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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.
The vessel's largest suite, located on the upper deck with a private balcony and flexible bedding for families of up to four.
Capacity
4 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed + 2 Extra Beds
Rate / Person
IDR 7.500.000
An upper-deck sanctuary featuring a private balcony and a cozy queen-bed setup with an extra single bed.
Capacity
3 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed + 1 Extra Bed
Rate / Person
IDR 7.000.000
A smartly configured main-deck suite combining a queen bed with single bunks, ideal for groups or siblings.
Capacity
4 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed + 2 Single Bunks
Rate / Person
IDR 4.500.000
A spacious quad-bunk cabin on the upper deck, perfect for large friend batches or dive groups seeking a social vibe.
Capacity
4 Guests
Bed Type
4 Single Bunk Beds
Rate / Person
IDR 4.100.000
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Ciela 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.
Ciela Liveaboard is a 28-meter VIP-class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Featuring 4 spacious cabins, it accommodates up to 15 guests. Built in 2019, it combines traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with modern comfort and premium service for an exclusive island-hopping experience.
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Ciela Liveaboard
Based on 51 reviews
Dashiell Kirkbride
Singapore, SG
Ciela Liveaboard struck the perfect balance between authenticity and comfort. As someone who’s sailed several Indonesian liveaboards, I appreciated the restraint in design—no over-polished veneer, just honest craftsmanship. We anchored at Taka Makassar, where the sandbar emerged like a dream at low tide, and spent hours swimming in the shallows. The crew arranged a private picnic, which felt spontaneous but was clearly well-planned. Dinners were a quiet affair—seared tuna with lemongrass, paired with a crisp Sancerre from their modest but well-chosen cellar. My only wish? One additional night. Four days felt like a fleeting introduction to a landscape that demands slow immersion.
Nina van der Kolk
Berlin, DE
Met drie generaties – oma, mijn ouders, mijn broer met kinderen – hadden we behoefte aan een reis waar iedereen zich comfortabel voelt. De Ciela Liveaboard bleek een uitstekende keuze. De Standard Cabin is ruimer dan verwacht, en de gemeenschappelijke ruimte op het achterdek gaf iedereen genoeg privacy én gezelligheid. Tijdens de lunch voor anker bij Kanawa Island aten we rijsttafels op het dek, terwijl de kinderen vanaf de zijkant zwemmen. De excursie naar Kalong Island in de late namiddag was magisch – de zon ging onder terwijl honderden vleermuizen opstegen boven de mangroves. Onze gids, Pak Dedi, wist precies wanneer en waar we moesten staan voor de beste foto. De avondmaaltijden aan boord hadden een subtiel westers-Indonesische twist – denk aan tataki van tonijn met ketjap glaze. Alles was geregeld, maar nooit stijf. Misschien iets minder formele diners op een van de avonden, maar dat is een kleine opmerking. Het geheel voelde als een soort stil, luxe ritueel. We zouden graag terugkeren voor een langere itinerary.
Vania Chetwynd
Berlin, DE
Bawa anak usia 6 tahun ke Komodo via Ciela Liveaboard ternyata smooth banget. Crew siapkan kids kit—mask, snorkel kecil, bahkan coloring book. We anchored di dekat Bidadari Beach, dan anak saya langsung happy main pasir. Snorkeling session diadain dekat boat, jadi gak perlu perahu kecil. Di Manta Point, kita semua turun, dan meskipun dia takut awalnya, pas lihat manta dia teriak 'Ikan terbang!'—so cute. Kabin kami Standard Cabin, cukup luas untuk satu anak tambahan. Makanan bisa request kid-friendly, dan chef bikin pasta setiap hari. Hanya, noise dari mesin agak terdengar di malam hari. Tapi overall, the attention to detail bikin kami feel cared for. Even the life vest for kids had animal prints. Will definitely consider Ciela lagi kalau mau ke Labuan Bajo area.
Faustine Mercer
Singapore, SG
We chose Ciela Liveaboard for our honeymoon seeking intimacy, not spectacle. The 28-meter phinisi delivered—especially during our two nights anchored between Wainilu and Gili Lawa. One evening, the crew set up a private dinner on deck: grilled mahi-mahi, jackfruit salad, and a bottle of Burgundy we’d brought. No music, just the sound of water against the hull. The Master Suite had a sliding door to the side deck—perfect for midnight stargazing. What I didn’t expect was how the simplicity of life aboard—cold showers, shared meals, no internet—brought us closer. The crew was present but never intrusive; they anticipated needs without fuss. Only note: the mattress in our cabin was slightly too firm. But that’s a personal preference. By the time we reached Long Beach, we felt like we’d reclaimed time, one unhurried hour at a time.
