Is Pink Beach on Padar Island?
No. Pink Beach lies on Pulau Komodo, one of the three main islands of Komodo National Park, while Padar is a separate island with its own viewpoint and beaches. The two names are often mentioned together because most boat tours combine Padar and Pink Beach on the same day. In a typical Komodo speedboat day, Padar comes first and Pink Beach follows, with the dragon island Komodo close by.
This matters for planning. If you search for a padar island pink beach, you will find tour offers that list both stops, but the sand with the pink tint is on Komodo. A beach you see from the Padar viewpoint is a different place, and it should not be called Pink Beach. Check the itinerary of your tour to see that Pink Beach is a named stop.
Our picks: tours with Pink Beach
Pink Beach lies on Pulau Komodo, so all three tours also visit the national park. The small-group speedboat tour covers Padar and Pink Beach in a day, the boat trip adds Rinca and Kalong, and the island hopping option starts from the harbor.
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Padar, Pink Beach and Kalong boat trip
- Boat to Padar, Pink Beach, Rinca and Kalong
- Local guide who also takes photos
- Breakfast, lunch and snacks
Park and conservation fee, drone photos and crew tips are extra.
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Small-group speedboat tour with Padar and Pink Beach
- Snorkeling equipment
- Lunch and snacks
- Bottled water
Padar and Pink Beach are both on the program, so one day covers the view and the pink sand on Komodo. Check what is booked for park entry before you go.
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Island hopping with 6 stops
- Hotel pickup to the harbor
- Lunch box, water and soft drinks
- Guide and crew
The boat type can change. Check with the operator whether the park fee is included.
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Day trips and cruises from Labuan Bajo that combine Padar, Pink Beach and Komodo, with live prices and availability.
Snorkeling at Pink Beach
Clear water, living coral and a few rules.
Snorkelling is one of the main reasons to stop at Pink Beach. Most day trips supply the gear, but check that the offer lists it. Strong currents are a feature of the park, and the water is not equally calm in every bay or on every day. If the current picks up, stay near the boat and follow your crew's instructions. Day trips that pair Padar with snorkel stops are compared in our Komodo snorkeling tour guide.
The park rules are clear on the reef. Do not step on or touch the coral, and do not take sand, coral or marine life home as a souvenir. Take your rubbish with you. Sun protection is recommended. Diving at the park's dive sites is only allowed with a diving certificate. The park does not publish fixed safe swimming hours, so ask your guide about the conditions of the day.
Plan your day around the time slots too. Tours that include Padar usually visit the viewpoint first, so Pink Beach often falls in the middle of the day, when the sun is high and sun protection matters most. Bring a hat, water and a towel, and ask your crew how long the stop lasts before you swim out.
The tour's route and the length of the stop depend on the weather and the tide. For the timing of the whole day, read the Komodo day trip page.
Komodo beaches
More places to stop in the national park.
Komodo beaches are not limited to one shore. On the route of a speedboat day, the white sandbank of Taka Makassar and the island of Kanawa appear as stops with shallow, clear water. They are tour stops, so the programme of each boat decides whether they are part of your day. Follow the instructions of your guide at each stop.
The beach areas close to the harbour are a different matter. Two beaches on the mainland are described below. For the wider map of the islands see the Komodo National Park page.
Labuan Bajo beaches
Waecicu and Pede are the beaches on the Flores mainland near Labuan Bajo. They are reached by road, with a driver or on a scooter, so they work for an hour by the water without a boat trip. More about the town and its surroundings is on the Labuan Bajo page.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a ticket for Pink Beach?
Yes, the park ticket covers the visit to the islands, including snorkelling. Whether your tour includes it differs, so read the entrance fee page and the includes of your offer.
Where exactly is Pink Beach?
On Pulau Komodo in Komodo National Park. You get there by boat from Labuan Bajo.
Can I swim at Pink Beach?
Swimming and snorkelling are part of the usual tours. Currents vary, so ask the crew about the conditions and stay close to the boat.
Is Pink Beach on every Padar tour?
No. Many tours combine the two, but each itinerary is different. Look for Pink Beach by name in the list of stops.