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Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Cheng Ho. Each stop offers a unique adventure from pink beaches to dragon encounters.
KELOR ISLAND
Ancient sailors called it "The Guardian." Dutch colonials built watchtowers on its crown. Local legend says it's a giant sea turtle turned to stone. A 20-minute climb rewards you with 360° views of dragon territories. The coral gardens below hide patrolling sea turtles in crystal shallows.
MANJERITE
Every sunset, tens of thousands of flying foxes launch from mangroves, creating a black river across orange skies. Ancient sea nomads believed these bats carried souls to the afterlife. Watch from your deck at 17:30. The sky will erupt. You'll forget to breathe.
PADAR ISLAND
Three crescent bays—turquoise, cobalt, jade—curve around dragon-spine ridges. Legend says a dragon princess died here protecting her brothers. Her body became the ridgeline. Her tears became three seas. The 30-minute climb is ruthless, but every explorer says: "I can die now."
PINK BEACH
One of only seven pink beaches on Earth. Microscopic red coral creates a rose-gold blush. Sailors once feared it was cursed by dragon blood. The reef drops from knee-deep to 50 meters—turtles, reef sharks, and octopi patrol waters so clear you'll think you're dreaming.
KOMODO ISLAND
Ground zero. The throne. Komodo dragons—largest lizards on Earth, unchanged for 4 million years. They sprint 20 km/h, kill with venom-laced bites. Trek with armed rangers. Watch them sun like kings. Feel evolution stare back. This isn't a zoo. It's their Kingdom
TAKA MAKASSAR
A sandbar that emerges at low tide, then disappears beneath waves. Sea nomads called it "Ghost Island"—a resting place for ocean spirits. Stand in the middle of the ocean with ankle-deep water. Snorkel where the island vanishes. Your private Maldives, but only for 2 hours.
MANTA POINT
A submerged pinnacle where currents collide, creating a cleaning station for manta rays with 7-meter wingspans. Divers call them "Royal Stingrays"—reincarnated ocean kings. The taboo: look, never touch. Watch them barrel-roll beneath you. Swimming with mantas IS your bucket list.
GILI LAWA
Twin islands—Lawa Darat and Lawa Laut—frame the golden highway between sky and sea. Ancient traders navigated by these peaks. At sunrise, watch the world ignite from savannah ridges. At sunset, the sky bleeds into three shades of fire. The 30-minute trek is steep, but the 360° view makes kings jealous.
SLABA ISLAND
Slaba rises like a fortress from deep blue—a volcanic dome crowned with savannah where white-bellied sea eagles hunt. Bajo fishermen call it "Pulau Rajawali" (Eagle Island), believing the birds are guardians of hidden treasures below. Dive the walls where currents deliver big fish, sharks, and swirling barracuda. Above: eagles. Below: an underwater avalanche of life.
SEBAYUR ISLAND
Sebayur guards one of Komodo's best-kept secrets: untouched coral gardens teeming with life. While others chase dragons, divers chase legends here—pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefishes, and macro critters hiding in soft coral forests. The bay is a natural aquarium. The hillside trek offers sunrise views without the Padar crowds.
KANAWA ISLAND
While crowds chase Pink Beach, explorers slip to Kanawa—pristine coral reefs, zero crowds. Fishermen once avoided it, believing the Sea Goddess protected these waters. The reef here is 80% live coral. Turtles nest on beaches. Blacktip sharks patrol shallows. This is the Komodo nobody talks about.
SABOLO ISLAND (RANGKO CAVE)
Hidden in Sabolo's limestone cliffs lies Rangko Cave—a saltwater cavern illuminated by a ceiling skylight. Sunbeams pierce the darkness, turning water neon blue. Local legend says bathing here grants courage to face dragons. Swim through the entrance tunnel. Surface inside the cathedral. Float in liquid sapphire while light dances on ancient rock.
BIDADARI ISLAND
Bidadari" means angel in Indonesian. One glance explains why. Powdery white sand. Turquoise shallows. Zero crowds. Fishermen say angels rest here between monsoons, leaving footprints in the sand that waves erase by dawn. Snorkel the fringing reef where baby blacktips patrol. This is your castaway fantasy—pristine, peaceful, perfect.
KELOR ISLAND
Ancient sailors called it "The Guardian." Dutch colonials built watchtowers on its crown. Local legend says it's a giant sea turtle turned to stone. A 20-minute climb rewards you with 360° views of dragon territories. The coral gardens below hide patrolling sea turtles in crystal shallows.
