Route Description - Best of Komodo in 5 Nights
Discover Komodo National Park on an unforgettable liveaboard adventure, combining spectacular diving with rare wildlife encounters. Explore world-renowned sites like Batu Bolong, Castle Rock, and Manta Point, where sharks, manta rays, and vibrant coral reefs await, along with thrilling night dives for macro lovers. Beyond the water, trek Rinca Island to see the legendary Komodo dragons and witness the magical sunset flight of thousands of bats at Kalong Island.
Day 1 – Arrival & First Dives
Guests are welcomed at the airport or hotel in Labuan Bajo and transferred to the vessel. A refreshing welcome drink is served on board before equipment is fitted and checked. Once everyone is settled, the vessel sets course towards Sebayur Kecil. After lunch, the check dive allows divers and guides to adjust and get comfortable. As the sun sets, a night dive is offered before the vessel remains anchored at Sebayur for the night.
Day 2 – Tatawa Besar, Batu Bolong & Manta Point
The day begins with a drift dive at Tatawa Besar, where currents sweep across vibrant reefs. After breakfast, diving continues at Batu Bolong, a dramatic underwater formation covered in corals and home to abundant marine life. In the afternoon, the itinerary includes Manta Point, offering the chance to encounter majestic manta rays. After dinner, a night dive is scheduled at Gili Lawa Darat, or guests may opt for a sunset hike to enjoy panoramic views.
Day 3 – Castle Rock, Crystal Rock & The Cauldron
Early in the morning, the vessel arrives at North Komodo. The first dive takes place at Castle Rock, a pinnacle often visited by reef sharks and large schools of fish. The second dive is at Crystal Rock, a coral-covered formation brimming with marine activity. In the afternoon, The Cauldron, a channel between Gili Lawa Darat and Gili Lawa Laut, offers thrilling drift conditions. The evening provides another opportunity for a night dive at Gili Lawa Darat.
Day 4 – Golden Passage, Tatawa Kecil & Siaba Kecil
Diving begins at the Golden Passage, where currents attract pelagics and swarming reef fish. After breakfast, the vessel heads south, stopping at Tatawa Kecil and Siaba Kecil. Both sites are known for striking underwater topography and rich marine biodiversity. Later in the day, the vessel sails to Rinca Island, where the night dive at Wainilu reveals fascinating critters and macro species.
Day 5 – Komodo Dragons & Final Dives
The morning includes a guided trek on Rinca Island to encounter the famous Komodo dragons, the largest lizards on Earth. After breakfast, one or two final dives are offered at Wainilu or Tengah Kecil, depending on flight schedules. On the return journey to Flores, the vessel passes Kalong Island, where thousands of flying foxes emerge at sunset, creating a spectacular natural display.
Day 6 – Farewell in Labuan Bajo
In the early morning, the vessel returns to Labuan Bajo for a planned check-out at 11:00. Guests are transferred to the airport or their hotels, concluding an unforgettable journey through Komodo National Park.