Gemma Turner
Detroit, US



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Experience a bespoke Komodo sailing journey aboard our premiumKomodo Open Trip 2026 | Shared Phinisi Tours from Labuan Bajofleet, where unparalleled hospitality standards meet traditional Indonesian phinisi craftsmanship in Komodo National Park.
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Experience comfort and elegance in our thoughtfully designed cabins, each offering a unique blend of modern amenities and traditional charm.

Master Cabin Agung 1 — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 8.800.000

Master Cabin Agung 2 — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 8.800.000

Deluxe Cabin Tambora — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 7.800.000

Deluxe Cabin Semeru — private bathroom, air-conditioning. ⚠️ NO PRICE SOURCE in .md pricing block (only Tambora priced) — WA-chase item #13 queued (rule#1 no-invent).
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard

Private Bunk Cabin — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 5.200.000

Share Bunk Cabin 1 — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 4.800.000

Share Bunk Cabin 2 — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 4.800.000
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Aimar Phinisi. 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.


























Aimar Phinisi is a 27-meter VIP-class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Featuring 7 spacious cabins, it accommodates up to 18 guests. Built in 2024, it combines traditional craftsmanship with modern comfort and premium service for an exclusive island-hopping experience from Labuan Bajo.
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Aimar Phinisi
Based on 112 reviews
Gemma Turner
Detroit, US
We chartered the Aimar Phinisi for a quiet babymoon, just as the second trimester settled in. Sailing from Labuan Bajo, we spent two days anchored at Taka Makassar—the sandbar there is something out of a dream, shallow and endless, perfect for slow wading. The Master Suite was discreetly spacious, with teak finishes and cross-ventilation that made air conditioning almost unnecessary. The crew anticipated needs without hovering—fresh coconut water appeared just as the sun peaked. We did wish for a bit more variety in the afternoon snacks, though the mango sorbet post-lunch was divine. One morning, we kayaked quietly around Sebayur Island’s mangroves, spotting reef egrets and juvenile batfish in the brackish channels. The boat’s design honors traditional phinisi lines but with contemporary comfort—hot water pressure is excellent, which matters after dusty Komodo hikes. It’s rare to feel both pampered and unobserved, but Aimar managed it. A seamless blend of elegance and ease.
Jorwerth Quatermass
Philadelphia, US
We joined the Aimar Phinisi for a family reunion—eight of us, ages 12 to 74. The boat handled the mix with quiet competence. The Master Suite was given to my parents; the Standard Cabins were roomy enough for couples. We spent a full day at Gili Lawa, where the kids snorkeled while the adults hiked the ridge for panoramic views. One afternoon, we drifted over Crystal Rock, watching reef sharks glide beneath the hull. The chef adapted meals seamlessly—gluten-free options, spicier sambals on request. The crew even organised a beach clean-up at Kalong, turning it into a group activity. Only critique: the sound insulation between cabins could be improved. But that’s a minor note in an otherwise flawless journey. We returned not just refreshed, but reconnected.
Rui Wang
Berlin, DE
为庆祝结婚十五年,我们选了 Aimar Phinisi。从登船那一刻起,氛围就对了 — 冰毛巾、 welcome drink 是冷萃 jasmine tea。Master Suite 的床品 thread count 感觉得出,睡眠 quality 极高。行程中 Pink Beach 的 walk 感受细腻粉砂,像走在丝绸上。船长特意安排我们在 Castle Rock 日落时巡航,光线 golden,drone shot 后来成了我们客厅的装饰画。唯一 wish 是增加一次夜间 fishing 体验,据说本地 crew 很擅长。晚餐的 degustation 每道菜都有 pairing suggestion,somewhat better than average。整体 experience 沉静而 rich,适合 anniversary couple。
Xiomara Edgbaston
Leeds, UK
