[Sold Out] 8D7N Komodo Adventure of a Lifetime

Discover Komodo’s unseen side, while helping protect what makes it special.

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Group size

Up to 9 guests

DURATION

8 days 7 nights

Booking type

Join-in trip

MEET UP

Free pick-up

Group size

Up to 9 guests

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See a deeper side of Komodo that 99% of travellers miss
Most travellers go to the Komodo islands for the boat trip and do the same itinerary as everyone else. But there's so much more to Komodo. If you're the kind of traveller who wants to go deeper, wants to see what really makes a place tick - this Seek Sophie exclusive trip is for you.During this trip, you'll still see the icons like Padar Island, Pink Beach and the Komodo dragons, but with fewer crowds. You’ll also spend time in places most itineraries don’t include. At Gili Lawa you'll see a hidden savannah viewpoint that is more gorgeous than Padar Island. In Kerora Village, you’ll see how a small, community-run yellow boat programme gets kids to school each day. You’ll take part in coral planting and see how local initiatives are trying to restore reefs that tourism has impacted.Other than the Komodo boat trip, you'll also hike to Wae Rebo a UNESCO village in the clouds, which cannot be reached by cars. Here you'll get to meet with the village elders, learn their traditions and see the most incredible starry night view. It is reminder of a simpler bygone time.To wrap up the trip, we have one of our favourite experiences - a farm-to-table tribal private dining experience. Your host spent years learning from different tribes across Flores, and at her home you’ll walk through her garden, learn about medicinal herbs, and share a simple wood-fired tribal meal made from what’s grown around you (even the tea is brewed from pineapple peels as part of her zero-waste ethos).This 8D7N experience will change how you see not just Komodo, but the world around you.What Makes a Seek Sophie Community Trip Special? We've been to Komodo 25+ times and no one knows Komodo better than us. We wanted to design a trip for curious travellers like us - travellers who don't just want to tick off a bucket list, who want to go much deeper. We planned every tiny detail of this trip for months. What are the existing Komodo itineraries missing? What are the truly special people who are re-imagining Manggarrai culture and cuisines? How do we make sure our travel gives back in a meaningful way to Komodo? This trip is honestly the most special way you can ever experience Komodo. And when we say once-in-a-lifetime, we really mean it - because we may not run this again! Accommodation Details (7 Nights Provided) Hotel in Labuan Bajo You'll be staying in a one of the nicest and vibey-est in Labuan Bajo. Rooms will either be a double room (meaning you will be sharing a queen sized bed) or a twin room (two single beds). We do have 2 private room spots available.Guesthouse in Wae Rebo village: Please note that this is an authentic and simple village stay. There are no private rooms, so everyone will sleep together in one big room, with a traditional mattress. The village has no hot showers, so be prepared for a refreshing cold-water experience, which is all part of the unique adventure of staying in this remote highland village.Komodo Boat (Days 4-7):Please note that there are 2 upper deck and 3 lower deck rooms. Each room has a queen sized bed, so if you are booking this adventure as a solo traveller, you will be rooming and sharing a bed with someone else of the same gender.Upgrade to upper deck room – there are 2 upper deck rooms on the boat, available as an add on for an upgrade to upper deck roomUpgrade to private room – there are 2 private cabin spots.MealsDay 1 (Arrival in Labuan Bajo):Dinner (included)Day 2-3 (Wae Rebo village hike and stay):A packed breakfast before starting your Wae Rebo adventure (included)During your stay, breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be home-cooked by the villagers (included)Day 4-7 (Komodo Boat Trip & Tribal Feast experience):All meals are included, except breakfast on Day 4 (pastries will be served onboard)Day 8 (R&R day)Breakfast not included (to settle own breakfast at hotel)Lunch not includedFlights & TransportNOT included: Flights to and from Labuan Bajo (LBJ)Included: All on-ground transportArrival: We recommend arriving at Labuan Bajo (LBJ) before 6 PM on 14 May so that you have time to settle in and meet your fellow travellers at the welcome dinner.Departure: On the last day (21 May), you can book your flight at a time convenient for you at any time from Labuan Bajo (LBJ) – do take into account that there will be two airport drop offs, one around noon and the second at around 4pm.For departing flights to Singapore, there is an evening direct flight around 6.15 PM, and around 01.30/02:55 PM (note: this might vary).For departing flights to Kuala Lumpur, there is an afternoon direct flight around 02:55 PMTravel InsurancePlease purchase your own travel insuranceFitness LevelGetting to Wae Rebo village requires a 2–3 hour trek, which is manageable if you’re in good physical condition.Important Things To NoteWeather and sea conditions may cause slight changes to the itinerary, but your safety will always come firstNot included: personal expenses, tips, Komodo National Park entrance fees (IDR 1.4 million for 4 days of sailing trip)- please bring sufficient cash for thisMost rooms are shared. We’ll group guests by the same gender. We do have 2 slots that can be booked for private room (see add-on section); please note that even with the private room slot, the sleeping arrangement in Wae Rebo (1 night) is in a shared setting as there are no private rooms available. Cancellation PolicyWe understand that plans can change. Here’s our policy for this trip:Cancel before 15 Feb - 70% refundCancel before 15 Mar - 50% refundNo refund after 15 MarA 3% cancellation fee applies. During checkout, you will see a notice stating that cancellations are not allowed. Please disregard that and refer to this policy instead!

