Frank Harper
Dublin, IE



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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 Balcony — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 6.750.000

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

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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Experience the ultimate private phinisi corporate retreat or wedding aboard Arimbi Liveaboard. Bespoke luxury in Komodo National Park starts here.
Arimbi Liveaboard
Based on 197 reviews
Frank Harper
Dublin, IE
On assignment for a nature journal, I needed reliability and access—Arimbi Liveaboard provided both. Gili Lawa’s dawn light is extraordinary for avian shots—orange-footed scrub fowls, brahminy kites. The crew timed zodiac launches to the minute, ensuring we were on shore before first light. Batu Bolong’s submerged plateau offered dramatic wide angles, especially with a passing school of barracuda. The Standard Cabin was compact but well-finished, with clever storage for gear. I appreciated the absence of forced socialising—dinners were convivial but never obligatory. The only shortfall? The promised drone charging station was non-functional. Still, the captain rerouted to extend our time at Nusa Kode, where komodo dragons prowled near the tide line. That alone made the trip.
Theodore Carter
Abu Dhabi, AE
رحلة شهر العسل على متن Arimbi Liveaboard كانت اختياراً ذكياً. الـMaster Suite مخصصة للعرسان بحق: شرفة صغيرة، إفطار خاص، وديكور رومانسي. في Bidadari Beach، أمضينا نهاراً نسبح ونتناول المأكولات البحرية المشوية. الـdrone shot من فوق Padar Island وثق اللحظة بشكل cinematic. الـitinerary كان دقيقاً: لا تأخير، لا ازدحام. في المساء، جلسنا على السطح وتحدثنا لساعات تحت النجوم. الطعام كان متنوعاً، مع خيارات خفيفة للنباتيين. فقط لاحظت أن المكيف في الليلة الثالثة كان بصوت أعلى قليلاً، لكن الطاقم عالج الأمر فوراً. التجربة برمتها كانت هادئة، شخصية، وذات طابع خاص—بالضبط ما كنا نبحث عنه.
Nora Holloway
Berlin, DE
Arimbi Liveaboard adalah embodiment of quiet luxury. Tidak mencolok, tapi every detail speaks quality. Saya pergi dengan 3 teman lama, semua sibuk dengan pekerjaan high-pressure, dan butuh reset. Itinerary ke Sebayur dan Long Beach sangat well-chosen — dua spot yang belum terlalu crowded. Di Sebayur, kita spend waktu snorkeling dan menikmati silence. Tidak ada suara selain ombak dan burung. Kabin saya, Master Suite, punya private access ke side deck — perfect buat ngopi pagi tanpa gangguan. Breakfast selalu ada pilihan nasi uduk atau western set, dan kopi-nya dark roast yang bold. Crew tidak banyak bicara, tapi sangat observant — they remember how you like your eggs. Satu minor thing: charging point di kabin hanya dua, jadi harus sharing. Tapi itu kecil dibanding value yang didapat. Malam terakhir, kita duduk di bow, lihat bioluminescence — moment yang tidak bisa dibeli dengan uang.
Seren Barlow
Berlin, DE
Sebagai intermediate diver, I was excited to try Batu Bolong with Arimbi Liveaboard—and they delivered. The dive master sangat aware, always checking on us. Visibility over 20 meters, and the current brought in schools of barracuda, it was exhilarating. We also stopped at Long Beach for a quick swim—the sand so white it almost glows. Kabin saya simple tapi cozy, dengan linen yang wangi dan towel folding bentuk hati tiap hari. Breakfast selalu ada oatmeal dengan buah lokal, very appreciated. One small thing: the diving schedule sometimes shifted last minute karena cuaca, tapi safety first, I get it. The crew komunikasi dengan jelas. Malam di atas kapal, dengan langit penuh bintang dan zero light pollution—feels like another planet.
