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Must-Visit Gems for Your Sailing Trip with Vinca Voyages
10/07/2025
Sailing with Vinca Voyages gives you access to some of Labuan Bajo’s most legendary stops — but knowing which gems to prioritize can make all the difference. Here are the must-visit spots to include, based on real traveller feedback.
✨ Top Spots You Shouldn’t Miss
- Padar Island
Trek up early in the morning for the sunrise view over its three striking bays (pink, white, black sand). Reviewers with Vinca say arriving before daylight is worth it — fewer people, cooler air, those light shades at dawn are just wow. - Pink Beach
For many, this is the iconic beach of Komodo: the pink sand (thanks to crushed red coral), clear water, nice snorkeling. On Vinca’s route, Pink Beach is often a highlight. Bring underwater camera! - Manta Point & Taka Makassar
If you’re lucky, you’ll see manta rays gliding in the water. Vinca Voyages itineraries often try to stop here. Also, Taka Makassar is great for relaxing on pristine sand and sometimes spotting marine life at very shallow water. - Rinca Island or Komodo Island (for Komodo Dragons)
One of the biggest draws. Reviews of Vinca mention good guides who explain local rules, safety etc, so you can get close safely. Whether you pick Rinca or Komodo depends on how intense the trekking/hike you want. - Taka Makassar & Sebayur / Siaba Islands
For snorkeling or just chill time on a sandbar. These little stops give contrast: after dramatic views (Padar, dragons), these are calm moments. Vinca’s guests liked these for unwinding.
✅ Tips to Make These Visits Even Better
- Bring your own snorkeling gear if possible — sometimes the sizes or cleanliness of provided gear are a bit hit-or-miss.
- Go early: Sunrise hikes (Padar) or early docking gives you cooler weather and less crowd.
- Pack sun protection well: sunscreen, hat, sunglasses. On sun deck or island stops, the sun hits strong. Reviews mention folks getting too much sun.
- Dry bag & waterproof case: keeps phone/camera safe when snorkeling or during boat transfers. Vinca Voyages reviews suggest this helped travellers a lot.
Flexibility: Weather, wave/sea conditions sometimes force route changes. Be ok with minor shifts. Guides generally make sure to replace with equally interesting stops.
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