Early Morning Speedboat Tour to Komodo National Park

Early Morning Speedboat Tour to Komodo National Park

By Komodo Snorkel

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Free cancellation available

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Free cancellation available
11h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Start your adventure before most visitors arrive and experience the park without the crowds. With our 05:25 AM hotel pick-up and a 06:00 AM speedboat departure, you’ll reach the iconic destinations of Komodo National Park in a more peaceful atmosphere—perfect for trekking scenic viewpoints, seeing the famous Komodo dragon, and snorkelling in clear tropical waters.

Designed for a comfortable day, this tour is limited to a maximum of 17 guests, helping maintain a relaxed and enjoyable environment on board. Clear communication begins the day before the tour, followed by punctual early-morning departures and attentive guidance from our experienced crew throughout the journey.

Returning to Labuan Bajo at around 4:00 PM, the tour is perfect for travellers with afternoon onward flights. With a perfect 5.0 rating and 100% traveller recommendation, it represents one of the best-value early morning speedboat experiences in the park.

Seats are limited, so early booking is recommended.

Activity location

Labuan Bajo
- Labuan Bajo, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Labuan Bajo
- Labuan Bajo, Indonesia

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Excludes Park Fees

11h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 05:30

Price details

€111.59 x 1 Adult€111.59

Paid at activity€23.05

Total

Until Fri, 27 Mar

What's included, what's not

Simple Snack, Mineral Water, Soft Drink and Seasonal Fruits.
Tourist Personal Accident Insurance
You’ll enjoy an Indonesian lunch box which includes rice, vegetables, egg, and chicken. We’re happy to provide vegetarian or vegan meals as well—just let us know if you have any food allergies.
Please provide your shoe size (women’s or men’s) when booking so we can prepare the right fins for you.
Breakfast and Towel (Please kindly bring your own breakfast and towel)
Entrance fees for all six tourist attractions, as well as ranger fees at Padar and Komodo Island.

Know before you book

Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Starting April 2026, Komodo National Park will limit visitors to 1,000 people per day. All entry slots must be booked through the official SIORA system, which does not support international payments. If you agree, we will secure the slot using our own funds, which must be reimbursed upon your arrival by cash or card (3% bank fee for card payments). All SIORA slots are non-refundable and non-changeable, so tour dates must be final.
November to February is the rainy season, so itineraries may be adjusted or postponed if conditions are unsafe. The upside is fewer crowds and excellent chances to see manta rays. If you choose to travel during this period, you may need to stay longer while waiting for sailing clearance from the local Harbour Master, who regulates departures based on sea conditions for safety reasons.
If you are catching an afternoon flight after the tour, please bring your luggage with you and store it in the shuttle car. The same car will take you straight to the airport once the tour ends.
Guests planning to bring a drone to Komodo National Park must inform us at least 5 days in advance, hold a valid drone flying certification, and obtain a permit costing 2.5 million rupiah, which we must pay upfront and can be reimbursed upon your arrival. Please let us know if you’d like our assistance.
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Labuan Bajo

Our pick-up service begins at 5:25 AM, depending on your hotel’s location. Please be ready in your hotel lobby and ensure your WhatsApp number is active on the tour day, in case our team needs to contact you for coordination. Once the formalities are completed, you will board one of our speedboats departing promptly before 6:00 AM from Labuan Bajo. With a maximum of 17 guests per departure, the boat assigned each day is selected to best match the group size, ensuring comfort and a well-balanced onboard experience. Please be assured that even with only one booking, the tour will still depart as scheduled.

Padar Island

1h 20m
Admission ticket not included

From your hotel, we’ll head directly to the harbour to board our speedboat and set off on a day filled with discovery. It takes approximately 60 minutes by speedboat from Labuan Bajo to reach our first destination, the iconic Padar Island. Renowned for its dramatic landscapes and unique trio of coloured beaches—white, pink, and black—Padar is a feast for the senses. As we approach, you’ll be captivated by the island’s rugged hills and stunning vistas. To reach the best viewpoint for capturing truly stunning pictures, guests will need to walk up 815 well-constructed concrete steps. While a good physical condition is required, the steady steps make the ascent more manageable and guests can take their time to rest along the way. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with sweeping panoramic views—an unforgettable highlight of Komodo National Park.

Pink Beach

1h 10m

From Padar Island, we continue to the enchanting Pink Beach. It takes approximately 10 minutes by speedboat to reach this stunning destination. The beach’s distinctive pink-hued sand is the result of white sand blending with red coral fragments, creating a soft, rosy shoreline you won’t find anywhere else. Here, you’ll have time to unwind, swim in the crystal-clear waters, and simply relax as you soak in the beach’s unique charm.

Komodo National Park

1h 50m

Next, we continue to Komodo Island, located approximately 20 minutes by speedboat from Pink Beach. Spanning around 31,000 hectares, the island is home to roughly 1,400 legendary Komodo dragons — the largest lizards on Earth. These extraordinary reptiles can grow up to 3 metres (10 feet) in length and are known for their powerful build and remarkable predatory instincts. Accompanied by experienced park rangers, you will embark on a guided trek designed to observe these iconic creatures safely within their natural habitat, while learning about their behaviour and the island’s unique ecosystem. Only about 0.7% of the island is designated for tourism activities, with the vast majority remaining strictly protected conservation area. As completely wild animals, dragon sightings along the trekking routes naturally vary from day to day, since most of the population resides within these protected zones.

Komodo National Park

25m
Admission ticket not included

Lunch

Taka Makassar Island

As the adventure continues, we journey to Taka Makasar, which takes approximately 25 minutes by speedboat from Komodo Island. This picturesque sandbar is renowned for its crescent shape and pristine waters. It’s the ideal spot to relax, sunbathe, and marvel at the beauty of the ocean.

Manta Point

Then, it’s off to Manta Point, which is just a 5-minute speedboat ride from Taka Makasar. Famous for its frequent sightings of graceful manta rays, this spot is a haven for these gentle giants, drawn to the area’s nutrient-rich currents. It’s one of the best places to snorkel and watch them glide peacefully beneath the surface. If you’re lucky, you might even get to swim alongside them!

Pulau Siaba Besar

Our final stop is Siaba Island, which is approximately a 15-minute speedboat ride from Manta Point. Known as a prime location to encounter sea turtles, this spot invites you to dive into crystal-clear waters and explore colourful coral gardens teeming with vibrant tropical fish, reef sharks, and, of course, gentle sea turtles. This underwater paradise is the perfect way to conclude a day filled with exploration and adventure. At 3:00 PM, we embark on our return journey to Labuan Bajo, which takes approximately 60 minutes from Siaba. We are expected to arrive in Labuan Bajo by 4:00 PM.

Labuan Bajo

Our driver will be waiting for you at the harbour at 4:00 PM. Upon your arrival, they will ensure a smooth and seamless transfer to your hotel or the airport. For those planning to catch a flight to Bali, the airport is conveniently located just about 5 minutes from the harbour, ensuring you arrive with plenty of time for check-in.

Location

Activity location

Labuan Bajo
- Labuan Bajo, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Labuan Bajo
- Labuan Bajo, Indonesia

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