1. Meeting Point
Your meeting point is at Cafe Opik in Senaru, North of Lombok. Our team will pick you up directly from your accommodation in Mataram, Senggigi, Bangsal Harbour between 08:00 – 08:30 AM to start the journey.
Signature journey
Whale Shark Tour - 2 Days 1 Night
Experience swimming with whale sharks in Sumbawa with hotel pick-up from Lombok (Mataram, Senggigi, Bangsal). Choose Open Shared or Private tour options.
Book this tour2. Finish Point
After the trip, on the way back to Lombok, we will drop you off to Cafe Opik in Senaru, Mataram city / Senggigi / Bangsal area. If you have already booked a hotel in one of these areas, we can take you directly to your accommodation.
Prices
Private Tour
Option 1 (1–3 people) – Avanza
Private Solo
1 person
262145 6.000.000 flat rate
Private Couple
2 persons
262145 3.500.000 / person
3 Persons
3 persons
262145 3.000.000 / person
Option 2 (4–5 people) – Innova Reborn
4 Persons
4 persons
262145 2.750.000 / person
5 Persons
5 persons
262145 2.550.000 / person
Option 3 (6–8 people) – HiAce
6 Persons
6 persons
262145 2.400.000 / person
7 Persons
7 persons
262145 2.000.000 / person
8 Persons
8 persons
262145 1.900.000 / person
Open Shared
Join with other travelers
Shared trip with other guests — a great way to reduce cost while enjoying the same experience.
Includes
What’s included
- Air-conditioned car for all land transfers
- Professional driver and local partner/guide
- Hotel pick-up from your accommodation around Mataram City, Senggigi, Bangsal harbour
- Land transfer from Meeting Point at Cafe Opik in Senaru to the accommodation near the whale shark point in Sumbawa
- Return transfer after the whale shark trip from Sumbawa back to Lombok (Cafe Opik in Senaru, Mataram / Senggigi / Bangsal)
- Public ferry tickets (round trip Lombok – Sumbawa – Lombok)
- Mineral water and cool box during the transfer
- Air-conditioned accommodation for 2 people (double bed or twin beds) near the whale shark area
- Boat charter to the whale shark point + entrance fee
- Snorkeling guide
- GoPro documentation and video footage
- Light snacks on the boat (such as bread)
- Snorkeling equipment
Notes
Important notes
Solo travelers or couples may join other travelers to share the trip and reduce operational costs.
We provide luggage storage at Cafe Opik in Senaru if you prefer not to bring too many items during the tour. Alternatively, you may bring your luggage during the transfer and leave it at your accommodation near the whale shark point, bringing only the items you need for the exploration.
Itinerary
Experience an unforgettable journey from Lombok to Saleh Bay, Sumbawa, home to one of Indonesia's most remarkable wildlife encounters. Swim alongside the world's largest fish in their natural habitat while enjoying a carefully organized adventure with our professional team.
Please Note:
All times are approximate and may vary depending on weather conditions, sea conditions, traffic, and ferry schedules.
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from Lombok, followed by a comfortable overland and ferry journey to Sumbawa.
Pick-up from your hotel in one of the following locations:
Enjoy a scenic drive of approximately 4 hours to Kayangan Harbour, located on the eastern coast of Lombok.
Board the public ferry from Kayangan Harbour (Lombok) to Poto Tano Harbour (Sumbawa).
Estimated crossing time: approximately 2 hours.
Upon arrival in Sumbawa, continue by private vehicle to your accommodation near Labuan Jambu, the gateway to Saleh Bay.
Estimated driving time: approximately 4 hours.
The total journey from Lombok to your hotel in Sumbawa takes approximately 10 hours, including both land transportation and the ferry crossing.
After checking in, you will have time to relax and prepare for the following day's adventure.
Activities include:
Overnight stay in Sumbawa.
The day begins before sunrise, when whale sharks are most frequently encountered in Saleh Bay.
Cruise into Saleh Bay in search of the magnificent whale sharks.
Once located, enjoy the unforgettable experience of swimming and snorkeling alongside these gentle giants under the supervision of our experienced guides.
As whale sharks are wild animals, sightings depend on natural conditions including weather, sea conditions, and animal movements.
* Land transfer to Poto Tano Harbour
* Ferry crossing to Kayangan Harbour
* Transfer back to your hotel in Lombok, Senaru / Bangsal Harbour Area / Senggigi / Mataram
We recommend bringing:
Whale sharks are wild marine animals living freely in their natural environment. Although Saleh Bay offers one of the highest whale shark sighting rates in Indonesia, encounters can never be guaranteed.
To maximize your chances of a successful encounter, no whale shark search is conducted on Day 1. Guests are encouraged to rest after the journey so they are well prepared for the early morning excursion.
The whale shark search begins on Day 2.
