Nivare Expeditions × Intrepid Moto
Lombok → Sumbawa → Komodo · 10 Days
Dragon Rider
Lombok and Sumbawa by road, Komodo by private sail
10
Days
1,640
Kilometres
10
Stops
6+
Min. Riders
Ten days across West Nusa Tenggara in search of the Komodo dragon — Lombok and Sumbawa by road, a private Mandalika MotoGP circuit lap, a whale shark swim at dawn, then two nights transitioning from land to sea aboard a private chartered phinisi through the Komodo Islands.
Operated in partnership with
Intrepid Moto
Duration
10 days
Nights
10
Motorcycle
Kawasaki Versys X-Tourer 250cc or Hunter Maverick ADV 500cc
Terrain
Fully on-road, with scenic off-road sections through savannah terrain; two ferry crossings and two nights aboard a private phinisi
Start
Sekotong, Lombok
Finish
Senggigi, Lombok
Highlights
- A private lap of the Mandalika MotoGP circuit
- Swimming with whale sharks at dawn
- Two nights aboard a private chartered phinisi
- Trekking to see wild Komodo dragons
- Pink Beach, Manta Point, and Gili Lawa at sunset
Route
- 01Sekotong
- 02SE Lombok
- 03Kayangan → ferry
- 04Sekongkang
- 05Labuan Jambu
- 06Private phinisi — Komodo
- 07Tambora Peninsula
- 08Sumbawa Besar
- 09Sembalun
- 10Senggigi
The Journey
01
Day 1
Arrival & Warm Up
Airport transfer, safety briefing, an afternoon warm-up ride, and a beach barbecue at sunset.
Stay: Luxury resort & spa, Sekotong
02
Day 2
Off to the Races
Ridgeline riding to a private track session on the Mandalika MotoGP circuit, then traditional villages and tobacco farms.
Stay: Boutique beachfront resort, SE Lombok
03
Day 3
Crossing Over
A ferry crossing to Sumbawa via Kayangan Port, with a stop in a traditional fishing village.
Stay: Beachfront resort, Sekongkang
04
Day 4
Sekongkang → Labuan Jambu
Thrilling early twisties, southern farmland, and a highland forest ascent before the central island highway.
Stay: Motor lodge, Labuan Jambu
05
Day 5
Swimming with the Giants
A dawn boat departure to swim with whale sharks, a campur-style lunch, and an afternoon ride through rolling hills.
Stay: Private charter boat, ensuite cabin
06
Day 6
Sailing the Komodo Islands
Trekking the national park to see Komodo dragons, Taka Makasar's sandbar, Pink Beach, Manta Point snorkelling, and sunset at Gili Lawa.
Stay: Private charter boat, ensuite cabin
07
Day 7
Sape → Tambora Peninsula
Back on the bikes on mainland Sumbawa, an abandoned lighthouse, and a full afternoon of coastal cruising.
Stay: Oceanfront dive resort, North Tambora
08
Day 8
Tambora → Sumbawa Besar
Savannah-esque off-road riding, a classic campur lunch, and sweeping coastal curves.
Stay: Boutique seaside property, Sumbawa Besar
09
Day 9
Sumbawa Besar → Sembalun
A north-coast ferry return to Lombok, then mountain views into Sembalun.
Stay: Mountain resort, Sembalun
10
Day 10
Sembalun → Senggigi
A relaxed final half-day ride back to the finish line in Senggigi.
Stay: Beachfront resort & spa, Senggigi
Day 5 — Swimming with the Giants
Dawn, and the water goes quiet — then a whale shark the size of a bus rises beneath you.
Day 6 — Sailing the Komodo Islands
The bikes stop here. For two nights, the expedition continues by private phinisi through the Komodo Islands.
Day 6 — Komodo National Park
Wild Komodo dragons, trekked to on foot — the only place on Earth they still exist.
The Machine
Kawasaki Versys X-Tourer 250cc.
Riders take either the Kawasaki Versys X-Tourer 250cc or Hunter Maverick ADV 500cc — matched to fully on-road, with scenic off-road sections through savannah terrain; two ferry crossings and two nights aboard a private phinisi, and to the intermediate+ pace of this journey.
Gallery
Included
- Motorcycle & fuel
- English-fluent guide
- Breakfast & dinners
- Shared lodging
- Two nights aboard a private phinisi charter
- Airport pick-up
- Motorcycle insurance
- All activity fees
Not Included
- International flights
- Lunches (except where noted)
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
Request a quote Pricing subject to current trip availability. Source verified against Intrepid Moto on 2026-09-17.
This journey is operated by Intrepid Moto, our specialist motorcycle partner. View this tour on the official Intrepid Moto website
Good to Know
What riding experience do I need?+
This trip is rated Intermediate+. You should be comfortable riding a Kawasaki Versys X-Tourer 250cc or Hunter Maverick ADV 500cc over multiple days, including fully on-road, with scenic off-road sections through savannah terrain; two ferry crossings and two nights aboard a private phinisi.
Do I need an international motorcycle licence?+
Yes — an internationally recognised motorcycle licence is required to ride. Passengers don't need one.
Is there a minimum group size?+
Intrepid Moto sets a minimum of 6 riders for this trip to run. Ask us about joining an existing departure or arranging a private group.
What happens if the weather turns?+
Your guide adjusts the day's pace and route to conditions. This is a real motorcycle expedition, not a studio production — some flexibility around weather is part of it.
Can I ride as a passenger?+
Yes — most Intrepid Moto trips accommodate riders and passengers on the same motorcycle. Let us know when you enquire.
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