Yes — full scuba equipment rental is available in Labuan Bajo, covering regulators, BCDs, wetsuits, dive computers, and underwater camera or housing setups, either rented on their own or bundled into a day trip, PADI course, or liveaboard package. Renting is the practical option for most visitors, since airlines charge for the extra kilos dive gear takes up and Komodo’s currents call for equipment that has been serviced recently rather than gear that just spent a week in checked luggage. Below is what can be rented, how sizing and booking works, and indicative 2026 pricing — with a straightforward deposit process handled through Komodo Luxury on WhatsApp.
What Scuba Equipment Can You Rent in Labuan Bajo?
Rental inventory in Labuan Bajo generally covers the core kit a visiting diver needs, plus accessories for underwater photography. What is actually available on your dates depends on group size and season, so it is worth confirming specific sizes and camera models in advance rather than assuming everything is on the shelf.
- Regulator sets — first stage, second stage (primary and octopus), pressure gauge and hose, usually serviced between charters.
- BCDs (buoyancy control devices) — sized from small to XXL, with weight-integrated pockets on most units.
- Wetsuits — 3mm shorty and full-length options for warm-water Komodo diving, with 5mm suits sometimes available for cooler upwelling months or muck sites.
- Dive computers — rental units for divers who do not own one, or as a backup to a personal computer.
- Fins, masks and snorkels — standard rental sizes, though divers with fitting issues are advised to bring their own mask.
- Dive lights — useful for the muck and night-diving sites around Wainilu and Bima Bay.
- Underwater camera and housing setups — action-camera housings (GoPro-type) are the most widely available; compact and mirrorless camera housings exist but are more limited and should be confirmed by exact model.
Rent Gear Standalone or Bundle It With a Dive Trip?
Most divers combine equipment rental with a booked trip rather than renting gear in isolation. If you are joining a Komodo diving day trip, taking a PADI course in Labuan Bajo, or heading out on a Komodo liveaboard, gear can be added to the same booking so it is sized, tested, and loaded onto the boat before you arrive at the harbour. This is generally more convenient than arranging rental separately from a walk-in shop, since fitting happens once and the same team that books your dive slots also handles the equipment.
Renting standalone — without a dive booked through the same channel — is possible but less common, and mainly makes sense if you already have dive arrangements elsewhere and only need to fill a gear gap, for example a dive computer or a camera housing.
How Does Booking and the Deposit Process Work?
The process is intentionally simple and handled directly over WhatsApp rather than through a checkout form:
- Step 1 — Send your dates and gear list. Message with your trip dates, number of divers, and which items you need — a full set, or specific pieces like a computer or wetsuit.
- Step 2 — Provide sizing details. Height, weight, shoe size for fins, and — for camera rental — the exact camera model or housing compatibility you need.
- Step 3 — Confirm availability and an indicative quote. You will receive a quote for the rental period plus how it interacts with any dive trip or course already booked.
- Step 4 — Pay a deposit to hold the gear. A partial deposit secures equipment for your dates, since sizes and camera units are limited during peak months; the balance is normally settled on arrival or on the first boat day.
- Step 5 — Fit and function check. Regulators, BCDs and computers are checked before the first dive, and camera housings are checked for a proper seal — ideally with a dry or bucket test — before anyone enters the water with a camera inside.
How Much Does Scuba Equipment Rental Cost in Labuan Bajo?
Pricing below is an indicative guide as of 2026, meant to help with budgeting rather than as a final quote. Actual rates depend on the operator, rental duration, season, and whether gear is bundled with a dive trip or rented on its own — always confirm the exact figure for your dates via WhatsApp before booking.
| Item | Typical Rental Basis | Indicative Range (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Full scuba set (regulator, BCD, wetsuit, fins, mask) | Per day / per boat day | ~15–30 |
| Regulator set only | Per day | ~7–12 |
| BCD only | Per day | ~5–10 |
| Wetsuit (3mm/5mm) | Per day | ~5–8 |
| Dive computer | Per day | ~5–10 |
| Dive light | Per day / per night dive | ~5–10 |
| Action-camera housing (GoPro-type) | Per day | ~10–20 |
| Compact / mirrorless camera housing | Per day, subject to model availability | ~20–40+ |
Multi-day rentals for a liveaboard or a multi-day Komodo diving package are usually quoted as one flat figure for the whole trip rather than a strict daily rate, since the gear stays with you for the entire charter. Ask for this bundled figure when you request your trip quote.
Can I rent just one item, like a dive computer, and bring the rest of my own gear?
Yes. Rental is available by individual item, not only as a full set, so divers who already own a mask, fins, or wetsuit can rent just a computer, regulator, or BCD to avoid checking extra luggage.
Is underwater camera and housing rental available for GoPro, compact, and mirrorless cameras?
Action-camera (GoPro-type) housings are the most consistently available option. Compact and mirrorless camera housings are offered on a more limited basis and depend on matching your exact camera model, so confirm the model and lens setup in advance rather than assuming a specific housing will be on hand.
What happens if rented gear is lost or damaged during a Komodo trip?
Rental terms typically include a liability clause covering loss or damage beyond normal wear, which is why a deposit is collected before gear leaves the shop. Exact replacement or repair costs are confirmed at booking rather than fixed in advance, since they depend on the specific item and the extent of the damage — ask for these terms in writing before you sign for any equipment.
How far in advance should I book rental gear, especially during peak season?
Booking ahead is recommended, particularly from May to September when boats and rental stock are busiest and specific sizes — large wetsuits, certain fin sizes, particular camera housings — can run out first. Shoulder-season and low-season dates are more flexible for last-minute or on-arrival rental requests.
Labuan Bajo Diving arranges gear rental as part of Komodo dive trips, courses, and liveaboards through Komodo Luxury — part of Juara Holding Group, operating from Bali across Indonesia since 2015. To check current rental stock, sizes, and an indicative quote for your dates, message WhatsApp +62 811-3823-875 or email bd@juaraholding.com with your trip dates, group size, and the gear or camera setup you need.
Chat with us on WhatsApp to confirm equipment availability and lock in your rental with a deposit before your Labuan Bajo diving dates fill up.