A Day Journey to Komodo Island, Padar and Pink Seashore

Love nature? You’ll really feel proper at dwelling in Indonesia’s unspoiled treasure, Komodo Nationwide Park. Removed from the wild nights of Bali, this quiet group of islands is dwelling to white-sand seashores, lush mountaineering parks, and world-class snorkeling and diving.

With a lot to do in Komodo Nationwide Park, it’s effectively definitely worth the journey from Bali!

The middle of the park is a world away from the hustle and bustle of Bali, however you may get there in simply ninety minutes from Denpasar.

Many corporations supply day excursions out of Labuan Bajo, so you possibly can simply discover the hills of Padar, chill with the dragons on Komodo Island, chill out on Pink Seashore, and snorkel at Manta Level. I went with Ora Dive—they provide customized excursions and packaged day journeys so you possibly can select what you’d prefer to see probably the most!

Take a look at my day journey to Komodo Island, Padar and Pink Seashore!

Guide Your Day Journey

There are nice tour corporations that provide day journeys to Padar, Komodo Island, Pink Seashore, and Manta Level. The journey begins early (round 5:30 a.m.!) from Labuan Bajo, so that you’ll positively wish to begin your day close to the tour assembly level.

There are seven flights per day, so it’s simple to seek out one which’ll work along with your schedule. Labuan Bajo is among the largest metropolis in Flores, which suggests you’ll haven’t any drawback discovering issues to do or locations to remain there. Nonetheless, I’d positively advocate Le Pirate Flores—it’s tremendous cute and in an incredible location.

There are many locations round Labuan Bajo the place you may get a glimpse into the tradition of the native Manggarai folks. They’re identified for his or her extremely spectacular weaving, so take a look at the textiles should you’re on the lookout for a singular memento.

1st Cease: Padar

Seize your mountaineering footwear! The view from the peaks of Padar Island is probably the most stunning sight in Indonesia. Climb your approach to the highest for a panorama view of the unbelievable pure fantastic thing about Komodo Nationwide Park. Don’t overlook a number of sunscreen and a hat — it’s a scorching and sunny journey to the highest.

2nd Cease: Komodo Island

An official UNESCO World Heritage Web site and a Man and the Biosphere Program Reserve, Komodo Island is a exceptional place. Residence to fewer than 2,000 folks and a powerful 2,500 Komodo dragons, that is the place to reconnect with nature.

Whereas there are not any assured sightings, there are often some Komodo dragons hanging out by the buildings close to the doorway, so arrive prepared for a fast selfie with an area lizard.

third Cease: Pink Seashore

The world-famous Pink Seashore is a must-see for any customer to Komodo Nationwide Park. With mushy, pink sand, crystal clear waves, and wonderful diving spots, Pink Seashore is a spot you’ve bought to go to. You’ll most probably have sufficient time right here to eat lunch, snorkel and hike up the close by hill for an incredible view wanting over the seaside.

Whereas nonetheless beautiful, this scorching spot will not be as pink because it as soon as was as a result of folks prefer to take the sand. Please don’t take the sand! Not solely will your sand get thrown away while you undergo airport safety, you’ll be leaving the seaside much less pink for future guests.

4th Cease: Manta Level

One of the best diving and snorkeling in Indonesia are in areas like Manta Level, that provide a very magical expertise.

We opted to prepare a personal tour that included diving as an alternative of snorkeling, however the usual excursions will embrace snorkeling, which I extremely advocate! Whilst you won’t see mantas each time, you’re going to get to see a stunning array of coral and sea life.