Below, you will find all the essential information regarding your 3-day, 2-night Komodo cruise, departing from and returning to Labuan Bajo (Flores). This includes details on the booking process, payment methods, practical information, terms and conditions, inclusions, and our cancellation policy.Please note: By completing your booking, you acknowledge that you have read all the information presented below and agree to the applicable terms and conditions.
- Complete the booking form.
- Reservation Request: Upon receipt of the completed form and a copy of your ID, we will request to reserve your spots.
- Confirmation: Once the spots are blocked, you will receive a confirmation along with the invoice and payment instructions.
- Note: Your spots are not guaranteed until you have received our confirmation that they are officially blocked for you.
- Payment Procedure:
- Deposit: A deposit of 30% or 50% of the total price (depending on the boat reserved) is required to confirm your cruise reservation.
- Balance: The remaining balance must be paid 14 days before the departure date.
- Last-Minute Bookings: For reservations made less than 14 days before departure, full payment is required at the time of booking.
- Finalization: Once your payment is received, we will finalize the reservation and send you the final booking confirmation with an updated invoice.
- Payment Deadline: The balance must be paid no later than 14 days before the cruise departure.
- Trip Preparation & Required Information:
- Pick-up location: Hotel in Labuan Bajo Center or arrival flight details.
- Return Drop-off: Hotel in Labuan Bajo Center or flight details (if already known).
- Food allergies and specific dietary requirements.
- Shoe size (applicable for certain boats only).
- Passport copies for all passengers for the ship manifest and port clearances.
To finalize your request, please return the completed form (received via email or WhatsApp) and include a copy of the primary booker’s identification.
Available Payment Options
| Payment Method | Additional Fees |
| Domestic Bank Transfer. Supported Currency : GBP, USD, EUR, AED, AUD, BGN, CAD, CHF, CZK, CNY, DKK, HKD, HUF, ILS, JPY, NOK, NZD, PLN*, RON, SEK, SGD, UGX, and ZAR | +1% Exchange Fee |
| Credit Card (EUR) / Apple Pay | +2% (Visa/Mastercard Fees + Exchange Fee) |
| International Transfer (IDR) to our Indonesian Bank Account | No additional fees from our side |
Exchange Rate: The IDR/EUR exchange rate used is the mid-market rate provided by Wise on the date the invoice is issued.
Understanding the Mid-Market Rate and Fees
All cruise payments must be settled in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). For clients who choose to pay using one of the transfer methods (Domestic Bank Transfer or Credit Card), the following fees are added to the total:
- Domesitc Bank Transfer: A 1% fee is added to the total booking amount to cover currency exchange costs associated with converting Euros into Indonesian Rupiah.
- Credit Card / Apple Pay (Euros): A total fee of 2% is applied. This includes 1.2% for Visa/Mastercard processing fees and 0.8% for the currency exchange and transfer costs to Indonesia.
- Shared boat with cabin accommodation
- Full Board: Includes 3 lunches, 2 breakfasts, and 2 dinners
- Unlimited mineral water, tea, and coffee
- Snorkeling equipment: Mask and snorkel (fins are provided on certain boats)
- Round-trip transportation within Labuan Bajo Center (Hotel, Airport, Port)
- English-speaking tour guide
- Photo and video documentation during the trip (a download link for the files will be provided after the cruise)
- Bath towels
- Life jackets
You can bring your own drinks (sodas and alcoholic beverages, as these are not included) and snacks to complement the meals provided during the cruise.
- Flight tickets
- Komodo National Park entrance fees
- Snacks, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Hotel accommodation in Labuan Bajo
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Drone usage fees
Komodo National Park entrance tickets are not included in the cruise booking price. They are an additional expense to be paid separately, on-site, on the day of your departure.
At the time of booking, an estimated price for these tickets will be provided. Please note that this amount is not contractual and is subject to change without notice by the relevant authorities, independently of Komodo Island Cruises or the boat operator.
As a general guide for 2025: The cost of tickets for a 3-day cruise typically ranges from Rp 550,000 to Rp 750,000 per person, depending on the specific boat and itinerary.
Transport is included only within the Labuan Bajo city center for both departure and arrival (Hotels and/or Airport). (Note: Areas such as Menjaga Bay and islands surrounding Labuan Bajo are not included).
If you are unsure whether your accommodation is within the free shuttle zone, please do not hesitate to ask us for verification. If your address is outside this zone, an additional fee will apply.