MANJERITE
Every sunset, tens of thousands of flying foxes launch from mangroves, creating a black river across orange skies. Ancient sea nomads believed these bats carried souls to the afterlife. Watch from your deck at 17:30. The sky will erupt. You'll forget to breathe.
PADAR ISLAND
Three crescent bays—turquoise, cobalt, jade—curve around dragon-spine ridges. Legend says a dragon princess died here protecting her brothers. Her body became the ridgeline. Her tears became three seas. The 30-minute climb is ruthless, but every explorer says: "I can die now."
PINK BEACH
One of only seven pink beaches on Earth. Microscopic red coral creates a rose-gold blush. Sailors once feared it was cursed by dragon blood. The reef drops from knee-deep to 50 meters—turtles, reef sharks, and octopi patrol waters so clear you'll think you're dreaming.
KOMODO ISLAND
Ground zero. The throne. Komodo dragons—largest lizards on Earth, unchanged for 4 million years. They sprint 20 km/h, kill with venom-laced bites. Trek with armed rangers. Watch them sun like kings. Feel evolution stare back. This isn't a zoo. It's their Kingdom
TAKA MAKASSAR
A sandbar that emerges at low tide, then disappears beneath waves. Sea nomads called it "Ghost Island"—a resting place for ocean spirits. Stand in the middle of the ocean with ankle-deep water. Snorkel where the island vanishes. Your private Maldives, but only for 2 hours.
MANTA POINT
A submerged pinnacle where currents collide, creating a cleaning station for manta rays with 7-meter wingspans. Divers call them "Royal Stingrays"—reincarnated ocean kings. The taboo: look, never touch. Watch them barrel-roll beneath you. Swimming with mantas IS your bucket list.
GILI LAWA
Twin islands—Lawa Darat and Lawa Laut—frame the golden highway between sky and sea. Ancient traders navigated by these peaks. At sunrise, watch the world ignite from savannah ridges. At sunset, the sky bleeds into three shades of fire. The 30-minute trek is steep, but the 360° view makes kings jealous.
SLABA ISLAND
Slaba rises like a fortress from deep blue—a volcanic dome crowned with savannah where white-bellied sea eagles hunt. Bajo fishermen call it "Pulau Rajawali" (Eagle Island), believing the birds are guardians of hidden treasures below. Dive the walls where currents deliver big fish, sharks, and swirling barracuda. Above: eagles. Below: an underwater avalanche of life.
SEBAYUR ISLAND
Sebayur guards one of Komodo's best-kept secrets: untouched coral gardens teeming with life. While others chase dragons, divers chase legends here—pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefishes, and macro critters hiding in soft coral forests. The bay is a natural aquarium. The hillside trek offers sunrise views without the Padar crowds.
KANAWA ISLAND
While crowds chase Pink Beach, explorers slip to Kanawa—pristine coral reefs, zero crowds. Fishermen once avoided it, believing the Sea Goddess protected these waters. The reef here is 80% live coral. Turtles nest on beaches. Blacktip sharks patrol shallows. This is the Komodo nobody talks about.
SABOLO ISLAND (RANGKO CAVE)
Hidden in Sabolo's limestone cliffs lies Rangko Cave—a saltwater cavern illuminated by a ceiling skylight. Sunbeams pierce the darkness, turning water neon blue. Local legend says bathing here grants courage to face dragons. Swim through the entrance tunnel. Surface inside the cathedral. Float in liquid sapphire while light dances on ancient rock.
BIDADARI ISLAND
Bidadari" means angel in Indonesian. One glance explains why. Powdery white sand. Turquoise shallows. Zero crowds. Fishermen say angels rest here between monsoons, leaving footprints in the sand that waves erase by dawn. Snorkel the fringing reef where baby blacktips patrol. This is your castaway fantasy—pristine, peaceful, perfect.
Uncover a world of untamed beauty where every moment becomes an adventure. Komodo Explorer invites you to experience Labuan Bajo like never before—sailing across crystal-blue waters aboard an authentic phinisi, navigating from one breathtaking wonder to the next. Begin your day with serene sunrise hikes and ridge-top treks that reveal Komodo's dramatic landscapes. Dive beneath the surface for world-class scuba diving and snorkeling, where vibrant reefs and marine life create unforgettable encounters. As daylight fades, chase golden sunsets from the deck, the sky turning into a masterpiece around you. End each evening with handcrafted cocktails, ocean breeze, and the gentle rhythm of the waves.
A journey designed for those who seek discovery, serenity, and pure wonder.
Cheng Ho is a 33.15-meter VIP-class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Featuring 14 cabins, it accommodates up to 26 guests. Built in 1996, it blends traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with modern comfort, offering an authentic yet refined sailing experience from Labuan Bajo.
