AYANA Komodo launches three new wildlife cruises in Komodo National Park. New itineraries take guests seeking manta rays, sea turtles, juvenile blacktip reef sharks, and Komodo dragons across some of Indonesia's most remarkable marine and island landscapes. AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach has introduced three new cruise experiences in Komodo National Park, offering guests the chance to explore the Indonesian archipelago's coral reefs, sandbars and rugged islands through encounters with some of its most celebrated wildlife. Launched to coincide with World Manta Day, the new itineraries include a morning trip focused on manta rays and sea turtles, a second half-day experience centred on juvenile blacktip reef sharks and coral gardens, and a longer day voyage taking in Padar Island, Pink Beach and Rinca Island, home to the Komodo dragon. Together, the excursions offer distinct ways to encounter a national park whose appeal lies not only in its famous resident reptiles, but in the richness of the waters that surround its islands. Manta rays move through nutrient-rich currents, turtles feed among coral and seagrass, and reef sharks pass through the shallows, while the park's distinctive topography provides the dramatic setting that has made Komodo one of Indonesia's most photographed and sought-after destinations. Manta Rays and Sea Turtles The Manta Rays & Sea Turtles Adventure begins at Taka Makassar, a narrow sandbar whose pale, pink-tinged sands and turquoise shallows change as the tide advances. Small enough to walk around, it provides a brief first stop before the boat continues towards Manta Point. The site is known for currents that attract manta rays to feed and to visit natural cleaning stations, coral outcrops known as bommies, where smaller reef fish remove parasites and other material from the animals' bodies. For those entering the water, the prospect is an encounter with one of the ocean's most distinctive creatures, its broad wings moving in slow, unhurried arcs as it travels through the blue. As with all wildlife experiences, sightings cannot be promised, though the waters around Manta Point are among the most recognisable settings for observing the rays in Komodo National Park. The half-day cruise concludes at Siaba Island, where calmer waters, coral and seagrass provide a habitat for sea turtles. It runs from 7am to 11.30am and is priced at IDR 3,800,000++ per adult and IDR 3,450,000++ per child. Coral Gardens and Young Sharks The Baby Sharks & Coral Reef Adventure takes a different route, beginning at Kelor Island, an uninhabited outcrop surrounded by white sand and shallow, clear water. Juvenile blacktip reef sharks can sometimes be seen in the shallows close to shore, moving through the shadows cast by the reef. From there, the itinerary continues to Manjarite, where guests can snorkel over shallow coral gardens or view them from a glass-bottom boat. The experience runs from 8 am to 11.30 am, with prices beginning at IDR 3,500,000++ per adult and IDR 2,800,000++ per child. While manta rays and Komodo dragons inevitably command much of the attention in this part of Indonesia, the smaller encounters can be equally memorable. A juvenile reef shark moving through clear shallows or the close-up detail of a healthy coral garden offers a quieter perspective on the biodiversity that supports the national park's better-known inhabitants. Padar, Pink Beach and Rinca For travellers wishing to take in several of Komodo's landmark sites in a single day, the Komodo Dragons & Pink Beach Adventure combines a hike, beach visit and guided wildlife experience. The route begins on Padar Island, where a short trail leads to a viewpoint overlooking three curved bays framed by steep hills and turquoise water. The journey continues to Pink Beach, named for the delicate rose tone created by fragments of red coral mixed with the sand, before reaching Rinca Island for a guided encounter with Komodo dragons in their natural habitat. The full-day itinerary runs from 7 am to 2 pm and costs IDR 5,040,000++ per adult and IDR 4,200,000++ per child. National Park entrance fees are not included. The new cruises sit alongside AYANA Komodo's wider marine conservation and education activity, including its Coral Trail and Marine Discovery Centre, which are guided by the resort's in-house marine biologist, Lee Miles, and his team. The emphasis on explanation is a welcome part of the experience: in a place shaped by delicate reef systems, powerful currents and closely interconnected habitats, informed encounters can carry more value than simply ticking off a wildlife sighting. All three trips include snorkelling equipment, mineral water, soft drinks, snacks, towels and boat fees. The two half-day adventures include a club sandwich, while the Komodo Dragons & Pink Beach Adventure includes a lunch box. The Manta Rays & Sea Turtles Adventure and Baby Sharks & Coral Reef Adventure are available to both staying and non-staying guests, while the Komodo Dragons itinerary is currently reserved for resort guests. Staying guests receive a 10 per cent discount on all three experiences. As sea conditions can change quickly, all boat trips remain subject to weather and may be modified or cancelled accordingly. The practical caveat is also a useful reminder of Komodo's enduring appeal: this is not a landscape arranged for visitors' convenience, but a living national park whose weather, wildlife and water remain very much in charge. Luxurious Magazine sometimes uses Artificial Intelligence to assist with research, fact-checking, and the creation of illustrative imagery where no original visuals are available. The editorial team reviews all published material as part of the normal editorial process. Its policy echoes growing calls for greater media transparency from bodies such as the EU and the Chartered Institute of Journalists.

