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Komodo Sailing Expedition

Bali · 7 days

Komodo Sailing Expedition

Live aboard a phinisi schooner — manta rays, pink sand, dragons on Rinca and snorkelling at Manta Point.

7 days · 6 nightsflexible by ±2 days
from €2,640 p.p.Based on a 4-cabin charter.

Why we love this route

Live aboard a phinisi schooner — manta rays, pink sand, dragons on Rinca and snorkelling at Manta Point.

Highlights

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Phinisi schooner

A traditional Indonesian wooden sailing boat, 4 cabins, full crew, no engine when the wind's behind you.

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Manta Point

Three guided snorkel sessions with rays that can span 4 metres tip to tip.

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Rinca dragons

Komodo dragons on their home turf — guided walks with park rangers.

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Pink Beach

Sunset on a beach the colour of grapefruit, no other boats in sight.

Day-by-day itinerary

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  1. Day 01

    Board in Labuan Bajo

    Fly into Labuan Bajo, board the phinisi by 4pm. Welcome dinner anchored off Bidadari Island.

    Stay: On board
  2. Day 02

    Padar Island sunrise

    Sunrise climb on Padar's three-bay viewpoint, sail to Pink Beach for swimming.

    Stay: On boardActive: 30min hike
  3. Day 03

    Manta Point

    Three snorkel sessions with manta rays. Afternoon sail to Loh Liang.

    Stay: On boardActive: Snorkel
  4. Day 04

    Komodo & Rinca

    Ranger-guided walks on both islands, dragons in their natural habitat.

    Stay: On boardActive: 2 short walks
  5. Day 05

    Kanawa snorkel

    Coral garden snorkelling, beach time on Kanawa, sail to Sebayur.

    Stay: On boardActive: Snorkel
  6. Day 06

    Sebayur fishing village

    Optional fishing village visit, last sunset on board.

    Stay: On board
  7. Day 07

    Disembark · fly out

    Return to Labuan Bajo by 10am for onward flights.

What's included

Included

  • ✓Full board on the phinisi
  • ✓Captain and crew
  • ✓PADI-trained snorkel guide
  • ✓All park fees
  • ✓Airport transfers in Labuan Bajo

Not included

  • ✕Flights to Labuan Bajo
  • ✕Dive equipment
  • ✕Alcoholic drinks
  • ✕Tips

Best time to travel

Bali is doable year-round, but the dry season (May–October) gives you reliable sunrises and clear water.

Jan Wet
Feb Wet
Mar OK
Apr OK
May Peak
Jun Peak
Jul Peak
Aug Peak
Sep Peak
Oct Good
Nov OK
Dec Wet
Peak / dry Good Shoulder Rainy

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