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A person swimming underwater with a whale shark. 2
A diver swimming near a large whale. 3
A diver swimming with a large shark in clear blue water. 4
A diver swimming near large whale sharks in clear blue water. 5
By Oke Rinjani – Whale Shark & Rinjani Trekking Specialist

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$299 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Swim with whale sharks in their natural habitat
    • Overnight island camping experience
    • Start early for a better chance of spotting whale sharks
    • Join a small-group shared tour
    • Use the included snorkelling equipment

Activity location

    • Mataram
    • Mataram, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Mataram
    • Mataram, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia

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Lombok: Amazing 2-day, 1-night Shared Whale Shark Adventure

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

2-day, 1-night shared trip from Lombok to Saleh Bay. Includes shared local transport, public ferry, local accommodation with AC, traditional Begog boat, whale shark snorkelling, and simple breakfast. Bilingual live guide in Indonesian and English.

Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$299.17 x 2 AdultsNZ$598.34
Total
Price is NZ$598.34

From Lombok: 2-Day Whale Shark Trip with private Car

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

This 2-day, 1-night whale shark adventure from Lombok includes private car transport for your group, one night in a private room at a local hotel or guesthouse in Labuan Jambu, and a shared boat trip to observe whale sharks in Saleh Bay, Sumbawa.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$897.51 x 2 AdultsNZ$1,795.02
Total
Price is NZ$1,795.02

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    What’s Included
  • Inclusions
    Return transfer by shared transport or shuttle bus
  • Inclusions
    Documentation with GoPro
  • Inclusions
    Land and boat transfers
  • Inclusions
    Licensed local guide
  • Inclusions
    Snorkelling equipment (mask and life jacket)
  • Inclusions
    1-night room stay
  • Inclusions
    Breakfast on Day 2 time one the boat and hotel
  • Inclusions
    Mineral water during the trip
  • Inclusions
    Small group sharing boat tour
  • Inclusions
    Safety briefing and basic first aid kit
  • Exclusions
    Not Included
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
  • Exclusions
    Travel insurance
  • Exclusions
    Tips for guide and boat crew (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Personal snorkelling gear (if you prefer to bring your own)
  • Exclusions
    Additional accommodation before or after the trip
  • Exclusions
    Meals other than the included breakfast

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
    • Not suitable for: People over 70 years, People over 95 years

What you can expect

  • Shared Whale Shark Trip – Important Information

    This is a shared trip, not a private journey. Transport is shared with local passengers and other travellers. The vehicle may make frequent stops to pick up and drop off passengers. These stops cannot be avoided.

    The journey may take 8–10 hours or longer due to passenger stops, traffic, ferry schedules and queues, road conditions, and local transport operations. If you require a private vehicle or direct transfer without passenger stops, this option is not suitable for you.

    Pickup Times

    • Bangsal Harbour: around 8:30 AM
    • Senggigi: around 9:30 AM
    • Mataram: around 10:00 AM

    Times are approximate and may vary. Please be ready 10–15 minutes before your estimated pickup time.

    Journey to Sumbawa

    Travel to Kayangan Harbour (around 2 hours), then take a public ferry to Poto Tano, Sumbawa (around 1.5–2 hours, excluding waiting and boarding). Continue by road to Labuan Jambu. The total journey usually takes 8–10 hours or longer, depending on traffic, ferry operations, weather, and road conditions.

    Accommodation

    Stay in a local hotel or guesthouse in Labuan Jambu. As this is a remote area, facilities may be basic compared with larger tourist destinations. Rooms have air conditioning, subject to availability.

    Whale Shark Adventure

    At around 4:00 AM, travel to the harbour and board a traditional wooden Begog boat to the bagang fishing platforms. The journey usually takes around 1 hour or longer, depending on sea conditions and location.

    Snorkelling usually begins around 7:00 AM, depending on weather, sea conditions, and whale shark activity. A simple breakfast of coffee, tea, bread, and fruit is provided on the boat.

    Important Whale Shark Information

    A small amount of food may be provided to attract whale sharks and encourage them to remain near the fishing platforms briefly, offering a better opportunity to observe them and swim or snorkel nearby. However, whale sharks are wild animals, and their behaviour cannot be controlled or guaranteed.

    Based on our experience, the estimated chance of seeing whale sharks is around 80–90%, but sightings are not guaranteed. They may approach the boat, remain visible briefly, stay at a distance, move away, or not appear at all.

    No refund or compensation is provided if whale sharks are not sighted, as their presence and behaviour are beyond the operator’s control.

Location

Activity location

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    • Mataram
    • Mataram, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Mataram
    • Mataram, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia