Komodo Private Boat Tour: 3-Day Adventure with Stunning Underwater World and Giant Komodo Dragons

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Enjoy an exceptional private boat tour around Komodo National Park, where you can witness the majestic Komodo dragons, explore the stunning underwater world, observe flying foxes, and visit picturesque small islands.

A minimum of 2 people is required.

Duration: 3 days

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Labuan Bajo - Kelor Island - Rinca Island - Kalong Island

Kelor Island - Embark on a journey to the charming Kelor Island, where panoramic views of Flores Island, Rinca Island, and other nearby islets await from its summit. A hike to the top is a delightful activity. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on the boat during our first stop at this island….

Labuan Bajo - Kelor Island - Rinca Island - Kalong Island

After lunch, take some time to relax, swim, and snorkel in the pristine, crystal-clear waters.

Rinca Island - In the afternoon, travel to Rinca Island to observe the endangered Komodo dragons. This island is also home to Timor deer, the primary prey of the Komodo dragon, as well as monkeys, wild water buffalo, and snakes. It’s an excellent opportunity to see these ‘giant lizards’ in their natural environment.

Kalong (Flying Foxes) Island - Sail to the island known for its flying foxes. Our boat will anchor here for an overnight stay on board. At sunset, witness thousands of flying foxes making their way to the main island. After sunset, enjoy a freshly cooked dinner on board and spend the night on the boat.

Padar Island - Komodo Island - Pink Beach - Punya Island

Padar Island - Set sail for Padar Island early in the morning, with breakfast served during the cruise.

Upon arrival, embark on a short 30-minute trek to admire the breathtaking views. The white sandy beaches across three different bays enhance the spectacular scenery.

Komodo Island - Journey to Komodo Island to encounter the world’s largest lizard, the Komodo dragon. This island is their natural habitat, and you may also spot other wildlife such as Timor deer, wild boar, and 128 species of birds.

Pink Beach - Head to Pink Beach for snorkeling to explore the vibrant reef beneath the crystal-clear waters or simply relax on the stunning pink sandy beach.

After visiting Pink Beach, sail to Punya Island to spend the night.

Taka Makasar - Manta Point - Siaba Island - Kanawa Island

Taka Makassar Island - Enjoy breakfast on board while sailing towards Manta Point, with a stop at Taka Makassar. The white sandbank and clear waters make this spot particularly appealing. Swim and snorkel to discover the underwater coral reefs.

Manta Point - Continue to Manta Point for an opportunity to swim and snorkel alongside the majestic manta rays.

Kanawa Island - Proceed to Siaba Island for more swimming and snorkeling. With some luck, turtles may be spotted here. Then, sail to Kanawa Island, a picturesque and small island. Its white sandy beaches and blue crystal waters are distinctive, along with the vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life.

TPI Labuan Bajo - After enjoying swimming or snorkeling, return to Labuan Bajo.

What's Included

Professional English-speaking tour guide
2 nights in an air-conditioned cabin on a boat
Lunch included
Snorkeling equipment provided
Dinner included
Breakfast included

What's Not Included

Entrance fees

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Compass68144059481

Oct 14, 2024

Best way to explore Komodo! - This trip was amazing. Our guide, Juan Miun, was very friendly and ensured we were comfortable throughout the 3 days. We visited some of the best snorkeling we’ve ever seen and got up-close with 9 Komodo Dragons. The food onboard was great and the crew were all fun and friendly. The only thing that could be better is if the AC unit didn’t drain onto the bathroom floor- felt a bit gross when going to the bathroom and getting back in bed in the middle of the night. Other than than, we loved every second.

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Mark_s

Sep 29, 2024

Trio of a lifetime - Unbelievable, trip of a lifetime - saw Komodo dragons, dolphins, turtles, a manta ray and lots more!

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Louis_h

Aug 5, 2024

Bucket list trip done (and more). - The crew and guid were fantastic. The snorkeling amazing and the Komodo dragons mind blowing. On request they changed the trip to avoid big crowds because it was weekend and very busy. They knocked it out of the park. Incredible.

