Julian T. Wilde
Houston, US



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AC & Kamar Mandi Dalam
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Labuan Bajo
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Experience comfort and elegance in our thoughtfully designed cabins, each offering a unique blend of modern amenities and traditional charm.

Traditional double rooms featuring handcrafted wooden interiors and cool climate control.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Full Double Bed

Functional twin-share cabins designed for active explorers and groups.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
2 Twin Beds
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Ayla Boat. 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.


























Ayla Boat adalah phinisi yacht kelas standar sepanjang 22 meter untuk maksimal 10 tamu. Memiliki 4 kabin nyaman, dibangun tahun 2015. Menawarkan pengalaman luxury sailing di Komodo dengan desain autentik dan pelayanan profesional untuk private charter maupun group tour.
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Julian T. Wilde
Houston, US
As someone who values rhythm and quiet efficiency, the Ayla Boat delivered in ways few charters do. I joined with two fellow photographers for a focused expedition, and the crew adjusted seamlessly to our early starts and gear-laden comings and goings. At Batu Bolong, we captured the komodo dragons at dawn light—rarely seen without crowds—and the guide knew exactly how to position us for clean compositions. The Standard Cabin, though not expansive, had excellent ventilation and blackout curtains, crucial after late-night editing. Ayla Boat’s deck became our mobile studio; we’d lay out lenses on the teak and charge batteries using the dedicated USB-C ports in each cabin. One evening, anchored near Pink Beach, we shot the shoreline in the rose-gold light, then returned to a simple but perfectly seasoned seafood curry. My only note: the dinghy could benefit from a more padded seat for longer transits. Still, the balance of function and quiet elegance made this a standout.
Татьяна С.
Москва, RU
Наш corporate retreat на Ayla Boat стал идеальным балансом уединения и продуктивности. Четыре дня между Padar Island и Gili Lawa позволили команде полностью отключиться от офисного шума. Я работала из master suite — пространство продумано до деталей: тихо, кондиционер работает без лишнего шума, а утренний кофе подавали на палубе с видом на бухту. Капитан выбрал маршрут с умом: утром дайв-сноркелинг у Batu Bolong, днём — мозговые штурмы в тени маркизы. Единственное — wifi был слабоват после 18:00, но, честно, это даже помогло. Экипаж действовал незаметно, но всегда в нужный момент: тёплая вода для душа, полотенца с логотипом, лёгкие закуски между встречами. Вечера мы проводили у костра на Sebayur Island — drone shot с высоты передал атмосферу идеально. Хотелось бы пятый день — почувствовали, что только вошли в ритм. Но даже в таком формате — это perfect level организации и комфорта.
Dina Anggraini
Berlin, DE
和桃園的三位閨蜜選了 Ayla Boat 來場 friends getaway,4天的航程從 Padar Island 開始,登頂時的 sunrise 真是 perfect。船身22米不算極大,但4間 cabin 分布得很私密,我們住的 Standard Cabin 寬敞、通風佳,浴室排水也順。最驚豔的是晚餐的 grilled lobster,搭配 chill 的 white wine,坐在甲板上聊到深夜。行程第二天到 Long Beach,沙質細如麵粉,我們直接在岸上做了半小時的 morning yoga。船員很懂分寸,需要服務時立刻出現,不打擾時完全 invisible。唯一小遺憾是浮潛 gear 種類不多,若能有 carbon fins 會更 ideal。整體 itinerary 編排得鬆緊適中,既去了熱門點,也有時間在海上靜靜看日落。Ayla Boat 不走浮誇路線,但那份低調的質感,正是我們這群注重 wellness 的女性真正欣賞的。
Hữu Bình Nguyễn
Berlin, DE
