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Bali to Komodo Boat Tour: 4D3N Sailing via Lombok & Benoa Departures

The best Bali to Komodo boat tour is a 4D3N sailing via Lombok aboard Lady Grace, from USD 1,365 (IDR 22.5M) per cabin for two. You sail east through Saleh Bay’s whale sharks to Komodo National Park.

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Saleh Bay whale sharksDay 2
USD 1,365
Per cabin, 2 guests
~USD 683
Per person, all meals
4D3N
Lombok to Labuan Bajo
Apr–Nov
Sailing season

Why Sail Instead of Fly

Flying Bali (DPS) to Labuan Bajo (LBJ) takes about one hour and costs roughly USD 60–120 each way. It is faster — no argument there. But the flight skips everything between Bali and Flores.

The volcanic coastline of Lombok, the empty islands of Sumbawa, Moyo and Satonda, and above all Saleh Bay, one of the few places on Earth where you can reliably swim beside whale sharks in calm, protected water.
A multi-day sailing turns the transfer itself into the holiday: three nights aboard a crewed boat with meals cooked on board, snorkeling stops nobody else reaches, and a slow-travel rhythm day-trippers never experience.
The honest trade-off: the sailing route needs four days you might not have, and crossings between islands can be rolly in shoulder season.
There is no same-day boat from Bali to Komodo. The sea distance is roughly 450 km — this is an expedition route, not a shuttle.

Day by Day

The 4D3N Bali to Komodo Route

Departures are staged from Lombok — a short, cheap 30–40 minute flight or fast boat from Bali — which keeps the sailing legs comfortable and puts Saleh Bay on the route at the right time of morning for whale sharks. On selected departure dates and for private charters, boarding from Benoa Harbour in Bali is possible; the Benoa option adds a longer first-day crossing of the Lombok Strait.

Day 1 Lombok

Lombok boarding & east coast sail

Pick-up from your Lombok hotel or the airport, welcome aboard Lady Grace, safety briefing, cabin check-in, then an afternoon sail along Lombok’s east coast. Dinner and first night on board as we cross toward Sumbawa.

Lombok east coast
Day 2 Saleh Bay

Saleh Bay whale sharks & Moyo Island

Early morning in Saleh Bay for the trip’s headline act: snorkeling alongside whale sharks that gather around local fishing platforms (optional activity, seasonal, guided by crew). Afternoon at Moyo Island’s waterfall or Satonda’s crater lake, then an overnight passage east.

Saleh Bay Moyo Island Satonda
Day 3 Sunrise

Komodo National Park

Sunrise arrival in the park. Trek Padar Island’s famous three-bay viewpoint, swim at Pink Beach, and meet Komodo dragons on a ranger-guided walk at Komodo or Rinca Island. Sunset among the flying foxes of Kalong Island.

Padar Pink Beach Komodo or Rinca Kalong
Day 4 Midday

Manta Point & Labuan Bajo

Morning snorkel at Manta Point drifting with reef manta rays, a final swim at Taka Makassar sandbar, then disembark in Labuan Bajo around midday — perfectly timed for afternoon flights back to Bali.

Manta Point Taka Makassar Labuan Bajo

The route ends in Labuan Bajo rather than looping back, which is exactly what you want: a one-hour flight returns you to Bali, and you have seen the entire island chain one way instead of retracing it.

Real 2026 Rates

Bali to Komodo Boat Tour Prices (USD First)

These are the actual rates from our booking system — the same 858-invoice dataset behind every price on this site.

Trip Duration Price (USD) Price (IDR) Basis
Lady Grace cabin (2 pax) 4D3N from USD 1,365 / cabin (≈ USD 683 pp) IDR 22,500,000 / cabin Lombok → Komodo → Labuan Bajo, incl. Saleh Bay whale shark option
Malca — open deck share trip 3D2N from USD 215 pp IDR 3,550,000 pp Labuan Bajo round trip (fly from Bali)
Ayvara — Master cabin share trip 3D2N from USD 515 pp IDR 8,500,000 pp Labuan Bajo round trip (fly from Bali)
Riley — private charter (4–9 pax) 3D2N from USD 3,940 / boat IDR 65,000,000–68,000,000 Labuan Bajo round trip (fly from Bali)
Bali–Labuan Bajo flight (for comparison) ~1 hour USD 60–120 each way ≈ IDR 1,000,000–2,000,000 DPS → LBJ

Komodo National Park entrance fees are paid separately at IDR 650,000 (~USD 40) per person and cover conservation, ranger guiding, and trekking permits. Booking terms are simple: 50% deposit confirms your cabin, balance due 14 days before departure.

