Terakhir diperbarui: 26 Agustus 2026. Sumber resmi: tnkomodo.ksdae.kehutanan.go.id (halaman harga karcis dan daya dukung wisata). Teks resmi peraturan: PP No. 36/2024 di peraturan.bpk.go.id (Sekretariat Negara/BPK RI).
What Is the Komodo National Park Entrance Fee in 2026?
The park runs on one flat PNBP (state non-tax revenue) entrance fee per visit, not a separate ticket for each island or activity:
| Visitor category | Entrance fee (PNBP) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign visitor (WNA) | Rp 250,000 | Flat, per person, per day of entry |
| Indonesian citizen (WNI), weekday | Rp 50,000 | Per person, per day of entry |
| Indonesian citizen (WNI), weekend/public holiday | Rp 75,000 | Per person, per day of entry |
This single fee covers trekking, wildlife viewing, and snorkeling within the park — there is no separate ticket for Komodo Island, Rinca Island, Padar Island, or Pink Beach specifically. The only mandatory add-on is the ranger/guide fee below, which applies park-wide rather than per site.
The Mandatory Ranger/Guide Fee
A licensed park ranger is required for every trek on Komodo and Rinca Islands — this is a safety rule, not an optional upsell. The fee is approximately Rp 150,000 per group of 1 to 5 people, not a per-person charge. If your group is larger than 5, expect an additional ranger and fee for the extra group. Any operator quoting a materially different structure — a per-person ranger fee, or a much larger group-size cap — is worth double-checking directly against BTNK’s own published information before you pay.
What Does a Foreign Visitor Actually Pay in Total?
Layering the PNBP entrance fee and the ranger fee together, a foreign visitor traveling in a small group of 1 to 5 people pays approximately:
| Fee component | Amount |
|---|---|
| PNBP entrance fee (per person) | Rp 250,000 |
| Ranger/guide fee (per group of 1–5, split across group) | ~Rp 150,000 ÷ group size |
| Typical total, per person, group of 2–3 | Roughly Rp 400,000–525,000 |
This total is what most day-trip operators build into their quoted package price, or collect separately at the gate — ask your operator explicitly which approach they use so there’s no surprise on the day. It does not include the boat itself, which is a separate commercial cost quoted by your tour operator, not a government fee — see our Labuan Bajo Tour Packages and Prices page for current boat pricing.
Padar Island, Pink Beach, and Rinca: No Separate Fees
A persistent source of confusion is the idea that Padar’s trekking, Pink Beach’s snorkeling, or Rinca’s dragon trek each carry their own additional charge. They do not. All three are covered by the same PNBP entrance fee described above, plus the same park-wide ranger fee if a guided trek is involved (Padar and Rinca; Pink Beach snorkeling doesn’t require a ranger the way a dragon trek does). If an operator quotes a separate “Padar trekking fee,” “Pink Beach snorkeling fee,” or “locker fee” as a government charge, that is not part of the official tariff — confirm directly with BTNK before paying it as if it were mandatory.
SiOra: The Mandatory Reservation System (From April 2026)
Since 1 April 2026, every visitor and tour operator must reserve entry through the SiOra application or its companion website before arrival — this replaced the previous walk-up ticket-purchase process at the gate. Key points reported consistently across Indonesian tourism news covering the rollout:
- Reservation is mandatory, not optional — SiOra is described as the sole official channel for both independent travelers and tour operators.
- Book at latest one day (H-1) before your visit, per the reservation guidance reported by Indonesian outlets covering the system.
- Total daily capacity is capped park-wide, commonly reported at 1,000 visitors per day, split across three scheduled sessions rather than allocated per island — see our Komodo National Park open/closed status guide for how this capacity rule differs from an actual closure.
In practice, most travelers booking through an established tour operator won’t need to touch the SiOra app themselves — the operator builds the reservation into your boat and ranger booking. If you’re planning an independent, self-arranged visit, budget time to handle this reservation step yourself rather than assuming you can buy a ticket on arrival the way visitors could before April 2026.
Diving and Snorkeling: No Separate Government Permit
Diving and snorkeling inside park waters do not require a separate official “diving permit” or per-activity conservation fee beyond the standard PNBP entrance fee and group ranger fee. What you pay beyond that is the commercial price a licensed dive or boat operator charges for equipment, boat transport, and a dive guide — a private business price, not a government fee. If a seller quotes a separate “diving permit” or “photography permit” as a government charge, treat it as a red flag and confirm directly with BTNK before paying. Drone photography is the one genuine exception requiring its own separate permit — see our drone rules guide for that specific process.
