10 days
Specific Tour
20 people
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Explore Indonesia’s extraordinary marine life on our Bali Komodo Whale Shark Dive Liveaboard, a journey from Bali to Saleh Bay and Komodo, with a return to Bali. Discover whale sharks in Sumbawa’s Saleh Bay, dive among vibrant coral reefs, and explore Komodo’s dramatic island landscapes. Along the way, enjoy scenic sailing, comfortable onboard accommodation, and time to unwind between adventures. This unforgettable voyage combines whale shark encounters, Komodo diving, and island exploration in one remarkable escape.
Komodo National Park offers a remarkable mix of rugged hills, turquoise bays, and pristine beaches. Explore its spectacular island landscapes and discover why this destination attracts travelers from around the world.
Take in panoramic ocean views, walk across scenic hills, and enjoy the contrast between dry savannas and vibrant blue waters. Each island brings a different perspective on Indonesia’s natural beauty.
Continue your journey to Saleh Bay, a destination known for whale shark encounters. Here, you can experience the excitement of seeing these gentle giants in their natural environment.
Observe these magnificent marine animals and learn to appreciate their place in the ocean ecosystem. If conditions and local guidelines permit, you may have the opportunity to enter the water for a closer encounter. Always follow your guide’s instructions and responsible wildlife-viewing practices.
Start and finish your journey in Bali for a convenient way to explore destinations beyond the island. The trip connects Bali, Komodo National Park, and Saleh Bay in one extended ocean adventure.
Along the way, enjoy the changing scenery, spend time surrounded by nature, and experience the freedom of exploring Indonesia by sea.
This adventure suits travelers who want more than a typical Bali holiday. It offers a compelling choice for couples, friends, solo travelers, and nature enthusiasts who enjoy island exploration and marine wildlife.
If you want to discover Indonesia’s extraordinary landscapes and experience a memorable whale shark encounter, this journey brings both experiences together in one trip.
Ready to explore beyond Bali? Plan your Komodo and Saleh Bay adventure and discover Indonesia from a different perspective.
Board the boat at Benoa Harbour, Bali, between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM. After check-in, attend the boat and safety briefing, prepare your equipment, and settle into your cabin. Enjoy dinner on board before sailing overnight toward Moyo Island, off the coast of Sumbawa.
Diving: None
Begin your underwater adventure at Angel Reef, Moyo Island. Explore vibrant reefs filled with colorful reef fish, sponges, moray eels, nudibranchs, and other fascinating marine life. Later, cruise to Satonda Island for an exciting night dive before continuing overnight to Saleh Bay.
Diving: 3 dives
Spend the morning diving with whale sharks in Saleh Bay. Observe these magnificent animals in their natural environment while following responsible wildlife guidelines. Afterwards, sail toward Sangeang Volcano. Depending on the time available and local conditions, an additional dive around Satonda Island may be possible.
Diving: 2 dives
Discover Sangeang Island’s distinctive underwater landscape, known for its volcanic features, unusual marine life, pygmy seahorses, and rare nudibranchs. Later, continue to Gili Banta for a night dive at Gili Banta Bay or Stargazer Beach, where you may spot fascinating nocturnal creatures.
Diving: 4 dives
Explore the dive sites around Gili Lawa Laut before cruising through the Lintah Strait, an area known for clear waters, coral reefs, and rich marine biodiversity. End the day with a night dive near Komodo’s famous Pink Beach, where unusual crustaceans, frogfish, nudibranchs, and other small marine creatures await.
Diving: 4 dives
Start the day with a guided visit to Komodo National Park to see Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. Next, cruise south to Manta Alley, a well-known site for reef manta rays. After the manta dives, continue to Horseshoe Bay for a night dive at Torpedo Alley, a remarkable location for discovering unusual macro marine life.
Diving: 3 dives
Explore Cannibal Rock, a celebrated dive site with colorful corals, sponges, nudibranchs, frogfish, turtles, cuttlefish, and abundant reef fish. Between activities, enjoy the surrounding coastline, look for wildlife along the shore, and take time to explore the beaches. Depending on local conditions, you may also spot whales or dolphins in the bay.
Spend the day exploring the diverse dive sites of Lintah Strait, between Komodo Island and the neighboring islands of Rinca and Flores. Depending on the selected sites, look for manta rays, sharks, turtles, schooling fish, and colorful reef life. Possible dive locations include Batu Bolong, Takat Makassar, Tatawa Besar, Tatawa Kecil, Batu Tengah, and Siaba Kecil. Later, begin the overnight cruise toward Maumere.
Diving: 3 dives
Enjoy your final dives around the Maumere area. Depending on the conditions and the crew’s choice of dive sites, explore the waters around Pomana Kecil Island, Raja Island, or Pulau Besar. Take in the last underwater highlights of your journey before the trip comes to an end.
Diving: 2 dives
Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking. A transfer is scheduled for 8:00 AM to the airport or your local hotel, marking the end of your Bali-to-Komodo and Saleh Bay adventure.
Diving: None
The trip starts at Benoa Harbour in Bali, where check-in takes place between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Day 1. The journey ends in Maumere on Day 10, followed by a scheduled transfer at 8:00 AM. Please note that this itinerary does not return to Bali by boat.
The itinerary includes a morning of whale shark diving in Saleh Bay on Day 3. However, sightings depend on natural conditions. All encounters must follow local regulations and responsible wildlife guidelines.
This itinerary focuses on scuba diving and includes multiple dives throughout the journey. Please confirm the required certification and minimum experience level with the operator before booking. Non-diving participation may depend on availability and the operator’s policies.
The itinerary lists up to 25 dives across Days 2–9. The actual number may change due to weather, sea conditions, safety requirements, or itinerary adjustments.
The itinerary includes a guided visit to Komodo National Park on Day 6. You will have an opportunity to look for Komodo dragons with a local guide or ranger, although wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
The route offers opportunities to encounter whale sharks, manta rays, reef fish, turtles, nudibranchs, frogfish, and other marine species. The exact wildlife you see will depend on the dive sites and natural conditions.
Bring your swimwear, lightweight clothing, reef-appropriate footwear, sun protection, personal toiletries, and any required diving certification documents. If you use personal dive equipment, check with the operator about what you should bring and what the boat provides.
The trip includes overnight accommodation on board. Please check the package inclusions for confirmation of meals, drinking water, equipment, park fees, and other services before booking.
No. Whale sharks are wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed. The crew will follow local conditions and responsible wildlife-viewing practices when planning the encounter.
The captain may adjust the route, dive sites, or daily activities to protect everyone’s safety. Strong currents, rough seas, and other environmental conditions may affect the schedule.
A transfer is scheduled for 8:00 AM on Day 10 from the disembarkation point in Maumere to the airport or your local hotel. Confirm your flight schedule and transfer arrangements with the operator before departure.
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