Island Hopping on a Budget: The Ultimate 3-Day Komodo Shared Trip
The 3-Day Komodo tour is designed to explore the best destinations in Komodo National Park. The tour is a sharing tour program, which means you will join with other people in the same boat.
Sailing through Komodo National Park is a top bucket-list dream. Private boat charters are expensive, but a 3-day 2-night (3D2N) Komodo shared tour is the perfect alternative. This budget-friendly trip is ideal for solo travelers, couples, and backpackers who want to explore Labuan Bajo while splitting the costs..
The tour starts from Labuan Bajo and finishes in Labuan Bajo, leaving every Monday and Friday. One boat provides a private cabin, and shares a cabin with private bathrooms.
Key highlights of a 3-day Komodo trip
- Trekking with Komodo dragons
- Komodo Island: You will hike with an experienced park ranger to safely see these prehistoric lizards in their natural habitat.
- Other wildlife: We will have a chance to spot other wildlife ( deer, monkeys, and wild boars )
- Underwater exploration
- Snorkeling at Manta Point.This is a truly humbling experience where you can swim alongside graceful manta rays in colder currents that they prefer.
- Pink Beach.Beyond its distinctive pink sand, this unique beach offers excellent snorkeling with vibrant coral reefs and teeming marine life.
- Taka Makassar.This is a tiny, crescent-shaped sandbar surrounded by shallow, crystal-clear turquoise waters. It’s a perfect spot for swimming and photography.
- Turtle spots.Islands like Siaba are known for being a “city of turtles,” offering fantastic opportunities to snorkel with them.
- Iconic panoramic views
- Padar Island.A sunrise hike to the summit of Padar is a trip highlight. The iconic view from the top reveals the island’s three distinct bays with their different colored beaches.
- Kalong Island.You can end a day by watching a spectacular exodus of thousands of bats. The bath flying out from the mangrove forest against the backdrop of an orange sunset sky.
- Kelor Island.A shorter and steeper hike. Great panoramic view from the hill of Kelor Island.
How to get Labuan Bajo?
You can fly to Labuan Bajo ( LBJ ) from Jakarta, Bali, Surabaya, and Ende. An early flight from Bali is available.
How many people are on the boat?
These boats are only available for 3 days Komodo tour. We offer you two boats with a small capacity.
Recommendation boat for 3 days Komodo Tour:
1. MayDian boat:
- Capacity: 12 people. 1 private cabin upper, 3 private cabin main deck and 1 shared cabin ( 4 people )
- Safety gear: Life jacket, Ring Buoy, Dinghy, Radio, GPS, Flaser, APAR and First Aid Kid.
- Room Facilities: AC and En suite-bathroom.
- Public Area: Sun Deck and Saloon Area ( Dinning room )
2. Arimby Boat.
- Capacity: 12 people. 5 private cabins ( extra bed ). 2 cabin upper bed, 3 main deck.
- Safety gear: Life jacket, Ring Buoy, Dinghy, Radio, GPS, Flaser, APAR and First Aid Kid.
- Room Facilities: AC and En suite-bathroom.
- Public Area: Sun Deck and Saloon Area ( Dinning room )
Are you solo traveling?
For solo travel, you will sleep in a shared cabin and sleep with someone in the same bed. To sleep alone in one bed in a shared cabin will cost for two people. On Maydian boat, available single bed in a shared cabin E.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Book Your 3 Days Komodo Tour.
Ready to see the dragons? 🦖 Follow these simple steps with your family to lock in your boat adventure!
- Step 1: Check the Rules First
Make sure you read our booking policies and house rules so you know how everything works before you start. - Step 2: See What’s Open
Send us a message on WhatsApp or Email. Ask if there are open spots for your dates, and let us know if you want a shared group trip or a private boat just for your family. - Step 3: Send Your Passport Photo
Send a clear picture of your passport. We need this to register your name for official park entries and local travel systems (like SiOra). - Step 4: Pay Your Deposit
To save your spot on the boat, pay a deposit (usually 30% to 50% of the price) using PayPal, Wise, or bank transfer. - Step 5: Get Your Ticket
Once your deposit goes through, wait for us to send your official booking confirmation voucher via email or WhatsApp. - Step 6: Pick Your Hotel
Book a hotel room in Labuan Bajo. Try to get a hotel inside our free pickup area, and make sure you arrive at least one day before the boat sails! - Step 7: Pay the Rest
Settle the remaining balance of your trip. Depending on the rules, you can pay this online before you arrive or in cash when you get to Labuan Bajo. - Step 8: Plan Ahead!
Komodo boats fill up super fast! If you are traveling during the busy summer months (June to August), book 12 to 17 weeks early. For quieter months, book at least 10 days ahead.
3 days Komodo itinerary 2026.
