Komodo National Park & Sumbawa Whalesharks

Seven Seas · Indonesia · 11 Days / 10 Nights

Duration
11 Days / 10 Nights
Embarkation
Labuan Bajo
Disembarkation
Sumbawa Besar

About this route

This itinerary explores the dynamic currents and vibrant coral reefs of Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its biodiversity and home to the Komodo dragon. As the journey progresses east, divers will encounter the volcanic seascapes of Sangeang and the expansive Saleh Bay, offering prime opportunities for encounters with whale sharks. Expect a diverse range of diving experiences, from drift dives teeming with pelagic life to calmer reef exploration, with conditions generally clear and warm. This route presents a unique blend of iconic Komodo diving and the chance to witness the gentle giants of Sumbawa.

Day-by-day plan

  1. Day 1: Embarkation

    Labuan Bajo

    Guests board Seven Seas in Labuan Bajo during the late afternoon. After settling in, a briefing prepares guests for the diving ahead.

  2. Day 2: Sebayur

    Guests ease into Komodo conditions with a check dive and two additional dives at Sebayur.

  3. Day 3: North Komodo

    Day three brings exhilarating high-current pinnacle diving in North Komodo. Divers explore the fantastic dive sites of Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, and The Cauldron.

  4. Day 4: Central Komodo

    Day 4 brings guests to Central Komodo for manta drift dives.

  5. Day 5: South Komodo

    Guests explore the waters of South Komodo with three dives, including one memorable dive at Manta Alley. The highlight is a cleaning station for mantas.

  6. Day 6: Horseshoe Bay

    Day six brings guests to Horseshoe Bay for incredible diving. Divers explore Cannibal Rock, Yellow Wall, and Torpedo Alley, enjoying critter and wall diving.

  7. Day 7: Banta Island

    Guests enjoy excellent pinnacles and pelagics in three memorable dives at Banta Island. Divers explore the sites of GPS Point, K2, and Roller Coaster.

  8. Day 8: Sangeang Volcano

    Day eight brings guests to Sangeang Volcano for Bubbles dives and muck. Divers explore the dive sites of Hot Rocks and Bontoh.

  9. Day 9: Saleh Bay

    Guests enjoy whale shark snorkel sessions at the bagans in Saleh Bay.

  10. Day 10: Saleh Bay

    Divers enjoy their second full day of whale shark encounters in Saleh Bay.

  11. Day 11: Disembarkation

    Sumbawa Besar

    Disembark from the Seven Seas in Sumbawa Besar after a final breakfast onboard.

Upcoming departures

  • 2028-08-05 – 2028-08-15from 6,550 USDBook

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