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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.
Deluxe Room 1 — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 6.000.000
Deluxe Room 2 — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 5.750.000
Master Balcony — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 6.750.000
Superior Room 1 — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 4.750.000
Superior Room 2 — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 4.750.000
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Arimbi Liveaboard. 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.
Arimbi Liveaboard is a 25-meter VIP class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features include 5 spacious cabins, accommodating up to 12 guests, built in 2018. Enjoy personalized service, premium amenities, and immersive diving adventures with expert crews based in Labuan Bajo.
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Arimbi Liveaboard
Based on 204 reviews
Anvi G.
Berlin, DE
मैंने अपने babymoon के लिए Arimbi Liveaboard चुना — एक ऐसी जगह जहाँ luxury और calm का balance हो। मैंने गर्भावस्था के 6 महीने में ये trip ली, और staff ने मेरी comfort को priority दिया। हमने Komodo Island की ranger walk की, लेकिन pace slow रखा गया, जिसके लिए मैं grateful हूँ। Wae Rebo तक cultural excursion था — वहाँ के traditional village और sunrise views बहुत healing लगे। मेरी master suite में extra pillows और herbal teas की arrangement की गई, जो thoughtful gesture था। एक बात — evening entertainment थोड़ा limited था, लेकिन honestly, बेबी के लिए ये quietness एक blessing थी। Kalong Island पर bat flight का दृश्य भी magical था। ये trip मेरे लिए slow living का definition बदल चुका है।
Nathan Reynolds
London, GB
We boarded Arimbi Liveaboard for our honeymoon, drawn by its reputation for privacy and authenticity. The Master Suite’s design—teak finishes, soft linen drapes, a private nook for morning coffee—felt deeply personal. Days unfolded with gentle rhythm: a sunrise hike on Komodo Island, followed by a swim at Pink Beach where the sand shimmers like crushed coral. One afternoon, we anchored near Kanawa and snorkeled the outer reef, spotting a reef shark gliding beneath us. The chef prepared a private dinner on the upper deck one evening—duck breast with star anise, paired with a Burgundy they’d sourced thoughtfully. My only minor critique: the water pressure in the Master Suite dipped slightly during peak use, though resolved quickly. What stayed with me was the crew’s quiet grace—remembering my wife’s preference for jasmine tea, offering it before she even asked. Arimbi doesn’t perform romance; it allows space for it to grow.
Maren Tindall
New York, US
I booked Arimbi Liveaboard for a wellness retreat with three close friends, all of us needing space after intense professional years. The boat’s rhythm—early yoga on the foredeck, silent paddling off Pink Beach, herbal compresses after snorkeling—felt more like a curated reset than a vacation. The Standard Cabin, though listed as such, was anything but ordinary: handmade linens, a rain shower with excellent pressure, and blackout screens that ensured deep sleep. We spent a full morning at Kanawa Island, where the sand is warm but never hot, and the water clarity revealed parrotfish trails in the shallows. One evening, the staff arranged a private beach meditation on Nusa Kode, complete with singing bowls and cold cucumber towels. My only critique: I wish we’d had a fifth day. Four felt like we were just settling into the boat’s tempo when it was time to disembark. Still, the integration of subtle luxury—like chilled lemongrass tea appearing exactly when needed—left a lasting impression. Not a single moment felt staged.
Natalie Thomson
San Francisco, US
We joined Arimbi Liveaboard for a four-day dive-focused itinerary, and the pacing was nothing short of deliberate perfection. As part of a small dive group from the West Coast, we appreciated how the crew anticipated needs without intrusion. The Master Suite’s teak detailing and subtle ventilation system made for restful nights between dives at Crystal Rock and Komodo Island. At Crystal Rock, the current was just right—strong enough for drift diving, clean enough to spot pygmy seahorses near the sandy ledge. The kitchen sent up miso-glazed eggplant one evening, which we ate under a bruised twilight sky near Kanawa. My only note: the satellite connection lagged during a time-sensitive email exchange—understandable, given the location. Still, that disconnection became part of the charm by day two. Arimbi doesn’t perform luxury; it inhabits it quietly. The dive guide, Pak Wayan, knew the tides like breath patterns. We surfaced one morning near Nusa Kode to find a pod of melon-headed whales moving west. No announcements, no fuss—just the captain slowing the engine so we could float and watch.
