Komodo National Park from Riung: What You Need to Know Before You Go

Komodo National Park’s entrance tariff, under national PNBP regulation PP 36/2024, is Rp 250,000 flat for foreign (WNA) visitors and Rp 50,000 on regular days / Rp 75,000 on public holidays for domestic (WNI) visitors — separate from guide and conservation/dermaga fees typically bundled locally, which bring a realistic total for a foreign visitor’s single day to roughly Rp 400,000–525,000. The often-repeated Rp 700,000 figure is not this daily tariff — it traces to a 2022 premium-tariff proposal that was ultimately shelved, or to a bundled package total, not the government entrance fee itself. This guide covers what’s actually official, sourced to the park’s own tariff page, for travelers adding Komodo onto a Riung trip.

The official entrance tariff, laid out clearly

Source: tnkomodo.ksdae.kehutanan.go.id, “Harga Karcis dan Daya Dukung Wisata” page. This is the government entrance fee only — guide fees (commonly bundled at roughly Rp 150,000 per group of 1–5 people) and conservation/dermaga fees add to this total, which is why the realistic all-in cost for a foreign visitor’s single day at the park runs roughly Rp 400,000–525,000 once these layers are combined, rather than the bare Rp 250,000 ticket price alone.

Where does the Rp 700,000 figure come from, and why is it wrong as a “daily tariff”?

Rp 700,000 is not the current official daily entrance tariff. It traces back to a 2022 proposal for a premium annual-membership-style tariff structure for Komodo National Park that was ultimately not implemented as proposed, and it is sometimes conflated with a bundled tour package total quoted by a specific operator rather than the park’s own ticket price. If you see Rp 700,000 quoted as “the Komodo entrance fee,” treat it as outdated or conflated rather than current, and check the figures in the table above against the park’s own tariff page for the current number.

The daily quota: 1,000 visitors, park-wide, not per site

Komodo National Park operates under a daily visitor quota of 1,000 people across the whole park (official TN Komodo tariff and quota page), split across three visiting sessions per day — this is a park-wide quota, not a separate per-site quota for Padar, Komodo Island, or any individual landing point. Do not assume “1,000 visitors to Padar” or similar per-site framing; the quota governs total park entries for the day, distributed across sessions.

SiOra: mandatory since April 2026

SiOra (the park’s visitor registration/booking system) has been mandatory since April 2026. Book through SiOra or through an operator who handles SiOra registration on your behalf — this is now a required step for entry, not an optional convenience, and should be built into your booking timeline rather than left until arrival at the harbour.

How this connects to a Riung-based Flores trip

Komodo National Park and Riung’s 17 Islands are entirely separate parks under separate management — a Riung entrance ticket (reported at roughly Rp 5,000 domestic / up to Rp 100,000 foreign, with no official published tariff located) does not grant Komodo access, and the reverse is also true. If your Flores trip includes both, budget for both tariffs independently — see our Riung tickets and permits page for that side of the cost stack, and our combined Riung and Komodo itinerary for how the two legs and their separate logistics fit into one trip.

Breaking down the realistic total cost for one day

This total does not include your boat charter itself, which is quoted separately by whichever operator you book with — the figures above cover only the government and park-side fees layered on top of park access.

What a standard single day at the park actually covers

A typical single-day Komodo booking combines a dragon-viewing site (commonly Komodo Island or Rinca), a short trek to a viewpoint such as Padar, and one reef stop for snorkeling — Pink Beach or Kanawa are the two most commonly included, covered in more depth on our Komodo snorkeling highlights guide. Fitting all three into one day is a full, early-start itinerary rather than a relaxed one; if you want unhurried time at each stop, plan for two days rather than one.

Booking the Komodo leg

For the actual boat, guide, and itinerary side of a Komodo National Park visit — as distinct from the government entrance tariff covered above — Komodo Luxury’s boat trip, day tour, and private trip listings operate out of Labuan Bajo and typically handle SiOra registration and park logistics as part of the booking, which is worth confirming explicitly when you book rather than assuming it by default.

What to see once you’re in the park

A standard Komodo day covers a subset of Padar’s viewpoint, a Komodo dragon viewing site, and a reef stop such as Pink Beach or Kanawa — our Komodo snorkeling highlights guide covers the reef side of that day in more depth, and our longer Flores itinerary shows how much time to actually allocate if you want more than a single rushed day.

Frequently asked questions

Is Rp 700,000 the current Komodo National Park entrance fee?

No. The current official tariff under PP 36/2024 is Rp 250,000 flat for foreign visitors and Rp 50,000/Rp 75,000 for domestic visitors. Rp 700,000 traces to a shelved 2022 premium-tariff proposal or a bundled package total, not the government ticket price.

Does the 1,000-visitor quota apply separately to Padar Island?

No. It is a park-wide daily quota split across three visiting sessions, not a per-site quota specific to Padar or any single landing point.

Do I need to register through SiOra before visiting?

