Guide to Komodo

Located in Indonesia’s Komodo National Park, Padar Island is known for its sweeping view over three bays divided by steep hills. Reached only by boat, the island offers several viewpoints after a climb of around 20 minutes. From above, the rugged ridges, differently coloured beaches and surrounding sea create an unforgettable landscape.

A liveaboard in Komodo National Park is a multi-day boat trip where you sleep, eat and sail from island to island. Departing from Labuan Bajo on Flores, it's a way to discover Komodo's landscapes, beaches and underwater world, as well as see the famous Komodo dragons in their natural habitat.

Pink Beach is one of the most unusual beaches in Indonesia's Komodo National Park. Its distinctive pink sand gets its colour from tiny fragments of red-pigmented marine organisms, including foraminifera, mixed with white sand. Surrounded by dry hills and turquoise water, it's also a lovely place for swimming and snorkelling.

Komodo National Park in Indonesia is one of the world's most iconic scuba diving destinations. This UNESCO World Heritage Site lies within the Coral Triangle, renowned for its marine biodiversity. Coral reefs, dramatic walls, rocky formations and drift dives make for incredibly varied underwater scenery. Manta rays, reef sharks, turtles and huge schools of fish are among the highlights. Famous dive sites include Batu Bolong, Manta Point and Castle Rock. Currents can be very strong, so while some sites suit beginners, others require experience.