- Shared estimate from$380 / person
- Charter estimate from$895 / boat
- Compare 194 Boats
- View Itinerary
- prev
- next
Tour Overview
A Komodo tour of 2 days and 1 night gives you one night aboard a boat from Labuan Bajo. The islands, boarding time and return time depend on the selected vessel and written itinerary. Confirm the dragon island, Padar stop, snorkelling stops and harbour return before booking flights.
For the time trade-offs, compare Komodo trip durations and a day trip with an overnight liveaboard.
Compare Deluxe, Luxury and VVIP boats in this 2D1N catalog. 194 boats are listed for this route. Shared cabin reference estimates start at $380 per person per trip, and private charter reference estimates start at $895 per whole boat per trip. The current Deluxe 2D1N records are private-charter options; selecting Deluxe does not imply that a shared cabin is available.
Each card uses an active duration-matched rate record. Record dates, calculations and starting estimates do not confirm operator availability or the final package total. Compare your date, cabin, route, guest count, inclusions and park fees in a written quote.
Manta Point, Taka Makassar and a Komodo Island or Rinca visit depend on the boat’s itinerary and conditions. Ask for the named route rather than assuming that every short trip includes the same stops. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Read about boarding, tenders and beach landings to prepare for getting on and off the boat.
Park access is a separate cost unless the operator states otherwise. Arrange SiOra registration for each visitor and the confirmed visit plan before departure, and see “What the Park Costs” for the schedule and source date.
Compare the Komodo Tour 3 Days 2 Nights if you can spend another night aboard, or the Komodo Tour 4 Days 3 Nights for more time. Compare the full quote for each trip length; a shorter itinerary is not automatically cheaper than a different boat’s longer shared trip.
Quick Facts
- Tour typeOpen Trip, Private Trip, Custom Charter
- Duration2D1N
- Start pointLabuan Bajo Harbour, Flores. Boarding around 10:00 to 11:00 so the first stops are reached before the afternoon heat.
- End pointLabuan Bajo Harbour, Flores, on Day 2. Return times vary by vessel and itinerary, from late morning to evening. Confirm the selected operator's written timetable before arranging an onward flight.
- Meeting / pick-up pointLabuan Bajo Harbour, Flores. Komodo Airport (LBJ) or hotel pickup is included by most operators, with boarding late morning on Day 1.
- AccommodationOnboard - Cabin
- TransportationWooden Phinisi Boat, Luxury Phinisi
- Guide languagesEnglish, Indonesian
- DifficultyEasy
- Departure scheduleEveryday
- Minimum guests to depart2
- Maximum guests35
- Suitable forFamily, Couples, Solo Travelers, Digital Nomads
- From$380 per person
- Whole-boat charter$895 total
Boats On This Route
194 boats have active 2D1N package rows for this page. 4 boats offer shared packages from $380 per person per trip. 194 boats offer private charters from $895 per whole boat per trip. Every card uses that vessel's lowest active matching package price in USD. Confirm dates, availability and inclusions; park fees are separate unless explicitly included. These are catalog reference estimates unless a matching operator source supports the rate; the capture date alone does not confirm the quote or availability.
Compare all 194 boats
Compare boats
Labuan Bajo round trip · 2D1N
| Feature | Gaia LoveVVIP | Lalunia LiveaboardLuxury | SamambaiaVVIP | Arham Jaya 2Deluxe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | 2D1N shared reference from $560/ person2D1N charter reference from $12,320/ whole boatThis rate covers 1–22 guests | 2D1N shared reference from $380/ person2D1N charter reference from $1,300/ whole boatThis rate covers 1–10 guests | 2D1N shared reference from $676/ person2D1N charter reference from $9,464/ whole boatThis rate covers 1–14 guests | 2D1N charter reference from $895/ whole boat |
| Booking options | Shared or Private Charter | Shared or Private Charter | Shared or Private Charter | Private Charter |
| Departure | Confirm next departure | Confirm next departure | Confirm next departure | Confirm next departure |
| Guests / cabins | Up to 22 guests11 cabins | Up to 10 guests4 cabins | Up to 14 guests7 cabins | Up to 15 guests5 cabins |
| Cabin options | Balcony, Double, TwinView cabin details
| DoubleView cabin details
| Master, Double, TwinView cabin details
| Master, DoubleView cabin details
|
| Air conditioning | Not confirmed | AC in listed cabins | Not confirmed | AC cabinsIndividual controls |
| Bathroom | All cabins en-suite | All cabins en-suite | All cabins en-suite | All cabins en-suite |
| Park fees | Not confirmed | Not included | Not confirmed | Not included |
| Transfers | Not confirmed | Hotel pickup / drop-off listedConfirm pickup area and timings | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Operator | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| WiFi | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Hot shower in every cabin | Not confirmed | Yes | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Solo booking | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Cancellation | Not confirmedConfirm terms for this booking | Not confirmedConfirm terms for this booking | Not confirmedConfirm terms for this booking | Strict / Non-refundableConfirm terms for this booking |
Prices use the same trip-specific catalog records as the boat cards. Reference estimates are not a confirmed quote or availability. Vessel facilities and inclusions may vary by package; confirm your dates, cabin or group size, park fees, transfers and final written total with the operator.
