A Komodo sailing trip is always fun-packed. It includes numerous activities such as stopping at Komodo Island, which is the home to more than 2,000 Komodo dragons.
Ask any boat person, and they will tell you their ideal vacation is sailing across the sea in a yacht, sleeping on the boat and making stops at islands. If you are looking for an excellent destination for your next trip, you should probably consider a Komodo sailing trip. Booking 3-7 days sailing trip will give you enough time to traverse about 2,000km2 of the protected sea in Komodo, Indonesia. If you have already booked your trip, get ready because you are about to visit some of the rarest beaches in the world, explore never-seen-before marine life and even come face-to-face with the fiery Komodo dragons.
A Komodo sailing trip is always fun-packed. It includes numerous activities such as stopping at Komodo Island, which is the home to more than 2,000 Komodo dragons. Komodo dragons are the world’s largest living species of lizards. Komodo dragons are relatively large but don’t misjudge them for their docile looks. They can attain speeds of up to 12 miles per hour, so it’s good to keep our distance.
Other fun activities during the trip include visiting the pink beach, which has excellent spots for swimming, snorkelling, and boat jumping. The pink beach is among the rare beaches in the world. You will also get the chance to visit other islands and islets in the Komodo region. A sailing trip in Komodo can never be complete without visiting the Mesa village, a small fishing village in Komodo. The Mesa village is the home to about 1,500 residents whose source of livelihood is fishing.
While a sailing trip to Komodo is fun, it has its challenges. Knowing the problems, you are about to experience and how to handle them will determine whether you will enjoy your trip or you will regret booking a ticket to Komodo.
Language barrier
Komodo comprises of three giant islands and 26 islets. Only a few islands in Komodo have been inhabited while the rest are wild and with zero civilization. Although Komodo is just one-hour flight from Bali, the region is still far from Bali in terms of civilization. It comprises of small villages who only speak their native language. The guides can speak fluent English, but it’s a different story when you step out of the boat into one of the remote islands. The best you can they can communicate with foreigners is through body language and smiles.
Getting seasick
Have you ever heard of seasickness? Some people can’t enjoy their trip on a boat without getting sick. Seasickness may cause an individual to experience nausea or even vomit. Seasickness mostly occurs when an individual ride on a boat, airplane or an automobile. Symptoms of seasickness include drowsiness, sweating, drooling, dizziness, vomiting, and nausea.
If you suffer from seasickness, you can manage the symptoms by chewing gum, keeping eyes on the horizon, closing eyes, and chewing on a fresh stem of ginger. Also, you can avoid seasickness by keeping off spicy, greasy, or foods with strong odours before and during travel.
Burnouts from field activities
A sailing trip to Komodo comprises of numerous field activities. Some travellers may get carried away by the fun without allowing their bodies enough time to rest. We understand it can be hard to resist fun activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving, or even engaging with long talks with other travellers. Even with all the fun, you will need to give your body and mind enough time to recharge before participating in the next adventure.
Mosquitoes
Komodo region has a higher rate of malaria than the neighbouring Java and Bali according to CDC. You can keep yourself safe by taking malaria pills before the departure. Using mosquito repellents can also help to keep these nasty insects away from your skin.
Extreme temperatures
The rapid changes in temperature in Komodo can be challenging, especially to travellers. Remember you bring your hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, and you will be good to go. When choosing a boat, go for those with air conditioning facility to make your trip more comfortable.
