This is a unique expedition where you will
paddle your sea kayak to some of the most remote beaches on earth,
drifting over magnificent coral reefs, accessing little visited areas,
uninhabited islands as well as island inhabited by mythical dragons.
This 10 day expedition from Bali
is one of a kind. Our partners are the only operator running kayaking
expeditions in the National Park. With the help of an experienced
guide, we will paddle between the islands, camp on uninhabited islands
with glorious beaches and visit small stilted villages. We will have
the chance to swim and snorkel on the most stunning reefs as well as
explore the islands by foot.
The walk on Rinca to see the dragons – (very close up) – as well as buffalo, deer, monkeys and wild pigs – is an experience you won’t forget!
The walk on Rinca to see the dragons – (very close up) – as well as buffalo, deer, monkeys and wild pigs – is an experience you won’t forget!
This Komodo Kayaking expedition led by 'no roads' has a maximum group sizes of 10 people
Overview
If you crave adventure and remote places, want cultural immersion and like being in the outdoors, love a physical challenge but also cherish quiet times of relaxation, then our Kayaking Komodo expedition is for you.
You will be escorted around the Komodo National Park by one of our well trained kayaking guides who not only will give you pointers on how to kayak but also inform you on what you are experiencing on the trip.
Our objective is to visit the home of the mighty Komodo Dragon. The Komodo Dragon’s sheer size and power is unbelievable growing more than 3 metres in length and weighing over 150kg. Although they plod along at a leisurely pace, do not be fooled, when called for, the Dragon can run up to 30 kilometres an hour and strike at lightning speed. We will see a number of these magnificent animals at close range – an experience you will not forget.
The Komodo Dragon however is just one attraction of the park, you’ll also likely see buffalo, deer, monkeys and wild pigs. We will be visiting uninhabited islands, snorkelling in crystal clear water above pristine coral. The area boasts some of the best marine life on the planet, with dozens of reefs in which we will snorkel. We will visit sites where manta ray and turtle are common. We will visit caves and islands packed with flying fox as well as remote communities that live off the sea. Our nights will be spent beneath the stars on some uninhabited island.
If you crave adventure and remote places, want cultural immersion and like being in the outdoors, love a physical challenge but also cherish quiet times of relaxation, then our Kayaking Komodo expedition is for you.
You will be escorted around the Komodo National Park by one of our well trained kayaking guides who not only will give you pointers on how to kayak but also inform you on what you are experiencing on the trip.
Our objective is to visit the home of the mighty Komodo Dragon. The Komodo Dragon’s sheer size and power is unbelievable growing more than 3 metres in length and weighing over 150kg. Although they plod along at a leisurely pace, do not be fooled, when called for, the Dragon can run up to 30 kilometres an hour and strike at lightning speed. We will see a number of these magnificent animals at close range – an experience you will not forget.
The Komodo Dragon however is just one attraction of the park, you’ll also likely see buffalo, deer, monkeys and wild pigs. We will be visiting uninhabited islands, snorkelling in crystal clear water above pristine coral. The area boasts some of the best marine life on the planet, with dozens of reefs in which we will snorkel. We will visit sites where manta ray and turtle are common. We will visit caves and islands packed with flying fox as well as remote communities that live off the sea. Our nights will be spent beneath the stars on some uninhabited island.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Bali and transfer to hotel. We use a 3 ½ - 4 * hotel. Free time to relax - Overnight in Hotel.
Day 2
Fly Bali to Labuan Bajo. Arrive at Komodo Labuan Bajo airport (B). You will be met at the airport by one of our team members and taken to Bajo Komodo Eco Lodge. This afternoon you will meet with your Guide and then head off for a tour to the Mirror Stone Caves and if possible witness the famous Manggaraines traditional fighting dance (Caci Dance). Overnight in Hotel.
Day 3 Labuan Bajo – Kanawa Island (B)
Today we start paddling. But before we start our Guide will go through some safety issues and we will do a short practice paddle to ensure the kayaks are set up for individual needs. After lunchwe set out for our first destination, Kanawa Island approximately 2 hrs from the eco-lodge. Kanawa has small guest houses to accommodate us and a great walk up to the hill top for views over the park we will be paddling around. It is also home to some great coral reefs and fish populations so a spot of snorkeling is encouraged.
Day 4 Kanawa - Mangyatan Island – Tatawa Island (B, L, D)
After breakfast we will start SW towards Tatawa Island. On the way we may also stop on Mangyatan Island to snorkel in its pristine waters. We will set up camp here and have a chance to explore Tatawa’s peaks. There is simply no better place for a sunset than our campsite, with the sun falling behind the mountains of Komodo Island itself. Overnight on the beach in a tent.
Day 5 Tatawa – Wanilu (B,L,D)
Today really depends what the tide is doing, as we really need the current with us when paddling to Wanilu Island (not far away but a relatively long stretch of sea to cross). If all goes well we will track Tatawa’s western coast for a while and then if the current is with us, we may shoot off its tail towards the uninhabited Tengah Besar, a small island really in the middle of nowhere, awesome. We will then head to Wanilu Island – where we will set up camp
Day 6 Wainilu Island – Nusapimpe. (B, L, D)
Early morning we will rise and paddle to the Rinca Rangers Office to look for Komodo Dragons. Rinca (pronounced Rin – cha) is the best place in the park to see the Dragons as their numbers and density are quite large there. We will be shown around the park by a trained Ranger who will explain the eco-system, the Dragon’s habits, the life of other inhabitants on the island such as the Macaque, Buffalo, Deer, Tree snakes etc. After a drink at the Ranger’s Café we will start paddling north towards Nusapimpe off the coast of Rinca. Lunch, snorkeling and relaxing will be followed by a sunset paddle to a small mangrove island (Kaaba) inhabited by bats. This is a great sight with thousands of bats flying into the night sky for their evening meal. We will return to Nusapimpe to do the same.