AYANA Bali recognized with ASEAN Green Hotel Award 2026-2028. The regional recognition reflects AYANA Bali's ongoing investment in environmental management systems, resource efficiency, and more accountable resort operations across its 90-hectare integrated destination. 13 July 2026 AYANA Bali has been recognized with the ASEAN Green Hotel Award 2026-2028, a regional tourism standard that acknowledges hotels across Southeast Asia demonstrating measurable commitments to environmental responsibility and sustainable operations. Presented during the ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards in Cebu, Philippines as part of the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026, the award follows a multi-stage evaluation and nomination process involving national-level assessment, operational verification, and regional review. In Indonesia, hotels must first qualify through domestic sustainability evaluations before being nominated for ASEAN-level consideration. For AYANA Bali, the recognition reflects an ongoing process across its 90-hectare integrated resort destination in Jimbaran, where sustainability initiatives span infrastructure, procurement, waste management, water systems, biodiversity, and community engagement. Operating at this scale means environmental decisions carry tangible consequences across four hotels, extensive event facilities, landscaped grounds, multiple swimming pools, and 31 dining venues. Rather than focusing on isolated initiatives, AYANA Bali approaches sustainability as part of daily resort management. Existing systems include energy-efficiency programs, wastewater recycling infrastructure, reductions in single-use plastics, local sourcing partnerships, and waste separation practices designed to support resource recovery and improve the handling of materials before disposal. Environmental infrastructure across the resort includes solar energy systems with a current capacity of 854 kWp, alongside a growing fleet of electric vehicles operating throughout the estate. Advanced water treatment systems recycle treated wastewater for irrigation and operational reuse, reducing pressure on freshwater resources while supporting the resort's extensive green spaces. Biodiversity and landscape stewardship also form part of AYANA Bali's sustainability approach. The resort includes preserved green spaces such as Tevana Garden, a six-hectare botanical environment home to diverse tropical plant species and native birdlife. AYANA Farm, the resort's two-hectare organic farm, supplies herbs, fruits, vegetables, and edible flowers to restaurants across the property while supporting guest education around regenerative agriculture and food systems. The resort's sustainability efforts also extend into community partnerships and educational initiatives. AYANA Bali works with local suppliers, waste partners, schools, and social enterprises across Bali, while internal sustainability practices are supported through ongoing staff engagement and training programs. Collaborations with organizations such as Green Camp Bali provide environmental education experiences focused on resource management and circular thinking. The resort also recognizes that sustainability challenges in Bali, particularly those related to waste management, require long-term collaboration across government, communities, businesses, and households. Within this broader context, AYANA Bali views its responsibility as continuing to improve practices within its own ecosystem and scale of operations through practical and evolving systems. Across the island, growing collaboration between communities, hospitality operators, and independent waste-management organizations is contributing to more localized and practical approaches to waste reduction and material reuse. At AYANA Bali, this includes ongoing efforts to strengthen waste management processes across the resort, such as processing food waste into animal feed through a local community-based partnership, composting garden waste for landscape reuse, and reducing single-use plastics through refillable amenities and reusable alternatives. AYANA Bali continues to review opportunities to strengthen its on-site organic waste management capabilities, including the introduction of additional composting infrastructure. These efforts are intended to support evolving expectations around waste reduction, reuse, and responsible material management. The ASEAN Green Hotel Award adds to AYANA Bali's broader sustainability journey, which in 2025 also included achieving EarthCheck Gold Certification following five consecutive years of independently audited environmental performance. Together, these recognitions reflect AYANA Bali's continued effort to integrate environmental accountability into large-scale hospitality operations through long-term investment and ongoing improvement. About AYANA Bali. Just 12 km from Bali's international airport, AYANA Bali enjoys a majestic 1.3 km stretch of cliff-front coastline above Jimbaran Bay. The 90-hectare resort is home to four award-winning hotels: * AYANA Resort Bali, whose 294 rooms and suites blend classic elegance with traditional Balinese aesthetics, with each featuring marble bathrooms, furnished balconies, and interconnecting doors * AYANA Segara Bali, whose 223 rooms and suites bring a contemporary indoor-outdoor twist to the legendary Balinese-inspired AYANA experience * AYANA Villas Bali, whose 73 luxurious villas feature private plunge pools and spectacular ocean backdrops * RIMBA by AYANA Bali, a 403-room family-friendly resort For immersive and engaging educational experiences, AYANA Bali collaborates with Guidepost Montessori and Green Camp Bali, providing young learners with a unique opportunity to explore and discover through hands-on activities within AYANA's vast natural surroundings. For children aged 7 to 12 seeking full-day outdoor adventures, Green Camp AYANA, in partnership with Green Camp Bali, delivers one of the world's most sustainable and purpose-driven camp experiences. AYANA Bali is also home to AYANA Residences, Bali's first purely residential community integrated within a 5-star resort, and the award-winning AYANA Spa, featuring 47 treatment rooms inclusive of Spa on the Rocks, along with one of the world's largest hydrotherapy seawater pools, set on a cliff above the Indian Ocean. AYANA Bali offers 17 meeting, event and wedding venues; 14 freshwater swimming pools including a children's pool and the saltwater infinity Ocean Beach Pool at the cliff's base; a secluded beach; 31 dining venues; a business center, an 18-hole golf putting course; 2 tennis courts; a jogging track; 3 fitness centers; and 2 kids' playgrounds. Media Contacts: E [email protected]