Do you want to swim with Whale Sharks in Sumbawa?
But you want a cost-sharing program to make it more affordable?
This open trip is the answer! We provide open trip schedules that align with the Whale Sharks’ appearance schedule, increasing your chances of encountering these giant fish in the Saleh Bay area, Sumbawa.
Whale Shark Open Trip Sumbawa Starting from Lombok Schedule
| Month | Date Options |
|---|---|
| March, 2025 | 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 28-29, and 29-30 |
| April, 2025 | 4-5, 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, and 26-27 |
| May, 2025 | 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, and 30-31 |
| June, 2025 | 31 Mei-1, 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, and 28-29 |
| July, 2025 | 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 25-26, and 26-27 |
| August, 2025 | 2-3, 9-10, 15-16, 16-17, 23-24, and 30-31 |
| September, 2025 | 5-6, 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, and 27-28 |
| October, 2025 | 4-5, 10-11, 11-12, 18-19, and 25-26 |
| November, 2025 | 1-2, 8-9, 14-15, 15-16, 22-23, and 29-30 |
| December, 2025 | 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 26-27, and 27-28 |
- The open trip/cost-sharing program is only available according to the schedule listed above
- For those planning a trip outside the above schedule, we can still serve you through a private trip program!
- We cannot defy nature, so if upon arrival you are unlucky and cannot see the Whale Sharks, we will refund IDR 250,000 per person
Itinerary for Whale Shark Open Trip Sumbawa Starting from Lombok
Hari 1: Overland Lombok – Sumbawa
09.00 Meeting point in Mataram City / Senggigi Area / Bangsal Harbor / Kuta Mandalika, then heading to Kayangan Harbor, East Lombok
14.00 Arrive at Kayangan Harbor, then cross by ferry to Poto Tano Harbor, Sumbawa
16.00 Arrive at Poto Tano Harbor, continue the journey to Labuan Jambu Village for the next 5 hours
22.00 Arrive at Labuan Jambu Village, check in to the hotel, and rest
Day 2: Swimming with Whale Sharks – Transfer Out to Lombok (B)
03.30 Early morning wake-up call and preparation to cross using local fishing boats to the Bagang Boats around Saleh Bay
05.30 Arrive at the Bagang Boats area, wait while searching for the Bagang where Whale Sharks are present. Once found, our boat will dock at the Bagang with Whale Sharks
06.00 Time to start snorkeling and interacting with the Whale Sharks. A simple breakfast will be served on the Bagang/Boat
08.00 Return to Labuan Jambu Village, Tarano District
10.00 Arrive at Labuan Jambu Village, check out from the hotel, then continue the overland journey back to Poto Tano Harbor
15.00 Arrive at Poto Tano Harbor, then cross by ferry to Kayangan Harbor, Lombok
17.00 Arrive at Kayangan Harbor, then we will take you to your hotel in Mataram City / Senggigi Area / Kuta Mandalika
19.00 Arrive at the hotel and rest. Program ends
Per Person
*Minimum 4 People
Price Includes
- Round-trip AC transportation from Lombok Island to Labuan Jambu Village
- Round-trip ferry tickets from Kayangan Harbor to Poto Tano Harbor
- One night accommodation/hotel in Labuan Jambu Village
- Traditional fishing boat from Labuan Jambu Village to the Whale Shark location in Saleh Bay
- Simple breakfast on the boat
- Snorkeling equipment
- Underwater documentation (GoPro Hero 12)
- Conservation fee
- Mineral water
- Profesional guide
- Meals during the Lombok – Sumbawa round trip
- Other personal needs
Customer Testimonials
Terms & Conditions
- Registration is done by making full payment at least 1 day before the program.
- Each registered participant will be added to a WhatsApp group for easier communication between The Langkah Travel Team and Whale Shark Open Trip participants.
- Participants who have not made payment are considered unregistered and will not be added to the WhatsApp group.
- Payments made by participants will be forfeited if cancellation is initiated by the participant.
- Participants who cancel are allowed to find a replacement, provided the replacement is found by the canceling participant.
- If cancellation occurs due to Force Majeure or is initiated by us, the participant’s payment will be refunded 100%.
- Prospective participants are deemed to understand and agree to all the above terms.
Whale Shark Open Trip FAQ
Can I pay on the spot?
Sorry, we do not accept on-the-spot payments. To reserve your slot, you must make full payment before the program. Our service aims to allow you to arrive on D-Day and start the trip without worrying about payment!
What time exactly will participants be picked up?
We will pick you up at your hotel. Pick-up is done in stages, starting from the farthest to the nearest location, with estimated times as follows:
- Bangsal Harbor: Starting at 09.00 WITA
- Senggigi Area: Around 10.00 WITA
- Mataram City: Around 10.30 WITA
- Kuta Mandalika Area: Around 11.00 WITA
Pick-up times are flexible, but we will try to follow the above schedule. For participants picked up earlier, we ask for your patience and cooperation to wait in the car while picking up other participants.
Thank you for your understanding!
Can I touch the Whale Sharks?
No! Whale Sharks are a protected marine species, and their skin is covered with a sensitive mucous membrane that should not be touched (thank you!).
What equipment should I bring?
We provide snorkeling equipment (snorkel, mask, and fins), but you are free to bring your own.
We also recommend bringing earplugs due to the noise of the boat engine used to reach the Whale Shark location (the underdeveloped tourism infrastructure means facilities are still minimal).
Payment Method
To reserve your spot on our open trip schedule, we only accept full payment before the open trip program begins.
Once you have made the payment, we will immediately send your payment invoice. Here are our bank account details:
- BANK BNI 0906912179 (PT Langkah Liburan Bersama)
- BANK MANDIRI 1610006090554 (PT Langkah Liburan Bersama)
