Kanawa Island Destination

Tucked away in the Komodo National Park, Kanawa Island is a tropical paradise waiting to be explored. With its white-sand beach, calm turquoise lagoon, and easy snorkeling conditions, this small island is an ideal destination for those seeking a relaxing marine experience.

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Kanawa Island Overview

Kanawa Island is a small island located about 15 kilometres northeast of Labuan Bajo, on the western tip of Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. The island is known for its white-sand beach, calm turquoise lagoon, and easy snorkeling conditions. With clear visibility and reef close to shore, Kanawa provides an accessible and low-effort marine experience compared to more remote dive sites in Komodo National Park.

Kanawa Island

Why Kanawa Island Is A Must-Visit

Kanawa Island offers a unique combination of shore-access house reef, calm and shallow conditions, reliable marine life sightings, and soft introduction to Komodo waters. The island's protected waters and gentle depths make it suitable for first-time snorkellers, families, and relaxed swimming. Guests can also enjoy panoramic island views from a short hill walk, adding landscape context to the visit.

Best Time to Kanawa Island

What to Expect in Kanawa Island

Guests can expect a gradual reef entry, two distinct beach zones, simple, low-impact facilities, and variable conditions and crowds. The island maintains a relatively undeveloped feel, with only basic structures and minimal infrastructure. The best time to visit Kanawa Island is during the dry season, which includes peak months from April to October.

Things To Do at Kanawa Island
Kanawa Island | Boat Komodo Trip
Kanawa Island | Boat Komodo Trip
Kanawa Island
Kanawa Island
Best Time to Kanawa Island
Best Time to Kanawa Island
Things To Do at Kanawa Island
Things To Do at Kanawa Island
Kanawa Island - Komodo National Park
Kanawa Island - Komodo National Park

Pricing

Rates as published on our legacy listing. Contact us for current availability, seasonal rates, and private-charter offers.

Category Price
7D6N Komodo Tour From Mill IDR 60.5
9D8N Komodo Tour From Mill IDR 60.5
11D10N Komodo Tour From Mill IDR 60.5
9D8N Raja Ampat From USD 6.400
7D6N Raja Ampat From IDR 86.190.000
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to visit Kanawa Island?
The best time to visit Kanawa Island is during the dry season, which includes peak months from April to October. This period offers the best overall conditions, with July–August as peak season delivering excellent visibility but higher visitor traffic.
What activities can I do at Kanawa Island?
Guests can snorkel above Kanawa’s house reef, swim and relax in the shallow lagoon, and enjoy beach time and sunset walks to the hilltop for panoramic views of the Flores Sea.
How do I visit Kanawa Island with Boat Komodo Trip?
Kanawa Island is regularly included in Boat Komodo Trip private yacht charter itineraries as a calm, near-Labuan Bajo snorkeling stop within the wider Komodo route. For private guests, the yacht anchors in the sheltered waters near Sunrise Beach, where access to the reef is arranged via tender or direct swim depending on sea conditions and anchorage position.
What is the difficulty level of snorkeling in Kanawa Island?
The snorkeling conditions in Kanawa Island are easy, making it suitable for first-time snorkellers, families, and relaxed swimming.