It is strongly advised to purchase adequate travel insurance before your arrival. It is your responsibility to ensure that your coverage is sufficient. Your insurance policy should cover, among other things:
- Cancellation fees on your part.
- Inability to participate in the cruise.
- Flight cancellations.
- Personal loss or theft.
- Medical expenses and emergency assistance, including repatriation to your country of residence in the event of an accident or illness.
Unexpected events can happen to anyone, and we highly recommend securing coverage to protect yourself. In the event of a last-minute emergency preventing your participation, you risk losing significant payments made toward flights, hotels, and the cruise. Travel insurance provides essential financial security and peace of mind when the unforeseen occurs.
Please provide the following information and documentation prior to the start of your cruise:
- Departure Point: Your hotel in Labuan Bajo or your arrival flight details.
- Return Drop-off: Your return hotel in Labuan Bajo or flight details.
- Documentation: Passport copies for all passengers.
- Dietary Needs: Any food allergies.
- Special Diets: Specific dietary requirements (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free).
- Equipment: Shoe sizes for snorkeling fins (applicable for certain boats only).
Cash Essentials
Please prepare cash for the following: (Estimated Rp 1,000,000 – Rp 1,500,000 per person)
- Komodo National Park Tickets: Budget approximately Rp 550,000 – Rp 750,000 per person.
- Tips: While not mandatory, gratuities are greatly appreciated. If you are satisfied with the service, a total tip of 5-10% is considered reasonable. Please note that tips for the boat crew and the guide/photographer are typically handled separately.
- Personal Expenses: Village locals on the various islands usually sell souvenirs, drinks, and snacks. If you plan on making any purchases, please bring cash with you during the excursions.
Departure
- Timing: The cruise departs and arrives between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
- Arrival by Flight: If arriving by plane on the morning of the cruise, your flight must land by 9:30 AM at the latest.
- Hotel Pick-up: If you are staying in Labuan Bajo the night before, a driver will collect you from your hotel between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
- Included Zones: Transport is included only within Labuan Bajo center (Hotels and/or Airport). Excludes: Menjaga Bay and islands surrounding Labuan Bajo.
- Required Details: Please provide the exact hotel name (or Google Maps pin) or your flight number and landing time.
Coordination: We will provide your driver’s phone number the evening before departure. Pick-up is generally scheduled between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Arrival (Return)
- Drop-off Location: If you are undecided on your drop-off point, you can confirm this directly on-site at the end of the cruise.
- Hotels: Included for Labuan Bajo center only.
- Flights: If flying out on the day the cruise ends, we recommend booking a flight from 2:00 PM onwards. Please consult us first if you intend to book a flight earlier than 2:00 PM.
Dietary Requirements
- Please specify if any passengers have food allergies or special diets (Vegetarian, Vegan, etc.).
- Kindly provide details for each specific passenger.
Communication
Stay Reachable: Ensure your phone number is active on WhatsApp. Useful contacts and information will be sent the day before, and the driver will contact you via WhatsApp on the day of departure.
Snorkeling Equipment (Fins)
Please provide the first name and corresponding shoe size for each passenger to ensure the correct fin sizes are available.
Arriving in Labuan Bajo the day before the cruise:
It is strongly recommended that passengers arrive in Labuan Bajo at least one day before the cruise. This ensures a smooth departure and avoids disruptions caused by potential flight delays or cancellations. If you are staying in Labuan Bajo the night before, a driver will pick you up from your hotel between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Arriving in Labuan Bajo on the day of the cruise:
Participants may also arrive on the same day as the trip, provided they are in Labuan Bajo and ready before 09:30 AM local time (WITA/GMT+8). Please note that we decline all responsibility in the event of flight cancellations or delays.
Taking a flight after the cruise:
For your return, it is advisable to book a flight from 02:00 PM (14:00) onwards. For any flight scheduled before 02:00 PM, please consult us in advance.Transport is included only within Labuan Bajo center for both departure and arrival (Hotel and/or Airport). (Not included: Menjaga Bay and islands surrounding Labuan Bajo).
