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Carpe Diem Phinisi

Carpe Diem Phinisi Itinerary

Komodo National Park (LBJ) 5N

6 days / 5 nights

About Carpe Diem Phinisi

  • Fabulous Phinisi vessel designed for intimate cruises of up to ten guests
  • Adventurous trips well-suited to families and groups of like-minded friends
  • Enjoy full gear rental and fabulous watersports free of charge
  • Meticulously designed aesthetics for a beautiful, warm ambiance

Carpe Diem Phinisi is a well-appointed phinisi liveaboard offering year-round cruises exploring Raja Ampat, Komodo, Bali, and Lombok. Designed and operated for exciting yet intimate itineraries, Carpe Diem is a perfect choice for guests looking for personalised service and bespoke itineraries at an affordable price. This beautiful boat represents the fulfilment of long held ambitions and the start of great adventures. So hop on board and get ready to explore, dream, and discover.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 6 days / 5 nights
Number of dives 13
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 20 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Circular itinerary diving the best of Komodo National Park
  • Hike Padar Island for stunning views over the bays
  • Strong currents with manta rays, sharks, and more
  • Ranger-guided hike to find Komodo dragons on Rinca Island
  • Night dives included in the schedule
Day 1:
Labuan Bajo: Airport pick up in the morning. In Sabolan, check dive and night dive.

Days 2-5:
Sebayor, Tatawa Besar, Gili Lawa: Diving in Sebayor, Tatawa Besar, Gili Lawa. These sites offer healthy coral with a variety of colours. Sunset trekking.

Central Komodo: 4 dives Tatawa Kecil, Mawan, Shotgun.

Batu Bolong, Karang Makassar, Padar: Diving in Batu Bolong and Karang Makassar. Those are the highlights of Komodo with a lot of different fish and maybe manta rays. Afternoon dive in Padar. Sunset on the pink beach in Padar.

Manta Alley, Loh Sera: 2 dives in Manta Alley. This site offers a high probability of seeing manta rays. Afternoon dive in Loh Sera.

South Rinca: 4 dives in the south of Rinca.

Siaba, Penga, Loh Buaya, Kelor: Diving in Siaba and Penga. Afternoon, see the dragons in Loh Buaya's ranger station. Evening at Kelor island.

Day 6: 
Sail back to Labuan Bajo. Airport transfer at noon.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.

Transfer details

Departure

12:00pm

Labuan Bajo

Labuan Bajo Airport: LBJ

Return

12:00pm

Labuan Bajo

Labuan Bajo Airport: LBJ

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/carpe-diem-phinisi/itn-2311200213441-komodo-national-park-lbj-5n