Diana Graham
Bristol, GB



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Experience comfort and elegance in our thoughtfully designed cabins, each offering a unique blend of modern amenities and traditional charm.

An elite upper-deck suite named after the iconic island, offering panoramic views and flexible bedding for up to three guests.
Capacity
3 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed + 1 Extra Bed

A refined upper-deck queen suite designed for couples, featuring elegant wood finishes and expansive horizonte views.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed

A comfortable lower-deck cabin with a double bed and extra single, name after the dragon's lair.
Capacity
3 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed + 1 Extra Bed

A quiet lower-deck double cabin, providing a peaceful sanctuary in the heart of the vessel.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Derya 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.


























Derya Liveaboard is a 22-meter VIP-class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features include 4 spacious cabins, accommodating up to 10 guests, built in 2018. Enjoy personalized service, modern amenities, and immersive island adventures from Labuan Bajo.
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Diana Graham
Bristol, GB
As a marine painter, I needed access to vivid, unspoiled seascapes—Derya Liveaboard provided both mobility and comfort. We anchored at Pink Beach early, allowing me to capture the sand’s chromatic shift as sunlight angled west. At Wainilu, I sketched reef formations from the kayak, the water so clear the coral seemed suspended in air. The Master Suite’s large porthole became my morning studio, framing ever-changing seascapes. The crew didn’t fuss; they simply ensured I had coffee, dry towels, and quiet. One evening, near Rinca, the first mate pointed out bioluminescence in our wake—a detail I later painted from memory. Minor note: the sketching table in my cabin wobbled slightly, but it was livable. Derya understands creative rhythms: space, silence, and seamless support. I left with ten field studies and a deeper reverence for the region’s palette.
Chen M. Xu
Berlin, DE
和太太结婚十周年,我悄悄安排了Derya Liveaboard的私密行程。选择Master Suite,船员提前布置了花瓣与手写卡片,连我们养的狗照片都打印放在床头——细节令人动容。行程避开大众路线,在Nusa Kode和Castle Rock之间穿梭。某日清晨,船停泊在无人湾,我们独享浮潜,成群的蓝纹吊鱼环绕身边。傍晚在Komodo Island山腰看日落,向导用望远镜让我们清晰看到科莫多巨蜥母子互动。Derya的晚餐是仪式感的巅峰,主厨根据我们喜好调整菜单,第三晚的龙虾意面堪称culinary art。唯一小瑕疵是淋浴水压偶有波动,但热带气候下影响不大。返航时,太太说这是她记忆中最slow travel的时光。
Tessa D.
Hobart, AU
Komodo had long been on my list, and Derya Liveaboard was the vessel that made it resonate. At Taka Makassar, the current surged, carrying us over coral cathedrals teeming with anthias and fusiliers. The dive team monitored us closely, ensuring safety without interrupting flow. Each cabin, including my Standard, felt like a sanctuary—especially at night, when the only sound was the creak of teak and distant waves. Anchored off Pink Beach, I spent an hour simply watching the tide shift the sand’s colour from blush to rose. The crew’s attention was quiet but exacting; they remembered my preference for peppermint tea. Only critique: the underwater flashlight in my cabin needed new batteries. But these are minor notes in a deeply harmonious experience. Derya doesn’t perform luxury—it assumes it.
Gitte Andersen
Berlin, DE
