Set sail from Labuan Bajo on a three‑day Pinisi liveaboard that visits Padar, Komodo Island, Pink Beach and Manta Point. Expect daily snorkel stops, a short hike to Padar’s panoramic ridgeline, close wildlife encounters with rangers, and nights sleeping aboard the traditional boat.
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The Pinisi eases out of Labuan Bajo at first light and the harbor shrinks into a ribbon of houses and palm shadows. Salt and diesel mix into a single urge forward as the crew hustles lines and the ship’s teak deck warms beneath bare feet. On day one you’ll land on Kelor’s 100‑meter hill, snorkel among Manjarite’s gardens of coral, and watch thousands of bats lift off at dusk above Rinca.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days (approx. 72 hours)
Fitness Level
Good general fitness for short hikes and repeated snorkeling sessions; able to step on/off small boats and climb stone stairs.
Wildlife
History
Komodo National Park was created to protect the Komodo dragon and surrounding marine habitat; it became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1991, highlighting both terrestrial and marine importance.
Conservation
Park fees and ranger programs fund conservation and visitor management; use reef‑safe products, avoid touching coral, and follow guided paths to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Open Sailing Trip Labuan Bajo 3 Days and 2 Nights Life on Board today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Pack reef‑safe sunscreen
The park requires reef‑friendly products—non‑oxybenzone sunscreen protects coral and is essential for long days on deck and in the water.
Bring seasickness medication
Swells and open‑ocean crossings are common; take preventative meds or wristbands before departure to avoid missing snorkeling stops.
Follow ranger instructions near Komodo dragons
Always stay with your group and the ranger—Komodos are wild and fast; cameras should be used from a safe distance.
Use a small dry bag
Keep passports, electronics, and a change of clothes waterproofed—boarding and beach landings are wet and sandy.
Reef‑safe sunscreen
Protects skin and fragile coral ecosystems during frequent snorkel stops.
summer
Light hiking shoes or sandals with grip
Useful for Padar’s stone steps and rocky beach landings.
Seasickness medication or wristbands
Reduces nausea during open‑ocean crossings and rough mornings.
Dry bag (5–10L) or waterproof phone case
Keeps documents and electronics safe during transfers and on deck.