Komodo Luxury - The Best Komodo Boat Tour & Raja Ampat Diving Tour
Komodo Luxury - The Best Komodo Boat Tour & Raja Ampat Diving Tour

Price Start From

USD 3,500/Night

Tour Type

Private Yacht

Destination

Komodo National Park

Status

Available

Experience the Ultimate Komodo Liveaboard Adventure

Komodo Liveaboard Diving | Luxury Liveaboard Cruises

A Komodo liveaboard is a multi-day sailing and diving experience that takes you deep into Komodo National Park's most untouched waters, far beyond what day trips can reach.

Sail with Komodo Luxury, a leading liveaboard operator known for refined vessels, experienced dive teams, and thoughtfully designed itineraries. Each cruise combines comfortable en-suite cabins, professional PADI dive masters, Nitrox-supported diving, and access to iconic sites like Manta Alley and Castle Rock, with up to four dives a day.

Quick facts — updated August 2026

Departure
Labuan Bajo, Flores (LBJ airport, 90 min from Bali by air)
Best season
April–October (dry season); park open year-round
Guest rating
4.9/5 · 1,500+ verified guests (Google + TripAdvisor via Trustindex)
Operator
PT Komodo Bahari Nusantara — licensed since 2015; 9 vessels owned & operated
Format
Multi-day live-aboard: sleep on the boat inside the park
Typical duration
2D1N–4D3N liveaboard itineraries
Private charter
From USD 3,250 per yacht / night whole boat; shared open-trip cabins also available
What Is a Komodo Liveaboard? | Komodo Luxury

What Is a Komodo Liveaboard?

A Komodo liveaboard is a multi-day journey through Komodo National Park, where diving, snorkeling, and island exploration take place directly from a purpose-built vessel.

Unlike day trips from Labuan Bajo, a liveaboard komodo allows you to:

  • Dive 2–4 times per day

  • Access remote dive sites unreachable by speedboats

  • Experience sunrise, sunset, and night dives

  • Wake up directly above iconic reefs and manta cleaning stations

This format is ideal for certified divers, snorkelers, underwater photographers, and luxury travelers seeking maximum exploration with minimal transit time.

Why Choose a Komodo Liveaboard?

A Komodo liveaboard offers the most immersive way to explore Komodo National Park through a multi-day scuba diving cruise—far beyond what day trips can deliver.

Access Legendary Dive Sites

Dive Manta Alley, Castle Rock, Batu Bolong, and Crystal Rock, reachable only by a diving liveaboard Komodo.

World-Class Marine Life

Encounter manta rays, reef sharks, and vibrant coral reefs on a scuba diving cruise in Komodo, led by PADI-certified dive masters.

Luxury Built for Divers

Enjoy en-suite cabins, dedicated dive decks, Nitrox, and gourmet dining aboard our luxury liveaboard cruises.

Maximized Dive Time

Experience 2–4 dives daily, including sunrise and night dives, on a flexible Komodo liveaboard cruise.

Top Dive Sites Included in Your Komodo Liveaboard Itinerary

Komodo National Park is renowned for its rich marine life and diverse underwater environments. As part of your luxury diving liveaboard, you'll experience:

Manta Alley (Makassar Reef)

Manta Alley (Makassar Reef)

Depth: 5-25m | Difficulty: Beginner-Advanced

Best for: Manta ray cleaning stations

One of the world's best places to encounter manta rays year-round, especially during peak season.

Castle Rock

Castle Rock

Depth: 12–35m | Difficulty: Advanced

Best for: Sharks, trevallies, strong currents, pelagic fish

A legendary seamount dive known for adrenaline-filled current diving and pelagic encounters.

Batu Bolong

Batu Bolong

Depth: 8–30m | Difficulty: Intermediate–Advanced

Best for: Vibrant coral walls, dense reef fish

Often called the crown jewel of Komodo diving, Batu Bolong is renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity packed into a single pinnacle.

Shotgun

Shotgun

Depth: 10–30m | Difficulty: Advanced

Best for: Adrenaline drift dives through narrow channels

High-speed drift dive through underwater canyon with currents reaching 3-4 knots. Sharks, trevally, and pelagics cruise these nutrient-rich currents.

Our Luxury Komodo Liveaboard Fleet

We have carefully selected the finest boats to guarantee exceptional service, comfort, and value for every type of traveler. Each liveaboard in Komodo has been vetted for safety standards, crew expertise, and onboard facilities, ensuring your Komodo liveaboard experience exceeds expectations.

VVIP Komodo Liveaboard Collection

Our premium VVIP Komodo liveaboard offering maximum luxury with personalized service ratios and exclusive amenities.

VIP Liveaboard in Komodo Options

Our VIP Komodo liveaboard collection offers exceptional value without compromising luxury, perfect for groups seeking premium amenities and professional diving services.

