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Komodo Boat Trip 4 Days 3 Nights — Lombok to Flores Labuan Bajo

Sail from Lombok to Labuan Bajo on a 4-day island-hopping adventure — swim with whale sharks in Saleh Bay, meet Komodo dragons, trek Padar Island, and snorkel the Pink Beach.

Traveller photographing the famous three-bay viewpoint on Padar Island, Komodo National Park

Departure

Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday

Duration

4 days / 3 nights

Meeting Point

The Brothers Coffee & Resto

Check-in

8:30–10:15 AM

This 4-day, 3-night sailing trip is the classic overland-and-sea adventure between Lombok and Flores. Departing from Bangsal in north Lombok, the journey crosses to Kayangan Harbor in East Lombok, then sails east through the islands of Sumbawa before reaching the legendary Komodo National Park.

Highlights include swimming with whale sharks in their natural habitat at Saleh Bay, soft trekking to the savanna peak of Kenawa Island, meeting Komodo dragons in the wild, and snorkelling the famous Pink Beach — all before the trip ends at Labuan Bajo harbor in Flores.

Nights are spent on board the boat under the stars. This is a shared-trip adventure suited to travellers who want to see the best of the islands between Lombok and Flores in a single journey.

Trip Highlights

  • Swim with whale sharks at Saleh Bay
  • See Komodo dragons in Komodo National Park
  • Sunrise and sunset views from the boat
  • Trek to the iconic Padar Island viewpoint
  • Snorkel at Pink Beach, Manjarite, and Kelor Island
  • End the journey at Labuan Bajo, Flores

Boat Information

Liveaboard Boat Trip · Komodo National Park & Gili Islands

All boats use air conditioning, Starlink Wi-Fi and GoPro documentation.

KLM Nur Amira sailing boat

KLM Nur Amira

Every Monday

Private Room

  • Double bed, air conditioning and towel
  • 6 rooms, 2 people per room
  • 3 bathrooms with shower
  • 2 people per room

IDR 4,800,000 / person

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Sharing Room

  • Air conditioning
  • Capacity: 33 people

IDR 3,700,000 / person

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KLM Budi Jaya sailing boat

KLM Budi Jaya

Every Wednesday

Private Room

  • Double bed, air conditioning and towel
  • 5 rooms, 2 people per room
  • 3 bathrooms with shower
  • 2 people per room

IDR 4,800,000 / person

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Sharing Room

  • Air conditioning
  • Capacity: 30 people

IDR 3,700,000 / person

Book Sharing Room
KLM Berkah Bersama sailing boat

KLM Berkah Bersama

Every Thursday

Private Room

  • Double bed, air conditioning and towel
  • 6 rooms, 2 people per room
  • 2 bathrooms with shower
  • 2 people per room

IDR 4,800,000 / person

Book Private Room

Sharing Room

  • Air conditioning
  • Capacity: 35 people

IDR 3,700,000 / person

Book Sharing Room
KLM Fajar Fadillah sailing boat

KLM Fajar Fadillah

Every Saturday

Private Room

  • Double bed, air conditioning and towel
  • 8 rooms, 2 people per room
  • 4 bathrooms with shower
  • 2 people per room

IDR 4,800,000 / person

Book Private Room

Sharing Room

  • Air conditioning
  • Capacity: 36 people

IDR 3,700,000 / person

Book Sharing Room

Boat photos used on this site are visual references by vessel type — for the official catalogue, use the operator's own photos.

