Komodo yacht charter in October
October in Komodo: warm water, calm seas and the end of the dry season
Quick answer
Is October a good time for a yacht charter in Komodo?
October is a very good month for a Komodo yacht charter. The dry season continues, the winds drop away and the water warms up, which makes it lovely for snorkelling. Days are hot and dry, and the landscape is at its most golden. Towards the end of the month humidity builds and some larger yachts begin relocating to Raja Ampat.
- Air
- 24 to 33°C
- Water
- 26 to 29°C
- Rain
- Low, 2 to 5 days
- Sea
- Calm
- Visibility
- 18 to 28 m
- Crowds
- Moderate
Wind: Light, with often glassy mornings
Why go in October
What October does best in Komodo
- Calm, glassy seas ideal for longer routes to the south of the park
- Warmer water for long snorkels
- Female dragons guarding their nests
- Golden hills and dramatic sunsets
- Fewer boats than in summer, especially after mid month
Honest caveats
What to plan around
- Hot, humid days by late October
- Some larger yachts start leaving for Raja Ampat late in the month
- Golden Week brings extra visitors in the first week
Wildlife
Nests are guarded through this period, and mantas start to return to southern sites as conditions change. Reef life is superb in the calm water.
Demand and booking
Moderate to high early in the month, easing later. Book two to five months ahead; China's Golden Week (1 to 7 October) is busier.
Fleet in October
Most of the fleet is still in Komodo in October, although some of the larger yachts depart for Raja Ampat towards the end of the month.
Holidays and events
China's Golden Week runs 1 to 7 October. Australian school holidays extend into early October.
Fleet
50 yachts sail Komodo in October
Private charters from US$1,900 per night for the whole yacht, crew and meals included. Availability is confirmed directly with each yacht.
Same month, other sea
Raja Ampat in October: very good
October in Raja Ampat: the season opens with calm seas and returning mantas
FAQ
Komodo in October: your questions
Is October still the dry season in Komodo?
Yes. October is the last full month of the dry season. Rain is rare and the southeast trades fade, so seas are usually calm. It is one of the hottest months, with clear skies and highs around 32 to 33°C. Humidity builds towards November as the rainy season approaches.
Are the big yachts still in Komodo in October?
Mostly, yes. The majority of larger yachts stay in Komodo through October and move to Raja Ampat in late October or November for the season there. If you want a specific larger yacht, check its relocation date, and consider early October for the widest choice.
Is October a good time to see manta rays in Komodo?
Mantas are seen in Komodo for most of the year, and October is a good month to look for them at Karang Makassar in the central park. As the season changes, mantas also begin to reappear at southern sites. Calm October seas make the trips to these sites comfortable.
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