KANAWA ISLAND
White Sand Beach, Snorkeling & Stargazing Paradise
White Sand Beach, Snorkeling & Stargazing Paradise
Discover Kanawa Island near Labuan Bajo - 30 hectares of white sand beach, crystal clear water and amazing house reef. Best snorkeling, trekking & stargazing spot in Komodo National Park.
Looking for a laid-back escape from Labuan Bajo? Kanawa Island is your answer.
Just a short 45-minute boat trip from Labuan Bajo, Kanawa Island is a 30-hectare tropical paradise set within Komodo National Park. With its white sandy beaches and crystal-clear sea water, it's the perfect place to unwind after trekking with Komodo dragons.
Why Visit Kanawa Island?
1. World-Class Snorkeling Right Off The Jetty
Kanawa is famous for its house reef. You don't need to go far - just jump off the wooden jetty and you are in a coral garden. The coral garden lives up to its name with beautiful coral reefs and diverse marine wildlife. It's the right place to do snorkeling or just swimming around.
2. More Than Just a Beach
This island offers more than just beach life. Visitors who want to see sunset panoramic views can go trekking to the top of its small hill. The hike offers stunning 360-degree views and is perfect for sunset. When the sun has set, this island becomes a romantic location for stargazing with zero light pollution.
3. Top-Rated Island in Labuan Bajo
Kanawa Island is ranked as one of the top 3 things to do in Labuan Bajo and has won a Travellers' Choice award, ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
How to Visit:
Kanawa Island is included in almost every Komodo Island Day Tour with snorkeling. Most itineraries end the day with a final stop at Kanawa Island, offering clear waters for snorkeling, swimming, or simply resting before returning to Labuan Bajo.
Add Kanawa Island to your Komodo National Park sailing trip - where tranquility meets natural wonder!
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