Komodo Guides
Practical guides to planning a Komodo trip, written against the same fleet and park data that powers our directory, and rechecked whenever park rules or conditions move.
Compare Komodo speedboats and phinisi liveaboards by trip format, cabin or seating, transfers, route pace and the actual boat.
18 October 2026 edition: the report describes 221 Komodo-tagged directory records among 225 listings. The 169-record summary belongs to 24 September, not this edition. The dated CSV is currently unavailable, so its rows have not been independently reproduced.
Expect useful connectivity in Labuan Bajo and uncertain connectivity as the boat moves through Komodo National Park. Mobile coverage, a vessel’s onboard Wi-Fi and emergency radio are three different systems. A boat advertised with satellite internet may deliver guest messaging while still being unable to guarantee uninterrupted calls or an office work session. Before your […]
A cautious, source-backed guide to blue-ringed octopus reports, identification and safe observation in Komodo.
Build a realistic Komodo trip budget from the correct boat price unit, official park charges, flights, hotels, transfers and extras.
A diver-friendly guide to frogfish camouflage, hunting behaviour, habitat and responsible spotting in Komodo.
Where to find ATMs in Labuan Bajo, when to carry rupiah, what card fees to check, and how park payments differ from daily spending.
How divers and snorkellers can distinguish reef and oceanic manta rays without competing with the Manta Point destination guide.
A decision guide to Komodo macro diving, from habitat and site selection to critter expectations and responsible photography.
A practical introduction to Komodo nudibranchs, their habitats, identification limits and responsible macro photography.