July is Manta Ray SeasonPeak manta encounters at Mawan, Cauldron, and Karang Makassar.

Komodo

Komodo

Ancient dragons, electric-blue seas, and world-class diving

Komodo dragon trekking on Rinca IslandSnorkeling the pink-sand shores of Pink BeachManta ray diving at Manta Point

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Cultural events overlapping the next 60 days in Komodo.

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    Manta Ray Season

    Peak manta encounters at Mawan, Cauldron, and Karang Makassar.

    1 Apr – 31 Oct
  • festival

    Festival Komodo

    NTT marine + cultural.

    15 Sept

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Getting to Komodo

From the major hubs.

  • From jakarta · flight

    ~3.5-4 hours connecting · 10-15 daily via Bali or direct

    Rp 1.2M – Rp 2.8M

  • From bali · flight

    ~1.5 hours direct · 10-15 daily

    Rp 700k – Rp 1.6M

  • From surabaya · flight

    ~2-3 hours direct or connecting · 3-5 daily

    Rp 900k – Rp 2.0M

Practical Information

Visa
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for 90+ nationalities (USD 35, 30 days, extendable once)
Currency
Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Labuan Bajo has ATMs; bring cash for boat tips and remote-island stops.
Power Plug
Type C/F, 220V/50Hz
SIM / Data
Telkomsel at LBJ airport. Coverage is reliable in Labuan Bajo and Rinca but drops on smaller park islands.
Local Transport
Fly to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) from Bali (1.5 hrs). Liveaboards depart from Marina Komodo. Day-trip speedboats and slow boats both run year-round.
Language
Bahasa Indonesia + Manggarai dialect
Tipping
Not expected; tip dive crew and boat captains per trip
Emergency Numbers
Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Tourist police 1500-771

Quick Facts — Komodo

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kanawa island

Area (island)
32 hasumber
Distance from Labuan Bajo
15 kmsumber
Travel Time (dari lbj speedboat)
~20–30 menit (speedboat)

komodo island

Area (island)
291 km²sumber
Travel Time (dari lbj speedboat)
~1–1,5 jam (speedboat)
Transport (akses)
kapal-only dari LBJ

komodo national park

Area
1.733 km²sumber
Area (unesco property)
219.322 hasumber
Distance from Labuan Bajo (by sea)
35–50 kmsumber
Setting
antara Sumbawa & Flores, Lesser Sunda
Region
Kab. Manggarai Barat, NTT
Location
east nusa tenggarasumber
Entry Fee (tiket masuk asing)
Rp650.000
Entry Fee (tiket masuk lokal)
Rp300.000
Transport (akses)
kapal dari LBJ: open deck / speedboat / regular boat / phinisi

long pink beach

Setting
area Pulau Padar

Cara ke Komodo

Dari Kapal-Surabaya-Labuan-Bajo
~30 jam
Dari Kapal-Surabaya-Labuan-Bajo
~38 jam

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Manta Ray Season in Komodo 2026: Month-by-Month Guide
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Manta Ray Season in Komodo 2026: Month-by-Month Guide

> **At a glance** > - Best time: April to June and September to November offer the calmest seas and best diving visibility. The dry season means clear skies for island hopping and reliable manta ray encounters.

Trekking Komodo Lewat Kampung: Jalur yang Dibangun Warga buat Desanya
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Trekking Komodo Lewat Kampung: Jalur yang Dibangun Warga buat Desanya

Selain Loh Liang, ada jalur trekking komodo lewat Kampung Komodo yang dibangun warga: tiga trek 1-2 km, ketemu komodo di Galong Ora, plus mampir lihat ukir patung.

The Komodo Village Trek: The Trail a Local Family Built for Its Village
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The Komodo Village Trek: The Trail a Local Family Built for Its Village

Most Komodo treks start at Loh Liang. There is another way in — straight through Komodo Village, on a trail a local family quietly built. Here is the story, the route, and what you will see.

Kampung Adat Todo: Rumah Adat Tertua dan Pusat Kerajaan Manggarai
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Kampung Adat Todo: Rumah Adat Tertua dan Pusat Kerajaan Manggarai

Kampung Adat Todo di Manggarai, Flores, menyimpan Niang Todo, rumah adat tertua sekaligus bekas pusat kerajaan Manggarai. Kenali sejarah rumah gendang yang sakral, dan cara ke sana.

Todo Traditional Village: Manggarai's Oldest House & Royal Heart
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Todo Traditional Village: Manggarai's Oldest House & Royal Heart

Todo traditional village in Manggarai, Flores, holds Niang Todo — the oldest Manggarai house and former seat of the Manggarai kingdom. Its history, the sacred drum house, and how to visit.

Kapal Laut Surabaya ke Labuan Bajo: Pilihan Kapal, Tarif, dan Lama Perjalanan
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Kapal Laut Surabaya ke Labuan Bajo: Pilihan Kapal, Tarif, dan Lama Perjalanan

Naik kapal laut Surabaya ke Labuan Bajo: pilihan KM Dharma Rucitra, Niki Sejahtera, dan Swarna Bahtera, perkiraan tarif dan kelas, lama perjalanan, dan cara pesan tiket.

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Things to know before you visit Komodo

When is the best time to visit Komodo?

April to June and September to November offer the calmest seas and best diving visibility. The dry season means clear skies for island hopping and reliable manta ray encounters.

How long should I plan to stay in Komodo?

3-5 days ideal — 1 day Labuan Bajo arrival, 2-3 days liveaboard or day-trip island hopping in the park, optional 1 day Wae Rebo overland.

How do I get to Komodo?

Fly to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) from Bali (1.5 hours), Jakarta, or Surabaya. Most visitors connect through Bali — it is the quickest and most scenic gateway to the park.

What are the must-do experiences in Komodo?

Three signature experiences in Komodo:

• Komodo dragon trekking on Rinca Island

• Snorkeling the pink-sand shores of Pink Beach

• Manta ray diving at Manta Point

Where should I stay in Komodo?

Labuan Bajo town for boutique hotels with sunset views over the marina; liveaboards (1-3 nights) for serious divers; overnight stays inside the national park are not permitted. Range: Labuan Bajo hotel Rp 600K, luxury phinisi liveaboard Rp 5M+ per person per night.

What food and dishes are worth trying in Komodo?

Fresh-caught seafood is the headline — grilled snapper, sambal matah, ikan kuah asam (sour-broth fish). Try Mediterraneo or Bajo Bakery for sunset, Warung Lokal Indah for budget Indonesian. Sample local arak (palm spirit) responsibly.

What should I prepare before traveling to Komodo?

Before traveling to Komodo: Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for 90+ nationalities (USD 35, 30 days, extendable once). Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). Labuan Bajo has ATMs; bring cash for boat tips and remote-island stops. Plug: Type C/F, 220V/50Hz. SIM: Telkomsel at LBJ airport. Coverage is reliable in Labuan Bajo and Rinca but drops on smaller park islands.. Tipping: Not expected; tip dive crew and boat captains per trip. Emergency: Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Tourist police 1500-771

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