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Select one of the below 20 best Lesser Sunda Islands trips for 2026 and 2027. Your local English-speaking guide will lead your small group or personalized private tour on an extraordinary adventure exploring Sumbawa Island, Maumere, Alor Island, Satonda Island, and Ende. Our Lesser Sunda Islands trips for 2026 feature Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Kayaking, and Stand Up Paddle Boarding, and start from $5,825 for trips of 9 to 22 days. Contact Adventure Life's Lesser Sunda Islands trip planning experts to start planning your next seamless trip.
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Colorful sunset over Sulawesi
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Island Empires & Ancient Mariners

Darwin to Makassar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Explore Komodo Island wildlife
  • Trek Padar Island peak
  • Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
  • Swim Pink Beach waters
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Darwin / Makassar
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Local Market Visits, Hiking, Scuba Diving, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration
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Embark on a 15-day cruise through Indonesia aboard Coral Geographer. Explore remote islands, see Komodo dragons, climb Padar Island, witness unique dances, and experience Toraja culture. Swim, snorkel, kayak, and visit traditional villages.
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Mountain Range in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
from $5,825
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Whale Sharks, Corals & Dragons

Komodo-Komodo - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Visit local communities
  • Snorkel along vibrant coral reefs
  • Enjoy a barbecue on the beach
  • Discover unique species
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Komodo Island / Melo Village
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Variable
You spend nine days cruising round‑trip from Komodo on board Katharina, seeing Komodo dragons, whale sharks, manta rays, and coral reefs. You snorkel on the reefs, swim with marine animals, and visit islands with diverse wildlife.
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A pair of dragons on Komodo Island
from $10,885
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Indonesia's Forgotten Islands

Darwin to Singapore - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Komodo dragon encounters
  • See Orangutans at Camp Leakey
  • Discover rare birds and wildlife
  • Snorkel at vibrant reefs
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Darwin / Singapore
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Whale Watching
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Variable
Travel from Darwin to Singapore on a 14-day cruise through Indonesia aboard Heritage Adventurer. Explore remote islands, snorkel coral reefs, encounter Komodo dragons, visit volcanic lakes, experience tribal cultures, and observe wild orangutans in protected rainforests.
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Cruising Adventures! Banda Islands
from $10,050
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SeaTrek The East Indies on a Spice Island Exploration

Maumere-Ambon - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Visit Laratuka's unique churches
  • Explore the Forgotten Islands
  • Snorkel in crystal-clear water
  • Discover Indonesia’s Ring of Fire
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Maumere / Ambon Island
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Departing from Maumere, this exciting 12-day South Pacific cruise on Katharina visits the remote Banda Islands, where you can wander through the nutmeg plantations before retracing ‘the marine spice route’ north through the Moluccan Islands to the clove plantations of the fabled Sultanate of Ternate.
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Cruising Adventures! Orangutan
from $8,800
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Orangutans and Dragons

Bali-Komodo - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Visit a Dayak community
  • Learn about orangutans in Borneo
  • Snorkel over vibrant coral reefs
  • Spot Komodo dragons
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Bali / Melo Village
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Embark on a 13-day, two-part cruise aboard Katharina and explore the rich wildlife and cultural heritage of Indonesia. Explore Borneo and visit an orangutan conservation center and a local Dayak village. Return to Bali and set sail to various islands, exploring the highlights of Komodo along the way.
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Cruising Adventures! Orangutan
from $8,800
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Orangutans and Dragons

Bali-Komodo - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Visit a Dayak community
  • Learn about orangutans in Borneo
  • Snorkel over vibrant coral reefs
  • Spot Komodo dragons
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Borneo / Melo Village
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day, two-part cruise aboard Ombak Putih and explore the rich wildlife and cultural heritage of Indonesia. Explore Borneo and visit an orangutan conservation center and a local Dayak village. Fly to Bali and set sail to various islands, exploring the highlights of Komodo along the way.
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A group of local villagers playing traditional instruments in Forgotten Islands, Indonesia
from $16,830
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Spice Islands & Forgotten Islands Expedition

Ambon to Labuan Bajo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu
  • Explore historic spice route
  • Meet indigenous island tribes
  • Experience Wetar Island
  • Hammerhead encounter at Nyata
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Ambon Island / Labuan Bajo
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Festival Visits, Fishing
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Discover Indonesia’s remote Spice Islands and Forgotten Islands on a 12-day expedition from Ambon to Labuan Bajo aboard Aqua Blu. Snorkel coral reefs, explore historic forts, meet local communities, and experience the beauty and culture of these rarely visited islands.
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Komodo Dragons at Komodo National Park Indonesia
from $8,800
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Orangutans and Dragons

Bali - Komodo - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Learn about Orangutans in Borneo
  • Visit a Dayak community
  • See volcanoes and Komodo dragons
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Bali / Melo Village
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day, two-part cruise aboard Katharina and explore the rich wildlife and cultural heritage of Indonesia. Explore Borneo and visit an orangutan conservation center and a local Dayak village. Return to Bali and set sail to various islands, exploring the highlights of Komodo along the way.
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Wild Komodo Dragon in its habitat
from $5,825
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Whale Sharks, Corals & Dragons

Komodo-Komodo - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Visit local communities
  • Snorkel along vibrant coral reefs
  • Enjoy a barbecue on the beach
  • Discover unique species
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Komodo Island / Melo Village
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Spend nine days snorkeling, encountering wildlife, and exploring tropical islands while cruising along Komodo and back aboard Ombak Putih. Begin your journey on Komodo Island and see the Komodo dragons, snorkel on Komodo Park’s best reefs, swim with manta rays, and more. Then visit Rinca Island, which is known for its diverse wildlife.
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Purple Garden Coral Reefs in Indonesia
from $5,825
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Whale Sharks, Corals & Dragons Family Cruise with a Marine Biologist

