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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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Aoi Q. from Kasugai
Berlin, DE
フォトグラファーとしてArimbi Liveaboardを選びました。特にKanawa Islandのエメラルドグリーンの海は、まさにperfect canvas。朝の柔らかな光で撮った水中写真は、色彩が驚くほど鮮やか。船上のcrewは撮影サポートに慣れていて、drone launchのタイミングも的確に提案してくれた。Castle Rockの地形と流れのコンビネーションは、プロにとってはたまらない。Master Suiteのバルコニーから見える夜景も、星の軌道写真を撮るのに最適。ただ、2日目の電源供給が一時的に不安定で、バッテリー充電に焦ったのが唯一のストレス。でも、それ以外はプロ仕様の環境が整っていた。
Yousef Amin
Cairo, EG
سافرت مع ابني بعد تخرجه من الجامعة، واخترنا Arimbi Liveaboard كرحلة أولية له قبل دخول العالم المهني. من Wainilu إلى Nusa Kode، كانت كل محطة تُعلّم درساً عن الحرية والطبيعة. الغطس في Batu Bolong كان مذهلاً — رأينا سمكة ببغاء عملاقة. بقينا في Standard Cabin، والتي كانت بسيطة لكن مريحة. الطعام كان لذيذاً، مع خيارات صحية واضحة. في Gili Lawa، قدّم الطاقم كعكة صغيرة مع رسالة مكتوبة بخط اليد — لمسة شخصية نادرة. أتمنى فقط أن يكون هناك خيار شاي مصري (كالكركديه)، لكنهم حاولوا تقديم شيء مشابه. Arimbi يُقدّم تجربة ناضجة، لا تهتم بالزينة، بل بالجوهر. drone shot من Padar كان أفضل صورة في ألبوم العائلة. أشعر أن الابن عاد بثقة أكبر، كأن الجزيرة أعطته هوية جديدة.
Inés
Berlin, DE
Viajé con mi hijo de ocho años y no imaginé que un phinisi pudiera ser tan kid-friendly sin perder elegancia. Arimbi Liveaboard sorprendió: tenían juegos de cartas, tubos de snorkel infantiles y hasta un pequeño kit de pintura acuática. Navegamos desde Komodo Island hasta Wainilu, donde mi hijo vio su primer tiburón nodriza —no de lejos, sino justo debajo del kayak. El equipo nos dio tiempo, sin prisa. La cena familiar en cubierta, con luces tenues y música baja, fue un momento de conexión rara vez logrado en casa. La master suite, aunque no la necesitábamos, lucía espectacular en las fotos que tomó el staff con el drone. Hubiera querido más noches fondeados, pero entiendo las limitaciones del itinerary. La limpieza era impecable, y los baños siempre secos, detalle clave con niños. No es solo un barco; es una experiencia de parenting elevada. Volvemos en dos años, cuando sea un poco mayor.
Nina van der Kolk
Berlin, DE
Als ervaren dive group van zes, zijn we kritisch over logistiek en ruimte. De Arimbi Liveaboard biedt beide met precisie. De dive deck is goed georganiseerd, met genoeg ruimte voor camera gear – handig bij een site als Crystal Rock, waar je snel moet reageren op stroming. Onze groep dook vanaf Wainilu tot Padar Island, en elke locatie was top gekozen. De boot zelf is subtiel elegant: geen kitsch, gewoon clean design met donker hout en lichte lakens. De Master Suite voelt als een privérefuge. De chef kookte elke avond een set menu, met vis die dezelfde dag is gevangen. Alles is gemaakt voor flow: van het ontbijt tot de briefing. Maar ik moet zeggen – de nitrox tankvulling was één keer vertraagd, waardoor we een dive iets moesten aanpassen. Kleine fout in een verder perfecte operatie. Wat me het meeste raakte? De stilte ’s ochtends op zee, met alleen het geluid van het anker dat wordt gelicht. Geen overbodige muziek, geen gedoe. Gewoon zuivere natuur en een schip dat weet wat zijn rol is.
