2-Day Lombok to Sumbawa Whale Shark Tour with Kenawa Island
About This Tour
Embark on an unforgettable 2-day journey from Lombok to Sumbawa, where culture and nature meet. Stay in the fishing village of Labuan Jambu, the gateway to whal...
Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Mataram, Lombok · Languages: English, Japanese, Malay, Mandarin
Know before you go: Whale shark sightings are likely but not 100% guaranteed.; Day 2 requires an early wake-up at 04:00 for the whale shark activity.; Accommodation in Labuan Jambu is basic (local hotel/guesthouse).; Ferry schedules may vary due to weather and sea conditions.
About Mataram
Mataram
Laid-back Mataram is the perfect introduction to Lombok’s lazy lifestyles. Enlist the help of a local guide on the ground to discover the likes of the Gili Islands, Kuta Lombok and Senggigi.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Lombok (Kuta Mandalika, Mataram, Senggigi)
- Private air-conditioned transportation (Lombok-Sumbawa-Lombok)
- Round-trip ferry tickets between Lombok and Sumbawa
- One-night hotel or guesthouse accommodation in Labuan Jambu
- Guided whale shark snorkeling activity
- Boat transfers to and from Kenawa Island
- Snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, fins)
- Mineral water and snacks
- Entrance fees and permits
- English-speaking local guide
Not Included
- Meals
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Lombok to Labuan Jambu via Kayangan Harbor
07:30 - Pick-up from your hotel in Kuta Mandalika, Mataram, or Senggigi. Enjoy a scenic drive to Kayangan Harbor in East Lombok. Take the ferry crossing to Poto Tano, Sumbawa (approximately 1.5-2 hours). Continue the drive along the Sumbawa coastline to Labuan Jambu. Check in at a local hotel or guesthouse in Labuan Jambu. Enjoy free time to rest, explore the village, or have dinner at your own expense. Overnight in Labuan Jambu.
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2Day 02
Whale Shark Snorkeling and Kenawa Island Exploration
04:00 - Early morning transfer from the hotel to Labuan Jambu port. 04:00 - Early morning transfer from the hotel to Labuan Jambu port. Take a boat trip to the whale shark point in Saleh Bay. Take a boat trip to the whale shark point in Saleh Bay. Enjoy guided snorkeling with whale sharks for 1-2 hours. Enjoy guided snorkeling with whale sharks for 1-2 hours. Have a light breakfast on board or in the village. Have a light breakfast on board or in the village. Return to the hotel to prepare for the journey back to Lombok. Return to the hotel to prepare for the journey back to Lombok. Drive to Poto Tano Harbor. Drive to Poto Tano Harbor. Depart by boat to Kenawa Island. Depart by boat to Kenawa Island. Explore Kenawa Island with snorkeling, a beach walk, and a hilltop view. Explore Kenawa Island with snorkeling, a beach walk, and a hilltop view. Enjoy a lunch box or stop at a local restaurant. Enjoy a lunch box or stop at a local restaurant. Take the ferry crossing from Poto Tano to Kayangan Harbor. Take the ferry crossing from Poto Tano to Kayangan Harbor. Drop off at your hotel in Kuta Mandalika, Mataram, or Senggigi. Drop off at your hotel in Kuta Mandalika, Mataram, or Senggigi.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Hotel pick-up at your location in Kuta Mandalika, Mataram, or Senggigi. · Tour start: Labuan Jambu, Kec. Tarano, Kabupaten Sumbawa, Nusa Tenggara Bar., Indonesia — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
