10 Day Indonesia Charter Itinerary - Bali to Labuan Bajo

The first is Moyo, an island dominated by jungle and forest terrain. Time spent on Moyo Island is worth every second as you explore the dense expanse of the jungle to see wildlife, from wild pigs and barking deer to a vast array of birds. Adventuring further into the wilderness reaps great rewards as there is a stunning waterfall hidden in the depths of the trees. Cool off from the warm climate and enjoy peace and tranquility before heading back to the shore to move on to Satonda Island.

The highlight of Satonda Island is the crater lake. Created by a volcanic eruption in 1815, the lake is a constant reminder of one of the most significant eruptions in history. Popular for picnics and watersports, the impeccably still waters act like mirrors as you gaze into the deep crater.

While in the vicinity of Satonda Island, you can also witness the uncommon sight of thousands of bats coming out to have their nightly outing. Eating a fresh supper on board your decking as you watch the bats will mark an exciting end to your first day at sea.

The waters around the Gili Islands are full of impressive dive sites suitable for all levels of diving experience and offer opportunities to see some unusual species of marine life as well as some multicolored coral gardens. The most popular dive sites to see are The Passage, Lighthouse and Crystal Rock. Schools of fish are just the tip of the wildlife iceberg while diving here so save your energy to see as many of the dives as possible.

Saving time for Gili Lawa Darat, use some of that reserved energy for the big climb up the raised elevations. Taking a late supper picnic with you, the trek is worth it as you witness the incredible sunset with a glass of something bubbly and an undisturbed panoramic view of the surrounding area.    

Starting in the idyllic waters around Rinca’s coast, your first stop for the day is the Cannibal Rock. One of the most popular dive sites in the area, Cannibal Rock is home to many small marine creatures, such as seahorses and nudibranchs. In addition to the vast array of marine life, there is also a stunning collection of corals to match the vibrant inhabitants. While on the waters, take your tender for a short ride around the area to see some towering rock formations at the water’s edge.

Moving on to drier activities, your main port of call in South Rinca is to visit the famous Horse Shoe Bay. Well known for being home to the native Komodo dragons, spending time at this bay will allow you to watch some fascinating creatures patrolling their territory. Dense forest clouds the background of Horse Shoe Bay and is home to more wildlife, including wild pigs, deer and monkeys.

To end an exciting day of watching wildlife in their natural habitat, climb the raised elevations to enjoy a unique, panoramic view of the Indonesian sunset.

Diving in the waters surrounded by schools of fish and other small critters is exciting enough in this part of the world, but being in the presence of manta rays is something else. Indulging in the crisp waters around the Komodo coast, you will see manta rays everywhere you look. Getting up close, the manta ray will be dancing around you as you take some unforgettable underwater photographs. With the beautiful corals as a backdrop, this will be an experience you won’t forget.

With your swim with a manta ray as a topic for conversation, your afternoon will be spent on the almost deserted beaches of southwest Komodo. Beachcombing, swimming, sleeping and exploring the soft sands at your own pace, you can make the most of the idyllic location and afterwards cool off in one of the coves along the rock faces.