ID · Flores · 8.50°S 119.89°E

labuan bajo

Komodo dragons, a pink-sand beach and boat trips through the national park.

Best time
April to November, the dry season.
How long
3–4 days
Getting there
Fly KL to Bali, about 3 hours, then about an hour's flight to Labuan Bajo.
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Dear group chat,Komodo dragons, a pink-sand beach and boat trips through the national park.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingLabuan BajoID, Flores
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The harbour town on Flores that serves as the gateway to Komodo National Park: dragons, a pink-sand beach and some of Indonesia's best diving.

Makan

  1. The harbour night marketGrilled fish and seafood by the water.Map ↗
  2. Flores coffeeStrong local coffee from the island's highlands.Map ↗

Things to do

  1. Komodo and RincaSee the dragons in the wild, with park rangers.Map ↗
  2. Padar IslandA short climb to the famous three-bay viewpoint.Map ↗
  3. Pink BeachPinkish sand from crushed red coral.Map ↗
  4. Manta PointSnorkel or dive with manta rays.Map ↗
  5. A liveaboardTwo or three days on a boat in the park.Map ↗

Where to stay

In town for day trips, or on a liveaboard boat for a few days in the park.

Good to know

  • National park fees and rules change often. Check before you book.
  • Dragon visits are only allowed with park rangers.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.