Six of us—college friends now in our forties—booked the Aimar Phinisi for a long weekend escape. We wanted beauty without fuss, and the route through Kanawa Island and Kalong delivered. The house reef at Kanawa is ideal for casual snorkelers and experts alike; I watched a hawksbill glide past a coral bommie while my friend filmed manta rays from the dive platform. Our Standard Cabin was compact but thoughtfully laid out—ample storage, soft linens, and blackout curtains that made early mornings manageable. The only hiccup: Wi-Fi was nearly nonexistent, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise. We actually talked over G&Ts on the upper deck as the sky turned tangerine. The chef accommodated two vegetarians without compromise—curried lentil stew with house-baked roti was a highlight. On our last evening, anchored near Manjarite, we swam in bioluminescence, laughing like teenagers. It felt less like a trip and more like a recalibration.
Benjamín D. from Chiguayante
Berlin, DE
Como viajero frecuente, valoro la autenticidad más que el lujo ostentoso. El Aimar Phinisi logra ambos sin forzar. El diseño, aunque moderno, respeta la tradición phinisi. Viajé con mi hermano, interesado en fotografía. En Taka Makassar, pasamos horas buceando con cámara. El drone shot desde el aire sobre Padar Island fue espectacular. La tripulación nos ayudó a planear los mejores tiempos de luz. En Loh Liang, vimos komodos cazando; un momento crudo y real. Mi Standard Cabin era cómoda, aunque el enchufe europeo no funcionaba bien. Pero detalles como las toallas frías después del trek o el café recién hecho a las 5:30 a.m. marcaron la diferencia. No es un crucero masivo: es un viaje íntimo con alma. Ojalá hubiera más días en Pink Beach.
Min Liu
Berlin, DE
带两个孩子(8岁和12岁)出游最怕行程太赶,Aimar Phinisi 的 itinerary 却张弛有度。Nusa Kode 的徒步适合全家参与,向导用双语讲解 Komodo dragon 生态,孩子们全程专注。船上有儿童救生衣和浮潜面罩的备选尺码,细节到位。Standard Cabin 虽小,但空调强劲,孩子睡得很沉。Long Beach 的野餐 setup 很 smart,遮阳伞、冰镇椰子、防沙垫一应俱全。唯一建议是增加亲子 activity card,比如海洋生物贴纸册。晚上在甲板观星,船长还教孩子辨认南十字星。整体体验 far exceeded 我们对 family trip 的预期。
Mei S. from JP
Berlin, DE
Aimar Phinisiでの滞在は、burnout recoveryに必要なeverythingを備えていました。Gili Lawaのmangrove沿いでのbreathing exerciseは、副交感神経が優位になる感覚。Sebayur Islandのshoreでは、潮のリズムに合わせてwalking meditation。船内のaromatherapy sessionも、オイルのblendが洗練されていて、特にfrankincenseとylang-ylangのcombinationがdeep relaxationを誘いました。Master Suiteのbedding qualityは、hotel grade以上。朝食のchia puddingも、gut healthに配慮されていて感激。ただ、daily scheduleがややrigidで、flexibleに過ごしたい日は少しtightに感じました。でも、Wae Reboのvillage visitで地元のherbal teaを飲んだ瞬間、心が軽くなるのを感じました。
Portia Wakefield
Berlin, DE
Setelah operasi kecil, aku butuh recovery yang gentle. Wellness retreat di Aimar Phinisi jadi pilihan. Aku spend waktu mostly di cabin dan sun deck, with light activities. Stop di Crystal Rock dan Batu Bolong memberi vibe yang healing. Di Batu Bolong, aku duduk di pantai, hanya mendengarkan suara alam. Crew sangat aware akan kebutuhan recovery — quiet cabin, no early wake-up calls, meals delivered quietly. Makanan mostly steamed dan plant-based, with turmeric and ginger infusions. Standard Cabin cukup nyaman, tapi shower head-nya agak lemah. Tapi aku appreciate that they have non-scented toiletries, good for sensitive skin. Snorkeling aku skip, tapi dari deck, lihat suami snorkeling di Kanawa Island itu already joyful. Malam di Pink Beach, langit penuh bintang, aku rasakan gratitude yang dalam. This journey was medicine.
Rhett Ashwell
Wellington, NZ
I celebrated my sixtieth birthday on the Aimar Phinisi with four lifelong friends. We wanted beauty without spectacle, and the boat delivered. We spent a quiet morning at Bidadari Beach, where the water is so clear you can read the sand patterns ten meters down. I floated alone for nearly an hour, watching parrotfish graze. The Master Suite’s writing desk faced the sea — I filled three pages of my journal each day. The crew arranged a small cake with real vanilla beans, and we toasted at sunset near Castle Rock. My only note: the shower in my cabin had weak pressure on two occasions, but hot water was never an issue. Dinners were unhurried, with dishes like tamarind braised short ribs and coconut rice. One night, we turned off all lights and watched meteor trails above Wae Rebo. No speeches, no sentimentality — just the depth of shared years. I returned not younger, but lighter.
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