Komodo National Park Cruise Tour

Komodo National Park is one of Indonesia’s most renowned national parks and a must-visit destination for cruise ship travelers from around the world.

Welcome to Komodo National Park Komodo National Park is one of Indonesia’s most renowned national parks and a must-visit destination for cruise ship travelers from around the world. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famous for its prehistoric inhabitants, the Komodo dragons, which live on Komodo, Rinca, Padar, and a few smaller islands such as […]

Natural History Guide to Komodo National Park

Information board of Komodo Dragon at Loh Buaya Rinca Island

Exploring the Rich Marine Ecosystems of Komodo The Natural History Guide to Komodo National Park – Book 2 focuses on the marine ecology of Komodo National Park, one of Indonesia’s most biodiverse and globally significant conservation areas. This guide complements the first volume, which explored terrestrial ecosystems, by giving a detailed look at the underwater […]

RPTN Komodo 2000–2025: Long‑Term Management Plan for Komodo National Park

Komodo dragon distribution information board on the Rinca Island, Komodo National Park

The RPTN Komodo 2000–2025 is a long‑term management planning document that outlines the strategic direction, policies, and actions for managing Komodo National Park over a 25‑year period from 2000 to 2025. This plan serves as a core framework for all conservation and sustainable use programs within this iconic protected area. Background and Purpose of the […]

Long-Term Management Plan (RPJP) of Komodo National Park

Taka Makassar on Komodo National Park

The Long-Term Management Plan (known as RPJP in Indonesia) is a strategic document created by the Komodo National Park Authority to ensure the effective, planned, and sustainable long-term management of the conservation area. This plan serves as the foundation for conservation, restoration, utilization, and monitoring programs within Komodo National Park. Purpose of the RPJP The […]

The History of the First Five National Parks in Indonesia

Komodo island on Komodo National Park

Indonesia’s system of national parks began to take formal shape in 1980, when the government officially designated the first group of national parks under a ministerial announcement dated 6 March 1980. This historic proclamation marked an important step in the development of nature conservation in the country. Background Before this declaration, the idea of protected […]

Drone Flight Permits in Komodo National Park

long-tailed macaque on Rinca Island of Komodo National Park

Flying a drone—an unmanned aerial vehicle used for aerial photography and videography—is permitted in Komodo National Park only with a proper permit and under specific regulations. This ensures the protection of wildlife, visitor safety, and the conservation of the park’s natural environment. What Is a Drone Flight Permit? A drone flight permit is an official […]

Guiding Services in Komodo National Park

Mr.Kuba the Naturalist Guide or Ranger On the Komodo national Park, Komodo Island-Loh Liang

Guiding services inside Komodo National Park are an essential part of visiting this world‑renowned conservation area. Komodo National Park requires all visitors to be accompanied by an authorized guide to ensure safety, protection of wildlife, and a meaningful visitor experience. Why Guided Tours Are Required Visitors are not allowed to explore the park independently, especially […]

Ticket Prices and Visitor Carrying Capacity at Komodo National Park

Footpath on Komodo Island, Loh Liang

Komodo National Park regulates ticket prices and visitor capacity to support conservation efforts, ensure visitor comfort, and protect the natural ecosystems of the park. These measures are implemented according to Government Regulation No. 36 Year 2024 on types and tariffs of Non‑Tax State Revenue (PNBP) applied by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry. Ticket Prices […]

Fauna of Komodo National Park

Coral garden on Komodo national Park

Komodo National Park is world-famous as the habitat of the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis)—the largest lizard on Earth and a top predator in the park’s ecosystems. But this remarkable conservation area is also home to a rich variety of other terrestrial and marine wildlife that make it one of Indonesia’s most important biodiversity hotspots. Komodo […]

Flora of Komodo National Park

Green snake on Komodo Island

Komodo National Park is not only famous for its legendary giant lizard, the Komodo dragon, but also for its rich and unique plant diversity. The flora of the park is spread across various ecosystems, ranging from coastal mangrove forests to inland savannas and monsoon forests. These plant communities play a vital role in supporting wildlife […]