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Based on 92 reviews
Martin Holloway
Portland, US
Booked Cheng Ho for a friends getaway, and from the moment we stepped aboard in Labuan Bajo, the rhythm of the voyage settled in. We hiked Komodo Island mid-morning, watched the dragons feed, then cooled off with a drift dive at Batu Bolong. The cabins are traditional in layout — mine had a small porthole with perfect sea-level views. The only friction: the generator cut out briefly during afternoon tea, delaying the espresso. But such moments felt human, not flawed. The crew lit lanterns each evening, casting warm patterns across the saloon. One night, anchored between Taka Makassar and Loh Liang, we shared stories over spiced rum as flying fish skittered past the rails. Cheng Ho doesn’t pretend to be modern; it embraces its 1996 bones with dignity. The sails, though rarely used, were raised briefly off Castle Rock — more ceremonial, but deeply moving. A vessel with memory.
Kasper S.
Berlin, DE
Som del af et multi-generation familietrip – min datter (12), min far (78) og min søster – havde vi behov for både rum og fleksibilitet. Cheng Ho imponerede med sin layout: min far fik en standard cabin på hoveddæk med let adgang til salonen, mens vi andre havde mere privatliv nede. Vi startede på Pink Beach, hvor far næsten nægtede at gå i land – han sad og tegnede klipperne i sin notesbog. Senere samme dag kørte vi til Manta Point. Jeg scubadived, mens datteren snorklede – hun fik sin første drone shot taget af crewet, og den video har hun set 50 gange. Måltiderne var en blanding af indonesisk og international; særligt mindes jeg en aften med grillet jackfish og ristede grøntsager serveret under stjernerne. Der var en lille udfordring med aircondition i min cabin – den summede lidt, men ingen katastrofe. Det var en rejse, hvor både børn og voksne følte sig set. Ikke alt var perfekt, men det føltes ægte – og det er sjældent i luxury segmentet.
Jasmine Norris
Berlin, DE
Cheng Ho — редкий пример аутентичного phinisi с настоящим sense of luxury. Мы с женой отметили 15-летие брака вдали от суеты — маршрут включал Taka Makassar и тихую бухту у Gili Lawa. Утренние кофе под плеск волн, завтраки с view на кораллы — всё выдержано в спокойном ритме. Master suite — просторная, с деревянными панелями teak и естественной вентиляцией. Экипаж предложил private dinner на палубе, с местным ужином под звёздами. Единственное — wifi был слабым, но, честно, мы почти не скучали по связи. Плавание к Wae Rebo было глубже культурно: местный гид провёл небольшой storytelling о традициях Mbaru Niang. Не просто cruise, а curated journey. Хотели бы добавить ещё два дня — особенно в районе Long Beach, где кристальная вода и почти нет людей.
Noura Al-Ansari
Dubai, AE
اخترت Cheng Ho لشهر عسلي بعد بحث دقيق، وكنت محقة. كزوجين شابين نبحث عن خصوصية وفخامة، لم نُخيّب. المقصورة التي حجزناها كانت من نوع standard cabin، لكنها فاقَت التوقعات — ديكور خشبي دافئ، حمام فاخر، وسرير مريح جداً. توقفنا في Kanawa Island حيث سبحنا جنباً إلى جنب مع السلاحف، ثم في Pink Beach حيث التقطنا صوراً لا تُنسى. الليلة الثانية، نظّم الطاقم لنا عشاء خاصاً على سطح الـ yacht مع شموع ونبيذ. لم يكن هناك تسلية اصطناعية، فقط صوت الأمواج والنجوم. وحدها مدة الرحلة (4 أيام) كانت قصيرة بعض الشيء — أتمنى لو بقينا 6 أيام. الـ drone shot الذي شاركونه معنا بعد الرحلة كان professional جداً. Cheng Ho يجعلك تشعر أنك بعيد عن العالم، لكنك مدلل بكل وسائل الراحة.
Efe Çınar
Berlin, DE
1996 yapımına rağmen Cheng Ho, vintage charme’sini kaybetmemiş. Ahşap güvertesi, el işlemesi direkleri, hâlâ bir denizcinin ruhunu taşıyor. Padar Adası’na sabahın erken saatlerinde vardık. Orada bir saat boyunca sadece manzarayı seyrettim. Cheng Ho’nun itineray’ı, çok fazla kalabalıkla karşılaşmadan doğal güzelliklere odaklanmayı sağladı. Taka Makassar’da dalış sonrası, gemide sıcak çorba sunuldu — tropikal iklimde bu gibi detaylar nadir. Sadece klima, bazı kabinlerde gece yarısı hafifçe gürültü yapıyordu. Ama bu, denizin sesiyle neredeyse kayboluyordu. Gemi ekibi, her sabah kahvaltıdan önce havanın durumunu tek tek anlatıyordu. Bu kadar bilgili ve sakin bir crew, trust veriyor.
