Komodo & Rinca
Overview
During this trip you’ll discover Komodo & Rinca islands in Komodo National Park by private boat. You will meet the famous majestic Komodo Dragons when you set foot on the islands, and sail through the most scenic parts of the Indonesian archipelago, dive into the underwater world for un-matched snorkeling adventures.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Bajo Arrival
After arrival you will be transferred to a nice beachfront hotel just outside of town. A great start of your holiday, you can swim, snorkel or just laze on the beach. Labuan Bajo is famous for its amazing sunsets!Accommodation: Golo Hilltop(Superior Room)
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Day 2: Rinca – Komodo National Park
In the early morning we go on board to sail towards Rinca. Along the way we make plenty of snorkel stops, the underwater world surrounding the different islets is breathtaking. We stay the night onboard in the bay of Rinca. Our cook will prepare a delightful dinner on deck, while a thousand stars shine down on you.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 3: Rinca – Komodo National Park
In the early morning we walk over the island to enjoy the magnificent panoramic views. Here you will meet the majestic Komodo Dragons! We return onboard to sail to Pantai Merah, a magical place full of beautiful shells. Here you will also find the most beautiful coral reefs of the area. After our afternoon snorkeling-stop we sail towards an island where flying dogs live in the mangrove trees. While enjoying a magnificent sunset, you will be watching these animals, while they leave their habitat by the hundreds in search of food. A magical day!Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 4: Komodo
In the morning we walk over the island of Komodo. Here you will once again see the Dragons. After lunch we have a final snorkeling-stop at Pulau Bidadari, before we return back to laid-back Labuan Bajo. We stay the night in the same pleasant hotel.Meals: Breakfast
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Day 5: Labuan Bajo Departure
Depending on your flight departure, in the morning you may have time to wander around Labuan Bajo. You can also visit the local market.Meals: Breakfast
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Sunrise from viewpoint at Mt Bromo.
A drive across the Sea of Sands in a 4×4 local Jeep brings you to this amazing viewpoint on top of Mt Penanjakan at 2,770m above sea level.
The sun does not rise over Mt Bromo but you can get the best of both worlds, a sunrise and the best view of Mt Bromo and the sea of sands as the highest peak is at 2,329m. Make sure you wrap up warm, as it can get quite cold at the viewpoint. Its best to get there early to get the best position as many people both locals and tourist gather to watch the sunrise.
Viewpoint of Mt Bromo from Mt Penanjakan.
After sunrise, jump back into you local jeep and drive back down through the sea of sands to the start point of your walk up Bromo. Plenty of sand under your feet so make sure you wear good shoes and also it is best to have a face mask which you can buy at the foot of Bromo as many local pony’s gallop past you.
It takes around 1 hour from leaving your jeep to reach the crater rim where you can see into the large crater and get an amazing picture of the Sea of Sands from a height.
Yadnya Kasada Ceremony happens on the 14th day of the Hindu Festival where locals from East Java climb the volcano with offerings to the Mountain Gods such as flowers, fruits, rice and sometimes livestock into the Volcano as they believe it will give them good luck. This tradition goes as far back as the 15th Century.
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