Deluxe Komodo Liveaboard Adventures

Our deluxe liveaboard in Komodo options provide excellent facilities, experienced crew, and access to premier dive sites at competitive rates.

Destination Highlights

Komodo National Park

Explore breathtaking islands, pristine beaches, and world-class diving spots in the heart of Komodo National Park.

Signature Luxury Yacht Itineraries from Labuan Bajo

Day 1 Arrival · Western Komodo Island

11:00 – 13:00

Kelor Island

The gentle opener. A short hilltop trek sets the tone before the first onboard lunch is served under sail.
13:40 – 15:00

Manjarite Island

A sheltered snorkel site with healthy hard coral and schooling reef fish — the first underwater introduction to the park.
16:30 – 18:00

Kalong Island

Anchor at dusk as thousands of flying foxes lift from the mangroves in silhouette. Dinner served aboard under the stars.

Day 2 The Park's Signature Day

06:00 – 08:00

Padar Island

The iconic ridgeline hike rewarded by a panorama of three bays at sunrise — Komodo's defining image.
09:00 – 11:00

Pink Beach

One of only seven pink-sand beaches in the world. Swim in clear turquoise water above a vivid coral garden.
12:00 – 14:00

Komodo Island

A guided ranger walk through the habitat of the Komodo dragon — Earth's largest living lizard — in its natural environment.
15:00 – 17:00

Manta Point

Drift in the cleaning station current as oceanic manta rays glide through the blue — an encounter that defines the trip.

Day 3 Farewell · Eastern Shallows

08:00 – 10:00

Siaba Island

A calm morning snorkel above turtle feeding grounds — a peaceful close to the expedition.
10:30 – 12:30

Sebayur Island

A final reef dive in glassy waters before the yacht makes its return passage to Labuan Bajo.

What's Included in Our Komodo Liveaboard Package

  • Stay on boat during the trip
  • Premium documentation with Drone, Go Pro, and Mirrorless (without editing)
  • Meals during the trip
  • Mineral water, coffee and tea during the trip
  • Guide
  • Snorkeling gears
  • Life vest
  • Round trip transport from hotel / airport - meeting point (ONLY in Labuan Bajo land area)

Komodo Liveaboard Prices 2026–2027: Published Rates, Cabins & What Is Included

A Komodo liveaboard is a multi-day dive and snorkel cruise where you sleep aboard a crewed yacht inside Komodo National Park. Komodo Luxury, an Indonesian operator based in Labuan Bajo since 2015, runs 2D1N to 10D9N itineraries with published rates from USD 3,250 per night for the whole boat, or from USD 300 per person for a cabin on a shared departure.

Every figure below states its basis. Charter rates are per night for the entire vessel, crew and meals included. Cabin rates are per person on a scheduled shared departure. Komodo National Park fees are separate in every case.

What a Komodo liveaboard costs by class (2026 published rates)

Liveaboard classRatePricing basisTypical guestsWhat you get
Shared / open-trip cabinUSD 300 – 800 per personPer person, per cabin, scheduled departure1–4 per cabinEnsuite cabin on a shared liveaboard, all meals, guide, snorkel gear
Deluxe dive phinisifrom USD 3,250 per nightPer night, whole boat, no VAT surcharge10–24Ensuite cabins, dive deck, full crew, chef, fuel, excursions
VIP liveaboardUSD 4,500 – 9,000 per nightPer night, whole boat10–28Larger suites, Nitrox on request, dedicated dive guides
VVIP phinisi & expedition yachtUSD 10,000 – 27,000 per night (+11–12% VAT)Per night, whole boat, VAT added6–26Superyacht service, tenders, spa and water-sports deck
Private liveaboard packagefrom USD 11,250 for 4D3NPer package, whole boat, group-size bandedup to 20Fixed-duration private charter with a set itinerary

Komodo liveaboard fleet at a glance — vessel, size, cabins, capacity, rate, best for

