Komodo National Park Fees 2026

In 2026 a foreign visitor (WNA) pays from USD 40-50 per person. Indonesian citizens (WNI) pay USD 20-25 per person. On top of the entrance ticket you also pay a ranger/guide fee per island landing and small per-person surcharges for trekking, snorkeling and diving. This page lays out every real number in one table, explains which fee applies where, and tells you honestly which of these your boat price usually does and does not include.

All rates below were checked August 2026. The park authority (Balai Taman Nasional Komodo) has revised this schedule several times since 2019, so treat these as your planning numbers and confirm the live rate when you book — we keep this table current from the harbour every quarter.

Not sure which fees your boat already covers? Send us your route and passenger count on WhatsApp at +62 811 3823 875 or email [email protected]. We will tell you exactly what you pay at the gate on the day you sail.

The Komodo National Park Fee Table (2026)

Here is the short answer most people are searching for. The entrance ticket is the main charge, and it is split by nationality (WNA foreign / WNI Indonesian) and by ticket length.

Entrance ticket only — checked August 2026. Ranger, trekking, snorkeling and diving fees below are collected separately.

The add-on charges are smaller but real, and they are what surprises people at the gate. These are the typical 2026 rates collected per island landing or per activity:

Ranger & Trekking Fees per Island

Every land trek inside Komodo National Park needs a licensed ranger, and that ranger fee is charged per group, per island — it is not part of your entrance ticket. On Komodo and Rinca the ranger is mandatory for safety around the dragons; on Padar it is effectively required on the standard trail.

The ranger fee is typically IDR 80,000–120,000 for a group of up to about five people, so on a full open-trip boat it splits down to a few thousand rupiah each. Your guide usually collects and pays this at the ranger post while you start the trek. The small trekking surcharge (about IDR 5,000 per person per island) is collected at the same counter.

Practical notes from the gate:

• You cannot walk the dragon trails without a ranger — this is non-negotiable and there is no self-guided option.
• Ranger fees are the same regardless of trail length; the short and medium trails cost the same.
• On a shared boat the crew normally handles ranger payment as a group; on a private charter confirm whether it is included or paid on the day.

Snorkeling & Activity Fees

Snorkeling, diving and marine activities carry their own small per-person surcharges on top of the entrance ticket. These are the fees that fund reef management at spots like Manta Point, Pink Beach and Taka Makassar.

• Snorkeling fee: around IDR 15,000 per person, collected when you take part in a marine activity inside the park.
• Diving fee: around IDR 25,000 per diver per day — dive operators usually build this into their price.
• Marine tourism / observation fees: IDR 15,000–25,000 per person at managed sites such as Pink Beach and Manta Point.

On a typical open trip these activity fees are minor and often bundled by the operator, but they are real line items in the official schedule, so budget a little extra cash. If you are a snorkeler rather than a diver, you still pay the snorkeling and marine activity surcharges — there is no way to skip the park fees just because you stay near the surface.

Padar, Komodo, Rinca: Which Fee Applies Where

Padar, Komodo and Rinca all sit inside Komodo National Park, so your single park ticket covers entry to all of them — but the on-island fees differ. This is the point that confuses most first-timers, so here is which charge applies at each landing.

So there is no separate “Padar Island entrance fee” or “Pink Beach entrance fee” as a standalone ticket — those searches really mean the park ticket plus the small trekking or marine surcharge at that landing. You buy one park ticket and it is valid across every island your boat visits within the ticket dates.

Are These Fees Included in Your Boat Price?

On most budget and open (shared) trips, park fees are NOT included — you pay them separately at the gate. On mid-range and premium packages, they are more often bundled into the quoted price. Always confirm this before you pay a deposit, because it is the single biggest reason two “same” quotes end up costing different amounts.

Here is how it usually breaks down by trip type:

• Shared speedboat day trips (from around IDR 1.3M): park fees almost always excluded — budget the 1-day ticket on top.
• Open / shared 3D2N trips (market rate IDR 3.5–6.5M) and Lombok–Flores crossings (budget open trips from around IDR 2,500,000): park fees usually excluded and collected on the day; the dated IDR 650,000 ticket is the number to add.
• Private charters and named-phinisi packages: more likely to include park fees in the headline price — but read the inclusions list and ask directly.

When you compare operators, the honest question is always “does your price include Komodo National Park fees, ranger and activity fees, or are those paid at the gate?” A clear operator answers in one line. If the answer is vague, add IDR 650,000 (WNA) or IDR 350,000 (WNI) plus a little for guide and activity fees to your own budget so you are never caught short.