Showing 20 of 194 boats.
Arham Jaya 2
Capacity5 cabins · up to 15 guests
Trip lengths2D1N
- All En-suite Cabins
- Private Balcony
- Paddleboard
Mikumba Dua
Capacity5 cabins · up to 10 guests
Trip lengths2D1N
- Selected En-suite Cabins
- Private Balcony
- Dive Setup
Dua Liveaboard
Capacity5 cabins · up to 15 guests
Trip lengths2D1N
- All En-suite Cabins
- Private Balcony
- Kayak
Lipra
Capacity5 cabins · up to 14 guests
Trip lengths2D1N
- All En-suite Cabins
- Private Balcony
- Paddleboard
Gallery
Day-by-Day at a Glance
- Day 1
- Day 2
Itinerary
Board at Labuan Bajo, Kelor and Menjerite, then Kalong at dusk
Pickup and boarding times depend on the selected vessel. Some operators board in the late morning, but a same-day flight from Bali only works when arrival and transfer times fit the confirmed departure schedule. Request the operator's written boarding time before arranging flights.
Kelor Island first, a steep grass hill with a fifteen-minute climb and clear water off the sandbar. Menjerite for snorkelling over shallow reef, then the boat repositions to Kalong for sunset, when thousands of flying foxes lift off the mangroves and cross the channel. Dinner is at anchor. This is the only evening you get, so it is worth staying on deck for.
Lunch, DinnerPadar at sunrise, Pink Beach, the dragons, and return to Labuan Bajo
The early one. The tender leaves for Padar in the dark so the ridge walk is finished before the day boats arrive from Labuan Bajo and before the heat. Forty minutes up at an unhurried pace, and the three-bay view at the top is the photograph the whole trip is built around. Breakfast is waiting when you get back.
Pink Beach next, where crushed red coral tints the sand and the reef starts a few metres out. Then the ranger-led dragon walk, on Rinca on most 2D1N itineraries because it is closer, on Komodo Island where the schedule allows. Visitor access should already be registered in SiOra and paid cashlessly before the park visit. The boat returns to Labuan Bajo on Day 2. Arrival varies by vessel and itinerary, from late morning to evening; the Akassa 2D1N charter returns in the evening. Use your selected operator's written timetable when arranging an onward flight, allowing time for transfers and airline check-in.
BreakfastWhat's Included
- IncludedHotel Pickup / Drop-off, Accommodation Onboard, Meals Onboard, Snacks, Coffee & Tea, Drinking Water, Snorkeling Equipment, Local Guide / Ranger
- Not includedKomodo National Park Entrance Fee, Ranger & Trekking Fee, Crew Gratuity, Dive Equipment Rental, Travel / Dive Insurance, Flights, Alcoholic Beverages, Personal Expenses
- Komodo National Park feeNot included
- What to bring
Bring the passport or Indonesian ID used for SiOra, a small soft bag, closed shoes with grip, head torch for an early landing, reef-safe sun protection, rash guard, dry bag, power bank and personal medication. Complete park registration before the trip; government guidance is to arrange access by H-1. Confirm the final dragon island, boarding time and included transfers before departure.
- CancellationModerate
- Policy detail
Terms are set by the operator, not by KomodoInsider, and the two booking models differ.
Open-trip cabins on this length are usually the most flexible product in the Komodo market: a deposit of 25 to 50 percent, balance due 7 to 30 days out, and a sliding forfeit close in. Short trips have short booking windows, so the practical risk is availability rather than penalty.
Private charter is stricter: 30 to 50 percent non-refundable once the date is held, with full forfeit inside the final window.
