9 days
Komodo Island Hopper
An Indonesian island adventure
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Trip Highlights
- Discover remote islands and untouched beaches on this off-the-beaten track adventure
- Swim and snorkel with manta rays, turtles and an array of other colourful marine life
- Sail around remote tropical islands on your very own live-aboard boat
- Spend time at a local Sasak village and learn traditional weaving techniques
- Explore amazing undiscovered places like the brightly-coloured Pink Beach and stunning Padar viewpoint
Trip Overview
Get away from the tourist track on this fantastic 9-day tour in Indonesia. Explore remote islands and untouched beaches that are off the beaten track and gain a unique insight into local ways of life. Starting in laidback Lombok, you'll spend time soaking up the sunshine and friendly atmosphere, and even visit a Sasak village to find out more about the local community. From Lombok, you’ll travel to serene Sumbawa and Moyo Island and then take to the waves on board our very own private boat. Enjoy three days of sailing, snorkelling and sleeping at sea, and see manta rays and komodo dragons up close. Packed to the brim with awesome activities and unique inclusions, this is an adventure not to be missed!
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- 8 nights' accommodation
- In-country transport
- Traditional Sasak Village visit
- Benang Kelampu Waterfalls trip
- Mawun Beach visit
- Trip to Selong Belanak Beach
- Moyo and Satonda Islands tour
- Gili Lawa viewpoint
- 3-day live-aboard boat trip
- All meals onboard live-aboard boat
- Snorkelling with manta rays
- Komodo Island tour
- Pink Beach visit
- Padar Island viewpoint
- Help with onward travel
- 24-hour emergency support
- Local tour guide
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Airport transfers
- Tourism levy
- Some meals
- Optional trips or excursions
Day 1: Kuta, Lombok
Enjoy your surroundings and relax at the accommodation's pool before meeting up with the rest of the group for a welcome meal this evening.
Day 2: Sasak Village
Discover local culture this morning with a visit to a local Sasak village. Afterwards, you'll go on an afternoon trek through the beautiful jungle, stopping at the local falls to take a dip in the cool waters.
Day 3: Lombok Beach Combing
Spend the day checking out Lombok's sublime beaches. Lie back on the sands and soak up the sun, then cool off with a dip in the sea, or get involved with surfing or snorkeling.
Day 4: Lombok to Sumbawa
Today you'll explore further east, taking a ferry from Lombok to the golden shores of Sumbawa. Spend the afternoon relaxing on this quiet, unspoilt island.
Day 5: Moyo Island
Heading out to sea again, you'll make the journey to Moyo, where you'll spend an incredible day touring the island with a local guide. Discover picturesque beaches, beautiful forests, and gorgeous waterfalls that very few western tourists have ever laid eyes on!
Day 6: Satonda Island
Board a private live-aboard boat for 3 days of sailing adventures. Sail to Satonda Island and stop off for a snorkelling session to take a closer look at some incredible underwater marine life. Later on, enjoy a delicious dinner on board the boat before bedding down in your group dorm.
Day 7: Padar Island
Make your way over to Padar Island and step ashore onto Pink Beach, aptly named for its unusual pink sand. Hike up to Padar viewpoint for some exceptional views.
Day 8: Komodo Island & Flores
Enjoy a hearty breakfast on deck this morning before jumping into the sea and spending a morning swimming and snorkelling with manta rays. Then drop anchor at Komodo Island and find the island's famous resident dragons. Enjoy a farewell group meal this evening.
Day 9: Farewell
Day 9 marks the end of this incredible Indonesian island tour, so check out of the accommodation and make your way to the airport (the closest airport is Labuan Bajo, around 20 minutes' drive from the hotel). Your tour guide will be able to help you book transport.
Please note activities and itineraries are subject to change.
Please note: some of the activities on this itinerary and the order in which they take place are subject to change.
Accommodation
8 nights’ accommodation is included in this trip. As these parts of Indonesia are only just being discovered by western travellers, there are very few hotels set up for tourists. Accommodation mostly consists of twin share guesthouse accommodation with the added bonus of air-conditioning and the use of an onsite swimming pool. In Lombok, your accommodation will be in the form of a basic but clean and convenient hotel, in Sumbawa you’ll stay in a lovely hotel right by the beach!
During the 3-day boat trip, you’ll get to spend two nights on board in a large dorm-style room with the rest of the group.
You’ll finish your trip on the island of Flores, where your accommodation, in the town of Labuan Bajo, at an amazing backpacker accommodation, again with its own pool, and is located right on the beach with awesome views over the sea.
Meals
Most of your meals aren’t included on this trip, which will give you the opportunity to try out a whole host of delicious Indonesian cuisine at a variety of fantastic local diners and restaurants. You will however, be fed and watered for the duration of the live-aboard boat trip, where the crew will prepare fresh food for you. Breakfast will typically consist of pancakes and fresh fruit with a selection of tasty local dishes for lunch, and a variety of noodles, tempeh, sticky rice, and vegetable dishes for dinner. Please let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements when you book.
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Arrival Information:
You will need to arrange flights into Lombok International Airport to arrive in time for the first day of your itinerary. You can arrive at any time but we recommend arriving before 6pm. An airport transfer is not included but if you would like one to be arranged, please speak with a travel advisor.
Your tour ends on day 9 on the island of Flores, the nearest airport is Labuan Bajo, which is around 20 minutes' drive from your accommodation. A return airport transfer is not included but your guide can help arrange this for you, and you can depart at any time.
Age & Eligibility:
This trip is designed for travellers aged 18-45.
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