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Curated Signature Itinerary • Lombok & Nusa Tenggara

3-Day Komodo & Labuan Bajo Island Hopping Safari

Prehistoric dragons, pink sand coves, and world-class manta ray snorkeling

Experience the ultimate seafaring expedition across the UNESCO-protected Komodo National Park. Hike to the iconic tri-colored crescent bays of Padar Island, encounter Komodo dragons in their natural savanna habitat with certified rangers, and drift snorkel over pristine manta cleaning stations.

Expedition Span 3 Days / 2 Nights
Regional Realm Lombok & Nusa Tenggara
Gateway Airport / Hub Komodo International Airport (LBJ)
Recommended Season April to December (Dry calm seas & prime underwater visibility)
Sequential Pacing

Day-by-Day Itinerary & Daily Flow

Day 1

Touchdown in Flores & Sunset Harbour Vista

Phinisi schooners anchored in Labuan Bajo harbor beneath the golden hour ridgelines of West Manggarai
📍 Phinisi schooners anchored in Labuan Bajo harbor beneath the golden hour ridgelines of West Manggarai
🌅 Morning • Arrival at Komodo International & Harbor Transfer

Arrive on a morning direct flight from Bali (DPS). Take a 15-minute coastal transfer to your seafront harbor resort. Check in and unpack with views over the calm Flores Sea.

Insider Tip: Request a harbor-facing room on higher floors for sunset views over docked Phinisi schooners.
☀️ Afternoon • Marina Promenade & Fresh Grilled Seafood

Stroll the modern Labuan Bajo Marina. Savor wild-caught red snapper grilled over coconut husks with shallot-chili sambal matah at an oceanfront warung.

Field Protocol: Exchange cash for Komodo National Park conservation fees (IDR required at port entry).
🌙 Evening • Sylvia Hill Golden Hour & Oceanfront Dining

Ascend Bukit Sylvia just 10 minutes outside town for a panoramic sunset over undulating green headlands and coral atolls.

Evening Note: Arrive at the hill by 17:15 to catch the sky shifting from deep gold to violet.
🏨 Where to Stay for this Leg
AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach 5-Star Oceanfront Sanctuary
📍 Labuan Bajo ★ Rating 9.3 / 10 Live Rates on Agoda
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🎯 Recommended Experience / Tour
⏱️ 3.5 Hours Direct Booking Available
Day 2

The Epic Komodo National Park Island Circuit

Panoramic triple-crescent bays and rugged savannah ridges of Padar Island, Komodo
📍 Panoramic triple-crescent bays and rugged savannah ridges of Padar Island, Komodo
🌅 Morning • Padar Island Ridgeline & Sunrise Panorama

Board your private twin-engine speedboat at 05:45. Arrive at Padar Island before the heat sets in and climb the 800 stone steps to the dramatic summit overlooking three distinct crescent beaches.

Insider Tip: Wear sturdy running shoes or hiking sandals; the wooden stair runners can be dusty.
☀️ Afternoon • Komodo Dragon Savanna Trek & Pink Beach Snorkel

Dock at Loh Liang on Komodo Island for a ranger-guided trek to spot wild dragons, deer, and sulfur-crested cockatoos. Afterwards, cruise to Pink Beach to snorkel above vibrant purple sea fans.

Field Protocol: Keep at least 5 meters distance from dragons and always follow the ranger’s lead.
🌙 Evening • Manta Point Drift Snorkel & Kalong Bat Flight

Anchor at Makassar Reef to drift snorkel alongside majestic reef manta rays. Finish at Kalong Island as thousands of giant fruit bats take flight into the sunset.

Evening Note: Maintain neutral buoyancy and avoid swimming directly over resting mantas.
🏨 Where to Stay for this Leg
Meruorah Komodo Labuan Bajo 5-Star Marina Gateway
📍 Labuan Bajo ★ Rating 9.1 / 10 Live Rates on Agoda
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🎯 Recommended Experience / Tour
⏱️ 10 Hours Direct Booking Available
Day 3

Subterranean Mirror Caves & Flight Return

Subterranean limestone crystal formations and sunbeam apertures inside Batu Cermin mirror cave
📍 Subterranean limestone crystal formations and sunbeam apertures inside Batu Cermin mirror cave
🌅 Morning • Batu Cermin Mirror Cave & Fossil Formations

Visit Goa Batu Cermin where morning sunlight filters through a high cavern aperture, illuminating calcite crystals and prehistoric marine fossils.

Insider Tip: Helmets and flashlights are provided at the entrance; watch your footing on damp limestone.
☀️ Afternoon • Handwoven Ikat Textiles & Bajo Farewell Lunch

Browse authentic Manggarai handwoven textiles at local artisan cooperatives. Savor a final oceanfront lunch at Bajo Taco.

Field Protocol: Authentic natural-dye ikat fabrics take up to three months to weave by hand.
🌙 Evening • Afternoon Flight to Bali (DPS)

Short 15-minute transfer to Komodo Airport (LBJ) for your return 65-minute flight back to Bali.

Evening Note: Sit on the left side of the aircraft for aerial views of Mount Rinjani and Bali’s volcanic peaks.
🏨 Where to Stay for this Leg
Plataran Komodo Resort & Spa Boutique Beachfront Haven
📍 Labuan Bajo / Bali Return ★ Rating 9.4 / 10 Live Rates on Agoda
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🎯 Recommended Experience / Tour
⏱️ 4.5 Hours Direct Booking Available

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Regional Connection

Lombok & Nusa Tenggara

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Expedition Readiness

Field Gear & Packing Essentials

Core expedition essentials verified for tropical island maritime transit, volcanic trails, and remote crossings.

  • ✓ Footwear: Broken-in trail runners or reef booties with vulcanized high-traction grip.
  • ✓ Waterproof Pack: 20L submersible dry bag for open-sea tender and zodiac boat transfers.
  • ✓ Health & Sun: Reef-safe mineral sunscreen, tropical DEET insect repellent, and electrolytes.
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Archipelago Standard Tropical Spec
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