Harold Mitchell
Berlin, DE
Honeymoon di Cheng Ho—simple, elegant, deeply romantic. Saya dan istri dari Makassar, tapi belum pernah ke Komodo. 4 hari di kapal ini seperti dream. Di Crystal Rock, kami snorkeling berdua, hold hands underwater—ikan-ikan berenang di sekitar, seperti part of our moment. Malam pertama, crew prepare rose petal di kamar, dan champagne on ice. Tidak berlebihan, tapi meaningful. Master Suite sangat luas, private deck dengan two loungers. Pagi-pagi, ngopi sambil lihat laut tanpa ada siapa-siapa. Makanan sangat refined: miso-glazed snapper, local jackfruit salad. Istri saya vegetarian, dan mereka accommodate dengan baik—no compromise on taste. Satu minor: shower pressure agak low, tapi water panas stabil. Di Padar Island, kita trek pagi, lihat sunrise dari atas—view-nya cinematic. Tidak ada kata yang cukup. Malam terakhir, kita duduk di bow, lihat bintang, dan crew matiin semua lampu. Terasa seperti kita satu-satunya di dunia. Cheng Ho bukan sekadar boat—ini memory maker.
Noah Dawson
Kuwait City, KW
سافرت مع زوجتي، وابنتنا المتزوجة، وزوجها وطفلهما (4 سنوات) على متن Cheng Ho. كعائلة ممتدة، كنا نخشى من عدم التوافق، لكن الـ layout الداخلي للـ yacht كان ذكياً: كل عائلة لديها مساحتها. توقفنا في Wainilu، حيث كانت المياه هادئة، مثالية للطفل الصغير، ثم في Kanawa Island حيث سبحنا مع السلاحف. الـ dining area كانت مكاناً مثالياً للتجمعات العائلية. الطعام كان ممتازاً: من السوشي إلى المنسف. أحببتُ جلسة القهوة الصباحية على السطح مع إطلالة على Padar Island. وحدها الـ wifi كانت بطيئة، لكنها لم تُشكل مشكلة حقيقية. الـ itinerary كان مثالياً: لا مفرط في الأنشطة، ولا ممل. Cheng Ho يوفّر توازناً نادراً بين التقاليد (كphinisi) والحداثة (كـ amenities). نخطط للعودة في العام القادم مع المزيد من الأقارب.
Rui
Beijing, CN
我们的 honeymoon 选在Cheng Ho，从登船那一刻起，氛围就对了——迎宾的柠檬草冷巾，房间冰镇的Rosé。Master Suite的四柱床挂着薄纱，夜里海浪声像摇篮曲。itinerary设计得很聪明：先在Kanawa Island轻松浮潜，再渐进到Manta Point的深蓝。导游知道我们是新婚，悄悄升级了晚餐的view，还送了一小瓶Veuve Clicquot。孩子们很喜欢船上的浮潜课，教练用玩具鱼吸引注意力，教学毫不枯燥。Komodo Island徒步那天，向导备了便携风扇，细节用心。Cheng Ho的奢华不在金光闪闪，而在那些看不见的体贴。Wi-Fi弱是事实，但谁需要发朋友圈呢？我们更愿意用宝丽来记录Long Beach的日落。唯一 wish 是spa服务能延长到两小时。
Georgia Quayle
Berlin, DE
Min mand og jeg valgte Cheng Ho til vores honeymoon, og det var en af de bedste beslutninger nogensinde. Vi søgte noget mere eksklusivt end de store cruise-færger, og phinisi-konceptet leverede – særligt med kun 26 gæster max. Vi var 12 om bord, hvilket skabte en nærværende stemning. Itineraret tog os til Komodo Island og Bidadari Beach, hvor vi fik privat guided tour i den tidlige daggry. Det var storslået – ingen mennesker, kun øglelyde og solnedgang over havet. På aftenen serverede crewet et candlelit dinner på dækket; jeg husker den burgunderøde duge og den lokale musik. Min master suite havde en dusche med kold/hot vand – sjældent på sådanne skibe. En lille ting: morgenkaffen var ikke specialty-grade, men det kompenserede de for med frisk kokosnød og mangos. Vi havde håbet på et stop ved Manta Point, men det må vente til næste gang. Alt i alt: ro, stil og autentisk kontakt med naturen. Ikke overproduceret – bare rigtigt.
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