Explore Komodo Island in 4 Days 3 Nights

Welcome to Labuan Bajo also known as Komodo Dragon island.  Labuan Bajo is a fishing town located at the western end of the large island of Flores in the East Nusa Tenggara province of Indonesia. The breath-taking islands boast unspoiled beaches and the unique chance to see the rare Komodo Dragons. It is clear why Tourism Indonesia has highlighted it as one of its top seven destinations to promote.

Very often, a lot of tour operators in Bali does offer packages to Labuan Bajo. Usually, it can be taken as a 1 day trip out from Labuan Bajo township to visit the islands. Alternatively, a better way to experience the magnificent sunrise at Padar Island and witnessing the awesome sunset hours with thousands of bats flying out mean one have to stay and live on the boat for at least 2 nights.

When it comes to living on the boat packages, there are usually 3 Days 2 Nights or 4 Days 3 Nights. In my opinion, go for the 3 Days 2 Nights is good enough as it may get a tad too boring if one stay for 3 nights. Do note that when out in the open sea, minimal use of network connection would mean one would be cut off from the social media world yet at the same time, indulge in self reflection, taking life at a slower pace.

So I signed up with Bali Aero Travel, that offers:  Komodo – 3 Days 2 Nights Friday to Sunday Komodo National Park Live On-Board Sharing Tour with Modern Phinisi / Visit the website link here.  Do note that Full Board meals during the 3 Days 2 Night Tour inclusive of transfer between Hotel/Airport to Ferry Terminal and from Ferry Terminal to Hotel/Airport.

However, it exclude Entrance fee and ranger fee in Komodo National Park. Please bring cash to settle payment at the Komodo National Park, which amount around IDR 500,000 (Rupiah) per pax for foreigners.

Arriving at Labuan Bajo, the township is not far from the airport. In fact, the hotel I stayed at (Zasgo Hotel) which is only 5 minutes away from airport. After checking into hotel, I could afford to explore on foot myself within the Labuan Bajo town, taking in the sights  from a hilltop view point. The best place to have dinner on Labuan Bajo main land is at Kampung Ujung, as seen in my below itinerary on Day 1 dinner.

Here is a sample of my itinerary that I managed to spend 4 Days 3 Nights, over the weekend taking in the sights of Labuan Bajo / Komodo Dragon Island.

Day 1: SINGAPORE – JAKARTA- LABUAN BAJO

0700H: Departs Singapore – Jakarta on Garuda Indonesia

0800H: Arrive Jakarta

1110H: Departs Jakarta – Labuan Bajo

1435H: Arrive Labuan Bajo

1500H: Check in hotel at Labuan Bajo

1530H: Roam around Labuan Bajo;

• Visit Rangko Cave
• Bukit Cinta, Puncak Amelia, and Puncak Silvia: Take in views of the island and open sea at sunset from these vantage points.

1800H: Visit Kampung Ujung: Experience the local seafood centre and the romantic atmosphere of the wooden cottages with thatched roofs.

Day 2: KELOR ISLAND – MANJARITE ISLAND – KALONG RINCA

1000H: Transfer from hotel to meeting point: Kampung Ujung – Labuan Bajo.

1100H: Start sailing Day 1 and heading to Kelor island

1140H-1300H: Trekking uphill of Kelor island

1315H-1340H:Lunch during sails to Manjarite island

1400H-1500H: Snorkelling & taking underwater pictures and video

1600H-1700H: Heading to Kalong Rinca

1700H-1830H: Enjoy snack onboard while waiting thousands of Bats flying around the sky

1900H: Dinner time

Day 3: PADAR ISLAND – KOMODO ISLAND -T AKA MAKASSAR -KANAWA ISLAND

0430H: Morning Call, light breakfast (2 slices of bread)

0500H: Head to Padar Island. Hike to top of Padar Island for sunrise

0620H: Photo taking of sunrise

0730H: Back on boat, breakfast

0800H: Head to Pink beach

0900H-1030H: Activities like snorkelling, sunbathing

1040H: Head to Komodo island

1130H: Arrive Komodo island , Komodo Island trekking and hunting for Komodo Dragons

1300H: Head to Taka Makassar island, activities like snorkelling

1630H: Head to the other side of Taka Makassar Island, spot for Manta Rays

1900H: Boat will head to Kanawa island during dinner time, and will overnight around there

Day 4: – KANAWA ISLAND – LABUAN BAJO – HOME

0700H: Snorkel underwater at Kanawa, spotting coral reefs & colourful fishes. Don’t forget to bring your own bread to feed them

1040H: Early Lunch on boat

1000H: Back to Labuan Bajo

1030H: Transfer to Labuan Bajo Airport

1300H: Flight departs Laban Bajo

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