About Komodo Island
Komodo Island is the largest island of Komodo National Park in Komodo District, West Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara. It is the natural habitat of the Komodo dragon, the world's largest living lizard. The island is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site established in 1991 and is known for its savanna-covered hills, dry forests, and surrounding marine biodiversity, including the famous Pink Beach (Pantai Merah).
Visitors guide
Visitors arrive by boat from Labuan Bajo and explore the island on guided trekking trails led by park rangers. The landscape consists of dry savanna hills, forest trails, and coastal beaches. Visitors can observe Komodo dragons in their natural habitat at designated viewing areas, visit Pink Beach for snorkeling and swimming, and enjoy viewpoints over the island's rugged terrain. All exploration is conducted on foot with a ranger.
Key highlights
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Natural habitat of the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis)
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Pink Beach (Pantai Merah) with pink-tinged sand and snorkeling waters
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Guided trekking trails through savanna and forest with ranger supervision
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Part of Komodo National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991
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Rich marine biodiversity for snorkeling and diving in surrounding waters
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Scenic dry hills and coastal viewpoints