Komodo 1-day itinerary

Begin your day at Komodo early to beat the crowds and catch the best light. The area is most atmospheric in the morning when the air is cool and the landscape catches the first golden rays. Take time to explore the main highlights and capture photographs in the soft morning light. This is the most rewarding time to visit.

Spend the afternoon exploring further afield. Follow the trails deeper into the landscape for more secluded viewpoints and quieter corners. Grab lunch at a local eatery for authentic flavours and budget-friendly prices.

If you're on a liveaboard, dinner is served on deck as the boat anchors for the night — often freshly caught fish grilled by the crew. Day-trippers return to Labuan Bajo by late afternoon, where the waterfront is lined with seafood restaurants. Made in Italy, La Cucina, and the rooftop bars along Jalan Soekarno-Hatta serve excellent grilled fish, squid, and prawns with cold Bintang beers as the sun sets over the harbour.