What is the best time of year to visit Komodo Island?
Apr-Jun is one of the best times to visit Komodo as the islands gleam in greenery with comfortable temps, cool and fresh at night, and calm seas, often featuring whale sharks. High season, Jul-Aug, is hot, sunny, and pricier, with tour boats cluttering popular snorkel spots.
How long does it take from Labuan Bajo to Komodo Island?
around 2 hours
The only way of getting to Komodo Island from Labuan Bajo is by boat, unless you can afford a helicopter. The boat ride usually takes around 2 hours. Another option is to charter a boat in Labuan Bajo and have your own private cruise around Komodo Island.
What is the climate in Komodo National Park?
In Komodo, and on the nearby islands protected in the national park of the same name (Padar, Rinca, plus other smaller islands), the climate is tropical, hot all year round, with a muggy, rainy season from December to March and a dry season from June to September.
How many days do you need in Komodo Island?
Two to three days
How many days in Komodo? Two to three days is the perfect amount of time to visit Komodo National Park. We did a 2 day, 1 night tour which was the perfect amount of time to hit all the best things to do in Komodo.
Can you visit Komodo Island?
Fees to enter the UNESCO World Heritage Site may soon jump from $10 to $1,000. Until recently, visiting Komodo Island and getting a glimpse of its famed dragons would cost you a flight to Indonesia, a cruise or tour to Komodo National Park, and a small $10 USD admission fee.
How do I get from Labuan Bajo to Bali?
The best way to get from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo without a car is to ferry which takes 33h 10m and costs Rp290000 – Rp380000.
Does it snow on Komodo Island?
Weather is perfect this time of year in Komodo to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 93.4°F (34.1°C) and 89.7°F (32.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 15 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
What are some safety tips for Komodo Island?
Here we present the key tips for tourists.
- Always Use a Local Guide (Ranger)
- Don’t Go into the Park Alone.
- Keep Your Distance.
- Don’t Run Straight, Run in a Zigzag Pattern and Find a Stilted House.
- Don’t Make Too Much Noise.
- Don’t Wear Perfume & No Menstruating Women.
Is it worth going to Komodo Island?
There are much more beautiful places in Komodo National Park, such as Padar, Gili Lawa, Kanawa, Sebayur islands. If you are so keen on seeing the dragons, then go. But if you are into landscapes and scenery, this is nothing special at all.
Can I visit Komodo on my period?
Women who are menstruating are not allowed to go see the komodo dragons because the lizards can smell the slightest bit of blood and will be very attracted by it as they perceive it as their prey.
How to see Komodo dragon in Labuan Bajo?
After trekking to see Komodo dragon on Rinca island will get back to the boat, and heading back to Labuan Bajo’s harbor. On arrival at harbor you will be drop off at your chosen hotel. (If the time permits, You can do swimming or snorkeling in one of the spots at around Rinca island. Lunch will be provided). Day 2.
How long does it take to do Komodo dragon trip?
This Komodo dragon trip will be done within two days tour. First day will visit Rinca Island and then back to the hotel and on the second will visit Komodo island and then back to your hotel. The program is nearly the same as two days Rinca Komodo Tour which is overnight on the boat.
What is Komodo day tour from Bali?
This Komodo Day Tour mostly starts from Labuan Bajo and end in Labuan Bajo or Komodo Day Tour from Bali. There an opportunity to see as much as you can but it depends on the Boat you choose. We can use Local wooden Boat which is slower in comparing with fast Boat, but all depend on the Budget you want to spend or how much things you want to see.
How to see the Komodo dragon from Rinca Padar?
Rinca padar sunrise tour is one of our Komodo dragon short trips. Rinca Island is where you can see the Komodo dragon and the exotic savannah and fantastic ocean view await you there…. 2 Days. The journey will stay a night in the comfortable wooden boat with the cabin Air-conditioned, served with personal tour service Minimum 2 people.