Yes, since April 2026 SiOra registration is mandatory for entry. Book directly or confirm your tour operator handles this registration on your behalf before you travel.

Can I use my Riung 17 Islands entrance ticket at Komodo National Park?

No. The two parks are separately managed with separate tariffs; a Riung ticket does not grant Komodo access and vice versa.

Practical links between a Riung trip and a Komodo leg

Most travellers who add Komodo National Park after Riung are trying to keep costs predictable and logistics simple. This section connects the real fees and systems at Komodo with what you will already be doing in Riung, including how the Riung entrance fee 2026 typically compares, what to pre-book online, and what is still arranged in person once you reach Flores.

If you are still deciding how much time to split between the two marine areas, start with the overview of islands, anchoring rules and habitat in the guide to 17 Islands Marine Park Riung: Status, Size and Islands, then match that to Komodo’s quota system and walking tracks described earlier on this page.

Because information about Riung is scattered across forums and older posts, treat any generic “Riung national park” references with caution. The 17 Islands are a separate, smaller Taman Wisata Alam; the detailed, current picture is kept updated in the site-wide guide Riung 17 Islands: The Complete Guide to Flores Quietest Marine Park, which you can cross-check against Komodo’s official tariff page linked above.

Is snorkeling in Riung 17 Islands Marine Park as good as in Komodo National Park?

Quality is different rather than better or worse. Riung has healthy patch reefs, calm water and relaxed, low-traffic sites, good for beginners and long, easy swims. Komodo National Park has more dramatic walls, stronger currents, and higher big-fish potential but needs careful timing and guiding. For fish density and coral variety, Komodo wins; for mellow surface snorkelling days between overland bus legs, Riung is usually the lower-stress choice.

Do you need a guide for Riung island hopping if you already booked Komodo rangers?

You must hire a local boat in Riung, but there is no mandated walking ranger system like Komodo’s. Most skippers simply anchor, barbecue and point out snorkel spots. If you want detailed reef or bird explanations, ask at your guesthouse for a captain who speaks some English. The article Doing Riung 17 Islands Independently, Without an Agency sets out realistic prices and how much guiding to expect.

Do you need a scooter in Riung, or can you walk everywhere?

Riung town is compact enough to walk between most homestays, warung and the small harbour. A scooter is useful only if you want to reach coastal viewpoints, hot springs inland, or stay slightly outside the village grid. Road lighting is limited after dark, so ride carefully. You do not need a scooter to organise or join standard boat trips to the islands, which leave from the waterfront.

How does the Riung entrance fee 2026 compare with Komodo’s official tariff?

The local retribusi for the 17 Islands is a small, separate charge collected before boarding, far below Komodo’s PP 36/2024 tariff. Independent reports put it in the low tens of thousands of rupiah for Indonesians and up to around a hundred thousand for foreigners, per person. There is no published online tariff for Riung, so confirm on the day. In practice, operators often fold it into the quoted boat price.

Is there really a place called Riung National Park Flores, and is it linked to Komodo?

“Riung national park Flores” and “Riung national park Indonesia” appear frequently in search, but are misleading. The correct designation is Taman Wisata Alam Laut 17 Pulau Riung, managed separately from Komodo National Park with its own small entrance retribusi and rules. Paying at one does not cover the other, and neither ticket is interchangeable, even if a tour brochure markets them together in a longer Flores itinerary.

Do you need a special guide to see the flying foxes in Riung, or is a boat captain enough?

You do not need a licensed wildlife guide specifically for the bats. To see Ontoloe’s fruit bats lifting off at dusk, you charter a standard Riung day boat and agree a late return. Captains know the mangrove roosts and suitable anchoring distance. A naturalist guide can add context on species and tides, but is optional rather than a requirement, unlike Komodo’s mandatory ranger system.

Are there shaded areas or trees on the islands in Riung, or do I need to bring an umbrella?

Several of Riung’s sand spits have almost no natural shade, while larger islands have patchy coconut or scrubby trees set back from the high-tide line. Your boat roof gives the most reliable shade during midday heat. A hat, long-sleeved shirt and high-SPF sunscreen are more practical than an umbrella in the breeze. Komodo’s main viewpoints are similarly exposed, especially Padar’s ridge.

How should I plan cash, fuel and weekend timing when combining Riung and Komodo?

There is no ATM culture at the Riung waterfront, and card payments are unreliable. Treat Mbay as the last reliable ATM before the coast, and the same stretch as the last dependable petrol station. Check Komodo’s quota and public-holiday tariffs in advance, and avoid leaving both your Komodo booking and Riung boat negotiations to a single peak-season weekend.

Once you move from sketching routes in a Riung travel blog 2026 notebook to fixing dates around quotas and seas, it is time to decide whether to keep things fully independent or bolt on a crewed Komodo leg. If you outgrow a simple Riung weekend getaway package, look at a cabin-based Komodo liveaboard, a full-boat private boat charter, or wider-region luxury cruise Indonesia options.