Komodo Day Trip on a Luxury Open-Deck Boat, 4 Stops & Sunset
One day in Komodo goes fast. Do not spend it queuing on a crowded boat, or go home without seeing a dragon.
A slower, more comfortable day in Komodo National Park on a luxury open-deck boat: Padar, Pink Beach, Komodo dragons on Rinca and sunset with the flying foxes at Kalong.
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Duration
About 14 hours (pick-up 04:30, back after sunset)
Stops
4
Boat
Luxury open-deck wooden boat with indoor toilet
Group
Maximum 15 guests
Park fees
Paid on the day
Highlights
Komodo dragon guarantee: led by local guides from Komodo, or we refund you
A guaranteed seat and shade for every guest; the boat is never oversold
Meals chosen from a menu before departure and served on deck
Two hours at Padar and ninety minutes at Pink Beach, not rushed stops
Ranger-led walk with the Komodo dragons on Rinca Island
Sunset at Kalong Island as thousands of flying foxes fly overhead
Komodo dragon guarantee
See a Komodo dragon, or we refund you
In mating season Komodo dragons often hide, and many groups go home without seeing one. Our local guides know where to find them. If you join one of our Komodo trips and do not see a Komodo dragon, we refund you.
The refund terms are confirmed in writing when you book.
Why choose this tour
Speedboat day trips cover many stops quickly. This trip does the opposite: fewer stops, more time at each, and a comfortable open-deck boat where guests can sit in the shade, eat at a laid table and watch the islands go by.
We leave Labuan Bajo at 05:30 and reach Padar Island in the cool of the morning, with two hours for the climb and the view. Pink Beach follows with time to swim and snorkel. In the afternoon a park ranger leads the walk on Rinca Island to see Komodo dragons in the wild. The day ends at Kalong Island, where flying foxes stream out of the mangroves at dusk.
A photographer is on board all day and the full camera gallery is sent to guests the same evening. GoPro and drone footage can be added on request.
Itinerary
Schedule
04:30 to 05:00: hotel pick-up; 05:30 departure, breakfast as we sail
08:30 to 10:30: Padar Island, climb to the viewpoint
11:30 to 13:00: Pink Beach, swim and snorkel with the guide
15:00 to 16:30: Rinca Island, ranger-led walk with the Komodo dragons
From 17:00: Kalong Island, coffee and snacks on deck as the flying foxes appear
Komodo National Park entrance and ranger fees, paid in cash on the day (the guide collects them on board and pays at the park counter for the group)
GoPro and drone footage (optional add-ons)
Personal expenses
From IDR 2,000,000 (≈ USD 112)
Starting price per person. It varies with the date, cabin and group size, and we confirm your exact quote on WhatsApp. USD is an approximate conversion; prices are quoted in rupiah. You can pay when you arrive in Labuan Bajo, by credit or debit card.
Comfort-first day trip: seat and shade guaranteed, never oversold
Longer time at each stop
Sunset at Kalong included
Locally owned, with a physical office in Labuan Bajo where guests can meet the team
Good to know
Very early start: pick-up time is confirmed the evening before.
The Padar climb is steep in places; guests can stop at a lower viewpoint.
Non-swimmers are welcome; snorkelling is optional.
Not suitable for wheelchair users.
The Komodo National Park fee is paid in cash on the day.
Upgrades and add-ons
Private charterTake the whole boat for your family or group, with the route paced around you.
Cabin upgradeMove up to an ocean-view, Deluxe or Master cabin where the boat has one.
Personal documentationA dedicated drone, GoPro and camera operator for your group.
A day on the Flores mainlandAdd Rangko Cave, Melo village and sunset at Sylvia Hill before or after your sailing.
Honeymoon and anniversary touchesCabin decoration, a private dinner on deck or a cake on board.
Photos are illustrative. The boat is confirmed to you by name before travel.
More photos
Frequently Asked Questions
Which boat will I be on?
You book a boat class and a cabin category. The specific boat is assigned closer to departure and always matches the class booked. We confirm the boat name before you travel.
Can I pay when I arrive in Labuan Bajo?
Yes. You can meet us at our office in Labuan Bajo and pay there before your trip, by credit or debit card, bank transfer or QRIS. You do not have to send money to someone you have never met.
How do I book and pay?
Send your request on WhatsApp or by email to arahpesonaindo@gmail.com. Our team confirms availability and your price in writing. You can pay when you arrive in Labuan Bajo, at our office, by credit card, debit card, bank transfer or QRIS.
Can children and non-swimmers join?
Yes. Children are welcome: tell us their ages so we can prepare life jackets and choose suitable snorkelling spots. Non-swimmers can join with a life jacket, but not in deep water. Our guides snorkel with the group.
Will we see Komodo dragons?
On every trip of ours that visits Komodo National Park, yes, and we guarantee it. Our owner and guides are from Komodo Island and know where the dragons are, including in mating season when they often hide. If you do not see a Komodo dragon, we refund you; the terms are confirmed in writing when you book. Manta rays, turtles, whale sharks and flying foxes are wild and cannot be guaranteed.
Six of Komodo's best stops in one day by air-conditioned speedboat, with the park ticket, ranger fee and crew tips already included. Nothing to pay on the day.
Eight stops and a sunset in one day: a fast AC speedboat through the morning, then a traditional open-deck wooden boat for the slow sail to Kalong Island at dusk.