Camping and Overnight Stays: No On-Island Camping Permit
Camping is not permitted on the islands inside Komodo National Park, including Komodo, Rinca, and Padar — there is no official camping-permit product. Overnight options are a liveaboard boat moored in park waters (see Komodo phinisi charter) or a resort outside the park boundary. If an operator offers an on-island “camping permit,” treat it as a red flag and confirm directly with BTNK before paying.
Why the Fee Structure Changed: A Short Timeline
Komodo National Park’s tariff has gone through several public proposal stages over the past few years, which is part of why online sources disagree on the “real” fee:
- 2022: A proposal for a substantially higher annual “membership” style fee for Komodo Island specifically drew heavy industry pushback and was cancelled by the Indonesian government in December 2022 before taking effect.
- PP No. 36/2024: The government regulation that sets the current PNBP tariff structure described on this page — the flat Rp 250,000 foreign visitor fee and the Rp 50,000/75,000 Indonesian citizen fee.
- 1 April 2026: The SiOra mandatory reservation system and park-wide daily visitor cap took effect, layering a capacity-management rule on top of the existing PNBP tariff rather than changing the fee amounts themselves.
If you find an article quoting a fee that doesn’t match the table above, check its publication date first — a large share of outdated Komodo fee content online still reflects the cancelled 2022 proposal rather than the tariff actually in force today.
What Does the Entrance Fee Fund?
PNBP entrance fees for national parks in Indonesia are non-tax state revenue directed toward park operations and conservation, consistent with the same funding model used across Indonesia’s national park system generally. For Komodo specifically, this covers ranger staffing, trail maintenance, and the conservation programs protecting both the dragons and their habitat (see IUCN on species conservation funding models) — the same conservation rationale cited (accurately, even if the specific 2022 fee proposal was cancelled) behind the park’s tightened visitor rules and, more recently, the SiOra capacity system.
Payment: Cash or Card?
Entrance and ranger fees are typically settled in cash, primarily Indonesian Rupiah, either by your operator in advance or at the gate. Card acceptance is inconsistent this far from Bali’s tourism infrastructure, and ATMs in Labuan Bajo can be unreliable — carry enough cash for fees, tips, and incidentals rather than assuming card payment will be available everywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the total Komodo National Park entrance fee for a foreign visitor in 2026?
Rp 250,000 flat PNBP entrance fee, plus a share of the Rp 150,000 per-group ranger fee — typically Rp 400,000 to 525,000 per person in total for a small group, before adding your boat cost.
Do I need to book through SiOra myself, or does my tour operator handle it?
Established tour operators generally build the SiOra reservation into your booking automatically. If you’re arranging an independent visit without an operator, you will need to complete the reservation yourself before arrival.
Is the Rp 700,000 or Rp 3.75 million fee figure I’ve seen online real?
No — those figures trace back to a 2022 premium-fee proposal that was cancelled before taking effect, not the tariff actually in force. See our park status guide for the full history of that proposal.
Is there a separate fee for Padar Island trekking?
No — Padar is covered by the same PNBP entrance fee and the same group ranger fee as the rest of the park. There is no Padar-specific charge in the official tariff.
Do children pay the same entrance fee?
The published PP No. 36/2024 tariff does not list a separate child rate on BTNK’s fee page as of this writing — confirm current policy for young children directly with BTNK or your operator before your trip, since this is a detail worth verifying rather than assuming either way.
Does the ranger fee apply to Pink Beach snorkeling?
No — the mandatory ranger requirement applies specifically to dragon treks on Komodo and Rinca Islands (and the Padar viewpoint hike). Snorkeling stops like Pink Beach or Manta Point are covered by the standard PNBP entrance fee without a separate ranger charge, though your boat will still have its own crew and safety briefing.
What happens if I show up without a SiOra reservation after April 2026?
Based on how the system has been described in Indonesian tourism reporting, SiOra reservation is presented as the sole official entry channel going forward, which means arriving without one risks being turned away or delayed at the gate. This is precisely why booking through an operator who already manages SiOra reservations as standard practice removes the risk for most travelers.
Book a Trip With Fees Handled For You
Komodo Luxury builds the SiOra reservation, entrance fee and ranger fee into its quoted boat rate, so the permit chain described above is not a separate errand you have to run yourself. See Labuan Bajo Tour Packages and Prices for current boat options and pricing.
