Komodo National Park Private Expeditions

The dry season from April to December offers the best conditions for Komodo experiences, with peak season from July to September. During these months, expect calm seas for boat trips, clear visibility for diving and snorkeling, ideal weather for hiking Padar Island, and higher chances of spotting Komodo dragons.

Shoulder months (April-June and October-November) provide excellent value with fewer tourists while maintaining favorable weather. We recommend booking your Komodo experience 2-4 weeks in advance, especially during peak season.

Our experiences range from half-day adventures (4-5 hours) to multi-day expeditions (2-3 days). Day trips typically include 8-10 hours exploring Komodo Island, Padar Island, and Pink Beach with snorkeling stops. Private speedboat tours are faster, while traditional phinisi boat trips offer a more leisurely pace.

All tours are fully customizable—extend snorkeling time, add sunrise hikes, or combine multiple islands based on your interests and schedule.

Essential items include reef-safe sunscreen (SPF 50+), wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses, lightweight long-sleeve clothing for sun protection, comfortable hiking shoes with good grip, swimwear and rash guard, waterproof phone case or dry bag, and reusable water bottle.

We provide all snorkeling equipment, life jackets, towels, and meals. Optional items: underwater camera, motion sickness medication, and binoculars for wildlife spotting.

Yes, our experiences are family-friendly with proper precautions. Children must remain close to certified park rangers when viewing Komodo dragons, stay in designated safe areas, and wear life jackets during boat transfers and snorkeling. We recommend our experiences for children aged 6 and above.

Our private tours allow flexible pacing for families—shorter hikes, calm snorkeling spots, and regular breaks. Safety equipment, child-sized snorkel gear, and experienced guides ensure a secure and memorable adventure for the whole family.

Komodo tour prices vary based on experience type, duration, and group size. Private day tours typically range from $150-$400 per person, while multi-day liveaboard expeditions start from $500-$1,200 per person. All our experiences are 100% private—you never share boats with strangers.

Pricing includes certified park rangers, boat charter, snorkeling equipment, meals, park entrance fees, and all activities. Optional add-ons include underwater photography, drone videography, and extended snorkeling sessions. Contact us for customized quotes based on your preferences and group size.

While we cannot guarantee wildlife sightings (they are wild animals), Komodo dragon encounters have a 95%+ success rate on our tours. Our expert guides know the best viewing times and locations—typically early morning near ranger stations on Komodo Island and Rinca Island where dragons are most active.

The dry season (April-December) offers the highest sighting probability as dragons bask in open areas. Our guides track recent dragon activity daily and adjust routes for optimal viewing. Most tours encounter multiple dragons ranging from juveniles to massive adults over 3 meters long.

Komodo National Park is a biodiversity hotspot. On land, expect to see wild deer, water buffalo, wild boar, orange-footed scrubfowl, and numerous bird species including eagles and cockatoos. The islands host unique flora including lontar palms and savanna grasslands.

Underwater experiences are equally spectacular—manta rays at Manta Point (almost guaranteed April-November), sea turtles, reef sharks, dolphins, dugongs, vibrant coral gardens, and over 1,000 species of tropical fish. The park's marine ecosystem is considered among the world's richest, offering world-class diving and snorkeling opportunities.

Yes, we strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering adventure activities and water sports. Your policy should include medical evacuation (important as Komodo is remote), trip cancellation/interruption, lost luggage, and coverage for snorkeling, diving, and hiking activities.

While our tours maintain the highest safety standards with certified guides and quality equipment, travel insurance provides peace of mind for unforeseen circumstances like weather cancellations, medical emergencies, or flight disruptions. Most international travel insurance providers offer Indonesia coverage with adventure activity riders.

All Komodo experiences include private boat charter with experienced crew, certified park rangers and local guides, quality snorkeling equipment (masks, fins, life jackets), fresh meals and refreshments onboard, Komodo National Park entrance fees and conservation fees, and travel insurance coverage during the tour.

Additional inclusions vary by experience: hotel pickup/drop-off from Labuan Bajo, underwater photography assistance, beach towels, first aid kit, and safety briefings. Excluded items typically include personal travel insurance, alcoholic beverages, tips for crew and guides (optional but appreciated), and airport transfers (available upon request).

Komodo National Park is accessed via Labuan Bajo (Komodo Airport - LBJ) in Flores. From Bali, direct flights take 1 hour with multiple daily departures on Garuda Indonesia, Wings Air, and Batik Air. From Jakarta, expect 2.5-3 hours with one stopover, typically in Bali or Surabaya.

Once in Labuan Bajo, Komodo tours depart from the harbor—just 10 minutes from the airport. We arrange seamless airport transfers and can coordinate your entire journey from Bali or Jakarta, including flight bookings, accommodation at our luxury villas, and Komodo experiences. Book flights 2-3 months ahead during peak season (July-September) for best rates.