Not sure which fees your boat already covers? Send us your route and passenger count on WhatsApp at +62 811 3823 875 or email [email protected]. We will tell you exactly what you pay at the gate on the day you sail.

Cash, Change & Receipts at the Gate

Bring the park fees in cash — Indonesian Rupiah, small notes — because card machines at the ranger posts are unreliable and there is no ATM inside the park. The nearest cash points are in Labuan Bajo, so draw what you need before you board.

• Carry small denominations. Rangers rarely have change for a fresh IDR 100,000 note when the fee is a few thousand rupiah.
• Ask for your receipt. Official tickets and ranger receipts are printed or stamped; keep them until you leave the park in case of a spot check.
• Have exact fees per person ready. On a full boat, collecting cash mid-trek is chaotic — sort it the night before with your crew.
• Do not pay a “no-receipt” fee. Legitimate fees always come with a ticket or a stamped receipt. If someone asks for cash with no paperwork, ask your guide.

A safe rule of thumb: a foreign couple on a 3D2N trip should carry around IDR 1.5M in small notes for both dated tickets plus guide and activity surcharges, with a little spare. It is far easier to overdraw a bit in Labuan Bajo than to be short at Loh Liang.

Rule Changes to Watch

Komodo National Park fees have changed repeatedly since 2019, and the schedule can shift again — so the dates on your ticket and the live rate at booking matter more than any figure written months earlier. We update this page every quarter from the harbour, but here is what to keep an eye on.

• The 2022 conservation-fee episode: the park briefly proposed a very high annual membership fee, then rolled it back after operator pushback. That history is why locals confirm the live rate every season rather than trusting an old article.
• Weekday vs weekend: some earlier schedules split the foreign entrance fee into weekday and weekend rates. The 2026 rate most operators quote is a flat daily figure, but confirm your travel dates when you buy.
• Dated-ticket mechanics: the IDR 650,000 3D2N ticket is dated — if your park days move, the ticket may need re-issuing. Align ticket dates with your real itinerary.
• Nationality proof: WNI (Indonesian) rates need a KTP or valid ID; foreign visitors pay the WNA rate on a passport.

None of this should worry you — it just means you check the current number the way we do. Message us on WhatsApp before you travel and we will confirm the exact 2026 fees for your dates and route.

Not sure which fees your boat already covers? Send us your route and passenger count on WhatsApp at +62 811 3823 875 or email [email protected]. We will tell you exactly what you pay at the gate on the day you sail.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Komodo National Park entrance fee in 2026?

In 2026 a foreign visitor (WNA) pays USD 40-50 per person. Indonesian citizens (WNI) pay USD 20-25 per person. Ranger, trekking and activity fees are collected separately at each island. Rates checked August 2026.

What is the Komodo National Park entrance fee for foreigners?

A foreign visitor pays from USD 40-50. This is the entrance ticket only; a ranger fee per group and small trekking, snorkeling and diving surcharges are added on the day.

Is the Komodo park fee included in my boat trip price?

Usually not on budget and open (shared) trips — you pay park fees separately at the gate. Private charters and premium packages more often bundle them in. Always ask the operator directly whether the quote includes park, ranger and activity fees before you pay a deposit.

Do I pay a separate ranger fee in Komodo?

Yes. A licensed ranger is mandatory for the dragon treks on Komodo and Rinca and is charged per group, per island — typically IDR 80,000–120,000 for a group of up to five. On a shared boat that splits to a few thousand rupiah each, and your crew usually collects it at the ranger post.

Is there a separate entrance fee for Padar Island?

No. Padar sits inside Komodo National Park, so your single park ticket covers it. On Padar you pay only a small trekking surcharge (about IDR 5,000) on the standard sunrise trail. There is no standalone Padar Island ticket.

How much is the snorkeling fee in Komodo National Park?

The snorkeling activity fee is around IDR 15,000 per person, collected inside the park. Diving is about IDR 25,000 per diver per day. Managed marine sites like Pink Beach and Manta Point may add a small IDR 15,000–25,000 observation fee. Snorkelers still pay park fees — you cannot skip them by staying near the surface.

Can I pay Komodo National Park fees by card?

Plan to pay in cash. Card machines at the ranger posts are unreliable and there is no ATM inside the park, so draw Indonesian Rupiah in small notes in Labuan Bajo before you board. Always keep your printed ticket or stamped ranger receipt until you leave the park.

What if Komodo park fees change before my trip?

The park has revised its fees several times since 2019, so confirm the live rate when you book rather than trusting an old figure. Your ticket is dated to your park days, and Indonesian rates need a KTP while foreigners pay on a passport. Message us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the exact 2026 fees for your route and dates.