Yes, there are Komodo tours that start in Lombok and finish in Labuan Bajo, and our team offers these routes. These trips are usually operated on basic long distance boats designed for open ocean travel. They are very different from the phinisi style liveaboards that sail inside Komodo National Park. The Lombok to Labuan Bajo boats focus on transportation and adventure rather than comfort, and facilities on board are simple. Many backpackers enjoy this style of journey because it feels raw and adventurous, but travellers expecting luxury or hotel style comfort should choose a Labuan Bajo based cruise instead.
The main advantage of these tours is that they bring you all the way from Lombok directly to Flores. You visit several islands along the way, sleep on board, and arrive in Labuan Bajo ready to start your Komodo experience. For guests who plan to continue exploring Flores or who want an overland connection without flying, this route can be a good fit.
If you are hiking Mt. Rinjani with our Lombok Indonesia team, we can help you coordinate timing so you finish your trek and board the Lombok to Labuan Bajo boat without rushing. We assist with transport from Senaru or Sembalun and help you prepare for the simpler conditions on the long distance boat.
Once you reach Labuan Bajo, you can continue directly onto a higher quality phinisi cruise inside Komodo National Park if you want a more comfortable and scenic experience. Many travellers combine the two, using the Lombok departure as an adventurous transfer and then upgrading to a multi day cruise around Komodo.