Day 01. Labuan Bajo – Kelor island – Menjerite or Strawberry rock – Sunset at Kalong island
- Pick up from the hotel starts from 9.00 to 10.45 am
- Transfer to Labuan Bajo Harbor, and get the Barcode from our team.
- Ride the lifeboat to the main boat
- 11.30 am. Sail to Kelor Island for about 50 minutes. Lunch on the way to Kelor Island.
- 12.20 pm. Hike to the hill to enjoy the view from the hill or take a photo. Available snorkeling in Kelor Island (Baby Shark Point)
- 14.00 pm. Sail to Menjerite Island or Strawberry Rock for 20 minutes. Beautiful snorkeling spot.
- 16.30 pm. Continue to Kalong Island for 30 minutes
- 18.00 pm. Enjoy the Sunset at Kalong Island. The view is of a thousand flying foxes flying to the main island to hunt for fruit.
- 19.30 pm. Sail to Padar Island, and overnight near Padar Island. Dinner on the boat
Day 02. Padar island – Pink Beach – Komodo island – Manta point – Taka Makasar
- 04.00 – 04.30 am. Prepare and get a light breakfast
- 5.00 am. Ride the lifeboat to Padar harbor. Hike to Padar Island ( 2 hours ). Sunrice from the hill of Padar.
- 7.30 am. Back to the main boat. Enjoy the breakfast.
- 8.30 am. Sail to Pink Beach for 45 minutes. Snorkeling or relaxing on the beach.
- 11.00 am. To Komodo Island, about a 60-minute sail.
- 12.20 pm. Explore Komodo Island ( Loh Liang or Komodo village )
- 14.30 pm. Enjoy your lunch and continue the trip to Manta Island
- 16.30 pm. Snorkeling at Manta Point
- 17.30 pm. Continue to Taka Makasar for about 10 minutes. Nice place for taking photos.
- 18.30 pm. Sail to Sabita or Siaba island. Overnight and dinner on the boat
Day 03. Siaba Island – Sebayur Island – Labuan Bajo
- 7.30 am. Enjoy your breakfast and coffee on the boat
- 8.00 am. Sail to Siaba Island for 45 minutes. Snorkeling in the turtle cities.
- 10.00 am. Continue to Sebayur Island for 60 minutes. Snorkeling in the fish garden.
- 12.00 pm. Heading to Labuan Bajo harbor for a 2-hour sail
- 14.00 pm. Transfer to your hotel.
Included
- Pick up service
- English-speaking guide
- Meals on tour
- Mineral water
- Snorkeling equipment (mask only )
- Soft drink, Coffee, Tea
- Documentation ( Drone, DSLR, GoPro)
Price excluded :
- Hotel
- Flight ticket
- Travel Insurance
- Entrance fee to National Park, Ranger, Padar, Pink Beach IDR 650.000 per person
- Entrance fee to Kalong island for viewing sunset IDR 250.000/ person ( tentative )
- Alcoholic
- Tips to the crew and your personal expenses
What thing do we recommend bringing?
Here is the list of all the things you can’t forget to pack for your trip.
What should you bring for the Komodo tour in 3 days?
- Clothing: A swimsuit, light clothing for after-water activities, and an evening outfit
- Sun protection: Reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and polarized sunglasses
- Footwear: Hiking sandals or shoes, or water shoes or sandals for walking on the beach
- Toiletries: Toothbrush and other toiletries
- Other equipment: Dry bags, wet wipes, headset or earplugs, power bank, and a hard drive for documentation
- Personal items: Towel, identification, and cash
- Snacks and hydration: Always bring water and snacks to tide you over between meals
- Hand sanitizer.
Additional information you should know:
- All onboard services are the responsibility of the boat operator, not our agency..
- We act solely as a travel agent. The boat tour and its crew manage and decide the island activities.
- For safety and coordination, guests are required to follow the boat crew’s instructions.
- Trust the boat captain’s decisions—your safety is the top priority.
- Bad weather and Force Majeure. We will change the itinerary for safety.
- Engine failure. We will replace the boat without notice and adjust the boat price.
- Always prioritize safety and follow the operator’s guidance for the best experience
Term of Payment:
- You can make a deposit payment using our bank account or PayPal.
- We are not responsible for any taxes.
- You must pay the balance in cash upon arrival.
Cancellation policy:
- A full refund for cancellations made up to 7 days.
- A 50% charge applies for cancellations within 5 days.
- A full charge is applicable for cancellations within 48 hours.
- We are not responsible for flight or luggage delays.
Similar Komodo tour, we recommend to you:
- One-day tour of Komodo byspeedboat.
- 2 days 1 night Komodo trip. The trip is available in private and sharedtrips.
- 3 days 2 nights private trip to Komodo Island
- 4 days 3 nights Komodo adventure. Exploring Komodo Island for more relaxation. The adventure is available on private and shared cruises from Labuan Bajo to Lombok Island.
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- WhatsApp to +6281246401009
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