A 4-Day 3-Night (4D3N) Lombok to Komodo boat cruise is one of Indonesia’s ultimate island-hopping adventures. This epic voyage sails across the open waters of the Flores Sea via Sumbawa, operating in both directions between the coast of Lombok and the harbor town of Labuan Bajo in Flores.
4 Days trip Lombok to Komodo perfect those:
- Backpackers & Solo Travelers: It is one of the most famous social travel loops in Southeast Asia. Sleeping on the deck and eating communal meals makes it incredibly easy to meet friends from all over the world.
- Wildlife & Marine Life Lovers: This is the only itinerary that combines swimming alongside massive whale sharks in Saleh Bay and tracking prehistoric Komodo dragons on land in a single journey .
- Budget-Conscious Adventurers: Flying from Lombok to Labuan Bajo and booking a separate day trip costs significantly more. This cruise bundles four days of transport, three nights of accommodation, all meals, and park excursions into one flat price.
- People Seeking a Digital Detox: You will sail through remote waters with zero cell service or internet for about 48 straight hours. It is perfect if you want to completely disconnect, read, watch sunrises, and stargaze.
This trip is NOT recommended for:
- Luxury Seekers & Comfort Travelers: Unless you book an expensive private charter, standard boats offer very basic amenities. Expect communal marine toilets, cold-water bucket or low-pressure showers, and limited electricity.
- People Prone to Severe Motion Sickness: The open-sea crossing over the Flores Sea can get incredibly rough, particularly during the long night crossings. The vessel will rock continuously for hours at a time.
- Families with Very Young Children: The long hours at sea, complete lack of onboard medical facilities, and steep uphill hikes (like Padar Island ) make this itinerary physically grueling for small kids.
Place to visit on 4 Days Trip Lombok to Komodo Island.
Kanawa Island.
Kanawa is a small tropical island 15 km off Labuan Bajo. It takes about one hour to reach by boat. Surrounded by white sand and shallow coral reefs, it is a top snorkeling hotspot near Komodo National Park.
✨ Highlights & Activities
- Pier Snorkeling: Swim by the wooden jetty to see thousands of reef fish, baby blacktip sharks, and giant orange starfish.
- Shallow Reefs: Walk right off the beach to spot sea turtles, blue-spotted stingrays, and healthy coral gardens.
- Hill Viewpoint: Take an easy 10-minute walk up the central hill for a 360-degree view of the turquoise sea.
🐋 Saleh Bay (Teluk Saleh)
Saleh Bay is a massive bay in Sumbawa, West Nusa Tenggara. It is world-famous as one of the best and most reliable places to swim with wild whale sharks.
🌅 The Sunrise Encounter
- The Platforms: Fishermen catch small fish at night using large, floating wooden structures called bagans.
- The Buffet: At dawn, fishermen throw small baitfish back into the sea. This natural buffet attracts multiple whale sharks to the surface.
- The Swim: Snorkelers can slip into the water next to the platforms to swim safely alongside these gentle giants.
🦎 Komodo Island
Komodo Island is the largest island in Komodo National Park. It is the main home of the Komodo dragon, the world’s largest living lizard. The island features prehistoric volcanic hills, dry savannas, and hidden beaches.
🏖️ Long Pink Beach
- Location: Tucked away in a large bay on Padar Island.
- The Vibe: Wide, grand, and quiet. It is the longest pink sand beach in the park.
- The Sand: Soft, pastel-pink sand. It glows with a bright pink radiance under the midday sun.
- Photography: World-famous for drone shots because of the dramatic mountain backdrop.
- Snorkeling: Features a beautiful reef flat, but watch out for deep water and strong ocean currents.
⛰️ Padar Island
Padar Island is the third-largest island in Komodo National Park. Located between Komodo and Rinca islands, it is famous for Indonesia’s most iconic viewpoint. This uninhabited volcanic island features steep ridges and three multicolored bays visible from a single spot.
The Three Multicolored Bays
The main highlight is the view of three crescent-shaped beaches curving away from the hills:
- White Sand Beach: A classic white shoreline next to bright turquoise water.
- Black Beach: A rare beach made of dark volcanic sand from ancient lava flows.
- Pink Beach: A long stretch of soft pink sand colored by crushed red corals.
🏝️ Manjarite Island
Manjarite Island (also spelled Menjerite) is an uninhabited island near Rinca Island. Located 40 to 60 minutes by boat from Labuan Bajo, it is a perfect, beginner-friendly first stop for Komodo boat tours.
✨ Highlights & Activities
- The Wooden Pier: A 35-meter-long wooden jetty extending over a clear lagoon. It is a top spot for taking photos and jumping straight into the sea.
- The Coral Garden: A calm, shallow reef between 2 and 5 meters deep. The bay has no strong currents or heavy waves, making it ideal for beginner snorkelers.
- Marine Life: Clear water makes the seabed visible from the boat. You can easily spot clownfish, large orange starfish, stingrays, and sea turtles.
🏝️ Kelor Island
Kelor Island is a small, uninhabited island located 30 to 45 minutes by boat from Labuan Bajo. Known as the gateway to Komodo National Park, it features a sharp white sand beach and a steep hill with views of the Flores coastline.
