AYANA Invites Guests to Celebrate “Festive Sunsation” at AYANA Bali and AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach

AYANA Bali and AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach invite travelers to immerse themselves in Festive Sunsation, AYANA’s season of Christmas and New Year celebrations that honor the natural beauty, culture, and joyful spirit of these two renowned destinations. Guests can embrace the magic of year’s end at one or both resorts, with daily direct flights between Bali and Labuan Bajo creating the perfect opportunity for a dual-destination journey of seaside feasts, soulful entertainment, and meaningful moments.

Festive Splendor by the Sea at AYANA Bali
At AYANA Bali, the spirit of Festive Sunsation shines across lush gardens, cliffside ocean views, and world-class dining venues. Among dozens of festive culinary events, Liu Li Palace Seafood Restaurant welcomes guests to indulge in authentic Cantonese feasts, while Kampoeng Bali hosts buffet dinners enhanced by the mesmerizing rhythms of Kecak and fire dance performances.

From December 24–31, the world-famous Rock Bar transforms into a lively stage for DJs, magicians, dance shows, champagne, and tapas under the stars. On New Year’s Eve, the spectacular venue hosts one of Bali’s most iconic countdown parties, where fireworks, music, and the ocean horizon create a spectacular start to 2026.

Sail into the Season at AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach
At AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach, the festive spirit comes alive against the breathtaking landscapes of Komodo National Park, where sun-kissed days melt into spectacular sunsets and star-filled nights. Guests are invited to embark on an unforgettable charter cruise through the UNESCO-listed Komodo National Park aboard AYANA Lako di’a, a magnificent luxury phinisi and star of the AYANA Cruises fleet.

The celebrations continue on AYANA Cruises’ luxury boats, whisking travelers to Padar Island, Pink Beach, and thriving coral havens. For those seeking a moment of calm amid the season’s celebrations, a private island picnic offers a chance to savor fresh delights surrounded by Komodo’s rugged beauty. Adding to the festivities, the Marine Biology Center will host complimentary activities for in-house guests from December 20 to January 2, including daily coral-planting sessions led by AYANA Komodo’s resident marine biologist. Young guests can also take part in Festive Kids’ Activities from December 6 to January 2.

As part of its commitment to supporting local communities, both AYANA Bali and AYANA Komodo will host Tree Lighting Ceremonies on 6 December, highlighted by carol performances from local orphanage choirs. Guests are invited to embrace the festive spirit while celebrating the season in harmony with the surrounding community.

Whether celebrating at a cliffside in Jimbaran or drifting through the Komodo Islands, AYANA invites guests to embrace Festive Sunsation as a journey of discovery, connection, and joy. With daily one-hour flights between Bali and Labuan Bajo, it has never been easier to enjoy both resorts in one extraordinary holiday.

Explore the full program of events and experiences at AYANA Bali here, and at AYANA Komodo here.

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 197 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 53 treatments rooms including one of the world’s largest hydrotherapy seawater pools, and set on a cliff above the Indian Ocean, Spa on the Rocks. AYANA Bali offers 15 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; 28 dining venues; a business center, an 18-hole golf putting course; 2 tennis courts; a jogging track; 2 fitness centers; and 2 kids' playgrounds.

Located on a peninsular just north of the small town of Labuan Bajo on Flores Island in East Indonesia, AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach is a five-star resort with 205 ocean-facing guest rooms and suites and seven distinct dining options. An ideal gateway to the UNESCO Heritage-listed Komodo National Park, the resort caters to all age groups and offers a diverse array of activities and experiences managed end-to-end by the property. Guests can engage in marine conservation activities, enjoy a romantic dinner on a private deck, practice yoga overlooking the water, and indulge in locally inspired spa treatments.

AYANA Cruises also invites guests to explore Komodo National Park aboard the star of its fleet, the 54-meter luxury wooden vessel, the AYANA Lako Di’a. Available for privately chartered or shared multi-day cruising adventures, the magnificent vessel features five-star accommodation and AYANA’s signature five-star hospitality for up to 18 guests. Travelers can also immerse themselves in the region’s rich biodiversity aboard AYANA Cruise’s four other vessels: the AYANA Lako Sae, a stylish three-deck cruise boat; the AYANA Lako Cama, a 12-meter speed boat for intimate day trips; the AYANA Lako Lelo, a 12-meter boat for fishing trips; and the AYANA Lako Taka, a custom-made glass-bottom boat. The resort’s world class luxury and AYANA’s signature five-star hospitality make AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach and AYANA Cruises the ideal choice for families, friends and romantic getaways, and the ultimate way to discover the natural wonders of Komodo National Park.

AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach and AYANA Cruises are proud to collaborate in creating exceptional travel experiences. While working closely together, each operates independently and is solely responsible for its own services and operations.

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