Would you like to swim with the Whale Sharks in Sumbawa?
But you want a cost-sharing program to be more efficient?
This open trip is the answer! We provide an open trip schedule according to the schedule of their appearance so that you have a greater chance of meeting giant fish in the Saleh Bay Area, Sumbawa.
Sumbawa Whale Shark Open Trip Schedule
| Schedule | Participants | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| August 7, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Done! |
| August 14, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Quota Full! |
| August 21, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Quota Available! |
| August 28, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Quota Available! |
| September 4, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Quota Available! |
| September 11, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Quota Available! |
| September 18, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Quota Available! |
| September 25, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Quota Available! |
| October 2, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Quota Available! |
| October 9, 2024 | Maksimum 10 Pax | Quota Available! |
- The open trip/sharing cost program schedule is only available once a week, every Wednesday according to the date mentioned above
- For those who wish to book outside the above schedule, the only option is a private trip!
- As we can not control the mother nature, and due to the sea conditions that might happen and you can’t see the Whale Shark, we only return your payment IDR 250.000 per person
Sumbawa Whale Shark Open Trip Itinerary
03.30 Early morning meeting point in Labuan Jambu Village, Tarano District, Sumbawa (you should be here the day before and spend the night at a local homestay)
04.00 Brief briefing with our guide then take a local fishing boat to Saleh Bay Area
05.30 Arrive in the middle of the waters of Teluk Saleh then look for “BAGANG” where the whale shark appears. If you have met, the boat will lean on the Bagang
06.00 Prepare and start swimming with the Whale Shark (the duration of the appearance of the Whale Shark can range from 1 – 2 hours)
08.00 Simple breakfast on Bagang then get ready to go back to Labuan Jambu Village
10.00 Arrive at Labuan Jambu Village. Program completed
Per Person
*No minimum quota, 1 person can go!
Service Include
- Fishing boats from Labuan Jambu Village to Bagang in the Saleh Bay Area
- Snorkeling Equipments
- Simple breakfast when above Bagang
- Conservation Fee
- Underwater camera (Gopro Hero 12)
- Mineral Water
- Profesional guide
- Transportation to and from Labuan Jambu Village
- Accomodation in Labuan Jambu Village
Customer Testimonials
Term & Conditions
- Registration of participants is done by paying a full payment maximum 1 day before program.
- Each participant who registers will be included in the whatsapp group to facilitate communication between The Langkah Travel Team and Whale Shark open trip participants.
- Participants who have not paid the payment are considered to have not registered and have not been included in the WhatsApp group.
- The payment that has been transferred by the participant will be forfeited if the cancellation occurs at the participant’s own will.
- Participants who cancel the open trip are allowed to find a replacement on the condition that the replacement participant is searched for by the canceled participant.
- If the cancellation occurs because of the Force Majeure or because it is canceled by us, we will refund 100% of the participant’s payment.
- Prospective participants are deemed to understand and agree to all of the above requirements.
Frequently Asked Question
Can i pay on the spot?
We are sorry you can’t pay on the spot. In order to reserve a slot, you need to make a full payment before the tour program. The purpose of our service is to enable you to arrive on the day of your activity able to start it without anyone having to worry about payments!
When should I be in Labuan Jambu Village?
The trip starts at 03.30 in the morning, so it is highly recommended that you be in Labuan Jambu Village one day before.
You can book accommodation in Labuan Jambu Village, our recommendation is Hotel Alffiah (https://goo.gl/maps/rENHRohzxmBYFVzy7) which is close to the meeting point location.
Where exactly is the location of the meeting point in Labuan Jambu Village?
Our guide is waiting at the meeting point location at 03.30 in the morning with the coordinates: https://goo.gl/maps/DD4sZeNM7UAu5U5j6. We will inform the guide’s name and contact a maximum of one day before the program.
Do you have any suggestions on how to get to Sumbawa Island from Lombok?
You can use public transportation from Mataram City, Lombok, to Sumbawa Besar City, which is approximately a 6-7 hour journey. You can search for public transportation options by using the keyword “Panca Sari Travel” on Google.
Once you arrive in Sumbawa Besar City, you will need to find a way to reach Labuan Jambu Village. Here are a few alternatives:
- Charter a vehicle with a cost of IDR 1,000,000 and stay in Labuan Jambu Village. This price includes a return trip to Sumbawa Besar City after your trip.
- Stay overnight in Sumbawa Besar City, then head to Labuan Jambu Village at 01:00 AM in the early morning to reach the meeting point. For this option, you can use our service at a cost of IDR 250,000 per person and join other participants who also choose this option. (For this option, you do not need to book a hotel in Labuan Jambu).
What equipment do i need?
We provide all the equipment you need (snorkel, mask and fins), but feel free to bring your own
We also suggest bringing ear plugs because of the loud sound of the boat’s engine that will be used to go to the Whale Shark location (tourism is not yet developed so that the facilities and infrastructure are still quite minimal)
Is there an age limit?
This Excursion is for families and children over 6 years old. Children must be able to swim/ snorkel
Payment Method
To book an open trip schedule, you must make a full payment via the company’s bank account.
If you have sent the payment, we will immediately send your payment invoice. Here are our account number:
| Bank Name: | Bank Mandiri |
| Account Name: | PT Langkah Liburan Bersama |
| Bank Account: | 1610006090554 |
| Swift Code: | BMRIIDJA |
| Branch Address: | Jl. Kartini No. 6 RT 002 RW 001, Brang Bara, Sumbawa Besar |
| City: | Sumbawa Besar |
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation up to 3 days before the event will incur a cancellation fee of 25% of the total price
- Cancellation 1 day before or on the day of the event, the deposit is non-refundable
- No-show on the day of the event, with or without prior cancellation, the money is non-refundable
- The guide reserves the right to cancel or change the schedule/itinerary in case of force majeure (bad weather, natural disasters, war, or other events beyond the control of the field crew that could endanger participants or crew)
- Changes or cancellations of the schedule/itinerary due to force majeure are non-refundable
