Komodo Island is not well known among ordinary people. Yet, those who are unaware of this location do not know that they are missing out on a magnificent place where natural beauty reigns supreme. Lately, more and more people are deciding to spend their holidays on Komodo Island, to visit the various points of interest in the area. Here is an overview of Komodo Island, with info on where it is, when to go and what to see.
Informed travel: useful info
Inhabitants: about 2,000
Capital: Komodo
Languages: Indonesian
Local currency: Indonesian Rupee (€1.00= IDR 16,112.44)
Climate: tropical with high and sultry temperatures
Vaccinations: no vaccination required
Entry requirements: Passport, return ticket
Distance from Italy: 12,053 km (16 -19 flight hours)
Location
Komodo Island is located in Indonesia. Geographically, therefore, this territory falls within the Asian continent. From an administrative point of view, however, Komodo is part of the province of East Nusa Tenggara, which is also linked to the Indonesian nation.
How to get there
From Milan or Rome: there is no flight to Komodo Island. To get there, one must arrive in Bali, i.e. the capital of Indonesia. From there, it is then necessary to take an internal flight operated by Garuda Airlines to reach the island. There are flights from Rome and Milan with stopovers in the direction of Bali, operated by companies such as Emirates, Turkish Airlines or Qatar Airways. Flights from Rome from €620.00 - Flights from Milan from €458.00
From major European capitals: you can easily depart from Amsterdam to Bali, via the airline KLM. However, even then there are stopovers, often in Singapore or other Asian countries.
When to go? Info on climate and best time
Month | Average temperatures (min/max) | Precipitation (days/mm) |
|---|---|---|
January | 24° / 32° | 13 days / 170 mm |
February | 24° / 32° | 130 days / 160 mm |
March | 24° / 32° | 11 days / 145 mm |
April | 23° / 33° | 9 days / 70 mm |
May | 22° / 33° | 6 days / 35 mm |
June | 22° / 32° | 4 days / 25 mm |
July | 21° / 32° | 3 days / 10 mm |
August | 21° / 33° | 1 day / 5 mm |
September | 22° / 34° | 1 day / 5 mm |
October | 24° / 35° | 2 days / 10 mm |
November | 25° / 35° | 6 days / 40 mm |
December | 24° / 33° | 11 days / 135 mm |
Climate: The climate is tropical, with average temperatures ranging between 25° and 28° degrees. Rainfall in a calendar year can average 80 days / 810 mm. The sea temperature is high all year round with an average of 29° degrees.
Best period: June to August. This is defined as the least hot period, because the temperatures are mild and there is no rain, thus lowering the humidity on the island.
Periodto avoid: September to November. The absolute hottest period. The temperature here can exasperate tourists with the humidity reaching soaring levels.
Advice: for a trip to Komodo, it is necessary to have light clothes and comfortable footwear. It may be a good idea to equip oneself with items to help counteract the omnipresent humidity of the place. You should also always carry sunscreen and repellents against local insects.
5 things to see: beaches and places of interest
Pink beach: a beautiful beach overlooking a fabulous sea. Here it is possible to snorkel and admire the creatures that inhabit the waters that bathe the island.
Merah Beach: another location recommended for those who enjoy exploring the seabed. Sea lovers in general will also appreciate relaxing on this beach and enjoying the comfort of the island.
Batu Bolong: also in the case of this place to visit, the key word is only one: snorkelling. In the seabed of this location, one can also encounter friendly turtles and many other marine specimens.
Loh Liang: this point represents the entrance to Komodo National Park. From here, the journey and exploration into the island's vegetation begins, following local guides and experienced native professionals.
Komodo National Park: the real main attraction. As you travel and explore the park, you can admire unique specimens such as the terrifying Komodo Dragons. A visit to the park is something to experience at least once in a lifetime.
What to do: Recommended activities and excursions
How much does a holiday on Komodo Island cost? Prices, offers and tips
A trip to Komodo Island if planned well is not extremely expensive. On the other hand, also thanks to the impact of the euro on the Indonesian nation, it is easy to buy basic necessities during an ordinary holiday. However, what raises the price of a holiday on Komodo Island is undoubtedly the flight. One has to rely on scheduled airlines that raise the fares for this destination considerably. However, in total, a flight + hotel package for a couple can cost around 2,500 euros. Excursions on the island are also mid- to low-cost, so it will be easy to explore the magnificent areas.
Where to stay: Hotels and B&Bs from €51.00 per room - see offers
Low cost flights: from €618.00 - see offers
Flight + hotel: Return flight + stay 15 days / 14 nights in a 3-star hotel or b&b from €2,001.00 - look at the offers