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Rosok Mutiara Utara: The Golden North of Labuan Bajo

Hidden in the northern realm of Labuan Bajo, Rosok Mutiara Utara—known as The Golden North—is a place where nature and myth live side by side. Here, ancient mangrove forests stand like emerald guardians along winding rivers, creating a landscape that feels as magical as the heart of the Amazon. This lush environment is not just […]

Komodo Discovery from Cruise Ship – A Unique Shore Excursion to See Komodo Dragons

If your cruise ship docks near Komodo National Park, this half-day shore excursion offers you the perfect chance to experience one of Indonesia’s most iconic wildlife encounters: seeing the Komodo dragon in its natural habitat. Organized by Dragon Island Tours, this tour is designed especially for cruise passengers with limited time ashore, giving an unforgettable […]

Komodo National Park Herping & Spotlighting Adventure – Ultimate Reptile and Amphibian Tour

Komodo National Park isn’t just home to the legendary Komodo dragon—this rugged archipelago in eastern Indonesia also offers one of the most thrilling wildlife experiences for reptile and amphibian enthusiasts. The Komodo Snake Herping/Spotlighting Tour takes you deep into the wild heart of this UNESCO-listed natural wonder, combining daytime exploration, nocturnal spotlighting, trekking, and marine […]

Gender Inequality Against Women in the Tourism Industry at Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Komodo National Park in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, is a world-renowned tourism destination — known for its natural beauty, unique wildlife, and vibrant local culture. However, behind the region’s tourism success lies a persistent challenge of gender inequality that affects women’s participation and empowerment within the tourism sector. Purpose and Approach of the Study A […]

Characteristics of Target and Indicator Coral Reef Fish Community Structure in the Waters of Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park, located in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, is not only globally renowned for its Komodo dragons but also for its diverse coral reef ecosystems. These reefs support a wide array of marine life, with reef fish playing crucial roles in reef health and ecosystem functioning. Recent research has examined the community structure of […]

Invasive Toads Are Close to but Absent from Komodo National Park — A Conservation Concern

Komodo National Park — famed for its Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) and unique wildlife — lies in the Wallacea region of Indonesia, an area rich in endemic species but vulnerable to biological invasions. Recent research has investigated the potential threat posed by an invasive amphibian species, the Asian common toad (Duttaphrynus melanostictus), and whether it […]

Impact of Destination Image, Place Attachment, Tourist Satisfaction on Tourist Loyalty at Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve in Indonesia — is renowned for its dramatic landscapes, rich marine biodiversity, and the legendary Komodo dragon. Beyond its natural wonders, the park is also a living laboratory for understanding how visitors form emotional connections with a place and how these connections influence […]

Folk Knowledge and Distribution of the Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) on Flores Island, Indonesia

Komodo dragons (Varanus komodoensis) are the largest living lizards on Earth and one of Indonesia’s most iconic species. While these powerful reptiles are best known from Komodo National Park — including Komodo, Rinca, and nearby islands — ethnobiological research shows that they have also existed historically on the larger island of Flores. A study investigating […]

Feeding Dragons in Komodo National Park, Tourism Attraction vs Conservation Challenge

Komodo National Park — home to the world’s largest living lizard, the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) — has long attracted visitors from around the globe. These apex carnivores are a major draw for tourists eager to see them in the wild, but this popularity has also led to controversial wildlife-feeding practices with complex implications for […]

Exit the Dragon, The Collapse of Co-Management at Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Komodo National Park in eastern Indonesia is one of the most iconic protected areas in the world. Famous for its Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) — the planet’s largest lizard — and its rich marine biodiversity, the park has also been the site of important experiments in conservation governance. From 2005 to 2010, managers attempted a […]