Padar Island three-bay viewpoint, Komodo National Park

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Komodo Day Trip: Speedboat to 6 Top Spots

Labuan Bajo, Flores1 Day (06:30 to 17:00)Asik Original

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Overview

The Komodo day trip we send our friends on. A shared speedboat from Labuan Bajo, six of the most photographed spots in Indonesia, and a guide who knows the captains. You are back in town by sunset with a camera roll that does not need a filter. Asik curates the schedule and handles your hotel pickup; the boat and certified guide are run by a long-standing local partner whose safety standards we trust.

Itinerary

Day 1

Speedboat day trip to 6 top Komodo spots

06:30
Hotel pickup in central Labuan Bajo, transfer to the harbour, safety briefing and life jackets.
07:00
Depart for Padar Island, about a 75 minute speedboat ride. Coffee and tea available on board.
08:15-09:45
Padar Island summit hike (30 to 45 minutes) to the three bay viewpoint over white, black, and pink sand beaches.
10:00-11:00
Pink Beach snorkeling, where the sand is tinted pink by crushed red coral.
11:20-12:30
Komodo Island, a park ranger led trek through dragon territory (about 2.5 km, around 1.5 hours).
12:30-13:00
Lunch at the ranger station (Indonesian rice, grilled fish or chicken, vegetables, fruit; vegetarian available).
13:30-14:15
Taka Makasar sandbar for swimming and photography.
14:25-15:00
Manta Point drift snorkel (peak April to November).
15:20-16:15
Turtle Bay snorkel, a sheltered coral garden with green sea turtles.
16:15-17:00
Return speedboat to the harbour and hotel drop-off.

What's included

Return hotel pickup and drop-off in Labuan Bajo (city area)
Speedboat transfers between all six destinations
Sanitized snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, fins, life jacket)
Lunch, mineral water, coffee, tea, soda, fresh fruit and snacks
Clean towel
English-speaking guide (max 1:10 ratio)
Medical insurance cover

Not included

Komodo National Park entrance and ranger fees (paid at the park, about IDR 400,000 foreign / 200,000 Indonesian)
Drone permit if you fly one (we help you apply via SiOra)
Breakfast before departure
Alcoholic drinks
Tips for the speedboat crew

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Good to know

What time does the day trip start and finish?

Hotel pickup at 06:30, departure around 07:00, and return between 16:15 and 17:00 depending on sea conditions. Plenty of time to clean up before a sunset dinner in town.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

No. Life jackets are provided at every stop, and Pink Beach, Taka Makasar, and Turtle Bay all have calm, shallow water. The guide stays close at Manta Point, and non-swimmers can stay on the boat there.

How much is the Komodo Park entrance fee?

As of late 2024, foreign visitors pay around IDR 400,000 per person total (entrance plus ranger fees) and Indonesian nationals around IDR 200,000, paid in cash at the park. Rates can change by regulation; we send you the current figure before your trip.

Will I actually see manta rays?

Manta Point is one of the world's most reliable manta cleaning stations, but it is weather and season dependent. April through November is best, when roughly 80 percent of trips see them. Our guides know exactly where to drop in.

Is the Padar hike difficult?

It is the most demanding part of the day: about 30 to 45 minutes each way on rocky, uneven terrain with some steep sections. Reasonably fit people in their 60s do it regularly. Wear closed-toed shoes, bring water, and start early.

Who operates this trip?

Asik Travel curates and runs the experience end to end. On the water we work with a trusted long-standing local partner whose speedboats and certified guides we stand behind. You book with us and we are the ones you message all day.

Booking and cancellation terms

Cancel 30 days or more before the dive or excursion date: full refund.
Cancel 15 days or more before: a 20% fee is charged.
Cancel 14 days or less before: no refund.
A no show for any reason, including flight delays or illness, means the payment is lost.
If we cancel for any reason, you receive a 100% refund.
Trips run as scheduled in rain or cloud. Only the harbourmaster's call stops a departure, and weather alone is not grounds to cancel.

Full terms are confirmed with your booking. Bank transfer fees are paid by the sender.

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Itinerary

Day 1

Speedboat day trip to 6 top Komodo spots

06:30
Hotel pickup in central Labuan Bajo, transfer to the harbour, safety briefing and life jackets.
07:00
Depart for Padar Island, about a 75 minute speedboat ride. Coffee and tea available on board.
08:15-09:45
Padar Island summit hike (30 to 45 minutes) to the three bay viewpoint over white, black, and pink sand beaches.
10:00-11:00
Pink Beach snorkeling, where the sand is tinted pink by crushed red coral.
11:20-12:30
Komodo Island, a park ranger led trek through dragon territory (about 2.5 km, around 1.5 hours).
12:30-13:00
Lunch at the ranger station (Indonesian rice, grilled fish or chicken, vegetables, fruit; vegetarian available).
13:30-14:15
Taka Makasar sandbar for swimming and photography.
14:25-15:00
Manta Point drift snorkel (peak April to November).
15:20-16:15
Turtle Bay snorkel, a sheltered coral garden with green sea turtles.
16:15-17:00
Return speedboat to the harbour and hotel drop-off.

Good to know

What time does the day trip start and finish?

Hotel pickup at 06:30, departure around 07:00, and return between 16:15 and 17:00 depending on sea conditions. Plenty of time to clean up before a sunset dinner in town.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

How much is the Komodo Park entrance fee?

Will I actually see manta rays?

Is the Padar hike difficult?

Who operates this trip?

Booking and cancellation terms

Cancel 30 days or more before the dive or excursion date: full refund.
Cancel 15 days or more before: a 20% fee is charged.
Cancel 14 days or less before: no refund.
A no show for any reason, including flight delays or illness, means the payment is lost.
If we cancel for any reason, you receive a 100% refund.
Trips run as scheduled in rain or cloud. Only the harbourmaster's call stops a departure, and weather alone is not grounds to cancel.

Full terms are confirmed with your booking. Bank transfer fees are paid by the sender.

Komodo Day Trip: Speedboat to 6 Top Spots