Inclusions

What's Included on the Lady Grace 4D3N

Included

  • Private cabin with bedding for two, shared or en-suite bathroom depending on cabin category
  • All meals on board (breakfast, lunch, dinner), drinking water, tea and coffee
  • Snorkeling gear, guided whale shark session in Saleh Bay (seasonal), and all island landings
  • English-speaking crew and licensed park guiding within Komodo National Park
  • Hotel or airport pick-up at the departure point

Not Included

  • Komodo National Park fees (IDR 650,000 / ~USD 40 per person)
  • Flights to Lombok and back from Labuan Bajo
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Crew gratuities

If you would rather have the entire boat to yourselves, ask about a private charter — we operate everything from mid-range private boats to luxury phinisi.

Boat or Flight

Which Should You Choose?

After a decade arranging both, here is our plain-language rule of thumb.

What Matters Fly + 3D2N boat tour The 4D3N sailing
Days available Three to four days Five or more days
Cost Flight USD 60–120 each way, tour from USD 215 per person From USD 1,365 per cabin (~USD 683 per person, all meals)
Saleh Bay whale sharks Not possible Only possible on this route
What you see Padar, Pink Beach, dragons, Manta Point All of that, plus Moyo, Satonda and remote Sumbawa
Guests say Fast, spectacular, efficient "The best part of our whole Indonesia trip"
Seasickness risk Sheltered waters inside the park Open-water passage; tell us before booking if you are prone

Choose a day trip only as a last resort — our Komodo boat tour 1 day by speedboat starts from USD 90 (IDR 1,450,000) out of Labuan Bajo, but you will spend more time travelling than exploring compared with an overnight itinerary. One thing we will always say honestly: anyone selling a "Bali to Komodo day trip by boat" is selling a flight plus a Labuan Bajo speedboat, or something you do not want to be on.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Bali to Komodo boat tour cost?
The 4D3N Lady Grace sailing via Lombok costs from USD 1,365 (IDR 22.5M) per cabin for two guests — about USD 683 per person including all meals and activities. Komodo National Park fees add ~USD 40 (IDR 650,000) per person. Deposit is 50%, balance due 14 days before departure.
Is there a direct boat from Bali to Komodo Island?
There is no daily direct passenger boat. The practical sailing option is a multi-day expedition: our 4D3N Lady Grace route boards in Lombok (Benoa departures possible on selected dates) and sails via Saleh Bay to Komodo National Park, ending in Labuan Bajo where you fly one hour back to Bali.
Can I really swim with whale sharks on this route?
Yes — Saleh Bay in Sumbawa is on the Day 2 itinerary and hosts one of Indonesia's most reliable whale shark aggregations. Encounters are wild-animal dependent and seasonal (best April–November), but success rates in season are high. The swim is optional, crew-guided, and observed from the deck if you prefer to stay dry.
Is it better to fly from Bali or take the boat?
Flying DPS to Labuan Bajo takes one hour (~USD 60–120) and suits trips of 3–4 days combined with a 3D2N tour from USD 215 per person. The 4D3N sailing suits travellers with 5+ days who want whale sharks, Moyo, and Satonda — places the flight completely skips. We arrange both and advise honestly.
Who operates this Bali to Komodo boat tour?
Bali Komodo Boat Tour, operating Komodo journeys since 2015 as part of Komodo Luxury — a TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice winner in 2025 and 2026 with 858+ confirmed bookings and a 4.9/5 from 1,500+ verified guests across Google and TripAdvisor.
Who does this trip suit?
Couples, friends, and solo travellers who are comfortable with three nights on a boat and want a genuine small-ship expedition rather than a transfer. Cabins are sold per cabin (two guests). Families with children over six join regularly; the Saleh Bay whale shark swim is optional and can be enjoyed from the deck. If mobility is a concern or you are prone to seasickness, tell us before booking.

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