Labuan Bajo to Pink Beach Komodo \u2014 Complete Boat Guide

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Labuan Bajo to Pink Beach Komodo \u2014 Boat Options, Time & Cost

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Labuan Bajo is the gateway to Pink Beach Komodo. All visitors must first reach this small fishing city on Flores, then take a boat across the waters of Komodo National Park. Here’s the complete guide to getting from Labuan Bajo harbor to Pink Beach.

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Distance: Labuan Bajo to Pink Beach

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  • Distance: Approximately 40km by sea (nautical distance varies by route)
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  • Travel time by speedboat: 2 hours (depending on sea conditions)
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  • Travel time by phinisi/traditional boat: 4\u20135 hours
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  • Liveaboard route: Often via Padar Island (5\u20137 hours sailing overnight)
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  • Direction: Northeast from Labuan Bajo harbor
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Boat Options from Labuan Bajo to Pink Beach

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\u2b50 Private Speedboat Charter

Full-day private boat for your group. Depart flexible time. Pink Beach + Komodo dragon trek + extra snorkel spots.

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IDR 2.5M\u20134M
per boat/day (2\u20138 pax)
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\ud83e\udd1d Shared Open Trip Boat

Join a group. Depart 6\u20137am from harbor. Fixed itinerary: Pink Beach + Komodo dragons. Min 10 people required.

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IDR 350K\u2013600K
per person
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\u26f5 Phinisi Liveaboard

Traditional wooden yacht. Depart afternoon day 1, arrive Pink Beach morning day 2 fresh and first. Best experience.

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USD 200\u2013600
per person/night
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Labuan Bajo Harbor \u2014 What to Know

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  • Main harbor: Pelabuhan Labuan Bajo \u2014 walk from town center (~5 min)
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  • Boat departure time: 6am\u20137am for day trips (early to avoid afternoon chop)
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  • Booking boats at harbor: Possible but book through operator for guaranteed safety standards
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  • Touts: Many approach at harbor \u2014 use pre-booked tours for best value and safety
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  • Transfer from airport: Taxi IDR 70,000\u2013100,000 (~20 min)
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  • Accommodation near harbor: Many guesthouses on Jl. Soekarno Hatta
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Pre-Book Your Labuan Bajo to Pink Beach Boat

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Avoid the harbor touts and guaranteed quality boats, licensed crew, and park permits sorted

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