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Kenawa Island
A peaceful, uninhabited island with crystal-clear turquoise water, bright white sand, and a small hill with panoramic views. Perfect for relaxing, swimming, drone photography, and enjoying the natural beauty of Sumbawa.
Whale Shark TourPrivate
2D/1N [Private] Sumbawa Whale Shark Encounter
- Duration: 2 Days
- Tour Type: Private
- Pickup & Dropoff: Lombok
- Stay: Alffiah Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast
Spots often sell out. Places are limited. Check availability here.
Overview
The 2D/1N Sumbawa Whale Shark Trip is ideal for travelers who want a short but complete adventure from Lombok. Begin with a visit to Kenawa Island — one of Sumbawa’s most photogenic destinations — before heading to Labuan Jambu, the whale-shark harbor. Staying overnight near the departure point ensures the earliest access to whale sharks during calm seas and soft morning light.
Highlights
- Visit Kenawa Island, famous for its white sand and panoramic views
- Stay overnight at the harbor for early whale-shark access
- Snorkel with gentle whale sharks at sunrise
- Travel with private car, private boat, and expert guide
- Snorkeling equipment + GoPro included
- Simple breakfast served on the whale-shark boat
- Includes all transportation and entry fees
This is the easiest and most efficient whale shark tour from Lombok.
Tour Features
- Duration: 2 Days
- Tour Type: Private
- Pickup & Dropoff: Lombok
- Stay: Alffiah Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast
Hotel Info
Overnight stay at Alffiah Hotel (or similar class depending on availability).
- Private trip: 2 people per room
Car Size
2–4 people: medium car
5–10 people: minibus
Vehicles are modern, clean, and air-conditioned.
Additional Costs
Guests only need to pay for personal expenses (snacks, drinks, souvenirs).
No hidden fees.
Destinations & Highlights
Whale Shark Point
One of Indonesia’s safest and most consistent locations for whale shark encounters. Early-morning departures guarantee calm conditions and excellent visibility.
Labuan Jambu
The base for all whale-shark activities in Sumbawa. Staying overnight ensures you are among the first to reach the whale sharks in the morning.
Who Is This Trip For?
This tour is perfect for:
- Travelers with limited time
- Couples & small groups
- Wildlife lovers
- Anyone who wants a simple, comfortable whale shark experience
- Guests looking for a short adventure combining landscapes and ocean encounters
- Travelers adding whale sharks before or after a Komodo tour
What to Bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Light clothing
- Sandals or water shoes
- Sunscreen
- Camera / GoPro (GoPro also provided)
- Small backpack
- Motion sickness tablets (optional)
Important Notes
- Whale shark sightings are very consistent but never 100% guaranteed
- Weather may change the order of activities
- Snorkeling requires basic swimming ability
Itinerary
1Day 1: Lombok ➜ Kenawa Island ➜ Labuan Jambu
- Pickup from your hotel in Lombok and drive to Kayangan Port.
- Ferry crossing from Lombok to Poto Tano, Sumbawa.
- Board a traditional wooden boat and travel to Kenawa Island.
Enjoy lunch, swimming, or a short hill hike for incredible photos. - Return from Kenawa and travel across Sumbawa to Labuan Jambu, the whale-shark harbor. Enjoy scenic coastal landscapes along the way.
- Dinner and hotel check-in. Free evening to rest before the morning whale-shark activity.
2Day 2: Whale Sharks ➜ Return to Lombok
- Private boat ride from Labuan Jambu to whale-shark point.
Simple breakfast served on the boat. - Snorkeling with whale sharks — calm water, soft light, and a high chance of encounters.
- Return to the harbor and back to your hotel.
- Shower, relax, and prepare for check-out.
- Drive back to Kayangan Port with a lunch stop along the way.
- Ferry crossing to Lombok and private drop-off at your hotel.
Trip completed.
- Private boat ride from Labuan Jambu to whale-shark point.
What's Included
Included
- Private car during the entire trip
- Guide
- Ferry tickets
- Private wooden boat to Kenawa Island
- Private boat to Whale Sharks
- Snorkeling equipment
- GoPro + cameraman
- Simple breakfast on the whale-shark boat
- 1-night hotel room (Labuan Jambu)
- Entrance fees for all destinations
Excluded
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
- Insurance
Meet Your Guides
Our Crew
Our crew has countless hours of experience navigating the waters around Komodo! We're fun, friendly, and the best crew in Labuan Bajo!
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Deni & Irwan
Deni & Irwan are best friends since they were children. Deni is from Central Lombok, and has a wife and wonderful family. Deni loves fishing and playing volleyball. He is one of our lead guides here at Lombok-Indonesia.org and spends most of his time in Labuan Bajo managing our international customers.
Irwan is from West Lombok. He has a loving family who are farmers of durian & fruit trees. He likes surfing, traveling and playing billiards. He is also lead guide here at Lombok-Indonesia.org and manages the technical planning of our boat tours.
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Edgar & Fandy
Edgar is from Labuan Bajo, and is “Mr. Labuan Bajo”. He knows everyone in the town and is known for his cool vibe! He is a surfer and DJ. He has been a tour guide for over 5 years and knows anything and everything about the Komodo Island tours.
Fandy is from Labuan Bajo. He loves to travel and professional photography. He is married and has 2 wonderful children. He has been guiding tourists to Komodo for over 10 years, and knows everything about the area.
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Captain Amar
Captain Amar is from Riung Island. He really loves spear fishing. He has been part of boat crews in Komodo since 2012. He has been a captain for over 10 years, and knows everything about piloting ships.
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- Duration: 3 Days
- Tour Type: Private
- Stay: Grand Samota & Alffiah Hotel
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Tour Price: US$191 pp (USD)
- Duration: 2 Days
- Tour Type: Shared
- Stay: Alffiah Hotel
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