Komodo Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Experience Komodo coral reefs
  • Swim with whale sharks
  • Spot Komodo dragons
  • Uncover Moyo waterfall
  • Learn from a marine biologist
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Komodo Island / Melo Village
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Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Small Ship Sailing, Kayaking
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Variable
Sail 9 days aboard Ombak Putih through Indonesia and Komodo Island. Snorkel coral reefs, swim with whale sharks and manta rays, encounter Komodo dragons, explore volcanic islands, kayak, paddleboard, and visit local villages.
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Forgotten Islands villagers performing a traditional dance in cultural attire.
from $32,060
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Raja Ampat, West Papua, & Forgotten Islands Expedition

Sorong to Labuan Bajo - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu
  • Dive Wayag’s Figure Eight Rock
  • Explore Banda Neira’s Dutch forts
  • Experience Melissa’s Garden
  • Observe Abui Tribe’s dance
  • Tour Fort Revenge on Pulau Ai
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Sorong / Labuan Bajo
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Embark on a 22-day cruise aboard Aqua Blu through Raja Ampat, West Papua, and the Forgotten Islands, starting in Sorong and sailing to Mioskon, Aljui Bay, Wayag, Penemu, and Banda Neira. Discover vibrant reefs, ancient forts, remote villages, and rich marine life from Pulau Koon to Alor, Maumere, and Labuan Bajo.
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Orangutans
from $17,895
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In the Wake of Wallace: Indonesia & Borneo

Denpasar - Singapore - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Misool’s pristine reefs
  • Discover Buru Island’s villages
  • Snorkel Wakatobi’s coral haven
  • Wander Belitung’s beaches
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Denpasar / Singapore
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Set sail on a 16-day cruise from the Indonesian Archipelago to Singapore aboard the Greg Mortimer, exploring diverse islands like Raja Ampat and Wakatobi National Park. Encounter unique wildlife, immerse in local culture, and witness Indonesia's stunning natural beauty.
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Wild Komodo Dragon in its habitat
from $17,895
EBD
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In the Wake of Wallace: Indonesia & Borneo

Singapore - Denpasar - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Misool’s pristine reefs
  • Discover Buru Island’s villages
  • Snorkel Wakatobi’s coral haven
  • Wander Belitung’s beaches
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Singapore / Denpasar
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Experience a 16-day cruise from Singapore to Denpasar, exploring Indonesia's rich biodiversity and culture aboard the Greg Mortimer. Witness orangutans in Central Kalimantan, dive in Taka Bonerate National Park and engage with local communities throughout this unique journey.
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Purple Garden Coral Reefs in Indonesia
from $6,350
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SeaTrek the Remote Ring of Fire: East of Komodo

Komodo-Alor - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Witness fruit bat skies
  • Encounter wild Komodo dragons
  • Climb for panoramic views
  • Experience local weaving crafts
  • Visit historic Portuguese fort
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Labuan Bajo / Maumere
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Start your trip in Bali, flying to Labuan Bajo for a 10-day exploration of Komodo National Park and beyond aboard the Katharina. See Komodo dragons, snorkel with turtles, visit villages, and experience local landscapes and culture.
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Breathtaking aerial sunset in Komodo National Park in Indonesia
from $14,600
$1000 SBC
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Voyage to Indonesia: Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys

Benoa, Bali - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • See the Coral Triangle’s ecosystems
  • Experience Indonesia's culture
  • See Komodo dragons upclose
  • Island hop around Indonesia
  • Discover Triton Bay and Kei Islands
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Benoa / Darwin
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This 13-day cruise from Bali to northern Australia explores the Coral Triangle’s rich biodiversity. Discover Indonesia’s cultural heritage from Sumbawa's villages to the historic Spice Islands. Highlights include Komodo National Park’s Komodo dragons, snorkeling around Flores and Alor, and diving in West Papua’s Triton Bay.
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Terraced rice fields
from $10,650
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Tropical Indonesian Odyssey

Benoa - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Spot Komodo dragons on Rinca
  • Discover Alor's moko drums
  • Walk Bali's rice terraces
  • Snorkel at Kei Islands
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Benoa / Darwin
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Variable
Join a 13-day expedition cruise from Benoa, Bali to Darwin, Australia aboard Le Soleal. Visit Komodo National Park, Alor, Flores, and West Papua. Encounter wildlife, snorkel vibrant reefs, and explore remote villages shaped by centuries of culture and history.
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Beautiful wild coast of Raja Ampat, Indonesia
from $14,375
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Indonesian Explorer: Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea

Bali - Port Moresby - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit Raja Ampat
  • Lookout for the endemic birds
  • Explore Komodo National Park
  • Swim at Triton Bay
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Bali / Cairns
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Variable
Aboard Heritage Adventurer on this 18-day expedition cruise to Indonesia's remote and little-known tropical islands, from Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea, see whale sharks in Triton Bay, visit Komodo National Park, home to the famed Komodo Dragon, and more.
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Breathtaking aerial sunset in Komodo National Park in Indonesia
from $15,100
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Indonesian Explorer: Bali, Raja Ampat & Papua New Guinea

Denpasar to Madang - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit Raja Ampat
  • Explore Pegunungan Nature Reserve
  • Swim at Cenderawasih Marine Park
  • Search for Buru endemic birds
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Denpasar / Cairns
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Admire Indonesia's extraordinary diversity during this unique 18-day cruise aboard the Heritage Adventurer, sailing from Manado all the way to Madang with ample opportunities to explore the stunning submarine landscape by snorkeling, kayaking and more!
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