Komodo liveaboard ยท Highlights

What you will see on a Komodo liveaboard

Komodo dragons, pink sand, island views, reefs and manta rays: the stops and what to expect at each.

The highlights

A Komodo liveaboard wakes up at a different place each morning. Exact stops depend on the boat, the days you have, the tide and the weather, and the captain decides the final plan. These are the places most trips aim for.

Komodo and Rinca islands

Walk with a ranger to see Komodo dragons in their natural home. Dragons live on both islands all year.

Padar Island

A short climb leads to the famous view over bays with different coloured sand. Most people go at sunrise, when it is cooler.

Pink Beach

A beach with pink sand and clear water, good for swimming and for snorkelling over a shallow reef.

Manta Point

A channel where manta rays gather to feed. Sightings depend on the season and the current and are not guaranteed.

Taka Makassar, Kanawa and Gili Lawa

Sandbanks and islands for swimming, snorkelling and walks, with views that change with the light.

Kalong Island

At dusk, thousands of flying foxes leave their island to feed. Many boats anchor nearby for the evening.

Snorkelling and diving

Reefs in the park are rich in coral and fish. Every boat carries snorkelling equipment. Certified divers can choose a diving charter, which is planned around dive sites.

On the map

Tap a stop to read about it.

KOMODORINCAFLORESLabuan BajoKelorRincaPadarPink BeachKomodoManta PointTaka Makassar
  • Day 1Labuan Bajo, Kelor, Rinca
  • Day 2Padar, Pink Beach
  • Day 3Komodo, Manta Point, Taka Makassar, Labuan Bajo
Tap a stop to read about it. Illustrative map, not for navigation. Stops and order are confirmed by the crew.

Planning your days

The more days you have, the more time at each stop. See how to choose a trip length and the best time to go.

Questions

What will I see on a Komodo liveaboard?
Komodo dragons on Komodo and Rinca, the view from Padar, the pink sand of Pink Beach, snorkelling on the reefs and, with luck, manta rays at Manta Point. The final stops depend on the boat, the days you have and the weather.
Are manta rays guaranteed?
No. Sightings depend on the season and the current.
Is a Komodo liveaboard only for divers?
No. Every boat carries snorkelling equipment, and the trips include beach stops and island walks.

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