Route Description - Komodo & East Flores
12 Days 11 Nights
Day 1: Embarkation – Labuan Bajo
Guests arrive in Labuan Bajo and are greeted at the airport by the crew. Embarkation follows at the port, with a general orientation and equipment setup. No diving on this day.
Day 2: Central Komodo
The cruise begins with a relaxed check dive at Sebayor Kecil, followed by a scenic drift over Tatawa Besar. After dark, divers explore Wai Nilu, a top night dive site known for vibrant critter life.
Day 3: Rinca Trek & Nusa Kode
The day starts with a guided trek to see the famous Komodo dragons. In the afternoon, the boat heads to the colder, nutrient-rich waters of Nusa Kode, offering rare macro sightings and dramatic reefs. Wildlife often appears right on the beach.
Day 4: Nusa Kode
Three dives at iconic sites like Cannibal Rock and Yellow Wall showcase lush coral, critters, and dramatic underwater terrain. In the evening, a night dive off Pantar reveals stargazers, frogfish, and more.
Day 5: Manta Alley & Padar
Manta Alley delivers thrilling big-animal encounters with mantas, sharks, and trevallies. Later, divers explore The Three Sisters off Padar, followed by a beach visit and hike to the island’s famous viewpoint.
Day 6: Central Komodo
The return to central Komodo includes secret and classic dive sites such as Batu Bolong and Manta Point, conditions permitting.
Day 7–8: North Komodo
High-adrenaline dives at Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, and The Cauldron offer pelagic action and swirling fish schools. Additional dives at sites like Golden Passage and Lighthouse cap off two days of peak Komodo diving.
Day 9: Pulau Banta
Outside the park boundaries, Banta features dramatic walls, currents, and manta cleaning stations. The day ends with a sunset hike and a night dive in search of elusive stargazers.
Day 10: Pulau Raja
The cruise heads east to Pulau Raja, home to vibrant walls and healthy coral growth. The boat anchors overnight, and snorkelling is excellent here.
Day 11: Pulau Pamana
Two relaxed morning dives wrap up the underwater adventure, giving divers ample surface time before flights.
Day 12: Disembarkation – Maumere
Guests disembark in Maumere. The crew assists with airport transfers and luggage, ensuring a smooth departure.