Is there a Komodo Island boat trip from Ubud? There is no direct boat trip from Ubud to Komodo Island. However, to visit Komodo Island from Ubud, you must go from Ubud to Ngurah Rai Airport, Denpasar. And then a flight from Denpasar, Bali to Labuan Bajo.

A flight from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo will take approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. You can choose to depart in the morning or midday. Flights from Bali to Labuan Bajo frequently depart; they offer more than one daily schedule.

Ubud is a town in central Bali. It is a center for Balinese traditional dances and crafts. This town has several hotels, including homestays, villas, and star hotels. You can arrange a trip to Komodo from your hotel in Ubud. You need to make a reservation for the Komodo tour from Ubud.

Here are a few steps to join a Komodo Island Boat Trip from Ubud

A Komodo tour from Ubud, Bali, can be arranged with a few steps. Ubud is located in central Bali. The distance from Ubud to Ngurah Rai International Airport, Denpasar, is approximately 35 to 40 km. The travel time is based on the road traffic; typically, a journey can take 40 to 1 hour.

Here are a few steps to arrange a Komodo trip from Ubud:

1. Book a flight from Ngurah Rai Airport, Denpasar, Bali, to Komodo International Airport, Labuan Bajo. A flight from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo can take 1 hour and 10 minutes.
2. Pre-book a Komodo Island boat tour from Labuan Bajo. The choices are full-day tours, 2-day 1-night boat tours, 3-day 2 2-night Liveaboard, and 4D3N trips. You can book a private or a shared trip. It depends on your travel planning.
3. Arrange transport from Ubud to Ngurah Rai International Airport. You can use a car rental, taxi, Grab, or bus. The travel time will take approximately 40 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the road traffic.

Once arriving in Labuan Bajo, you can find street vendors for a Komodo boat tour in the main tourism area. However, if you pre-book your trip to Komodo with Komodo Touristic, you will have a pick-up from your hotel or airport in Labuan Bajo.

What Is the Best Time to Visit Komodo National Park?

The best time to visit Komodo National Park is generally considered during the dry season, between April to September. However, you can also try to go to some parts during the rainy season, between October to March.

April to June is recommended for visiting, as during this season, the sea is quite calm, lush greenery is abundant, and you have the best chance to spot Komodo Dragons. Meanwhile, July to September is the mating season for Komodo Dragons.

Here are the ideal times to visit:

• The rainy season. October to March is the best time to see Manta Rays.
• April to June is considered the best time to experience the calm sea and lush greenery, and it is the best chance to see Komodo Dragons.
• July to September. It is the best time to see Komodo Dragons mating. This is a peak season, a dry season, where most of the places in Komodo National Park are hot and dry.

How Many Days Should I Spend in Komodo?

The best recommended time to spend on Komodo Island is 3 days. A 3-day 2-night Komodo tour will allow you to experience 9 to 10 places. However, if you do not have enough time to spend on your holiday, you can join a day trip or a 2-day 1-night trip. It will allow you to see 6 places in Komodo National Park.

A four-day trip can be a good option for a leisure or diving trip. This will allow you to visit 12 to 14 places, including Padar, Gili Lawa, and Komodo Island. The trip can be arranged as a private option. This means you will hire a Komodo private boat from Labuan Bajo.

At least you spend 5 to 9 days, including the day of arrival from Bali and departure from Labuan Bajo. This will also allow you to experience staying in Labuan Bajo and explore this small town.

How Much Does It Cost to Go to Komodo Island from Ubud?

Compared to Bali and Lombok, the cost of living and traveling to Komodo Island is higher. The higher cost is due to distance and accessibility. The Komodo National Park is only accessible by a boat tour from Labuan Bajo. There is no flight or bus direct to Komodo. All you need to do is get on the flight from Bali or major cities in Indonesia to Labuan Bajo.

A Komodo Island boat trip from Ubud can cost from USD 200 to USD 800 per person for a shared or group tour. Meanwhile, if you book a private trip, you will pay more. The Komodo private trip can cost you USD 2000 to USD 10.000 for a Liveaboard 3 days and 2 nights, depending on the type of boat you book.

The shared tour or group tour departs every weekend from Labuan Bajo. There may be boat tours on other days, but only a few. The private tour departs every day, based on the boat's availability. This private trip to Komodo will allow you to explore more places and activities.

If you plan to visit Komodo Island, you can find a perfect package for the Komodo Island boat trip from Ubud. Visit and book your tour to Komodo at Komodo Tour packages from Labuan Bajo. You can choose various tours online and book them.

Top Places to Visit in Komodo National Park

The Komodo National Park is home to over 2000 Komodo dragons and many other wildlife. It also offers stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, and amazing underwater life, making it perfect for both leisure and diving activities.

The following are recommended places to visit for a leisure trip:

• Padar Island is located between Rinca and Komodo Island within the Komodo archipelago. It is the third-largest Island in Komodo National Park. The Island offers a spectacular view, perfect to spend for sunset and sunrise. Hiking to the viewpoint to enjoy this Island.
• Komodo Island is an island where the Komodo Dragons inhabit. Tourists are allowed to visit the island at any time throughout the year. Komodo Island is famous for its inhabitants of 5.700 giant lizards called Komodo Dragons. You will trek on the Island to find the Komodo and other wildlife.
• Rinca Island is located within Komodo National Park. It is an Island where the largest lizard, the Komodo Dragon, lives. Rinca is two hours by boat from Labuan Bajo. The island is home to Komodo Dragons and other wildlife. It also has a spectacular view. You can trek to the viewpoint and see the Komodo Dragons.
• Kalong Island is a small Island with exotic scenery located near Komodo Island. It is as popular as Flying Foxes Island due to a group of fruit bats that are inhabitants of the Island. Kalong is a mangrove Island, Locals call it Kalong, which means bat.
• Manta Point and Takamakassar are both places where you can spend your day on a Komodo Island boat trip. Manta Point is the best place to spot Manta Rays in Komodo National Park. Meanwhile, Taka Makassar is a tiny white sandbar where you can relax.
• Siaba Island is located within Komodo National Park. The Island is a perfect place for snorkeling and enjoying the beautiful coral gardens. It is also the best place to spot turtles.
• Manajrite Island is an Island located near Labuan Bajo. It is a perfect snorkeling spot with amazing coral gardens. The Island also offers a beautiful white sand beach.

• Kelor Island offers a stunning view of Rinca Island. The Island is also perfect for snorkeling and relaxing on the white sand beach. If you are lucky, you may find a baby shark on this Island.

You may visit our page Interesting Places to Visit in Komodo National Park if you want to see more recommended places to visit during your Komodo Island boat trip.