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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 175 reviews
Oscar L.
Nottingham, UK
As an experienced diver, I’m particular about liveaboard conditions. The Aimar Phinisi impressed from the first descent at Crystal Rock — strong current, vibrant coral, and a school of dogtooth tuna cutting through the blue. The dive team is well-organized: gear prep, briefing clarity, and surface marker buoy deployment were all precise. We also dived near Castle Rock, where the upwelling brought pelagics close to the reef. The Standard Cabins are compact but well-ventilated, with quality mattresses. I appreciated the freshwater rinse showers post-dive. One note: the night-vision cameras on deck weren’t functioning, so we missed bioluminescent sightings. But the galley more than compensated — meals were inventive without being fussy, and the coffee was properly extracted. Evenings were spent on the upper deck, reviewing dive logs with cold Bintang. The boat’s 2024 build shows in its thoughtful layout: wide decks, secure handholds, and quiet engines. A solid choice for serious divers who still value comfort.
Yael Estcourt
Berlin, DE
Saya treat myself with 3D2N trip di Aimar Phinisi untuk ulang tahun. Crew tahu itu hari spesial, jadi prepare small cake with candle — tidak berlebihan, tapi thoughtful. Singgah di Bidadari Beach dan Long Beach, both stunning, tapi Bidadari lebih peaceful. Snorkeling di Crystal Rock memberi highlight: I saw a cuttlefish change color in seconds! Kabin saya, Standard Cabin, bersih dan ranjangnya nyaman. AC tidak berisik, penting buat saya yang light sleeper. Dinner menu sangat well-balanced — grilled lobster dengan herb butter, disajikan dengan wine yang dipilih oleh sommelier onboard. Satu hal: lebih banyak pilihan dessert akan nice, tapi overall execution sangat polished. Waktu sunset di dek, dengan angin sepoi-sepoi, saya merasa truly celebrated — even if solo.
Dong-Woo Kim
Berlin, DE
Aimar Phinisi는 technical dive 준비가 매우 철저한 보트다. Batu Bolong과 Castle Rock은 advanced diver에게 perfect한 challenge였다. O2 tank refill도 신속했고, dive deck layout이 very functional해서 gear setup이 편했다. crew는 dive leader와의 communication이 smooth해서 site briefings이 명확했다. 개인적으로 Komodo Island 북쪽에서 만난 manta는 오래 기억될 듯. Standard Cabin은 조용하고, 침구 퀄리티가 hotel급이라 만족스러웠다. 다만 charging station이 공용 공간에만 있어 약간 불편했다. evening에는 dive log를 작성하며 deck에서 cold beer를 마시는 routine이 생겼다. next time는 8-day itinerary로 예약할 계획이다. overall, dive-focused luxury를 잘 구현한 vessel이다.
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.
Sterling Yule
Berlin, DE
Sebagai founder startup, aku butuh break dari screen. Aimar Phinisi jadi perfect digital detox. Aku datang sendiri untuk wellness retreat, fokus pada mental reset. Program termasuk morning journaling session, sound healing, dan guided forest walk di Wae Rebo. Komunitas lokal welcome banget. Di kapal, no Wi-Fi policy after 8 PM — initially hard, tapi lama-lama addictive. Snorkeling di Crystal Rock bikin aku present — focus on breathing, on movement. Makanan mostly organic, banyak turmeric shots dan matcha latte. Master Suite sangat conducive untuk sleep — blackout curtains, premium mattress. Cuma, shower curtain agak tricky, selalu nempel, tapi minor. Malam di Pink Beach, kita bakar kayu kecil, minum herbal tea, ngobrol dengan captain tentang tradisi phinisi. Itu night changed my perspective.
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.
Rafał Stefański
Berlin, DE
Jako członek dive group z Gdyni, byłem na wielu liveaboardach – ale Aimar Phinisi to nowy standard. Siedem kajut, 18 osób max – to idealny setup dla naszej grupy 12 osób. W Manta Point mieliśmy niemal private access – nie było tłumów. Boat crew znał najlepsze dive windows i przewidywał prądy z niezwykłą dokładnością. Mój buddy zrobił drone shot pod wodą – obraz rafa w Taka Makassar był pure magic. Master Suite, choć niekoniecznie potrzebna dla nurka, miała świetne storage dla gearu – duże boxy, suszarnia przy silniku. Jeden dzień był słabszy – lekkie opóźnienie w transferze do Padar, ale weather to factor. Jedzenie? Genuinely outstanding – fusion z Indonesian spices i Mediterranean touch. Po 6-dniowej wyprawie, nie czułem zmęczenia – to mówi wiele o komforcie. Wciąż analizuję zdjęcia – ale to nie tylko about visuals. To był total immersion. Wish we had time for one more site – może next anniversary trip.
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