Why Choose a Komodo Liveaboard?
A liveaboard maximises your time in the water. While day-trip boats return to Labuan Bajo each night, a liveaboard anchors inside the national park — letting you dive at dawn on Batu Bolong, snorkel Manta Point at peak tide, and watch the sunset from Padar Island without a time limit. You cover twice the territory with none of the commute.
The fleet operates under Komodo Luxury standards — phinisi vessels with en-suite cabins, dive compressors, camera rinse tanks, sun deck, and an on-board chef. Both open (shared) and private liveaboard configurations are available.
What a Komodo Liveaboard Includes
- Cabin accommodation on board for every night of the cruise
- Full board — all meals and non-alcoholic beverages
- 3–4 dives per day (with certified dive guide and tanks)
- Snorkeling equipment for non-divers
- Komodo National Park entry, conservation and ranger fees
- Guided Komodo dragon trek on Komodo or Rinca Island
- English-speaking dive guide and naturalist guide
Optional extra cost: nitrox fills, dive equipment rental (BCD, regulator, wetsuit), dive certification courses, alcoholic beverages.
Liveaboard Pricing 2026
| Duration | Price per Person (shared boat) | Key Dive Sites |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Nights / 4 Days | From USD 350/person | Batu Bolong, Manta Point, Pink Beach, Crystal Rock |
| 4 Nights / 5 Days | From USD 480/person | Above + Tatawa Besar, Gili Lawa, Kalong Island |
| 5 Nights / 6 Days | From USD 600/person | Full north + south Komodo National Park circuit |
Rates assume twin-share cabin. Solo supplement on request. Private full-boat liveaboard also available — see private charter options or contact us for a group quote.
Top Liveaboard Dive Sites in Komodo
- Batu Bolong — vertical reef wall, schooling fish, white-tip sharks; the most iconic site
- Manta Point — manta ray cleaning station; best April–October for reliable sightings
- Crystal Rock — submarine pinnacle with strong currents; drift diving, reef sharks
- Tatawa Besar — gentle slope with sea turtles; good for mixed snorkel-dive groups
- Gili Lawa Darat — calm bay, sunset hike on adjacent hill, night dive option
Best Time to Join a Komodo Liveaboard
The dry season (April–November) brings the best visibility (20–30 m) and calmer seas. July–August is peak liveaboard demand — book at least 6–8 weeks ahead. Manta season overlaps April–October. The wet season (December–March) offers lower prices and smaller crowds but can include choppier overnight passages.
Bali to Labuan Bajo: Getting There
Fly from Bali (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) — daily flights on Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air, and Wings Air take approximately 45–60 minutes. One-way fares typically range from USD 50 to USD 100; book 4–8 weeks ahead for best prices. See our full cost guide for a complete trip budget breakdown.
Book Your Komodo Liveaboard
Check departure schedules and cabin availability by contacting us via WhatsApp. Provide your preferred dates, number of guests, and whether you are a certified diver. We will confirm the vessel, itinerary, and pricing within 24 hours. Full booking process details here.