Alp K. Demir
Berlin, DE
Dive grubumla 4 günlük Arimbi Liveaboard yolculuğuna çıktık ve doğrusu beklentilerimizin çok ötesindeydi. Crystal Rock ve Pink Beach rotası, özellikle intermediate ve advanced dalış yapanlar için perfect. Gemi 25 metre ama çok stabil, dalış sonrası dinlenmek için güvertede yeterli alan var. Ben Master Suite’deydim, penceresinden doğrudan deniz görünüyor – sabahları uyandığımda mavi tonlar sadece ruhu değil, bedeni de dinlendiriyor. Dive master ekibi çok bilgili, özel brief’ler veriyorlardı – özellikle mantaray gördüğümüz anı planlamışlardı. Tek küçük eksik, nitrox ücreti ekstra – biraz beklenmedikti ama dive gear’ın kalitesi buna değerdi. Kalong Island’a geçtiğimiz akşam, crew güverteye özel bir seafood barbecue ayarlamıştı. O geceki drone shot’um, yarasa sürüsünün gökyüzünde dağılışını gösteriyor, hâlâ bakmaya doyamıyorum. Gemi 2018 yapımı ama bakımı 5 yıldızlı otel gibi. 5 cabin’i olan bu phinisi, 12 kişilik kapasiteye sahip ama biz 10 kişiydik, bu yüzden herkes için alan vardı. Arimbi, sadece bir dive boat değil, bir underwater sanctuary’ye giden kapının anahtarı.
Hina N. from JP
Berlin, DE
妊娠7ヶ月のbabymoonとしてArimbi Liveaboardを選びました。ゆっくりとしたペースと、スタッフの配慮がとても心強かった。Kanawa Islandのビーチは砂がまるで粉雪のようで、裸足で歩くだけで癒された。午後は常に日陰のビーチラウンジで本を読みながら、ココナッツウォーターを嗜む日々。Master Suiteのバスタブで海を見ながらの入浴は、まさにprivate wellness ritual。ただ、船上の階段が少し急で、後期の体には少し負担を感じた。でも、スタッフが常にそっと手を差し伸べてくれるのがありがたかった。Bidadari Beachのサンセットヨガは、呼吸と波音が重なり、深い安らぎをくれた。
Noah Vickers
Los Angeles, US
As a cinematographer, I’m attuned to light and motion—Arimbi Liveaboard moved with the tides like it was breathing. Gili Lawa at golden hour offered silhouetted ridgelines and long shadows over the savannah. We shot drone footage at Batu Bolong, where the current carved channels through the reef. The crew facilitated without hovering—camera batteries charged, memory cards backed up. The Standard Cabin was functional, though the ensuite door latch needed adjusting. Meals were served family-style: grilled squid, turmeric rice, jackfruit salad. One evening, anchored off Manjarite, we filmed bioluminescence in the wake—pure magic. I wished we’d had a full week; six days felt like a sketch, not the full portrait.
Isla M. Chase
Dublin, IE
Turning fifty on the Arimbi Liveaboard was, unexpectedly, an act of reclamation. Five women—old university friends—booked the entire yacht, drawn by its privacy and understated elegance. The communal table became our nightly salon: stories over miso-glazed snapper and Albariño. We swam at Pink Beach under a late-morning sun, the sand staining our ankles pale coral. Later, at Kalong Island, we watched the bat exodus in silence, a swirling mass blotting out the twilight. The Master Suite’s wraparound window framed it perfectly. The boat’s design favors natural light and airflow—no claustrophobic corridors. I did find the shower drain slow after heavy use, but it was a minor note in an otherwise flawless composition. What stayed with me was the quiet competence of the crew—how they knew when to offer warm towels, when to retreat. We weren’t guests. We were custodians of a rare moment.
Defne M. Alkan
Berlin, DE
Bodrum’dan uzaklaşmak, biraz daha wild nature’a dalmak istedik ve Arimbi Liveaboard bizi tam da oraya taşıdı. Pink Beach ve Padar Island rotasını seçtik – manzaralar gerçekten film sahnesi gibi. Gemi, VIP class phinisi olmanın hakkını veriyor: her sabah kahvaltıda fresh-squeezed dragon fruit juice, akşam ise curated wine pairing. Master Suite’de kaldım, banyosunda heated towel rack bile var – küçük ama çok değerli bir detay. Sadece bir şey eksikti: güneşlenme alanındaki minderler biraz daha yumuşak olabilirdi, özellikle uzun günlerin ardından. Loh Liang’a kara geçişi yürüyerek yaptık, oradaki komodo gözlem kulesi inanılmazdı. Crew, orada bize özel bir picnic paketi hazırlamıştı – vegan seçenek de eklemişlerdi, çok dikkat çekiciydi. Drone shot’larımı da güverteyle sınırlı tuttum çünkü ekibin önerisiyle environment’a saygı duyduk. 4 gün kısa geldi, özellikle Nusa Kode’a bir gün eklemeyi diledik. Arimbi, sadece bir yolculuk değil, bir lifestyle shift gibi hissettiriyor. Bodrum’daki lüksten uzak, ama daha anlamlı bir luxury yaratıyor.
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