The fee and permit explainer here will get you to a shortlist; turning it into confirmed dates happens at Komodo Luxury’s Komodo boat tours.
Ask the desk directly about anything in the fee and permit explainer here: WhatsApp +62 811-3823-875, email sales@komodoluxury.com.
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There is also Labuan Bajo tour options, for travellers who want something built differently. The reservation happens at Labuan Bajo yacht rental, with one-day Komodo trip packages as the alternative format.
Essential Trip Planning: Rules, Permits, Accommodation and Costs Beyond the Entrance Fee
The rules changed in April 2026, and they changed how you book rather than what you pay. Every visitor now needs a reservation made online through the SiOra system before travelling, with the park working to daily visitor caps and fixed session slots. Walking up to the jetty and buying a ticket on the morning is no longer possible. Your operator is expected to confirm the reservation on your behalf, and the requirement applies across the whole park — Komodo, Rinca and Padar alike. If you are flying into Labuan Bajo or coming overland from Maumere, the paperwork has to be settled before you arrive, either through your operator or directly on SiOra.
On the ground there is no guided-versus-unguided decision to make. A ranger accompanies every group, because Komodo dragons move freely across the trails and the ranger is the safety system. Rangers enforce a minimum distance from wildlife, keep groups on marked paths, and control how the group moves as a unit. Self-guided trekking is not permitted for anyone: families, couples and solo travellers are treated identically. Trekking, diving and even short beach walks happen under supervision.
Where you sleep is a separate question from where you trek. Accommodation runs from simple homestays in Labuan Bajo to the upmarket harbour hotels, and from a shared cabin on a converted phinisi to a private charter. Value-minded travellers tend to land on shared boats and town lodgings; exclusive liveaboards move the budget sharply upward. Families and groups often find that chartering a whole boat works out cheaper than buying berths one at a time. Overnight stays on land inside the park are not allowed, but sleeping aboard is, provided the vessel is registered and the permit covers each night. Liveaboard operators need both park entry and anchoring clearance, so ask to see both rather than assuming.
Diving costs depend almost entirely on format. A day trip from Labuan Bajo, a multi-day liveaboard and a private charter sit at different price levels, and shared boats with group dives are the cheapest way in. Private guides, remote sites and better boats cost more, and couples should not expect a pair discount — group rates are where the savings sit. Whatever the format, the useful question before paying is what the quoted price actually covers: entry and ranger fees, gear hire, meals and accommodation are bundled by some operators and billed separately by others.
Weather belongs in the same conversation as cost. December falls inside the wet season, which means frequent rain, rougher seas and fewer boats sailing; hotel and liveaboard prices often soften to match the lower demand. One more thing worth knowing if Flores is also on your route: Kelimutu charges its own entrance fee, paid at the crater itself, and it has nothing to do with your Komodo permits. The two parks run separate systems, so arrange them separately. Our Flores travel pricing guide sets out how fees are structured across the island.
More Questions Answered
Can you snorkel in Komodo National Park?
Yes, you can snorkel in Komodo National Park. Snorkelling is permitted at most beaches and is included under the main entrance fee—no extra permit is required. The best conditions fall in the April to November dry season, when visibility is highest and currents are generally manageable for guided groups.
Do I need permits for Komodo National Park?
You do need permits for Komodo National Park. Every visitor must reserve a day-specific entry permit online and pay the standard park fee. Diving and sleeping aboard need no extra government permit; drone flying is the single exception, and it is arranged separately. All permits are checked at park entry points.
Is Komodo National Park expensive?
Komodo National Park is moderately priced compared to other world heritage sites in Southeast Asia. Costs rise for private boats, luxury cruises, or multi-day liveaboards. Travelling in a group and choosing shared boat tours keeps expenses lower. Peak season (July–August) sees higher operator rates.
How to get to Komodo National Park?
The main entry point for Komodo National Park is Labuan Bajo on Flores, reachable via daily flights from Bali and Jakarta. From Labuan Bajo, trips into the park are by boat—day tours, liveaboards, or private charters. Public ferries do not serve the islands inside the park.
Does Komodo National Park have wifi?
Komodo National Park has very limited wifi. Most islands and boats do not offer internet access; mobile signal is patchy at best. Some hotels in Labuan Bajo provide wifi, but once inside the park you should not expect reliable connectivity. Download maps and travel information before departing.
