Is there a ferry from Bali or Lombok to Komodo?

There is no public ferry that travels directly from Bali or Lombok to Komodo or Labuan Bajo. The distance is long and the sea conditions can be challenging, so regular ferries do not operate on this route. Many travellers assume there is a convenient ferry option, but it simply does not exist.

What does exist are multi day backpacker style cruises that sail from Lombok to Labuan Bajo. These are not the same as the comfortable phinisi cruises that start in Labuan Bajo. The Lombok boats are bigger and more basic because they must cross rougher waters. We offer these trips for guests who want a budget adventure, but they are very different from the luxury and mid range phinisi experience.

If you want the safest, smoothest, and most enjoyable way to reach Komodo, the best plan is always to fly into Labuan Bajo and join one of our curated cruises. If you want to know which route works best for your schedule, just contact us on WhatsApp and we can walk you through your options.