LiveaboardLengthCabinsMax guestsFrom (per night, whole boat)Best for
Pesona Bajo23m x 4m616-18IDR 44.000.000/NightLowest published whole-boat rate in the Komodo liveaboard fleet
Almadira26m x 4,6m618IDR 46.000.000/NightBudget-conscious dive groups who still want six ensuite cabins
Balaraja33m x 5.8m620-22IDR 48.000.000/NightLarge snorkel-and-dive groups on a deluxe budget
Flores Utama25,76m x 5.27m722-24IDR 48.000.000/NightLarger snorkel-led groups of up to 24 on a deluxe budget
Invictus Boat21,30m x 5,65m716IDR 59.500.000/NightSmall dive clubs of 12–16 wanting a dedicated dive deck
Arfisyana 225,7m x 5,80 m722IDR 64.500.000/NightGroups of 20+ who want the lowest cost per diver
Manta Mae30.35 m512USD 4.200/nightPhotographers and small groups chasing manta season
Magika Liveaboard26,74 m x 6,03 m922IDR 69.000.000/NightThe classic diving liveaboard — published 2026 and 2027 dive packages
Ayvara Cruises25 x 5.6 m715IDR 70.000.000/NightMid-luxury groups of 12–15 on 4D3N and 5D4N routes
Jakare35 m x 7.5 m510USD 4.900/NightClassic sailing phinisi for ten guests, dive-equipped
Mutiara Cruise Phinisi47 m x 10.9 m1028IDR IDR 120.000.000/NightThe largest guest capacity in the liveaboard fleet — up to 28
Naturalia33.45 m x 6 m824IDR 123.500.000/NightBigger charters of up to 24 with published package pricing
Aliikai40 m x 8,5 m714USD 9.900/NightDesign-led sailing charter with a full water-sports deck
Kudanil Explorer50 m x 12,5 m816USD 26.000 + 12% VAT/NightExpedition-grade steel hull for remote southern Komodo routes
Lamima65,2 m x 11,20 m714USD 27.000 + 11% VAT per NightThe largest traditional phinisi in Indonesia — full-charter flagship

Rates are the current published charter rates for each vessel and are read directly from that liveaboard’s own page, so they stay in step with reservations. Several vessels are quoted in rupiah instead of dollars — Delilah from USD 1,550 per night, Santemako from USD 2,200 and Giona Cruise Liveaboard from USD 2,450. Peak season, Christmas and New Year sailings are quoted separately, and 2027 rates are already open on part of the fleet.

Komodo liveaboard cabin prices on shared departures (per person)

LiveaboardCabins & capacityCabin price per person
Ahsana Liveaboard9 cabins, up to 25 guestsFamily Cabin USD 300 · Superior USD 310 · Deluxe Cabin USD 400 · Deluxe Balcony USD 480 · Signature USD 510 · Master USD 560
Magika Liveaboard9 cabins, up to 22 guestsStudio USD 310 · Superior USD 340 · Family USD 400 · Deluxe Ocean USD 460 · Signature Ocean USD 490 · Master Ocean USD 520
Sundari8 cabins, up to 20 guestsFamily Balcony USD 330 · Deluxe Balcony USD 370 · Signature Ocean USD 420 · Master Balcony USD 480
Naturalia8 cabins, up to 24 guestsTide / Breeze USD 430 · Aure USD 470 · Coral USD 680 · Azure USD 710 · Sandal USD 800

Cabin rates are per person on a scheduled shared liveaboard departure from Labuan Bajo, cabin shared on a twin or double basis. Departure dates and the exact itinerary length for each sailing are confirmed per departure on the vessel’s own page.

Private diving liveaboard packages: 2026 vs 2027 rates by group size

Package1–5 pax6–10 pax11–15 pax16–20 pax
3D2NUSD 9,500USD 10,200USD 11,250USD 12,200
4D3NUSD 12,650USD 13,650USD 14,550USD 15,400
5D4NUSD 15,750USD 16,450USD 17,550USD 18,550

Published diving-package rates for Magika Liveaboard (9 cabins, up to 22 guests), covering the whole vessel with dives, tanks, weights and dive guides included. Non-diving private packages on the same liveaboard run from USD 4,700 for 2D1N to USD 13,850 for 6D5N depending on group size. Komodo National Park fees are excluded from every package.

Which Komodo liveaboard is best for you?

Best for solo divers & couples on a budget

A cabin on a shared departure. Ahsana Liveaboard from USD 300 per person, Magika Liveaboard from USD 310, Sundari from USD 330 — the same reefs and the same crew as a private charter, at roughly a tenth of the whole-boat rate.

Best for a dedicated dive group

Magika Liveaboard, the only vessel in the fleet with a published diving rate card: 3D2N from USD 9,500 and 5D4N from USD 15,750 for the whole boat, 2026 rates. Arfisyana 2 (USD 4,700 per night, up to 22 guests) gives the lowest cost per diver on larger groups.

Best for families and mixed snorkel groups

Balaraja or Flores Utama from USD 3,400 per night, and Naturalia at USD 7,800 per night for up to 24 guests. Enough cabins for three generations, calm snorkel sites at Siaba and Manjarite while the certified divers work the pinnacles.

Best for groups of 20–28

Mutiara Cruise Phinisi (47 m, 10 cabins, up to 28 guests, USD 8,250 per night) or Lasha Phinisi Cruise (52.5 m, 10 cabins, up to 26 guests, USD 9,800 per night) — both keep the per-person cost of a private liveaboard close to a shared cabin.