Boat Facilities

  • Starlink Wi-Fi
  • GoPro documentation
  • Automatic Identification System (AIS)
  • Radio, GPS and compass
  • Safety equipment: liferaft, life jackets, ring lifebuoys and more
  • Fresh water and a simple shower
  • Snorkeling gear (mask and snorkel — no fins)
  • Charging points for electronic devices
  • Small boat with engine for transfers to the beach
  • Cool box with ice for extra drinks

Sharing Room

  • Mattress with air conditioning
  • Pillow and blanket per person

Private Room

  • Air conditioning and towel
  • Double mattress
  • Pillow and blanket per person

Price Includes

  • Mineral water (refill)
  • 10 meals during the trip: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Vegetarian meals available upon request
  • Unlimited coffee and tea
  • Entrance fee at Komodo National Park
  • Whale shark conservation fee
  • English-speaking guide
  • Transport pick-up from Kuta, Tetebatu, Senaru, Senggigi, Mataram, Bangsal and Tanjung
  • Boat ticket from Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air

Price Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Bangsal to Kenawa Island

  • Meet and gather at our office in Bangsal, Pemenang, at RM. Bangsal Indah.
  • Drive about 3 hours to Kayangan Harbor in East Lombok (around 59 miles from Bangsal), where our boat is anchored.
  • Sail to Kenawa Island and enjoy soft trekking to the Kenawa Peak for sunset and the surrounding scenery.
Kenawa Island

Kenawa Island

Golden savanna, a small hill, blue sea, and a trekking path leading up to the peak — one of the most photogenic small islands off Lombok's east coast.

Kayangan Harbor

Kayangan Harbor

The departure harbor in East Lombok where the sailing boat is boarded for the journey toward Sumbawa.

Sunset on the Boat

Sunset on the Boat

Watch the sun set over the water as the boat sails east — the first evening of the voyage.

Day 2

Whale Shark Experience at Saleh Bay

  • Sail to Saleh Bay for around 8 hours, then swim to see whale sharks in their natural habitat.
  • Sail for approximately 3 hours from the whale shark site to explore the beautiful Saleh Bay area, with swimming and snorkeling in pristine waters.
Swim with Whale Sharks

Swim with Whale Sharks

The signature experience of the trip — swimming alongside gentle whale sharks in their natural habitat at Saleh Bay, off the coast of Sumbawa.

Saleh Bay

Saleh Bay

A vast, sheltered bay known for its whale shark sightings and calm turquoise water — ideal for a relaxed swim and snorkel after the encounter.

Day 3

Komodo National Park, Pink Beach & Padar Island

  • Head into Komodo National Park and discover one of the rarest animals in the world — the Komodo dragon.
  • Swim, snorkel, and sunbathe on the long Pink Beach.
  • Soft trekking on Padar Hill, an island with beautiful photography and hill views. Enjoy the sunset here.
Padar Island

Padar Island

The iconic viewpoint of Komodo National Park — a short trek up the hill reveals the famous panorama of three curved bays, perfect for photography.

Long Pink Beach

Long Pink Beach

A rare pink-sand beach colored by crushed red coral — great for swimming and snorkeling when conditions are calm.

Komodo Island

Komodo Island

Home of the Komodo dragon, the world's largest lizard — the wildlife encounter at the heart of Komodo National Park.

Day 4

Manjarite, Kelor Island & Labuan Bajo

  • Swim and snorkel to see turtles in their habitat at Manjarite Beach.
  • Swim and snorkel to see baby sharks in their habitat at Kelor Island.
  • Sail to the final destination, Labuan Bajo — end of the journey.
Manjarite Island

Manjarite Island

Crystal-clear water and a rustic wooden pier — a favorite snorkeling stop where turtles are often seen in the shallows.

Kelor Island

Kelor Island

A tiny island with white-sand beaches and clear water — snorkel the shallows where baby reef sharks cruise, or climb the short hill for a panoramic view.

Labuan Bajo Harbor

Labuan Bajo Harbor

The bustling harbor town of Flores where the sailing trip ends — gateway to further adventures across Flores and beyond.

Photo Gallery

Sunset over the savanna hills of Kenawa Island
Panoramic view from the peak of Kenawa Island
Snorkelers swimming beside a whale shark at Saleh Bay
Aerial view of a whale shark surrounded by swimmers in Saleh Bay
Freediver underwater with a whale shark at Saleh Bay
Traveller photographing the three-bay panorama on Padar Island
Group of travellers at the Padar Island ridge viewpoint
Hikers on the trail up Padar Island hill at golden hour