Hakan B. Yıldız
Berlin, DE
İstanbul trafiğinden kaçmak için Arimbi Liveaboard’a bindim, 4 günlük bir digital detox yolculuğuna çıktım. Loh Liang ve Kalong Island durakları, özellikle gürültüsüz sabahları, tam aradığım dinginliği sundu. Gemi 25 metre ama o kadar sessiz ki, gece yarısı güvertede otururken sadece dalga sesi duyuluyor. Standard Cabin’de kaldım ama size güvertede sunulan privacy, iç mekândan çok daha değerli. Wi-Fi erişimi sınırlı, ama bu da iyi – telefonum 4 gün boyunca %15’in altında. Sadece küçük bir not: minibar’da daha fazla Turkish delight olabilir mi diye düşündüm, yabancı lezzetleri sevenler için güzel olur. Pink Beach’e gittiğimiz gün, crew sabah erken güverteye yoga mat’ları serdi – ücretsiz bir session yapmışlardı. Gerçekten unexpected ama çok etkileyiciydi. Drone shot’larımı yalnızca sabahları çektim, güneşin doğuşu eşsizdi. Gemi 2018 yapımı ama iç dekor modern, Japonya’dan getirilmiş minimal lamp'lar dikkat çekiciydi. Arimbi, sadece bir tatil değil, bir yenilenme süreci gibiydi.
Robert Norris
Brisbane, AU
Our executive team needed an offsite that balanced strategic focus with genuine disconnection. Arimbi Liveaboard delivered with quiet precision. The 25-meter phinisi offered room to breathe—both literally and figuratively. We held morning briefings on the shaded aft deck, then dispersed: some hiked Komodo Island, others explored Crystal Rock’s reef system. The Master Suite’s workspace was well-lit and functional, ideal for drafting our Q3 roadmap. One afternoon, we anchored near Nusa Kode and used the kayaks for silent exploration—no agenda, just presence. Dining was refined but unstuffy: grilled reef fish with lemongrass, coconut sambal on the side. The crew anticipated needs—coffee ready at 6:30 sharp, towels warmed post-swim. My only note: the sound insulation between cabins could be improved, though not disruptive. What impressed me most was the crew’s discretion. They knew when to appear, when to fade. This wasn’t a luxury experience; it was a leadership reset.
Kana Matsumoto from JP
Berlin, DE
Arimbi Liveaboardの魅力は、無理に「体験を詰め込まない」こと。イタリネーションが自然のリズムに合わせて柔軟に変わる点が、都会暮らしに疲れ切った私には救いだった。Wainiluのサンライズでは、誰もが黙って海を見つめる時間があり、その沈黙がとても贅沢に感じられた。Standard Cabinのインテリアは、伝統的な木工とモダンな照明のバランスが絶妙。朝食のアボカドトーストに添えられた地元ハーブが、味の深みを増していた。ただ、1日目の夜にwifiが完全に途絶え、少し不安になった。でも、翌日からは安定したので問題なし。Kalond Islandのコウモリの群れが空を覆う様子は、原始の息吹を感じさせた。
Nora M.
Birmingham, GB
My fiftieth was spent on Arimbi Liveaboard, and I’ve not stopped thinking about it. The team arranged a sunrise hike on Gili Lawa, ending with coffee and lemon cake on the summit. Sebayur Island’s coral reefs were in surprising health—soft corals blooming in pinks and purples, reef sharks gliding beneath us. The Master Suite’s ensuite had a rainfall shower, though water pressure faltered once during a long rinse. Still, the attention to detail—personalised bathrobes, a curated reading stack—elevated the experience. One evening, we anchored off Bidadari Beach and swam through the sandbar as the moon rose. No speeches, no fuss—just stillness and the sound of waves. It felt like the gift I didn’t know I needed.
Isabella M. Silva
Berlin, DE
Nosso grupo de cinco amigas busca destinos que misturem natureza e conforto — o Arimbi Liveaboard superou expectativas. O itinerário entre Manjarite e Kanawa Island foi perfeito: águas claras, vida marinha ativa. Em Manjarite, nadamos com cardumes densos e até um tubarão-cinza dormindo na areia — inesquecível. O master suite que ocupei tinha uma janela circular que deixava a luz da manhã dançar no chão de madeira. O serviço é discreto, mas presente: toalhas de praia sempre disponíveis, água gelada no deck. O único ponto fraco: o sinal de satélite para chamadas era inconsistente, mas usamos isso para nos desconectar. O chef criou um jantar especial com frutos do mar grelhados e molho de tamarindo, acompanhado de vinho branco chileno. À noite, fizemos um drone shot coletivo do barco ancorado — um souvenir digital que amamos. Um verdadeiro soul reset.
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