Pantai Merah, Taman Nasional Komodo · 인도네시아 동누사틍가라 코모도 국립공원
Location
Overview
Pink Beach (Pantai Merah), inside Komodo National Park, gets its blush colour from red coral fragments and microscopic foraminifera shells mixed into the white sand. Wade in just a few metres and a shallow coral garden opens up right off the sand; the water is clear and the depth stays low (roughly 1–6 m), which makes it one of the park's most beginner-friendly snorkel spots. From the surface you can already pick out anemones with clownfish and schools of angelfish, parrotfish and butterflyfish, and most day trips pair it with nearby manta and sea-turtle stops. In 2026 it remains a headline stop on boat tours out of Labuan Bajo.
Beach-entry snorkelling straight onto a shallow coral garden (about 1–6 m deep) just off the pink sand
Anemones with clownfish plus healthy schools of angelfish, parrotfish and butterflyfish
Clear dry-season visibility, typically 10–20 m and up to around 30 m on the best days
Part of Komodo National Park's exceptional biodiversity — 1,000+ fish and 260+ coral species
Slots into day-trip and liveaboard routes that also visit nearby manta points and turtle spots
Good to know
SafetyCurrents: water near the beach is usually calm, but it strengthens as you move out to where the northern and southern seas meet. Beginners should stay close to shore; if caught in a current, swim sideways parallel to the beach rather than fighting it.
SafetyBoat traffic: day-trip boats and speedboats move through the anchorage. Use a buoy or float, never snorkel alone, and always keep track of your guide and the boats.
SafetyStings and cuts: sea urchins, fire coral and stonefish can injure you if stepped on or touched — don't stand on coral and wear reef shoes. On long swims also watch for chilling, fatigue and mask-fog panic.
SafetyLand wildlife: wild Komodo dragons can appear on the beach itself. Keep your distance and follow the ranger's instructions at all times.
MannersProtect the reef and wildlife: never touch or stand on coral, and if you meet a turtle or manta, keep a respectful distance and never feed it.
RulesMarine protected area: follow Komodo National Park rules, use reef-safe sunscreen, and enter only through a licensed operator with a guide.
SeasonSeason: visibility is best in the dry season (April–November, especially June–October). Sun is strong, so bring a rash guard and sun protection, and remember currents track the tides more than the calendar.
Practical info
Reach Pink Beach by boat day trip or liveaboard from Labuan Bajo — around 3+ hours on a regular boat, faster by speedboat. The draw is shallow beach-entry coral, but access may be limited to protect the reef, so follow your operator's guidance. Komodo National Park entry and marine-area fees are paid separately on site; amounts, hours and rules change often, so confirm the latest details before booking.
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