Most travelers simply keep all of their luggage on the boat, and this is the easiest and safest option. Your cabin on the liveaboard is your personal space, and it is where you store your bags for the entire duration of the cruise. Even large suitcases fit comfortably in the rooms on our partner boats, and the crew will help you carry everything during boarding and departure. This means you do not need to look for outside storage in Labuan Bajo.
If you arrive early or are staying in Labuan Bajo before or after your cruise, many hotels will hold your luggage for free or for a small fee. This can be convenient if you want to explore the town before boarding. However, once the cruise begins, the boat itself becomes your secure storage location. You will have access to your bags anytime since the cabin remains yours for the full trip.
There are no official public luggage storage facilities in Labuan Bajo such as lockers or dedicated storage shops. Because of this, the standard practice is to rely on your accommodation or your boat cabin. It is simple, safe, and much more convenient than carrying your belongings around town.
For travellers coming from our Mt. Rinjani hikes, our Lombok Indonesia team also helps coordinate luggage transitions. If you are flying from Lombok to Labuan Bajo for the Komodo cruise, we can advise you on what to bring and how to pack so the process is smooth and stress free.
