Wellenreng Itinerary
Komodo - 7N8 days / 7 nights
About Wellenreng
- Intimate and adventurous trips with a maximum of six guests onboard
- Kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling gear for use when the boat is anchored
- Teak interiors with traditional design, and plenty of room to relax
- Voyages in some of Indonesia’s most remote areas, known for marine their marine wildlife and uncrowded dive sites
Cruising Indonesia’s most stunning locations since 2011, Wellenreng liveaboard is run by one of the country’s best-established operators when it comes to small group expeditions and intimate adventures. This traditional sailing phinisi offers a wide variety of itineraries and cruises packed with unique experiences - above and below the waterline. Divers of all skill and comfort levels can make the most of their time, enjoying top-notch facilities and as much hands-on guiding and assistance as they prefer. And, Wellenreng’s low-key yet luxurious atmosphere with just six guests onboard is unique among multi-day safaris, creating the ideal environment to make truly cherished memories.
Itinerary details
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 22
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Required
Highlights
- Efficient circular route around the best dive sites in Komodo
- Meet Komodo’s iconic mantas on current-swept cleaning stations
- Marvel at the macro-critters of Padar
- Trek in search of the world's largest lizard, the Komodo dragon
- Hike Gili Lawa Darat
Day 1 – Labuan Bajo: Embarkation (1-2 dives)
We will meet you at the airport or your hotel and transfer to the harbour during the morning. Once onboard, you settle into your cabin, set up your dive gear, and join the welcome briefing. In the afternoon we will do a check dive and a night dive if possible.
Example dive sites: Sebayur Kecil
Day 2 – Central Komodo (4 Dives)
Central Komodo offers a mix of colourful hard-coral slopes, manta cleaning stations, and calm bays ideal for macro photography. Currents here can be moderate, bringing excellent visibility and large numbers of reef fish. It’s a very diverse area: from classic drift dives over acres of coral gardens to calm sandy bottoms. In the afternoon we will visit the famous Pink Beach.
Example dive sites: Tatawa Besar, Siaba Kecil, Manta Point, and Pink Beach (night).
Day 3 – South Komodo (3 dives) - Subject to weather conditions
Cooler waters in the south attract an impressive concentration of mantas and pelagic life. Temperatures often drop to 22–24°C, increasing fish density and bringing in large schools around the pinnacles. After the dives, the boat anchors near Padar Island for the famous late-afternoon hike to one of Indonesia’s most iconic viewpoints.
Example dive sites: Manta Alley x 2, Three Sisters
Day 4 – Central Komodo (4 dives)
This day in central Komodo blends action-packed reefs with slower, detail-focused dives. Batu Bolong brings its classic fish action, while nearby bays offer colourful corals and interesting critters.
Example dive sites: Batu Bolong, Tatawa Kecil, Police Corner, and Wainilu (night).
Day 5 – North Komodo (3 Dives)
Gili Lawa Laut is one of Komodo’s high-adrenaline areas, known for strong currents and dense marine life. Expect reef sharks, giant trevallies, schooling surgeonfish and the occasional dolphin or whale shark. Reef hooks are commonly used at the main sites. At sunset time, we’ll do a trek to the viewpoint of Gili Lawa Island
Example dive sites: Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, The Cauldron, Gili Lawa Darat
Day 6 – North + Central Komodo (4 Dives)
After the morning dives in the north, we return to central Komodo; this day combines iconic high-energy sites with more relaxed coral gardens. From the legendary Batu Bolong to calm bays full of critters, it’s a varied and rewarding day with excellent visibility and large numbers of reef fish.
Example dive sites: Crystal Rock, Golden Passage, Batu Bolong, and Siaba Besar.
Day 7 – Central Komodo (2 dives)
Two final morning dives offer beautiful reefs and one last chance to spot mantas. After diving, guests can join an optional short trek to see the Komodo dragons in Pulau Rinca and enjoy a sunset evening on the beach.
Example dive sites: Mawan, Pengah Kecil
Day 8 – Disembarkation: Labuan Bajo
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to the beautiful Wellenreng and her crew. We’ll arrange your transfer to the airport or your hotel in Labuanbajo.
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
09:00am
Labuan Bajo
Labuan Bajo Airport: LBJ
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