Gia đình tôi, gồm ba thế hệ từ Hà Nội, chọn Ayla Boat cho chuyến đi Komodo nhân dịp sinh nhật lần thứ 60 của bố. Với 4 cabin, chúng tôi vừa đủ chỗ – Master Suite rộng rãi, đặc biệt phù hợp cho bố mẹ tôi, còn Standard Cabin vẫn đủ tiện nghi cho hai đứa trẻ. Hành trình đưa chúng tôi đến Pink Beach và Manjarite, nơi nước trong đến mức con trai 8 tuổi của tôi lần đầu tiên thấy san hô qua kính bơi mà không cần lặn. Crew rất tinh tế – họ chuẩn bị sẵn đồ ăn nhẹ không cay cho ông bà, điều mà tôi không ngờ họ để ý đến. Một điểm nhỏ là wifi hơi yếu ở khu vực phía sau boat, nhưng thật ra, ai cần mạng khi đang ngắm hoàng hôn từ sundeck với ly trà gừng do đầu bếp tự nấu? Dịch vụ không ồn ào mà thầm lặng, kiểu chăm sóc khiến bạn cảm thấy được nâng niu. Chỉ tiếc là hành trình mới 4 ngày – giá mà có option 6-night itinerary để ghé thêm Wae Rebo. Dù sao, Ayla Boat vẫn là lựa chọn cân bằng giữa comfort và authenticity, không quá sang trọng phô trương nhưng đủ tinh tế để cảm nhận được chất riêng.
So-Hee Lee
Berlin, DE
친구 4명과 함께 Ayla Boat에서 3박을 보냈다. Padar Island에서의 트레킹 후 돌아온 보트의 welcome drink는 피로를 한순간에 녹였다. 객실은 Standard Cabin이었지만, storage 공간과 natural wood finish가 고급스러웠다. 특히, 저녁마다 chef가 준비한 fusion menu가 인상적이었고, local spices를 현대적으로 재해석한 dish들이 memorable했다. Wainilu에서의 해변 요가는 마음을 안정시키는 데 큰 역할을 했다. 아쉬운 점은 보트의 charging station이 한 곳뿐이라 다소 불편했지만, 승무원이 portable charger를 즉시 제공해줘 상황을 잘 커버했다. 다음 일정도 이미 문의 중이다.
Valentina M. from Genova
Genova, IT
L’Ayla Boat si è rivelata una scelta impeccabile per la nostra expedition fotografica tra i paesaggi marini del Komodo. Con solo quattro cabine, il feeling era intimo senza mai scivolare nell’affollato. La nostra base era la Master Suite, spaziosa e con un lighting naturale incredibile all’alba — fondamentale per chi lavora con la luce. Abbiamo trascorso due mattine a Batu Bolong, dove le correnti forti ma controllate hanno permesso drone shot mozzafiato sugli squali pinna bianca. Il team dell’Ayla Boat conosceva ogni angolo: sapevano esattamente quando posizionare il tender per il golden hour a Gili Lawa. Certo, il wifi a bordo era un po’ spotty, ma sinceramente? Era una benedizione. Meno connessione, più presenza. Il dive master ha coordinato con precisione tedesca ogni uscita, anche se non eravamo un vero dive group, solo appassionati con GoPro. Forse l’unica nota: avrei gradito un’ora in più a Crystal Rock, ma capisco che il timing dell’itinerary fosse stretto. La colazione a bordo, con frutta locale tagliata al momento e caffè vero, è diventata un rituale. Non era solo un charter, era un ritmo. E a quel ritmo, ci si abitua in fretta.
ธีระ ศรีพานิช
Berlin, DE
พาครอบครัวสามรุ่น — ตัวเองกับภรรยา, ลูกสาววัยมหาลัย, และคุณพ่อวัย 72 — ไป Komodo ด้วยกันครั้งแรก ต้องการ balance ระหว่าง adventure กับ comfort Ayla Boat ตอบโจทย์ได้อย่างน่าทึ่ง แม้เรือ built ปี 2015 แต่การดูแลรักษาระดับ high standard ห้อง Master Suite มีพื้นที่เพียงพอให้คุณพ่อเดินได้สะดวก ไม่รู้สึกอึดอัด เด็กๆ ชอบพักที่ Standard Cabin เพราะใกล้ห้องครัวและขนมว่างที่มีตลอด ทริปพาเราไป Pink Beach และ Padar Island ที่ Padar เด็กๆ เดินขึ้นจุดชมวิว คุณพ่อใช้เวลาอยู่บนเรือ แต่ crew จัดชุดน้ำชายามบ่ายให้ถึง deck ส่วนตัว วิวภูเขาโค้งสีเขียวจากมุมนั้น แทบไม่ต้องเดินก็ได้ภาพ drone shot ที่ perfect อาหารมีทั้ง local อย่าง ikan bakar กับ western options เช่น pasta ซึ่งทุกคนชอบ ข้อเดียวที่ติดใจคืออยากให้เพิ่มอีกหนึ่งวัน เพราะ Wae Rebo เรายังรู้สึกว่าไปได้ไม่ลึกพอ
Hong M. Lin
Berlin, DE
父母金婚,我们兄妹三人策划了这次 multi-generation trip。Ayla Boat 的四 cabin 刚好容纳我们六人,连奶奶的轮椅也能在甲板固定。Wae Rebo 的文化体验让长辈感动,他们说像回到年轻时的闽南村落。船员协助上下船,非常耐心。我们在 Bidadari Beach 放了纪念漂流瓶,孩子用英文写了家书。餐饮方面,主厨特制了软食菜单,奶奶吃得满意。Komodo Island 的徒步我们部分改乘电瓶车,灵活安排。船体虽标准 class,但稳定性好,几乎无晕眩。唯一小点是储物空间略紧。这次 journey 用 gentle 方式连接了三代人的情感,比任何 luxury 都珍贵。
Bo-Mi Park
Berlin, DE
친구들과 함께 Ayla Boat에서 40번째 생일을 축하했는데, 정말 perfect한 선택이었다. 특히 Taka Makassar에서의 스노클링은 water clarity가 마치 아쿠아리움 같았다. 드론 샷으로 찍은 Pink Beach의 컬러 그라디언트는 인생 사진 그 자체. Master Suite는 넓고, 킹사이즈 베드에서 밤새 바다 소리만 들으며 잠들 수 있어 힐링 그 자체였다. 아쉬운 점은 와이파이가 약간 불안정해서 인스타 스토리 업로드가 힘들었다는 정도. 하지만 승무원이 즉각 satellite phone으로 긴급 업무 통화를 도와줘서 큰 문제는 없었다. 이 모든 걸 6명의 소규모 그룹이 독점한 프라이빗 느낌이 luxury charter의 진정한 의미라고 느꼈다. 다음엔 diving group으로 다시 오고 싶다.