One of the most biodiverse places on Earth, Komodo National Park in Indonesia offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore wild island landscapes, vibrant coral reefs, and the legendary Komodo dragon in its natural habitat.

Recommended For

Wildlife Enthusiasts: See the iconic Komodo dragon and other rare terrestrial and marine species.

Divers & Snorkelers: Discover some of the world’s richest coral reefs and marine life.

Cultural Travelers: Learn about the lives of the Ata Modo people and nomadic fishermen communities.

What to Expect

  • Island Scenery: Komodo, Rinca, and Padar islands offer rugged hills, sweeping vistas, and pink sand beaches.
  • Wildlife Encounters: Spot Komodo dragons, Timor deer, orange-footed scrub fowl, and sea turtles.
  • Marine Biodiversity: Dive into waters teeming with manta rays, sharks, coral reefs, dolphins, and dugongs.

Park Overview

  • Location: East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, between the islands of Flores and Sumbawa.
  • Size: 1,817 km² of protected land and sea (with proposals to expand to 2,321 km²).
  • Established: 1980, initially for the conservation of the Komodo dragon.
  • UNESCO Designation: Man and Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site (1986).

Flora & Fauna

  • Terrestrial Species: Komodo dragons, Timor deer, wild boars, and orange-footed scrub fowl.
  • Marine Life: Over 1,000 fish species, 260 coral species, 70 sponge species, 14 whale species, manta rays, sea turtles, and sharks.

People & Culture

  • Inhabitants: Communities of fishermen from South Sulawesi, South Flores, Manggarai, and Bima.
  • Ethnic Groups: The Bugis and Suku Bajau people, historically nomadic seafarers.
  • Ata Modo People: Descendants of Komodo's original inhabitants; their culture and language are slowly integrating with newer communities.

Conservation

  • Original Purpose: To protect the Komodo dragon, first described in 1911 by J.K.H. Van Steyn.
  • Expanded Mission: The park now protects entire ecosystems, both terrestrial and marine.

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