How to Get to Pink Beach from Bali

Pink Beach is a pink sandy beach located in Komodo National Park, East Nusa Tenggara Indonesia. It’s one of only seven pink beaches in the world, attracting tourists from all over the world. Conveniently, Pink Beach can be accessed from Bali, making it a perfect addition to your travel itinerary. This article provides all the necessary details on how to get to Pink Beach from Bali.

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Where is Pink Beach?

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You’ll find this unique pink sand beach within Komodo National Park. The park hosts two pink beaches, one on Padar Island and one on Komodo Island.

Pink Beach on Padar Island, known as Long Beach, is hidden in a bay on Padar Island’s north side. It has become the most popular pink beach in Komodo National Park. If you’re lucky, you might even spot heart-shaped red coral on the sand.

The other pink beach is located on another island, Komodo Island. This island is not only about Komodo dragons; it also offers a standout pink beach in Indonesia named Pantai Merah. Pantai Merah is surrounded by tall mountains and hills, which makes it beautiful.

How to Get to Pink Beach from Bali

The journey to Pink Beach from Bali starts with a trip to Labuan Bajo, a town in East Nusa Tenggara province. There are three ways to get to Labuan Bajo from Bali: by air, road, and boat. The best way to get to Labuan Bajo from Bali is to fly from Ngurah Rai Airport.

Flight from Bali to Pink Beach

Labuan Bajo can be reached via flight from Ngurah Rai Airport [DPS] to Komodo Airport [LBJ]. There are many direct and connecting flights for this route. Here are some options:

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A. Ngurah Rai Airport [DPS] to Komodo Airport [LBJ] with AirAsia Indonesia

Details of the flight: The flight departs from Ngurah Rai Airport at 07:10 and arrives at Komodo Airport at 08:20. It takes approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Estimated cost: This flight will cost you approximately USD 72.

B. Ngurah Rai Airport [DPS] to Komodo Airport [LBJ] with BatikAir

Details of flight: Depart from Ngurah Rai Airport at 15:35 and arrive at Komodo Airport at 16:50. This flight takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Estimated cost: This flight will cost you approximately USD 76.

C. Ngurah Rai Airport [DPS] to Komodo Airport [LBJ] with Garuda Indonesia

Details of the flight: The flight departs from Ngurah Rai Airport at 13:10 and arrives at Komodo Airport at 14:25. It takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Estimated cost: This flight will cost you approximately USD 77.

Please note!
Flight schedules and prices can change depending on the season, so due to its popularity, it is wise to book your flight well in advance.

Boat Tour to Pink Beach

Once in Labuan Bajo, Pink Beach is accessible only by boat departing from the port. The best way to experience it is by joining a Komodo Boat Tour, which includes Pink Beach among its stops. This boat tour also allows you to island hop and visit other islands in Komodo National Park.

If you plan to book a Komodo Island tour package, research reliable tour operators first. If you’re unsure, consider booking with Komodo Luxury, a tour operator with over 9 years of experience in Komodo National Park. Komodo Luxury offers 3 tour package options.

A. Komodo Boat Tour – Private Sailing Trip

Private sailing trip is for those who want a more intimate and private holiday experience with their loved ones. You will have the entire boat exclusively to yourself. Furthermore, this package offers a customized trip, where you can choose the destinations and duration of your trip.

Open/share trip is ideal for solo travelers, couples, or anyone wanting to explore Pink Beach but not wanting to rent the entire boat. With this package, you can enjoy a luxurious holiday at a reasonable price. As you share the boat with other travelers, you will have the opportunity to meet many new people.

C. Komodo Boat Tour – Full-day/One-day Trip

If you don’t have much time for an overnight trip but want to enjoy the beauty of Pink Beach, full-day/one-day is for you. This package offers the opportunity to explore the top destinations in Komodo National Park, including Pink, in one day by speedboat.

Conclusion

Pink Beach is a pink sandy beach in Komodo National Park, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. There are two pink beaches in the area: Long Beach on Padar Island and Pantai Merah on Komodo Island. You can visit Pink Beach Komodo Island from Bali by flying from Ngurah Rai Airport [DPS] to Komodo Airport [LBJ] and joining the overnight Komodo boat tour provided by Komodo Luxury. Make sure you book your Komodo package well before you arrive in Indonesia, as the number of boats is limited, and this trip is usually fully booked a month or two before departure. Are you ready to explore Pink Beach from Bali with Komodo Luxury? Save your spot and contact us now!