Saleh Bay Whale Shark Tour — Start from Labuan Jambu Village
For guests already staying in Labuan Jambu who bring their own vehicle.
This package is built for guests already in Labuan Jambu Village, which is why land transport is excluded — most participants arrive in their own vehicle. Six in the morning is the prime moment to see whale sharks, as the bagan fishermen haul in their nets and the sharks move in to feed on the plankton scattered around the boats.
Programme Highlights
- Snorkelling alongside whale sharks in Saleh Bay
- No long pre-dawn drive
- Breakfast and hot drinks served on the bagan
- Private trip, never shared with other guests
Itinerary
Day 1
Whale Shark Trip from Labuan Jambu
Breakfast included
- 03.30Meeting point at Labuan Jambu Village, Tarano District, Sumbawa, then boarding a traditional boat out to the Saleh Bay area
- 05.30Arriving among the bagan platforms while the crew searches for which one the whale sharks have visited
- 06.00Time to snorkel and swim with the whale sharks. Breakfast is served on the bagan
- 08.00Heading back to Labuan Jambu Village
- 10.00Arriving at Labuan Jambu Village. End of programme
This itinerary is flexible and adapts to conditions on the ground. Our guide will manage the timing so your trip stays efficient and enjoyable.
What's Included
Included
- Professional guide
- Traditional boat out to the bagan
- Simple breakfast at the bagan (traditional fishing platform)
- Snorkelling gear (mask, snorkel, and fins)
- Underwater camera (GoPro)
- Entrance and conservation fees
- Towel
- Hot drinks on the bagan (coffee and tea)
- Bottled water
Not Included
- Land transport to Labuan Jambu
- Accommodation
- Other personal expenses
- Tips for the guide and driver
Important Information
- Pickup
- Meeting point at Labuan Jambu Village, Tarano District, at 03.30. Land transport to the village is not included in this package, but we can help arrange it if you need it.
- Transport from Sumbawa Besar
- If you're staying in Sumbawa Besar — whether at a hotel or just arriving at the airport — we're happy to arrange transport to the Labuan Jambu meeting point, including drop-off. The transport cost will be confirmed based on your needs. If you'd like to use this service, please contact us.
- Recommended For
- Guests already staying in Labuan Jambu or arriving in their own vehicle. Suitable for families and children over 6 who can swim.
- Best Time to Visit
- April to November is the best window: calmer seas, clearer water, and the bagan fishermen operating regularly. If your dates are flexible, avoid January to March when the weather turns unpredictable.
What to Bring
- A light jacket for the pre-dawn journey
- Water-resistant sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Earplugs — the boat engine is fairly loud during the crossing
- Swimwear and a change of clothes
- An action cam or waterproof camera if you have one
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IDR 540,000
Package Price Details
Prices are per person. The more guests join, the lower the cost per person — vehicle and boat costs are shared across the group.
| Number of Guests | Harga per Orang |
|---|---|
| 1 Guests | IDR 3,640,000 |
| 2 Guests | IDR 1,900,000 |
| 3 Guests | IDR 1,320,000 |
| 4 Guests | IDR 1,030,000 |
| 5 Guests | IDR 870,000 |
| 6 Guests | IDR 750,000 |
| 7 Guests | IDR 700,000 |
| 8 Guests | IDR 640,000 |
| 9 Guests | IDR 580,000 |
| 10 Guests | IDR 540,000 |
| 11 Guests | IDR 730,000 |
| 12 Guests | IDR 680,000 |
| 13 Guests | IDR 640,000 |
| 14 Guests | IDR 680,000 |
| 15 Guests | IDR 650,000 |
Prices are per person for a private trip. Whale sharks are wild animals and nature is beyond our control — if you don't encounter one on arrival at the site, we refund IDR 1,000,000 of your total payment. For groups larger than 15 guests, please contact us.
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