Martin Davies
Berlin, DE
Sebagai bagian dari corporate retreat tim leadership kami, Arimbi Liveaboard memberi nuansa yang berbeda—elegant tapi tetap conducive for deep conversations. The private deck jadi tempat sempurna untuk early morning strategy talks. Kami mampir ke Kalong Island saat sunset, pemandangan kelelawar keluar dari hutan bakau itu surreal, almost cinematic. Batu Bolong juga jadi spot favorit buat diving—the coral there masih pristine, dan visibility-nya top tier. Kabin Standard Cabin simple tapi well-maintained, daily linen change bikin feel di rumah. Sedikit note: breakfast sometimes came later than scheduled, tapi staffnya responsive saat kami adjust jadwal meeting. The attention to detail, from personalized water bottles sampai coffee blend khas Flores, menunjukkan they really get luxury in motion.
Xiang Eldridge
Dubai, AE
بصفتي مسافراً فردياً، اخترت Arimbi Liveaboard بحثاً عن تجربة هادئة وفاخرة، ووجدت بالضبط ما أردت. الـStandard Cabin نظيفة ومكيّفة بشكل ممتاز، وصوتها معزول—مهم جداً حين تبحث عن خصوصية. أحببت توقفنا في Batu Bolong، حيث كانت الرياح مثالية للغطس. المدربون المحليون متعاونون، وشرحوا الأمور بوضوح دون مبالغة. في Crystal Rock، التقطت لقطات بـdrone كانت من أفضل اللحظات. الطعام كان متنوعاً: من الكاري الإندونيسي الخفيف إلى الـpasta الطازجة. الطاقم يحترمون الهوية الثقافية للضيوف—لا إزعاج بعد صلاة المغرب. فقط أتمنى أن يكون هناك خيار للـjacuzzi على السطح، لكن مع هذا المنظر، من يحتاج؟
Peter Graham
Berlin, DE
一直想找一个既能接触文化又能深潜的trip,Arimbi Liveaboard的混合itinerary正中下怀。Wae Rebo的传统仪式让我们深受触动,村民的吟唱与自然融为一体。第二天转场到Crystal Rock,水下世界又是另一种震撼,巨型海扇与杰克风暴共舞。我们住Standard Cabin,虽不如master suite宽敞,但木质内饰温润,有种老钱风的克制美感。餐饮偏西式,但厨师听说我们来自Wuxi后,特地做了清炖狮子头,心意满分。Wi-Fi基本不可用,但本就是来disconnect的,也算合理。Arimbi不追求炫技,而是用沉静的节奏带人进入自然的频率。
Walter Lawrence
Kuwait City, KW
سافرت مع أربع صديقات من KW لرحلة friends getaway، واخترنا Arimbi Liveaboard بعد بحث دام شهراً. من اللحظة الأولى على متن الباخرة، شعرنا بالرقي الهادئ. كابينة Standard Cabin كانت أنظف مما توقعت، مع مروحة سقف خشبية تعطي طابعاً أصيلاً. رحلتنا من Wae Rebo إلى Batu Bolong كانت مليئة باللحظات الخاصة — خاصة الغطس عند الغروب حيث رأينا قناديل البحر تتحرك مثل نجوم تحت الماء. تناولنا العشاء في نص مفتوح على البحر في Nusa Kode، وشاهدنا شروق الشمس من وسط Padar Island. الطاقم قدّم خدمة شخصية دون تدخل مفرط. أتمنى فقط أن يكون هناك خيار شاي عربي أكثر تنوعاً — افتقدت كركم وقرفة حقيقيين. لكن Arimbi نجح في تقديم توازن نادر: مغامرة حقيقية مع رفاهية لا تُزعج. drone shot من القمة كان تذكاراً لا يُقدّر بثمن.
Xerxes Entwistle
Christchurch, NZ
Our honeymoon on the Arimbi Liveaboard began with a barefoot transfer from Labuan Bajo, and ended with us reluctant to touch land again. The phinisi’s 2018 build shows in every detail—the hydraulic gangway, the silent generator, the way the saloon stays cool without roaring AC. We spent our second day hiking Padar Island at dawn. The climb was steep, but the tri-bay panorama—emerald, sapphire, and rose—made my wife cry. That evening, anchored off Batu Bolong, the staff set up a private dinner on the upper deck. Grilled lobster, local sambal, and a 2016 Margaret River shiraz from their cellar. The only hiccup? A sudden squall delayed our snorkel at Manta Point by half a day. But the rescheduling was seamless. Our cabin, though compact, had a writing desk where I drafted three pages of thoughts—something I haven’t done in years. Arimbi balances adventure and ease like no other vessel I’ve known.
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