✨ Key Highlights & Activities
- The Steep Summit Hike: A short, very steep 10-minute climb up a dirt trail with loose stones. There are no steps or handrails, but the top offers views of the surrounding turquoise bays and Rinca Island.
- The White Sand Beach: A calm, teardrop-shaped beach with clear, shallow water. It is a perfect spot to swim, relax, and take photos of boats anchored offshore.
- Shallow Snorkeling: Relaxing swim right off the beach with small schools of colorful reef fish, though the coral is less dramatic than at Manjarite or Kanawa.
🚢 4D3N Lombok to Komodo Cruise Itinerary
The itinerary can change at any time depending on the boat company and weather conditions.
Day 01: Senggigi office – Kayangan harbor – Kanawa island
- Shuttle pick up at Bangsal harbor, Mataram area, and Senggigi
- Meeting point at Senggigi office ( free breakfast )
- Transfer to Kayangan Harbor East Lombok at 11.00 AM, which takes 2.30 minutes to drive.
- Lunch at the harbor
- Prepare for the adventure by loading onto the boat
- Sail to Kanawa Island for snorkeling or walking to the beach. ( Optional )
- Night sail to Saleh Bay – Sleeping overnight
- Dinner on the boat.
Day 02. Saleh Bay – Sail to Padar Island ( night sailing )
- Saleh Bay, see and swim with whale sharks for 2 hours
- Prepare to sail to Komodo Island after snorkeling with the Whale sharks
- Breakfast on the boat
- Night sail to Komodo National Park and visit Padar Island
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the boat.
Day 03. Padar Island – Pink Beach – Rinca Island / Komodo Island – Sunset at Kalong
- Padar Island ( amazing view from the hill )
- Long Pink Beach is a unique pink beach for snorkeling or chilling on the beach.
- Rinca Island, see the Komodo Dragon ( Komodo National Park )
- Kalong Rinca Island. Nice spots for sunset with a million flying foxes.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the boat.
Day 04. Menjerite Island – Kelor Island – Labuan Bajo
- Menjerite Island, snorkeling
- Kelor Island – Snorkeling or relaxing on the beach
- Labuan Bajo
- End of the trip between 4-5 PM
- Breakfast and lunch on the boat.
Here are the boat options with different departure days. Please choose the one that fits your holiday plans best
1. Luxury boat trip, leaves every Saturday from Lombok Island to Labuan Bajo
2. The Deluxe Boat is leaving on Wednesday.
3. The Deluxe Boat is leaving on Sunday.
3. Standard boat, leaving every Wednesday and Saturday. Price per person. Contact us for details.
- Private cabins start from IDR 4.200.000 to IDR 4.600.000 for private cabins.
- The sharing cabin is IDR 4.200.000, with a capacity of 4 to 5 people.
- Share deck starts from IDR 3.600.000 to IDR 3.800.000
⚓ Onboard Power & Acoustic Notice
- Generator Operations: Please be advised that the vessel’s generator runs continuously overnight to power onboard lighting and ventilation systems.
- Acoustic Insulation: Standard marine vessels in the region lack soundproofing insulation. Consequently, ambient engine and generator noise will be audible within the cabins, particularly during night navigation.
- Acoustic Comfort: This operational noise is standard for all Komodo live aboard vessels. Guests sensitive to noise are strongly advised to bring earplugs or noise-canceling headphones to ensure a comfortable night’s rest.
⚙️ Marine Vessel & Mechanical Substitution Policy
- Maintenance & Standards: All fleet vessels undergo rigorous, regular mechanical servicing to maintain compliance with safety regulations and guest comfort standards.
- In-Transit Mechanical Failures: In the rare event of an unforeseen mechanical failure during a charter, management will immediately deploy an alternative vessel to resume the scheduled itinerary.
- Pre-Departure Class Changes: If a mechanical issue occurs prior to departure, our operations team will notify you immediately. We will present available alternative vessels matching your original departure timeline.
- Rate and Facility Adjustments: Because specifications vary by vessel, substitution options may differ in facilities and pricing. The final booking invoice will be adjusted dynamically based on the specific tier of the replacement vessel selected.
- Operational Priority: Client safety and seamless operational continuity remain our highest priorities. All adjustments and substitutions are finalized in direct coordination with the guest.
Included:
- 4 days 3 nights trip
- Meals: Lunch 4x, Dinner 3x, Breakfast 3x
- Drinking water, coffee, and tea
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fee at Komodo National Park
- Bus to the departure port
- Boat ticket from Gili T and Gili Air ( Pick up at 09.00 AM at Bangsal harbor )
Excluded:
- Personal expenses
- Travel Insurance
- Flight ticket return
- Accommodation
- Tips
Boat facilities:
- Life jacket
- Life raft
- Snorkeling equipment with no fins
- Mantras, Pillows, and Blankets
- Radio, GPS, and Compass
- AIS ( Automatic Identification System)
- Toilet and Kitchen
- Max passenger 35 pax
- Max crew of 5-7 persons