Jakarta ➜ Labuan Bajo (Direct Flights)
- Garuda Indonesia
- Air Asia
- Batik Air
Denpasar (Bali) ➜ Labuan Bajo
- Garuda Indonesia
- Air Asia
- Batik Air
Surabaya ➜ Labuan Bajo
- Batik Air
- Super Air Jet
- Ayana Komodo
- Plataran Komodo Resort
- Local Collection
- Sudamala Resort Labuan Bajo
- La Prima Hotel
- Ta’Aktana Resort
- Bintang Flores
- Sylvia Resort
- Seaesta Hotel
- The Jayakarta
- Mohini Komodo Resort
- La Cecile
- Bajo Escape
- Passengers must immediately report any issues during the trip to the crew members or the tour guide.
- Prompt reporting allows the problem to be resolved while the trip is still underway.
- Any complaint regarding a lack of service during the trip must be reported immediately to the Cruise Director on board.
- The Cruise Director will endeavor to find an appropriate solution.
- Please note that claims filed after the cruise has ended will not be accepted.
- Noise: In addition to the main engine, all boats have 1 or 2 power generators to provide 24/7 electricity on board for cabin air conditioning, refrigerators, lights, etc.
- Consequently, all rooms on all boats are more or less exposed to engine or generator noise depending on their proximity.
- It is therefore advised that all passengers bring earplugs in case you are disturbed by the noise and vibrations on the boat.
During the high season, popular destinations such as Manta Point, Padar Island, Pink Beach, and Komodo Island can experience high visitor numbers. Komodo Island Cruises and the boat operator decline any responsibility for complaints related to heavy crowds at these locations.
Cash: Prepare Rp 1,000,000 – Rp 1,500,000 per person in cash.
Electronics:
- SIM card with internet (Telkomsel)
- Chargers
- Power bank
Clothing:
- Hiking sandals
- Change of clothes
- Swimwear
Accessories:
- Sunglasses
- Hat or cap
- Backpack
- Waterproof bag (dry bag)
Hygiene and Care:
- Sunscreen
- Toiletries: shower gel, shampoo
- Beach towel
- Wet wipes
- Personal medication
- Motion sickness medication
- Earplugs
- Sleep mask
Food:
- Personal snacks: biscuits, cakes
The itinerary and the program of visits and activities are provided for information purposes only.
The itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions, natural constraints, and operational or logistical requirements.
Sighting manta rays is not guaranteed, as it depends on the weather and sea conditions.
On the day of departure, the cruise guide will inform passengers of the final itinerary during the initial briefing.
During the cruise, the guide will take shots to document the trip (Photos and Videos using Camera, Drone, and GoPro). All photos and videos will be provided to you free of charge via a download link a few days after the end of the cruise.
If you could briefly share with us your impressions of the cruise, the boat, the cabin, the crew, and the service on board. Your remarks and comments will be very useful to us to further improve the cruise, and we will also post your comment on Komodo Island Cruises for future participants.
- Deposit of 30% or 50% of the total price (depending on the boat reserved) to confirm your cruise booking.
- Payment of the balance no later than 14 days before the cruise departure date.
- For bookings made less than 14 days before departure, payment of the total amount is required at the time of booking.
Any cancellation request must be made in writing and sent to the following email addresses: reservation.kic@gmail.com or lebaliblog.contact@gmail.com, or via WhatsApp.
Cancellation by the Passenger
In the event of cancellation by the passenger for any reason whatsoever, including cases of force majeure, cancellation fees will be charged according to the following conditions:
| Cancellation Date | Cancellation Fees |
| 14 days or more before the departure date | Equal to the deposit paid (30% or 50%) |
| Less than 14 days before the departure date | 100% of the total amount |
All bank charges related to the refund are the responsibility of the passenger and will be deducted from the total refund amount.
It is strongly advised to take out comprehensive travel insurance before your arrival. It is your responsibility to ensure that your coverage is adequate. The insurance must cover, among other things: cancellation fees on your part, inability to join the cruise, flight cancellations, loss of personal belongings, all medical and assistance expenses, including repatriation to your country of residence in the event of accident or illness.
Cancellation by the Cruise Provider
- Cancellations due to weather conditions or cases of force majeure entitle you to a full refund.
- Minimum Passenger Requirements: A minimum number of passengers is required for shared cruises. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the cruise requirements. In this case, an alternative boat will be offered with a similar cabin or an upgrade at no additional cost.
- If the proposed options are not suitable for you, a full refund will be provided.
Rescheduling by the Passenger
- Date changes are permitted no later than 1 month before the cruise departure date.