Experience highlights

Honestly the best Komodo trip

See what 99% of travellers miss

Includes a 4D3N luxury Komodo boat trip

Insider access to hidden spots

Starlit BBQ dinner on a private beach

Coral planting at Pempe Island

Extra hidden snorkelling spots

Padar Island at sunset (rare!)

See Komodo Dragons

Lounge on pink beach

Snorkel with manta rays

See local life at Kerora Island

Lesser-known island treks

Stay in Wae Rebo, remote UNESCO village

Yummy farm-to-table tribal dinner feast

Includes 7 nights accommodation

Includes private photographer

Meet like-minded travellers

What You’ll be Doing

Day 1:

Arrival in Labuan Bajo, hotel check-in & welcome dinner with fellow travellers

Day 2:

Hike & stay in Waerebo, a hidden village in Flores

Day 3:

Village breakfast, discover local coffee, trek to Denge, return to Labuan Bajo hotel

Day 4:

Visit Kerora village, snorkel & coral plant at Pempe, sunset & bats at Kalong Island

Day 5:

Sunrise trek, snorkelling with Manta Rays, Padar Island sunset hike & dinner onboard

Day 6:

Pink Beach snorkelling, Komodo dragons, Turtles and BBQ dinner

Day 7:

Snorkelling, tribal feast with garden tour

Day 8:

R&R on your last day

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What’s Included

All accommodations for 7 nights (3 nights in a hotel in Labuan Bajo, 1 night at Wae Rebo village, 3 nights onboard the Komodo boat)

Refer to the itinerary description for meal inclusions

All transfers between experiences

Dedicated local guide for the boat trip and Wae Rebo trip, also an amazing photographer!

English Speaking Seek Sophie Host

Snorkeling gear

Life jackets available onboard

All experiences mentioned

Transfers from and to the airport

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Who you’re supporting

Community Champion

Wildlife Protector

Women-led Wonder

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Where You’ll Sleep

Boutique Hotel - Double/Twin Room

Night 1

Wae Rebo UNESCO Village

Night 2

Boutique Hotel - Double/Twin Room

Night 3

Additional Information

Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from Airport in Labuan Bajo(Komodo International Airport, Indonesia)

05:20pm
Notes: Please let us know your flight time, and we will contact you for the detail of pickup and drop off

End Point

End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

05:20PM on Day 1 - 04:00PM on Day 8

Suitability / Accessibility

Vegetarian food available
Halal food available
Recommended Age: 18+

Cancellation & other policies

Cancellation
To secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.
Extenuating Circumstances Policy
Cancel before 15 Feb - 70% refund Cancel before 15 Mar - 50% refund No refund after 15 Mar A 3% cancellation fee applies, and refunds will be issued according to this timeline. Important Note: During checkout, you will see a notice stating that cancellations are not allowed. Please disregard that and refer to this policy instead!

What to Pack

Extra clothes
Flip flops
Hat
Sunblock
Swimwear
Towel
Trekking shoes
Warm clothes for the highlands (Wae Rebo can get chilly at night)

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Meet your host

Hi, we're Seek Sophie :) We created Community Trips because we’re always on the ground meeting cool people, hearing local stories, and stumbling onto hidden spots. At some point we thought: why not use all that insider knowledge to create the dream trip we’d show our own friends? Think of Community Trips as a Seek Sophie omakase. We get to go a little wild with our ideas, bring you to places that aren’t usually open to the public, add the thoughtful touches we’ve always dreamt of, and make it feel genuinely special for you. Every trip also gives back, so your adventure makes a direct impact on the communities and environments you visit. We’ve loved crafting these trips for you, and we can’t wait to explore with you :)

Experience: 8 years

Speaks: Fluent English

Acceptance rate: 100%