Day 7 Nusapimpe - Labuan Bajo (B)
We head back to “civilization” with a 2.5 hr haul to the Eco Lodge. We will paddle along the Flores coast and observe village life from the water. Once back at the hotel we will clean up have lunch and relax. This is a great time to swim in the pool or get a massage. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8
Today we head inland towards the Cunca Wulang Waterfalls. After a hour drive we will start our short trek to a nearby village and then onto explore these great waterfalls. The falls themselves have gauged a large canyon out of the landscape leaving some great swimming holes behind. This day trip will give us another perspective of Flores life from it natural beauty to the people that live there. (B,L)
Day 9 Labuan Bajo – Bali (B)
We will have a bit of free time before we fly back to Bali today. We can have a swim at the Eco Lodge pool, go into town and walk around the harbour or just relax on the sprawling veranda overlooking the sea. You will be met at Bali airport by the hotel and taken there. You can either stay the night at the hotel or fly out to your next destination later that evening. Either way you will have a room available to yourselves at the hotel. Overnight Hotel
Day 10
End of Expedition – or why not check out some of our expedition extension ideas.
NB: the itinerary is subject to slight change due to weather and currents.
Day 1
Arrive in Bali and transfer to hotel. We use a 3 ½ - 4 * hotel. Free time to relax - Overnight in Hotel.
Day 2
Fly Bali to Labuan Bajo. Arrive at Komodo Labuan Bajo airport (B). You will be met at the airport by one of our team members and taken to Bajo Komodo Eco Lodge. This afternoon you will meet with your Guide and then head off for a tour to the Mirror Stone Caves and if possible witness the famous Manggaraines traditional fighting dance (Caci Dance). Overnight in Hotel.
Day 3 Labuan Bajo – Kanawa Island (B)
Today we start paddling. But before we start our Guide will go through some safety issues and we will do a short practice paddle to ensure the kayaks are set up for individual needs. After lunchwe set out for our first destination, Kanawa Island approximately 2 hrs from the eco-lodge. Kanawa has small guest houses to accommodate us and a great walk up to the hill top for views over the park we will be paddling around. It is also home to some great coral reefs and fish populations so a spot of snorkeling is encouraged.
Day 4 Kanawa - Mangyatan Island – Tatawa Island (B, L, D)
After breakfast we will start SW towards Tatawa Island. On the way we may also stop on Mangyatan Island to snorkel in its pristine waters. We will set up camp here and have a chance to explore Tatawa’s peaks. There is simply no better place for a sunset than our campsite, with the sun falling behind the mountains of Komodo Island itself. Overnight on the beach in a tent.
Day 5 Tatawa – Wanilu (B,L,D)
Today really depends what the tide is doing, as we really need the current with us when paddling to Wanilu Island (not far away but a relatively long stretch of sea to cross). If all goes well we will track Tatawa’s western coast for a while and then if the current is with us, we may shoot off its tail towards the uninhabited Tengah Besar, a small island really in the middle of nowhere, awesome. We will then head to Wanilu Island – where we will set up camp
Day 6 Wainilu Island – Nusapimpe. (B, L, D)
Early morning we will rise and paddle to the Rinca Rangers Office to look for Komodo Dragons. Rinca (pronounced Rin – cha) is the best place in the park to see the Dragons as their numbers and density are quite large there. We will be shown around the park by a trained Ranger who will explain the eco-system, the Dragon’s habits, the life of other inhabitants on the island such as the Macaque, Buffalo, Deer, Tree snakes etc. After a drink at the Ranger’s Café we will start paddling north towards Nusapimpe off the coast of Rinca. Lunch, snorkeling and relaxing will be followed by a sunset paddle to a small mangrove island (Kaaba) inhabited by bats. This is a great sight with thousands of bats flying into the night sky for their evening meal. We will return to Nusapimpe to do the same.
Day 7 Nusapimpe - Labuan Bajo (B)
We head back to “civilization” with a 2.5 hr haul to the Eco Lodge. We will paddle along the Flores coast and observe village life from the water. Once back at the hotel we will clean up have lunch and relax. This is a great time to swim in the pool or get a massage. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8
Today we head inland towards the Cunca Wulang Waterfalls. After a hour drive we will start our short trek to a nearby village and then onto explore these great waterfalls. The falls themselves have gauged a large canyon out of the landscape leaving some great swimming holes behind. This day trip will give us another perspective of Flores life from it natural beauty to the people that live there. (B,L)
Day 9 Labuan Bajo – Bali (B)
We will have a bit of free time before we fly back to Bali today. We can have a swim at the Eco Lodge pool, go into town and walk around the harbour or just relax on the sprawling veranda overlooking the sea. You will be met at Bali airport by the hotel and taken there. You can either stay the night at the hotel or fly out to your next destination later that evening. Either way you will have a room available to yourselves at the hotel. Overnight Hotel
Day 10
End of Expedition – or why not check out some of our expedition extension ideas.
NB: the itinerary is subject to slight change due to weather and currents.
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