Komodo Tour From Cruise Ship: Complete Shore Excursion Guide
Planning a Komodo tour from your cruise ship? This guide provides everything you need to ensure a smooth and memorable port call. You’ll learn how tender operations work, the best activities available during a short stop, and essential tips for booking the right tour. Whether you want ranger-guided Komodo dragon trekking or Pink Beach snorkeling, this page helps you make the most of your limited time on Komodo Island. For longer adventures, explore our Komodo tour packages departing from Labuan Bajo.
Shore Excursion Packages for Cruise Ship Passengers
Many international cruise lines — including Holland America Line, Regent Seven Seas, and Oceania Cruises — include Komodo Island as a port call. Booking a reliable Komodo shore excursion allows you to:
- See world-famous Komodo dragons with licensed park rangers.
- Visit Pink Beach and snorkel in its clear, vibrant waters.
- Maximize your limited port time through a punctual operator familiar with cruise ship tender schedules.
Komodo tour from Cruise Ship overview
Stepping ashore on Komodo Island offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You’ll follow the island’s rugged savanna trails with certified guides and rangers who ensure safety while giving insights into the wildlife. During the trek, it’s common to see Komodo dragons, tropical birds, and wild deer in their natural environment. Because the routes are designed to match cruise ship schedules, the excursion remains safe, informative, and memorable for nature lovers and photographers alike. Below is the Komodo tour from Cruise Ship activities overview.
1. Komodo Dragon Trekking (1.5 – 2.5 Hours)
- Tender transfer from your cruise ship to Komodo Island’s jetty.
- Our guide greets you upon arrival at the Loh Liang entrance.
- The guide and Komodo National Park rangers deliver a short safety briefing.
- Begin a guided walk to see Komodo dragons and observe other wildlife in their natural surroundings.
- Return to the jetty for your tender transfer back to the ship.
Komodo Dragon Trekking (Price Inclusions)
✅ Price Included
- • Licensed English Speaking Guide
- • Komodo Island Park & Ranger Fees
- • Bottle Waters & Soft Drinks
❌ Price Excluded
- • Travel insurance
- • Personal Gratuity
- • Personal Expenses
2. Komodo Dragon Trekking + Pink Beach Snorkeling (4 – 5 Hours)
- Tender transfer from the cruise ship to Komodo Island’s jetty.
- Meet your guide at the Loh Liang gate.
- Receive a brief safety orientation before the trek begins.
- Enjoy a guided walk to observe Komodo dragons and other wildlife.
- Continue by boat to the iconic Pink Beach.
- Relax, swim, and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Pink Beach.
- Return to the jetty for your tender ride back to the cruise ship.
Komodo Dragon Trekking + Pink Beach Snorkeling (Price Inclusions)
✅ Price Included
- • Licensed English Speaking Guide
- • Komodo Island Park & Ranger Fees
- • Snorkeling tickets
- • Boat to Pink Beach
- • Lunch Box
- • Bottle Waters & Soft Drinks
- • Snorkeling Gears (Goggle & Fins)
❌ Price Excluded
- • Travel insurance
- • Personal Gratuity
- • Personal Expenses
Komodo Island Cruise Ship Schedule 2026
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Oceania Regatta | 9 Jan 2026 | 10:00am - 18:00pm |
| Seven Seas Navigator | 11 Jan 2026 | 07:00am - 14:00pm |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Nova | 7 Feb 2026 | 08:00am - 18:00pm |
| Oceania Riviera | 19 Feb 2026 | 08:00am - 14:00pm |
| Oceania Riviera | 23 Feb 2026 | 11:00am - 17:00pm |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Serenity | 15 Mar 2026 | 09:00am - 17:00pm |
| Volendam | 19 Mar 2026 | Confirm with Cruise Line |
| Seven Seas Mariner | 22 Mar 2026 | 10:00am - 19:00pm |
| Seabourn Sojourn | 27 Mar 2026 | Confirm with Cruise Line |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Oceania Riviera | 14 Apr 2026 | 10:00am - 16:00pm |
| Seven Seas Navigator | 16 Apr 2026 | 07:00am - 17:00pm |
| Oceania Vista | 21 Apr 2026 | 10:00am - 18:00pm |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Oceania Riviera | 15 Nov 2026 | 09:00am - 16:00pm |
| Oceania Riviera | 20 Nov 2026 | 08:00am - 15:00pm |
| Silver Moon | 21 Nov 2026 | 13:00pm - 19:00pm |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Seven Seas Explorer | 5 Dec 2026 | 08:30am - 15:00pm |
| Oceania Riviera | 28 Dec 2026 | 07:00am - 18:00pm |
Cruise Ship Schedule 2027
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Oceania Nautica | 19 Jan 2027 | 10:00am - 18:00pm |
| Westerdam | 25 Jan 2027 | Confirm with Cruise Line |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Europa 2 | 1 Feb 2027 | 07:00am - 13:00pm |
| Seven Seas Explorer | 13 Feb 2027 | 08:00am - 17:00pm |
| Paul Gauguin | 15 Feb 2027 | 06:00am - 18:00pm |
| Amera | 27 Feb 2027 | 12:00pm - 18:00pm |
| Silver Moon | 27 Feb 2027 | 07:00am - 13:30pm |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Artania | 6 Mar 2027 | 07:00am - 15:00pm |
| Oceania Vista | 11 Mar 2027 | 08:00am - 16:00pm |
| Oceania Riviera | 18 Mar 2027 | 10:00am - 18:00pm |
| Paul Gauguin | 25 Mar 2027 | 07:00am - 17:00pm |
| Seven Seas Splendor | 27 Mar 2027 | 10:00am - 18:00pm |
| Crystal Serenity | 30 Mar 2027 | 09:00am - 17:00pm |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Seven Seas Mariner | 9 Dec 2026 | 11:00am - 18:00pm |
Schedule 2028
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Seven Seas Explorer | 19 Jan 2028 | 08:00am - 16:00pm |
| - | - | - |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Oceania Vista | 4 Feb 2028 | 07:00am - 14:00pm |
| - | - | - |
| Ship / Line | Date | ETA/ETD (Local Time) |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Moon | 10 Mar 2028 | 08:00am - 18:00pm |
| Seven Seas Splendor | 18 Mar 2028 | 07:00am - 16:00pm |
| Seven Seas Splendor | 18 Mar 2028 | 09:00am - 17:00pm |
FAQ — Komodo island shore excursion
How to book a Komodo Island shore excursion?
Send us an inquiry via email phinisilabuanbajo@gmail.com and request for recommended activities based on your cruise ship ETA/ETD.
How to confirm your booking?
Send us your cruise ship name, cabin/room number and passport copies. A 25% deposit is required to issue your Confirmation Letter.
Do I need a Confirmation Letter?
Yes, a Confirmation Letter is required to join this tour. Otherwise, the cruise ship security will not allow you to take the tender to Komodo Island.
What is a Confirmation Letter?
A Confirmation Letter is an official document issued by an authorized local tour operator to verify that you have a registered tour arrangement inside Komodo National Park. Cruise ship security will usually require passengers to show this letter before allowing them to board the tender boat. This ensures that every guest who goes ashore is properly registered, accompanied by certified guides and rangers, and follows the park’s safety regulations.