A Komods Snorkelling Expedition is fun for the entire family. Embarking on such a trip will create lasting memories and gives you the opportunity to discover a large variety of underwater life and plenty of land attractions. A yacht charter in Komodo National Park is the perfect combination of adventure and comfort. Snorkelling famous dive sites with a professional dive instructor in small groups will provide you with fascinating insights into the underwater life of this beautiful holiday destination.
Airport pick up and embarking your schooner late morning or midday according to flight. After a light snack and a welcome drink you head towards the first snorkelling spot around Bidadari and Pengah Besar. Then the boat cruises to Kalong Island for Sunset and Flying Foxes. Mooring overnight close to Rinca Island.
Early in the morning,there is the opportunity to visit the National Park and hike with Dragons and other wildlife. The journey continues to Siaba Besar during lunchtime. Close by Mawan Island other beautiful snorkelling spot awaits you. A beautiful Hard coral Garden and good chances for Manta Rays. Spend the afternoon in the tranquil Bay of Siaba Besar (the Best Hard Coral Garden for Snorkleling in Komodo and famous for Sea Turtles). Overnight stay at Siaba Besar Bay.
Snorkelling Makassar Manta Reef with a very high chance for Manta Rays (Timing for best snorkelling depends on tides). Relax and lunch over sandbanks with turquoise water. Then cruise towards Gili Lawa Darat. There you can do a drift snorkelling. Hike Sunset point on Gili Lawa Darat (easy or medium option). Nighttime mooring sheltered Bay of Gili Lawa Darat.
Cruise on the yacht to Pink Beach/Pantai Merah for snorkeling, relaxing or just strolling along the stunning beach. The boat anchors around Komodo Island where you can enjoy another trek with stunning views over the National Park. There are different options for the hike depending on your mood and endurance. You can also opt for a sunset hike at the famous Padar Island.
Cruise to South Komodo Nusa Kode & Horseshoe Bay. The landscape will remind you of Jurassic Park. With its steep cliffs and rolling hills. Snorkelling at Cannibal Rock will provide you with another great opportunity to explore the magnificent underwater life of Komodo. Night Snorkelling at Horseshoe Bay can be an option, too. However, for this activity the conditions have to be good and your cruise director might opt for another spot.
Cruise back to North Komodo. Snorkelling Tatwawa Besar, one of the best hard Coral Gardens in Komodo. Experience the colorful gardens and countless species that inhabit that area. In the afternoon you have the option to do some more snorkelling, Kayaking, and SUP at Sebayur. You will stay in Sebayur overnight.
Sebayur Morning Snorkelling Cruise to Kanawa: Beach & Snorkelling. Mooring Bidadari and exploring beach at Sunset.
This day marks the last day of your trip and the boat takes you back to Labuan Bajo. The arrival time will be adjusted to your flight schedule or further plans. You may opt to stay a few days in this vibrating town and check out some of the fantastic restaurants Labuan Bajo has to offer.
Please note, this is a sample itinerary. Each Cruise is different and the detailed day-to-day itinerary and sites will be tailored to suit guests’ preferences as well as weather and ocean conditions. Private Charters are more flexible in the itinerary compared to scheduled Cruises. Your Cruise Director will work with you on the detailed day-to-day planning onboard.
