A shared 2D/1N whale shark tour from Lombok with a sunrise swim in Sumbawa.
Tour Season: All Year
Group discounts (for private tours) are available on checkout
Group Size
Price pp (USD)
2
$320.30
3
$263.25
4
$218.20
5
$203.15
6
$188.15
7
$167.10
8
$158.10
9
$152.10
10
$143.10
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.
This is the easiest and most efficient whale shark tour from Lombok.
Overnight stay at Alffiah Hotel (or similar class depending on availability).
2–4 people: medium car
5–10 people: minibus
Vehicles are modern, clean, and air-conditioned.
Guests only need to pay for personal expenses (snacks, drinks, souvenirs).
No hidden fees.
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.
One of Indonesia’s safest and most consistent locations for whale shark encounters. Early-morning departures guarantee calm conditions and excellent visibility.
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.
This tour is perfect for:

08.00 – 11.00
Pickup from your hotel in Lombok and drive to Kayangan Port.
11.00 – 12.30
Ferry crossing from Lombok to Poto Tano, Sumbawa.
12.30 – 14.30
Board a traditional wooden boat and travel to Kenawa Island.
Enjoy lunch, swimming, or a short hill hike for incredible photos.
14.30 – 20.00
Return from Kenawa and travel across Sumbawa to Labuan Jambu, the whale-shark harbor. Enjoy scenic coastal landscapes along the way.
20.00
Dinner and hotel check-in. Free evening to rest before the morning whale-shark activity.

04.30 – 06.00
Private boat ride from Labuan Jambu to whale-shark point.
Simple breakfast served on the boat.
06.00 – 10.00
Snorkeling with whale sharks — calm water, soft light, and a high chance of encounters.
10.00 – 11.00
Return to the harbor and back to your hotel.
11.00 – 12.00
Shower, relax, and prepare for check-out.
12.00 – 17.00
Drive back to Kayangan Port with a lunch stop along the way.
17.00 – 21.00
Ferry crossing to Lombok and private drop-off at your hotel.
Trip completed.
Tour Season: All Year
Group discounts (for private tours) are available on checkout
Group Size
Price pp (USD)
2
$320.30
3
$263.25
4
$218.20
5
$203.15
6
$188.15
7
$167.10
8
$158.10
9
$152.10
10
$143.10