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Komodo National Park: Coral Planting & Baby Turtle Release, Private Trip

Leave something behind in Komodo that is still growing when you get home.

A private half-day conservation trip in the Rinca area of Komodo National Park. You plant coral fragments yourself with a conservation guide, then release baby turtles into the sea at golden hour. Private car, private wooden boat, underwater photo and cinematic video, and an e-certificate are all included.

Check Availability★★★★★ 4.9 on Google Maps · 596 reviews · 10,000+ guests welcomed
Duration
3 to 5 hours, starts 14:00
Group
Private, minimum 2 people
Transport
Private car to the pier, private wooden boat

Highlights

  • Plant coral fragments yourself, guided step by step
  • Each guest releases 2 baby turtles (more on request)
  • Private car and private wooden boat, no sharing
  • Underwater photos and cinematic video included
  • E-certificate for your conservation contribution
  • National park tickets and conservation fees included
Komodo dragon guarantee

See a Komodo dragon, or we refund you

Choose option B or C and a ranger-led trek on Rinca Island is included. If you do not see a Komodo dragon on that trek, we refund you.

The refund terms are confirmed in writing when you book.

Why guests book Komodo with Arah Pesona

  • Pay on arrival, no deposit. The only Komodo trip operator that lets you reserve eligible trips with zero deposit and pay when you arrive in Labuan Bajo. No transfer to a stranger before you have met us.
  • Owned by a Komodo Island native, not a reseller. Arah Pesona is run directly by Akbar, born and raised on Komodo Island. You deal with the owner and his own team, not a reseller in another city who passes your booking on.
  • See a Komodo dragon or get a full refund. Our local guides know where the dragons are in every season. If you join one of our Komodo trips and do not see a dragon, we refund your trip in full. The terms are confirmed in writing when you book.
  • A real office in Labuan Bajo. Kampung Air, Jl. Soekarno Hatta, Labuan Bajo. Walk in before you book, meet the team, see the boat photos and pay at the desk if you prefer. We are a registered local company, not a WhatsApp number only.
  • The boat you book is the boat you sail. Every sailing trip is confirmed by boat name and cabin type in writing before you pay. We never downgrade a confirmed cabin or swap you onto a different boat.
  • Park fees and documentation included on most trips. National park tickets, ranger, snorkelling gear and drone or GoPro documentation are included on most packages. The price you are quoted is the price you pay, with no cash surprises on board.
  • 4.9 from 596 Google reviews, 4.8 on Tripadvisor. More than 10,000 guests welcomed, including corporate groups and families. Read the reviews on Google Maps before you decide; we did not write them.
  • Pay however suits you. Card through a secure Xendit link, bank transfer, Wise, PayPal, QRIS or cash at the office. A local team member answers on WhatsApp every day, in English and Indonesian.

See also: Komodo Tour from Bali: Direct Local Boat Trips · Komodo 2 Days 1 Night Tour with Dragon Guarantee

Route map for this trip

1. Rinca2. Komodo3. KalongLabuan Bajo

Order follows the itinerary; points are approximate.

Itinerary

  1. 14:00Pick-up at your hotel or the airport

    • Private car to the pier on the Flores mainland
    • Short crossing on a private wooden boat to the Rinca area
  2. 15:00Coral planting

    • Briefing with the conservation guide
    • Plant your coral fragments on the nursery frame
    • Underwater photos and video of you planting
  3. 16:30Baby turtle release

    • Release 2 baby turtles per guest at golden hour
    • E-certificate with your names and the date
  4. 17:00Return, or continue with your option

    • Option A ends here (back by about 17:30)
    • Option B: Rinca trekking to see Komodo dragons (ends 18:00)
    • Option C: trekking plus sunset at Kalong Island with thousands of flying foxes (ends 19:00)

Options and times

OptionTimePrice
A. Coral planting + turtle release14:00 to 17:00IDR 2,900,000 per person
B. Option A + Rinca trekking with Komodo dragons14:00 to 18:00Price confirmed on request
C. Option B + sunset at Kalong Island14:00 to 19:00Price confirmed on request

Minimum 2 people. Tell us your option and date on WhatsApp; we confirm the price in writing.

Included

  • Private car pick-up and drop-off in Labuan Bajo
  • Private wooden boat
  • Conservation guide
  • Coral fragments and planting equipment
  • 2 baby turtles per guest to release
  • Underwater photos and cinematic video, delivered to your phone
  • E-certificate
  • Komodo National Park tickets and conservation fees
  • Snacks and fresh fruit

Not included

  • Lunch and dinner
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Rinca trekking and Kalong sunset unless you choose option B or C

Why Book This Trip with Arah Pesona?

  • Locally owned by a Komodo Island native, not a reseller
  • Real office in Labuan Bajo
  • Pay on arrival, no deposit
  • Your contribution goes to a conservation project in the Rinca area
Check Availability & Payment Options Terms & Conditions

From IDR 2,900,000 (≈ USD 162)

Price per person, minimum 2 people. We confirm your exact quote in writing. USD is an approximate conversion; prices are quoted in rupiah. Pay on arrival available on this trip.

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Photos are illustrative.

Real Reviews from Google Maps

4.9 out of 5 from 596 reviews on Google Maps

★★★★★
An unforgettable experience that I'll always cherish!

From the very beginning, the admin team was incredibly patient with all my random questions since it was my first time joining an open trip. They were super helpful, explained everything clearly, and made the booking process so easy and hassle-free.

Ivy V. · Google Maps
★★★★★
It was truly a wonderful journey with Arah Pesona. We couldn't stop feeling grateful from the very beginning — starting with the special discount promo we received during booking, and then getting a complimentary room upgrade when we arrived on the boat.

The itinerary was perfectly arranged, allowing us to experience the beauty of nature in a more peaceful atmosphere without overwhelming crowds. Because of that, we were able to fully enjoy every destination along the trip.

Bela O. · Google Maps

Reviews are reproduced as written by guests on Google Maps.

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How Booking Works

Four steps, no payment on this website.

  1. Tell us your dates

    Send the trip, your date and group size on WhatsApp or by email. A local team member replies.

  2. Get it in writing

    We confirm the boat, cabin, inclusions, price and payment terms before you commit.

  3. Pay the way that suits you

    Card through a secure Xendit link, transfer, Wise, or at our office when you arrive on eligible trips. Deposits, when needed, are stated up front.

  4. Meet us in Labuan Bajo

    Pick-up is confirmed the day before. Our office is open if you want to drop in first.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be able to dive?

No. Coral planting is done in shallow water with a mask and snorkel, and the guide stays with you the whole time. Non-swimmers can plant from the boat or shallow water with a life jacket.

How many turtles do we release?

Two baby turtles per guest are included. You can add more; tell us when you book.

Is this trip private?

Yes. The car, the boat and the guide are only for your group. The minimum is 2 people.

Can we see Komodo dragons on this trip?

Choose option B or C to add a ranger-led trek on Rinca Island. The Komodo dragon guarantee applies to those options.

Can I pay on arrival?

Yes, on this trip you can reserve without a deposit and pay at our office in Labuan Bajo or on the day of the trip.

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