Komodo National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the legendary home of the Komodo dragon, the world’s largest living lizard. Due to its protected status, visits to the park's breathtaking pink sand beach are allowed only with a licensed tour guide.

But a visit to this beach is worth the effort. With its deep rose-colored sand and dramatic volcanic backdrop, it’s a bucket-list experience, whether you're lounging on the blush shoreline, diving into vibrant coral reefs, or paddling out in a kayak.

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