Komodo Dragon in Indonesia

The Komodo Dragon in Indonesia is an endemic animal species. It is the world's largest lizard, reaching up to 3 meters in length and weighing 100kg.  Komodo Dragon, known as the predator that dominates the ecosystem in the Islands of East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.

When was the Komodo Dragon found?

The local residents have known this animal for centuries. However, there was no official scientific recognition. The Komodo Dragon was first documented by Western science (Lieutenant Steyn Van Hensbroek) in 1910.

In 2012, the scientific recognition was officially published. It identifies the species as the new monitor lizard, Varanus Komodoensis.

Where does the Komodo Dragon Live?

Komodo Dragon lives in the Lesser Sunda Island Archipelago of Eastern Indonesia. The primary habitat is in Komodo National Park, specifically on Rinca, Motang, and Komodo Island.

The Komodo Dragons are confined to Komodo National Park and are not found elsewhere around the world. They inhabit tropical savannas and generally prefer hot and dry lowlands.

Why should you see the Komodo Dragons?

Visiting Komodo National Park offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the world's largest lizard in their natural habitat. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Komodo National Park offers an unforgettable adventure, including seeing the Komodo Dragon, experiencing the world-class diving, beautiful beaches, and hiking for spectacular views.

Here are the reasons why you should see the Komodo Dragons:

• Exclusively a wildlife encounter. The Komodo Dragon is only found in the wild in Komodo National Park. Specifically in Rinca, Komodo Island, and Motang Island. Up-close look at the Komodo Dragon that has survived for millions of years.
• Natural habit observation. You can see the Komodo Dragon roam, bask in the sun, and hunt in their natural environment
• Thrilling adventure. A visit to Komodo usually includes trekking to scenic spots on Rinca and Komodo Island, experiencing the amazing marine life, and enjoying Pink Beach.
• Komodo Dragon has a unique behavior. They are a venomous apex predator capable of taking down large prey.

How to Get There?

To get to Komodo National Park, you must first travel to Labuan Bajo on Flores Island. There are several ways to get to Labuan Bajo from major cities in Indonesia. You can get on an airplane or a boat.

Komodo Island is only accessible by a boat tour from Labuan Bajo. The typical boat tours are speedboats and Phinisi boats.

Here are a few steps to get to Komodo Island:

• Fly to Labuan Bajo from Bali. A flight from Bali to Labuan Bajo will take about 1 hour 1nd 10 minutes.
• Fly from Jakarta to Labuan Bajo. A flight from Jakarta to Labuan Bajo takes about 2 1/2 hours.
• Ferry from Bali or Lombok. This way will include a bus from Lombok via Sumbawa Island. And ferry from Sape to Labuan Bajo.

Once you arrive in Labuan Bajo, you can join the boat tour to Komodo Island. There are options of boat tours to join, a speedboat or a Phinisi boat.

Where to Book a trip to Komodo?

Dite Tour is one of the online travel agencies that offers day tours and multi-day tours to Komodo National Park. We offer comfortable boats, private and shared tours.

A shared Komodo tour by Phinisi boat departs on Monday and Friday. Meanwhile, a private Komodo tour offers a daily departure.

Booking a trip to Komodo with Dite Tour is a personalized, time-saving, secure way, and no extra cost. We offer top-rated and exclusive boat tours to Komodo.