In the unlikely event that whale sharks are not encountered on Day 2, we will extend the search to Day 3 at no additional cost to our guests.
As part of this commitment, Whale Shark Indonesia will cover all additional expenses, including:
Our goal is to provide every guest with the best possible opportunity to experience swimming with whale sharks while maintaining responsible and respectful wildlife tourism.
Please Note: Wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed. Whale sharks are free-ranging animals, and their presence depends entirely on natural environmental conditions. While our experienced team monitors their movements daily to maximize the likelihood of encounters, we cannot control nature. We appreciate your understanding and are committed to making your journey safe, enjoyable, and memorable regardless of wildlife activity.
Detailed Itinerary
Detailed Itinerary – Lombok Whale Shark Tour (2 Days / 1 Night)
Experience an unforgettable journey from Lombok to Saleh Bay, Sumbawa, home to one of Indonesia's most remarkable wildlife encounters. Swim alongside the world's largest fish in their natural habitat while enjoying a carefully organized adventure with our professional team.
Please Note:
All times are approximate and may vary depending on weather conditions, sea conditions, traffic, and ferry schedules.
Day 1 – Journey from Lombok to Sumbawa
Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from Lombok, followed by a comfortable overland and ferry journey to Sumbawa.
Transportation Schedule
🚐 Land Transfer – Lombok
Pick-up from your hotel in one of the following locations:
- Mataram
- Senggigi
- Bangsal Harbour
- Cafe Opik, Senaru (North Lombok)
Enjoy a scenic drive of approximately 4 hours to Kayangan Harbour, located on the eastern coast of Lombok.
⛴️ Ferry Crossing
Board the public ferry from Kayangan Harbour (Lombok) to Poto Tano Harbour (Sumbawa).
Estimated crossing time: approximately 2 hours.
🚐 Land Transfer – Sumbawa
Upon arrival in Sumbawa, continue by private vehicle to your accommodation near Labuan Jambu, the gateway to Saleh Bay.
Estimated driving time: approximately 4 hours.
Total Travel Time
The total journey from Lombok to your hotel in Sumbawa takes approximately 10 hours, including both land transportation and the ferry crossing.
Upon Arrival
After checking in, you will have time to relax and prepare for the following day's adventure.
Activities include:
- Hotel check-in
- Free time to rest
- Tour briefing
- Safety orientation
- Preparation for the early morning whale shark excursion
Overnight stay in Sumbawa.
Day 2 – Whale Shark Snorkeling Experience & Return to Lombok
The day begins before sunrise, when whale sharks are most frequently encountered in Saleh Bay.
Early Morning
- Wake-up call
- Transfer to the local harbour
- Board the snorkeling boat
Whale Shark Experience
Cruise into Saleh Bay in search of the magnificent whale sharks.
Once located, enjoy the unforgettable experience of swimming and snorkeling alongside these gentle giants under the supervision of our experienced guides.
As whale sharks are wild animals, sightings depend on natural conditions including weather, sea conditions, and animal movements.
After the Excursion
- Return to the hotel
- Enjoy breakfast
- Check out of the hotel
- Begin the return journey to Lombok via the same route:
* Land transfer to Poto Tano Harbour
* Ferry crossing to Kayangan Harbour
* Transfer back to your hotel in Lombok, Senaru / Bangsal Harbour Area / Senggigi / Mataram
What to Bring
We recommend bringing:
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Hat and sunglasses
- Comfortable clothing
- Change of clothes
- Personal medication
- Waterproof camera or GoPro (optional)
Our Extended Search Commitment
Whale sharks are wild marine animals living freely in their natural environment. Although Saleh Bay offers one of the highest whale shark sighting rates in Indonesia, encounters can never be guaranteed.
To maximize your chances of a successful encounter, no whale shark search is conducted on Day 1. Guests are encouraged to rest after the journey so they are well prepared for the early morning excursion.
The whale shark search begins on Day 2.
If Whale Sharks Are Not Found
In the unlikely event that whale sharks are not encountered on Day 2, we will extend the search to Day 3 at no additional cost to our guests.
As part of this commitment, Whale Shark Indonesia will cover all additional expenses, including:
- One extra night's accommodation
- Extended boat charter
- Boat crew and guide services
- Operational costs for the additional search day
Our goal is to provide every guest with the best possible opportunity to experience swimming with whale sharks while maintaining responsible and respectful wildlife tourism.
Please Note: Wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed. Whale sharks are free-ranging animals, and their presence depends entirely on natural environmental conditions. While our experienced team monitors their movements daily to maximize the likelihood of encounters, we cannot control nature. We appreciate your understanding and are committed to making your journey safe, enjoyable, and memorable regardless of wildlife activity.
Booking
Choose your option
Select the tour type that matches your group size, then continue to booking.