Best for remote and southern Komodo routes

Kudanil Explorer (50 m steel expedition hull, 8 cabins, USD 26,000 per night + 12% VAT). Range and stabilisation to reach Manta Alley and the southern sites on a 5D4N or longer itinerary, in conditions day boats and smaller phinisi will not attempt.

Best for a flagship charter

Lamima (65.2 m, 7 cabins, 14 guests, USD 27,000 per night + 11% VAT) or Prana (55 m, 9 cabins, 18 guests, USD 20,000 per night) — the two largest luxury sailing phinisi operating out of Labuan Bajo.

Not every group wants a dive-first schedule. Guests who care more about the hand-built ironwood hull and the sail rig than about tank counts usually charter a traditional Indonesian phinisi sailing under canvas, where the same crews run a slower, more topside-led route through the same anchorages. Groups who want the whole vessel to themselves on a shorter, tighter schedule should compare whole-boat private charter pricing out of Labuan Bajo.

Divers who finish a Komodo circuit and want the next step almost always look east. The same fleet and dive team operate extended Raja Ampat cruise itineraries on 6D5N to 10D9N routes, where the trade is fewer strong-current pinnacles for a far higher species count. For travellers still deciding between a multi-night cruise and a series of day sailings, the shorter Komodo boat tour departures cover the signature circuit without the overnight commitment.

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Other Signature Charter Experiences

Every voyage with Komodo Luxury is a private affair. From the handcrafted elegance of a traditional phinisi to the sleek performance of a modern catamaran, our fleet is curated for guests who expect nothing less than extraordinary. Choose your vessel, define your itinerary, and let the Indonesian archipelago unfold entirely on your terms.

Best Komodo Liveaboards for 2026

The fleet behind this page: 9 owned vessels — led by Komodo Signature (78.2 m) — plus 200+ vetted partner liveaboards across VVIP, VIP, Deluxe and speedboat tiers, every one sailed with our own crews and standards. Fleet favourites include Navila, Elbark Cruise and Naturalia.

Choose Your Itinerary

The duration ladder, one line each: 3D2N — the signature loop; 4D3N — adds Rinca; 7D6N — adds the north dive sites and Flores coast; 9D8N — adds Sangeang and Banta; 11D10N — the full expedition; Komodo to Sumbawa — the crossing.

Diving from Your Komodo Liveaboard

Batu Bolong, Castle Rock, Crystal Rock and Manta Alley anchor the dive programme from 7D6N upward; gear, divemaster and site windows are arranged at booking. Not certified? Every site pairs with a snorkel alternative.

Snorkeling on Every Itinerary

Pink Beach's shallow reef, Taka Makassar's sandbar lagoon, Siaba Besar's turtles and the Manta Point drift — all four sit on every route from 3D2N up, no certification required.

Liveaboard Seasons into 2027

The 2027 liveaboard calendar is open across the duration ladder above — and multi-night departures are the first to close, because cabins compound: one family booking removes four cabins at once. September-December 2026 remains the quiet stretch our crews recommend to returning guests: smaller groups, and mantas still at Karang Makassar (Komodo in September).

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"As one of Indonesia's most renowned celebrity couples, we have high expectations for luxury travel. After three yacht journeys with Komodo Luxury, they consistently exceed all standards with attentive crews, world-class yachts, and curated family experiences."

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Anyuta Rai

Russian Luxury Lifestyle Influencer (3M+ Followers, Instagram)

"Sailing Komodo aboard a luxury yacht was a dream come true. Exceptional comfort, privacy, and a professional crew made it perfect for both my creative projects and peaceful leisure moments at sea."

Daniel Kordan

Daniel Kordan

International Photographer, 2M+ followers (Ambassador Nikon, Gitzo; awarded Golden Turtle & National Geographic Russia finalist)

"As a professional photographer, my trips with Komodo Luxury hold a special place in my heart. Tailored itineraries, expert crews, and outstanding accommodations delivered exceptional results across over ten photography expeditions for my clients."

Sergey Solonin & Family

Sergey Solonin & Family

Entrepreneur & Visionary Investor Founder of Nuanu City, Chairman & Investor at QIWI, Early Bitcoin Investor

"Our family trip to Komodo was absolutely incredible. The amazing crew, exceptional food, and world-class yacht comfort made every moment special. Seeing the Komodo dragons up close is an experience we will never forget."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our liveaboard in Komodo provides access to remote dive sites impossible on day trips, multiple daily dives, sunrise/sunset diving, and nocturnal marine life encounters. You experience Komodo's full underwater spectrum without rushing.

Absolutely! Non-divers enjoy snorkeling, island exploration, Komodo dragon encounters, cultural visits, sunset viewing, and relaxation aboard luxury vessels.

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