One thing specific to a 2D1N. There is no slack in the itinerary, so weather does not get absorbed — it gets subtracted. If the Padar landing is unsafe on the single morning available, the stop is gone rather than moved, and that is not usually a refundable event. On a longer trip the crew simply reorders the days. If Padar is the whole point of the trip for you, that risk is worth pricing.
- Notes
Park entrance and activities are separate unless the written quotation states otherwise. Register each visitor and the confirmed visit plan through SiOra before departure, complete cashless payment in advance, and see “What the Park Costs” for the current official schedule. Hotel or airport transfers and the exact meal plan vary by operator and should be confirmed. Diving is not assumed on this short itinerary unless specifically quoted.
Operator-declared. Specifications and rates on this page are provided by the operator and their booking agents, not independently inspected by KomodoInsider. Data verified through .
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2 day 1 night Komodo tour?
The 2D1N catalog reference estimates start at $380 per person per trip for shared cabins and $895 per whole boat per trip for private charter. Each card uses an active duration-matched rate record. These figures are not confirmed operator quotes or live availability. Confirm your boat, date, return time, cabin, inclusions and final total in writing.
Is 2 days 1 night enough for Komodo?
It is enough for the headline sights and not much else. You get Padar at sunrise, Pink Beach, the dragons and one evening at anchor. What you do not get is slack: one sunrise, one park day, and no second attempt at anything that the weather or the tide takes away.
If your dates genuinely allow only two days, it is a real trip and worth doing. If you are choosing it to save money, compare it against the Komodo Tour 3 Days 2 Nights first — the step up in price is smaller than the step up in what you see, because park fees and transfers do not double.
Do you see manta rays on a 2D1N Komodo tour?
Manta Point appears on some 2D1N itineraries and is absent from others. Ask the selected operator for the named boat route and planned snorkelling stops. Access depends on conditions and sightings are not guaranteed. Compare 3D2N if you want more time, but do not treat trip length alone as proof of a manta stop.
Do you visit Komodo Island or Rinca on this trip?
The dragon stop can be Komodo Island or Rinca depending on the selected boat and route. Confirm the named island, ranger-led visit and time ashore in the written itinerary before booking. Wildlife sightings remain subject to conditions.
What time does a 2D1N Komodo tour start and finish?
Departure and return times depend on the selected vessel and itinerary. Some 2D1N trips return to Labuan Bajo late morning on Day 2, while others return in the afternoon or evening. The Akassa 2D1N charter returns in the evening. Confirm boarding, return and transfer times with your operator in writing before booking connecting flights.
Can I do a 2D1N Komodo tour from Bali?
Yes. Fly from Denpasar to Labuan Bajo and join your selected vessel's 2D1N departure. A same-day inbound flight only works when its arrival and transfer time fit the operator's confirmed boarding schedule; arriving the day before gives you more margin. Return to Labuan Bajo is on Day 2, but the time varies from late morning to evening by vessel and itinerary. Do not assume a following-afternoon flight will fit: confirm the written return timetable and allow time for harbour-to-airport transfer and airline check-in.
Is private charter worth it on a 2D1N?
Private charter can suit a group that wants the whole boat, while a shared cabin can reduce the cost for one or two travellers. The current Deluxe 2D1N records are private-charter options. Compare reference estimates of $380 per person for shared cabins and $895 per whole boat for private charter, using the same date, route, inclusions and park-fee treatment.
What is the difference between 2D1N and 3D2N in Komodo?
3D2N adds one night aboard and more time for stops or changes to the sailing plan. The actual islands and snorkelling sites still depend on the selected boat. Compare both written itineraries and full quotes: a different boat’s 3D2N shared fare can be lower than a 2D1N option. See the Komodo Tour 3 Days 2 Nights and Komodo Tour 4 Days 3 Nights.
