Wildlife
Dragon Territory
A guided three-hour hike through Rinca Island's prehistoric landscape, with Komodo dragons encountered up close.
Private Charter Itinerary
Extreme Komodo
A 5-night round-trip from Labuan Bajo.
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Komodo Loop
Route
5 Nights
Duration
144 NM
Distance
Apr to Oct
Season
The Voyage
5 Nights in the Heart of Komodo
This 5-night, round-trip voyage from Labuan Bajo covers the full loop of Komodo National Park at an active pace, letting you squeeze the best of the region into a single week. Trek through dragon territory, dive or snorkel the principal sites including Secret Garden, W Reef, Three Sisters, Manta Alley, and Makassar Reef, hike island peaks for sweeping views, and spend your evenings at anchor in secluded bays.
Designed for groups who want maximum time in the water and on the trails, every day of this itinerary allows for several hours of water sports and hikes, with each day's pace adjusted to your group's preferences. The route circles the Park, so no site is rushed and no two days feel the same.
In order to fit the Park's best sites into one week, there is above-average activity from day one. This itinerary suits active travelers who want to see a full cross-section of what Komodo does best: dragons, mantas, dramatic peaks, pink-sand beaches, and the extraordinary underwater life that has made this park famous.
— Nikko Karki, Indo YachtsFive nights does not let you slow down, every day is a peak. If your group wants to dive Castle Rock, hike Padar at sunrise, and walk Rinca with rangers, this is the structure.
The three-bay view from Padar Island at first light.
What Awaits
Inside the Dragon Kingdom
Five jam-packed days in one of Indonesia's most dramatic marine parks, with the full loop of Komodo's named dive sites.
Marine Life
Manta Alley
Possible sightings of reef and oceanic mantas at Manta Alley and Makassar Reef, where the giants glide to their cleaning stations.
Landscapes
Padar's Three Bays
The Park's most celebrated summit: white, pink, and black beaches emerge simultaneously from the ridgeline at sunrise.
The Route
Komodo National Park Loop
- Day 1
Labuan Bajo
- Day 1 to 2
Rinca Island
- Day 2 to 3
Manta Alley
- Day 3 to 4
Padar Island
- Day 4 to 5
Makassar Reef
- Day 6
Labuan Bajo
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Day by Day
The Expedition
01
Day
Labuan Bajo, Rinca
Board Early, Head for Dragons
Board early and cruise to Rinca Island for a three-hour guided hike with an experienced park ranger, walking the ancient land of the Komodo dragons and meeting them up close.
Cruising
15 NM
Embark
Labuan Bajo
Highlight
Ranger-led Dragon Trek
02
Day
Rinca, Padar
Padar's Three-Bay View
Padar Island's landscape holds three bays well suited to a day of relaxing or water sports. Dive nearby at Secret Garden, W Reef, and Three Sisters. At sunset, trek to the view over the bays.
Cruising
9 NM
Activity
Secret Garden & W Reef
Highlight
Three-Bay Sunset Trek
03
Day
Padar, Nusa Kode, Muang
Seclusion at Sokolo Bay
Head to Nusa Kode to watch dragons range along the shoreline. In Sokolo Bay, where few boats venture, enjoy quiet beach walks, water sports, and evening stargazing.
Cruising
28 NM
Activity
Beach Walks & Water Sports
Highlight
Dragons by the Shore
04
Day
Muang, Manta Alley, Gili Banta
Manta Alley
Dive Manta Alley, where cooler water, orange fire coral, and black manta rays make for memorable underwater scenery. Cruise to Banta Island, a fine spot for water sports.
Cruising
54 NM
Activity
Manta Alley Diving
Highlight
Banta Water Sports
05
Day
Gili Banta, Batu Monco, Gili Lawa
Crystal and Castle Rock
Explore a sheltered bay home to manta rays and dolphins. Dive the park's most exhilarating sites, Crystal Rock and Castle Rock, at the foot of Gili Lawa. Hike Gili Lawa Laut or Gili Lawa Darat for sunset views over the passage between the two islands.
Cruising
19 NM
Activity
Crystal Rock & Castle Rock
Highlight
Gili Lawa Sunset
06
Day
Gili Lawa, Labuan Bajo
Final Dive, Then Home
On the final day, stop for a snorkel at Makassar Reef for a last glimpse of manta rays. Cruise back through the park to Labuan Bajo for disembarkation and airport transfer.
Cruising
19 NM
Activity
Makassar Reef Snorkel
Highlight
Final Manta Sighting
Your Charter Team
Guided by Those Who Know These Waters
We have arranged charters in Komodo since 2015, and the value of that is not the years, it is knowing how the Park rewards one group differently from the next. Tell us who is coming, how active they want to be, and what they would not want to miss. We will build the days around the answer.
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Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time for this charter?
April through October offers the most stable conditions in Komodo: calm seas, strong visibility, and reliable manta activity at Makassar Reef and Manta Alley. June through August is peak season with the driest weather and best diving conditions.
Can the itinerary be modified?
Every day is planned to group preferences. If you want additional dive sessions, more hikes, or slower mornings, your charter specialist will adjust. Komodo's conditions also influence daily planning, and your crew will always have alternatives ready.
What diving experience is required?
Sites like W Reef and Three Sisters suit open water certified divers. Advanced certifications open up Komodo's stronger current sites. First-time divers can complete check dives at protected bays before progressing to the Park's main sites with the onboard PADI instructor.
Is this itinerary suitable for families?
This is an active itinerary with daily hikes and multiple water entries each day. It suits active families with children aged 8 and above who are comfortable in the water. For younger children or a more relaxed pace, the Ultimate Family Adventure is a better match.
Interested in This Itinerary?
Please get in touch to discuss planning your private charter.