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Depart From Lombok to Komodo Island end Labuan Bajo

Beginning your Komodo tour from Lombok means your journey will include one of the most talked-about destinations on this route: Saleh Bay in Sumbawa, where travelers may have the opportunity to swim with whale sharks.

For many guests, this is a once-in-a-lifetime highlight  encountering the world’s largest fish in open water is an unforgettable experience.

However, it is also important to understand that this activity can be sensitive for some travelers. Certain guests feel uncomfortable with wildlife interactions, particularly in areas where local fishermen may attract whale sharks to specific locations.

If swimming with whale sharks is something you’ve always dreamed of, the Lombok departure may be ideal for you.
If you are highly sensitive about wildlife ethics or prefer a completely natural marine route without that interaction, you should consider this carefully before deciding.

Understanding this difference helps you avoid future disappointment.

Komodo Tour Depart Labuan Bajo End Lombok Island

A Komodo tour departing from Labuan Bajo to Komodo Island, Passed Sumbawa Island and finish in Lombok Using the same boat, same operator that do Komodo Tour From Lombok. Almost all tour operator typically begins in the afternoon. Guests board the boat, spend the first night onboard, and wake up to one of the most iconic moments in Indonesia,  sunrise at Padar Hill.

This route feels different from the Lombok departure.

While the Lombok route highlights whale sharks, the Labuan Bajo departure offers a more natural sequence of landscapes and inland exploration. The itinerary often includes:

• Scenic trekking viewpoints at Padar

• Visit Satonda Island to see the Lake and Waterfalls

• Classic Komodo National Park highlights

For travelers who prefer a route focused on landscapes, trekking, and varied island scenery, without the whale shark element, this option may feel more aligned with their expectations.