What the Park Costs
| What you pay | Amount | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Park entrance, foreign visitor | Rp 250,000 ≈ $14 | per person, per day The statutory Class I entrance rate. The 150% holiday rule applies to Indonesian visitor and student rates, not this foreign visitor rate. |
| Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, normal day | Rp 50,000 ≈ $3 | per person, per day The normal-day Class I entrance rate. |
| Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, holiday or collective leave | Rp 75,000 ≈ $4 | per person, per day 150% of the normal Indonesian visitor rate on the dates covered by the statutory holiday rule. |
| Indonesian student group, normal day | Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 | per person, per day For Indonesian student groups of at least five people. |
| Indonesian student group, holiday or collective leave | Rp 37,500 ≈ $2 | per person, per day 150% of the normal student-group rate; the minimum group size remains five. |
| Scuba diving activity | Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 | per diver, per day A separate activity charge in addition to the applicable entrance fee. |
| Motorised vessel entry | Rp 100,000–200,000 | per boat, per day Rp 100,000 for 40–100 HP, Rp 150,000 for 101–500 HP, and Rp 200,000 above 500 HP. |
| Drone use | Rp 2,000,000 ≈ $112 | per unit, per day A separate special-use charge. Complete the required SiOra/SIMAKSI process before travel. |
- SiOra is the park’s e-ticketing and SIMAKSI system. Reserve before travel; Ministry guidance recommends completing the reservation by H-1. An operator can assist, and self-service is available at the Komodo Visitor Center and KP3 terminal.
- Payment is cashless through the methods available in SiOra, including BRIVA or bank transfer and supported e-wallets. Keep the e-ticket and ensure the traveller details are correct.
- A 1,000-visitor daily quota has applied since 1 April 2026 to the main visitor islands and 23 dive sites. Availability therefore depends on the travel date and registered itinerary.
- The final SiOra total can include entrance, activity, vessel and special-use charges. Ask the handling operator for an itemised total before issuance.
- Official public guidance does not state one universal refund or rescheduling rule for every reservation. Confirm the current SiOra terms in writing before the ticket is issued, including treatment of weather disruption.
Statutory fees under Peraturan Pemerintah No. 36 Tahun 2024, in force since 30 October 2024. Verified 31 August 2026 against the official PP 36/2024 schedule, the Ministry of Forestry SiOra notice and the Ministry’s 2026 quota notice. Amounts are payable in rupiah; dollar figures are courtesy estimates converted at Rp 17,900 and rounded.
Verification & Booking Notes
- Verification status: Operator-declared.
- Last verified: 24 October 2026.
- Fleet basis: read from the current Tour to Liveaboard relationship and available boats listed for this Tour.
- Operator-declared safety detail: 127 of 194 listed boats publish both safety-equipment and navigation data; 54 list a life raft. Check the selected boat page before booking.
- Cancellation: Moderate policy; see What’s Included for the full terms.
- Guest reviews: No guest reviews yet. Be the first to add a review after your trip.
Verification notes use Komodo Insider records, official operator disclosures and government sources. Verify vessel-level safety, inclusions and operator terms before paying.
Who This Suits
Right for you if your dates are fixed by flights rather than by choice. This is the only Komodo overnight that slots between a morning arrival and an afternoon departure two days later, and it is why most people who book it book it.
Couples and solo travellers do well on open trips: 4 of the boats here sell single cabins. Small groups should price the charter before assuming the open trip is cheaper — on one night the whole-boat rate divides down further than it does on longer trips, and ten people often land near the per-person cabin rate with the itinerary under their own control.
Families fit, with one caveat: Day 2 starts in the dark. A pre-dawn tender and a forty-minute climb is a lot to ask of a young child on the only full day of the trip, and there is no rest day to absorb it.
Think again if the mantas are why you are coming. Karang Makassar is the first stop cut on this length and no operator can guarantee it, because it depends on the tide rather than the schedule. The Komodo Tour 3 Days 2 Nights is the shortest one that reliably includes it.
Also think again if you dive. One night leaves room for one dive at best, and the boats that run a real dive schedule are a different fleet on a different itinerary.
Cruise Areas
- Komodo
Activities
- Snorkeling
- Trekking
- Island Hopping
- Wildlife Watching
- Sunset Viewing
Location
East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
You May Also Be Interested In
Komodo Tour 4 Days 3 Nights from Labuan Bajo
Compare Deluxe, Luxury and VVIP boats for a 4D3N round trip from Labuan Bajo. Shared options include diving-focused trips; confirm the itinerary.
- 4D3N · 201 boats · Up to 35 guests
Shared from $448 per person
Charter from $2,685 per whole boat
Komodo Tour 3 Days 2 Nights
Compare Deluxe, Luxury and VVIP boats for a 3D2N round trip from Labuan Bajo, with shared cabins and private charters.
- 3D2N · 199 boats · Up to 35 guests
Shared from $180 per person
Charter from $1,790 per whole boat
Komodo One Day Trip
Shared speedboat seats and private phinisi charters from Labuan Bajo
- Full Day · 4 boats · Up to 28 guests
Shared from $90 per person
Charter from $3,050 per whole boat
Add a review