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Roam38425148544

Jun 19, 2024

AN EXPERIENCE OF A LIFE TIME ! - My family recently traveled with Travass Life for a 3-day, 2-night liveaboard on the Papiton 2, sailing around Komodo Island, and it was an amazing experience! The booking process was smooth, and the staff on board were incredibly helpful and friendly. The itinerary was well-planned, offering a perfect mix of guided tours and plenty of relaxation time on the beach. Our guide, Phionbarti, was knowledgeable and passionate, making the tours engaging and informative. The other guests on board were fun and friendly, which made the trip even more enjoyable. The boat accommodations were comfortable, and the view from our cabin window was simply stunning. The food was delicious, with breakfast being particularly healthy and tasty. Overall, Travass Life provided my family with an unforgettable trip, and I highly recommend their services. If you're considering this adventure, go for it—you won't regret it! if you want to see videos and more pictures of the itinerary , you can check it out here. https://www.tiktok.com/@unclejay1968?lang=en

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Nicoletta_p

Sep 1, 2025

Incredible places - My husband and I decided to book this excursion just for the two of us, and it was a winning choice as, on the one hand, it allowed us to see the beaches on our own and on the other hand to visit Padar and see the dragons at the best hours and in the best light Regarding the boat, I would like to make a distinction: the food is really good and the staff fantastic (our Rian guide absolutely recommended). The boat itself, on the other hand, leaves something to be desired and this should be properly marked so as not to make the customer find himself unprepared. I dare not imagine what it would be like when it travels fully loaded with 8/10 tourists. Cabin aside what you have around makes you enjoy every little moment.

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Dennis_e

Jun 6, 2025

3 day and 2 night trip to Komodo National Park on a terrible hot boat because the air condition we paid for did not work - The crew, guide, food and service were good. The boat itself was terrible. We had paid extra for an air condition room for sleeping and storage of our luggage. However, the air conditioner did not work. The crew could not fix it and apologized for the inconvenience. The room was always very hot, around 85 F, and not comfortable for staying or sleeping. Also, the shower did not work and there was no sink for washing hands. Moreover, the shuttle boat was too small and required two trips each way for loading us (2 people) and our luggage separately. The ladder on the small shuttle boat was very short and it was very difficult to climb back into the boat after snorkeling. We did not see any other shuttle boats this small. We expect a refund of several hundred dollars for this major inconvenience especially the lack of air conditioning in our sleeping room for which we paid extra.

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T302hvmarym

Oct 5, 2025

Do not book with them - Do not book with them, they completely ripped me off. Took over. 1000€ and I never got a penny backs they ask you to pay in full at time of booking and then tell you what the tour really isnt

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Tylereks

Aug 23, 2024

Watch out for these people. - They tried to make me pay twice for the tour and threatened me. I had to turn to the police. Very careful with them.

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Jbusa14

Jul 3, 2024

Terrible experience.... make sure you read all the negative reviews! - This was my second time cruising the Komodo islands. The islands are spectacularly beautiful. The crew of the boat were nice and capable. Unfortunately the boat was far from being good value and was nothing like the photo in the online description. For $750 dollars a night our boat had a cramped and dirty bedroom, a small combined toilet and shower room with a non-flushing toilet and a very weak shower with no hot water. There was no sink or tap water to clean your hands after being to the toilet. Their snorkeling equipment was old and falling apart. The worst part of the overall experience, which potentially could have been life threatening, was that despite being clearly told my wife has a shellfish allergy they served us a shrimp salad for dinner one evening!! We were so unhappy with this experience that we cut our trip short and asked the crew to take us back to port on the morning of our third day. I have rented boats and crew all over south east asia including Komodo and this was the worst experience and value I have had. If you are thinking of renting a boat from Bintang Komodo make sure you get the full details about the facilities before you give them $750 per night. Or be prepared to be ripped off!

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John_b

Jul 2, 2024

Very poor value for money and dangerous experience! - This was my second trip cruising the Komodo islands. The islands are spectacularly beautiful. The crew of the boat were nice and capable. Unfortunately the boat was far from being good value. For $750 dollars a night our boat had a cramped and dirty bedroom, a small combined toilet and shower room with a non-flushing toilet and a very weak shower with no hot water. There was no sink or tap water to clean your hands after being to the toilet. Their snorkeling equipment was old and falling apart. The worst part of the overall experience, which potentially could have been life threatening, was that despite being clearly told my wife has a shellfish allergy they served us a shrimp salad for dinner one evening!! We were so unhappy with this experience that we cut our trip short and asked the crew to take us back to port on the morning of our third day. I have rented boats and crew all over south east asia including Komodo and this was the worst experience and value I have had. If you are thinking of renting a boat from Bintang Komodo make sure you get the full details about the facilities before you give them $750 per night. Or be prepared to be ripped off!

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