Labuan Bajo to Lombok Boat Trip (and Lombok to Komodo)
Lombok to Komodo & Labuan Bajo Sailing 4D3N with Whale Sharks, All Fees Included
Four days at sea on the wrong boat is a long crossing. Know the boat class and what the fees cover before you leave.
Sail one way from Lombok to Labuan Bajo, Flores: whale sharks in Saleh Bay, Moyo Island, then Komodo National Park with Padar, Komodo dragons, Pink Beach and manta rays. Park and whale shark fees are included.
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Duration
4 days, 3 nights
Route
Lombok → Sumbawa → Komodo → Labuan Bajo (Flores)
Boats
Standard, Deluxe, Luxury or Luxury Plus; shared or private
Departures
Standard Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat; Deluxe Sat; Luxury Thu
Fees
Komodo park and whale shark fees included
Highlights
Whale sharks in Saleh Bay on every boat class
Komodo dragon guarantee: led by local guides from Komodo, or we refund you
Padar viewpoint, Pink Beach and manta rays in Komodo National Park
Moyo Island and the Sumbawa coast on the way
All fees included: Komodo National Park, rangers and whale shark point
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
This is the sea route from Lombok to Komodo, Labuan Bajo and Flores. Instead of flying, guests sail east for four days and arrive in Labuan Bajo having already seen the national park.
The route follows the Sumbawa coast first, with an early morning among the whale sharks of Saleh Bay and a stop at Moyo Island. It then enters Komodo National Park for the Padar viewpoint, a ranger-led walk on Komodo Island, Pink Beach and Manta Point, before ending in Labuan Bajo.
Four boat classes sail this route, from Standard to Luxury Plus. The exact order of stops differs slightly by boat, and we send the itinerary for your boat when we confirm your booking.
Itinerary
Day 1Lombok to the Sumbawa coast
Meet in Lombok and board the boat
Sail east along the Sumbawa coast, with a first swim and sunset stop
Dinner and night on board
Day 2Whale sharks and Moyo Island
Early morning with the whale sharks of Saleh Bay
Moyo Island
Overnight sailing towards Komodo
Day 3Komodo National Park
Padar Island viewpoint
Komodo Island: ranger-led walk to see Komodo dragons
Choose the option you prefer. We confirm it in writing before you pay, and we never downgrade a confirmed cabin.
Included
3 nights on board in the class and room type booked
Komodo National Park entrance and ranger fees
Whale shark point fee
All meals on board; drinking water, coffee and tea
English-speaking local guide
Snorkelling gear and life jackets
Drop-off in Labuan Bajo
Not included
Flights
Hotels before and after the trip
Tips for the crew (optional)
Personal expenses and alcohol
From IDR 6,000,000 (≈ USD 335)
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.
Whale sharks included on every class, not only the luxury boats
All fees included, nothing to pay on board
Komodo dragon guarantee backed by local guides
Locally owned by a Komodo Island native, with an office in Labuan Bajo
Good to know
One-way trip: Lombok to Labuan Bajo only.
The order of stops differs by boat and can change with weather; we confirm the itinerary for your boat in writing.
Whale sharks are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Shared rooms and dorms may be mixed-gender.
Plan onward flights from Labuan Bajo for the day after arrival.
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.
A one-way sailing trip from Lombok to Labuan Bajo through Sumbawa and Komodo National Park, on a choice of four boat classes, with every fee already included.
A one-way liveaboard from Labuan Bajo to Lombok: Komodo National Park, Moyo Island's waterfall, Kenawa at sunrise and arrival in Lombok on the morning of day four, with a free transfer to Mataram, Senggigi or the airport.
4D3N (Standard, Deluxe); longer on Luxury with whale sharks
A one-way sailing trip from Labuan Bajo through Komodo National Park and along Sumbawa to Lombok, ending with a hotel night and snorkelling trip on Gili Trawangan. Luxury classes add whale sharks in Saleh Bay.