Jude M.
Toronto, CA
Our leadership team needed a reset, and Ciela Liveaboard provided the perfect setting—remote enough to disconnect, comfortable enough to collaborate. The open salon became our informal boardroom by day, then transformed into a dining space with curated Indonesian cuisine by night. We explored Batu Bolong and Taka Makassar, the latter offering a surreal sandbar crossing at low tide. The crew facilitated without dominating—exactly the balance we needed. The Standard Cabins were functional, though sound transmission between rooms could be improved. Still, the overall experience—thoughtful, unobtrusive, deeply restorative—was exactly what we needed to realign. Ciela doesn’t sell luxury; it lives it quietly.
Crispin Jagger
Los Angeles, US
As part of a dive group of eight, we needed reliability and comfort. Ciela Liveaboard offered both. The dive operations at Castle Rock and Long Beach were seamless—tenders timed perfectly, tanks always ready. The crew knew our names by the second day, and which regulator brand each of us preferred. I stayed in a mid-cabin; while smaller than the suite, it had excellent airflow and a quiet fan. The only minor issue: the rinse tanks could’ve been larger for bulkier gear. Still, everything was cleaned and stored daily. Evenings were spent on deck watching the sky shift over Pink Beach. The chef accommodated a pescatarian and two gluten-free guests without compromise. One night, we anchored near Gili Lawa and swam under bioluminescence—no music, no announcements, just the crew pointing us toward the magic. Ciela understands that some moments need no narration.
Yuni M. Situmeang
Berlin, DE
Taka Makassar itu tempat yang feel otherworldly. Ciela Liveaboard anchored just outside the main current, jadi water tetap calm. We did a sunrise snorkel — visibility maksimal, dan the coral garden di sana still untouched. I stayed in Standard Cabin, dan meski simple, the linen quality bikin tidur pulas. Crew selalu tahu kapan harus muncul dan kapan harus fade into background — service yang refined. One night, they set up a movie screening di deck dengan local indie film, yang unexpectedly lovely. Dinner buffet kadang kebanyakan seafood, tapi I get it — kita di tengah laut. Overall, the pace cocok banget buat detox dari city life.
Noura Al-Hammadi
Dubai, AE
قضيت أسبوعاً على متن Ciela Liveaboard كجزء من ويلنس ريتريت خاص مع مدربة يوغا من بالي. الـmaster suite كانت هادئة ومصممة بذوق رفيع، مع إطلالة بانورامية على بحر فلوريس. توقفنا في Wae Rebo، حيث قمنا بنزهة مبكرة عند الفجر مع السكان المحليين، ثم عدنا للقارب لجلسة تأمل جماعية على الصوت الطبيعي للموج. المساء في Long Beach كان لا يُنسى — العشاء تحت النجوم مع موسيقى حية خفيفة. الطاقم كان مهنياً بشكل ملحوظ، رغم أن الـwifi كان ضعيفاً قليلاً، لكن هذا جزء من تجربة الانفصال عن العالم. الـitinerary مدروس بدقة، كل محطة تضيف طبقة من العمق. Ciela ليست مجرد يخت، بل مساحة للتنفس.
Archer Jenkins
Хабаровск, RU
Выбирали Ciela Liveaboard для photography expedition — и не прогадали. Наша группа из пятерых прилетела из Владивостока, и с первой минуты на борту почувствовали этот тонкий баланс между индонезийским мастерством деревянной постройки и современным comfort. Капитан идеально выстроил itinerary: два дня в районе Bidadari Beach, где утром делали drone shot с борта, а вечером — золотой свет на скалах. Позже заехали в Nusa Kode — редкий stop, куда не ходит большинство лодок. Там удалось снять стаю летучих лисиц на закате. Master Suite просторная, с отдельной зоной для photo equipment. Единственное — wi-fi на маршруте был слабый, но, честно, мы и не ожидали иного в такой глубинке. Персонал на высоте: шеф готовил свежий тунец с лимонным тимьяном, подавали с chilled sauvignon. Плавание между островами плавное, яхта 28 метров держит курс уверенно. Хотелось бы добавить ещё один день — особенно после Wae Rebo, куда приплыли в тумане. Там — почти мистика. Ciela — не просто лодка, а подвижная вилла с характером.
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