- The new date must be within 12 months of the original booking date.
The boat provides documentation (photos and videos) during the trip. Each participant agrees to be filmed and photographed, and the cruise operator reserves the right to use these images for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform us.
- Late Arrival or Absence: If the participant arrives late or is absent on the day of departure for any reason whatsoever, including cases of force majeure, the total booking amount is non-refundable, non-changeable, and non-transferable.
- Departure from the Group: The cruise operator declines all responsibility for any consequences caused by the participant if they choose to leave the group during the trip.
- Missed Meeting Points: If the participant fails to appear at the agreed-upon time and place during the trip, the participant will be responsible for all additional costs, and the missed itinerary will not be eligible for any recourse or refund.
- Flight Delays or Cancellations: The cruise operator declines all responsibility in the event of your flight being delayed or canceled. It is the responsibility of the passengers to ensure they arrive on time for the cruise departure. We strongly advise arriving in Labuan Bajo the day before and taking out travel insurance.
- Cancellation by the Operator: If a cruise is canceled by the cruise operator due to force majeure, passengers will receive a full refund.
- Passenger Inability to Attend: Conversely, if the cruise operates as scheduled but passengers are unable to participate due to force majeure, no refund will be possible.
- Recommendation: It is therefore strongly recommended that all passengers take out travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances.
Definition of Force Majeure
According to the laws and principles adopted in Indonesia, force majeure may include, but is not limited to, events occurring during the trip that are unpredictable, irresistible, uncontrollable, and where there is an inability to cope with unforeseen events and circumstances, such as:
- Natural Disasters: Including typhoons, storms, earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, volcanic eruptions, and landslides.
- Government Actions: Such as expropriation or requisition.
- Abnormal Social Events: Such as wars, armed conflicts, riots, and terrorist attacks.
The cruise operator and Komodo Island Cruises decline all responsibility and liability in the event of:
- Loss of personal belongings (luggage, cameras, bags, jewelry, etc.).
- Delays or cancellations of the sightseeing schedule and all events beyond the control of the cruise.
- Costs or losses resulting from delays caused by participants.
- Loss of boat equipment by participants; the replacement costs for such equipment shall be borne by the participant.
- Accidents or damages occurring during the cruise.
- Loss or delay of luggage by airlines, hotels, or other means of transport.
- Delay or cancellation of your flight.
- Negligence of participants resulting in personal injury.
The cruise reserves the right, in the event of force majeure or weather conditions, to modify the itinerary or the program to ensure the safety of passengers and the crew.
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Komodo Island Cruises reserves the right to correct any error, inaccuracy, or omission, or to change or update the content without prior notice to the participant. Furthermore, Komodo Island Cruises reserves the right to refuse or cancel any order or booking containing an error, inaccuracy, or omission, whether or not the order or booking has been submitted, confirmed, and/or your credit card has been charged. If the participant’s credit card has already been charged for the purchase and the order or booking is canceled due to an error, inaccuracy, or omission, Komodo Island Cruises will promptly issue a full refund.
Komodo Island Cruises acts solely as a booking agent for reservations made through its platform. Komodo Island Cruises has entered into agreements with cruise operators to ensure they do their utmost to satisfy our clients. This means that in the event of a potential issue with a booking, the cruise operator will seek to resolve the situation to the client’s satisfaction.
Komodo Island Cruises assumes no liability for misrepresentations, breaches of contract, breaches of statutory duty, or negligence by any of the cruise operators. This means that if you suffer personal injury, illness, or death as a result of an act or omission by a cruise operator (or its employees or agents), or if you have complaints regarding the quality of services provided, your sole right of recourse shall be against the independent third party that provided the service. Komodo Island Cruises shall in no way be held liable.
In the event of an issue, you must inform the cruise guide directly so that the crew can rectify the problem as quickly as possible; you must also inform Komodo Island Cruises as soon as possible. We encourage you to take photos and videos to support your claim. Should you seek recourse against the cruise organizer, Komodo Island Cruises will assist you as much as possible to reach an amicable agreement. However, the final decision rests with the cruise organizer. Komodo Island Cruises shall not be held liable for modifications, trip cancellations, losses, or damages suffered by you during the cruise, nor for any failure on the part of service providers listed on Komodo Island Cruises. Furthermore, Komodo Island Cruises is released from performing its obligations toward the client in the event of force majeure.
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