Som ventende mor (8 måneder) tog jeg Derya Liveaboard med min søster som babymoon. Vi søgte ro, men ikke kedelighed – og fik begge dele. Rejsen var på 3 dage, og ruten gik fra Batu Bolong til Gili Lawa, hvor vi bare lå og så på havet. Jeg kunne ikke dykke, men de arrangerede en privat kajak-tur tæt på Pink Beach, hvor farverne i vandet var pure magic. Master Suite’ens ekstra plads gjorde det nemt at hvile, og morgenmaden blev altid bragt med ekstra frugt og juice – helt uden at skulle bede om det. Crewet var opmærksom, men aldrig indgribende. Jeg savnede måske lidt mere information om lokal biologi, men det kan nok tilpasses ved booking. Det er ikke bare en tur – det er en form for wellness for sindet. Og ja, jeg fik faktisk en drone shot af os to i kajakken – den er nu et billede i mit hjem i Ballerup. Simpel, men dybt betydende.
Bodil M. Andersen
Berlin, DE
Vi valgte Derya Liveaboard til vores corporate retreat – 6 ledere fra vores fintech i Hørsholm, alle med behov for at disconnecte men stadig holde fokus på teamdynamik. 4 dage, 3 nætter med start i Labuan Bajo og en smuk rute via Batu Bolong og ud til Pink Beach. Derya’s master suite er ikke bare en navngivning – den føles virkelig som en private sanctuary med 180-graders udsigt og aircondition, der faktisk fungerer. Middagen på dækket ved Kalong Island var en perfekt balance mellem lokal mad (grillet wahoo med kemangi) og wine pairing, der var noget helt særligt. Crewet er diskret, men altid én tanke foran – specielt når man ønsker en hurtig espresso før morgenbadet. Eneste lille ting: Wi-Fi’en var lidt spotty, men det var måske netop det, vi havde brug for. Itineraret var godt gennemtænkt; ikke for meget hopping, men stadig variation i aktiviteter. Vi fik endda en surprise drone shot fra Gili Lawa, som vores CEO nu bruger som Zoom-baggrund. Det er ikke bare en sejltur – det er en form for executive reset.
Byung-Hak Park
Berlin, DE
Derya Liveaboard는 anniversary를 축하하기에 이상적인 공간이에요. Master Suite에서의 아침은 창밖으로 펼쳐지는 바다가 선물 같았고, 조식도 매일 다른 구성으로 제공돼서 지루하지 않았어요. Rinca Island에서의 trekking 후 돌아와 마신 fresh juice는 refresh였고, 갑판에서의 저녁은 candlelight 아래서 완성됐어요. Kanawa Island는 수영하기에 안전한 해변이라, 아내와 함께 수영하며 오랜 대화를 나눌 수 있었어요. 스태프가 우리를 위해 특별히 champagne toast를 준비해줘서 감동이었어요. 다만, 마지막 날 조기 체크아웃이 다소 서둘렀어요. 그래도 overall은 매우 refined된 luxury experience였어요.
Hannah Foster
Cairo, EG
كجزء من برنامج detox، اخترت Derya Liveaboard بحثًا عن مكان يخلو من التوتر. بدأ اليوم بتمارين تنفس على السطح مع مشروب ليمون دافئ. التوقف في Bidadari Beach كان مثاليًا للتأمل — الرمال البيضاء، الصمت، فقط صوت الأمواج. الـ standard cabin كانت بسيطة لكنها نظيفة جدًا، مع رائحة خفيفة من الخشب الجديد. وجبات الطعام كانت خالية من السكر المضاف، مع خيارات عضوية طازجة. في اليوم الثالث، أُلغي التوقف في Loh Liang بسبب الرياح، لكن الطاقم قدّم جلسة يوغا بديلة على متن القارب. شعرت أن هذا التعديل جزء من الفلسفة — التكيف مع الطبيعة، لا محاولة التحكم بها. الـ drone shot الذي سُجّل في Batu Bolong أظهر جمال التكوينات الصخرية بشكل مذهل. أتمنى لو أن هناك خيار شاي أعشاب أكثر تنوعًا، لكن بشكل عام، كانت تجربة deep reset للعقل والجسد.
Nada Al-Mohammed
Riyadh, SA
سافرت مع عائلتي الممتدة (8 أشخاص) على متن Derya Liveaboard، وكان التوازن بين الخصوصية والجماعية مثالياً. رغم أن القارب يستوعب 10 فقط، شعرنا بالمساحة. الأطفال استمتعوا في Sebayur Island حيث نظّموا لهم لعبة كنز تحت الرمال. في Kalong Island، شاهدنا الخفافيش تطير في كتلة سوداء — المشهد كان مخيفاً بعض الشيء لكن مثيراً. الوجبات كانت متنوعة، مع خيارات حلال واضحة. الطاقم قدّم جلسة سينما ليلية عن قصص كومودو، وكانت ممتعة للصغار والكبار. أتمنى لو أن هناك لعبة تفاعلية للأطفال، لكنهم استخدموا الطبيعة كوسيلة تعليم. Derya جعل الرحلة سلسة، منظمة، وغنية بالتجارب. لو بقيت يوماً إضافياً، لكانت مثالية.
Kenneth Lambert
Berlin, DE
Derya Liveaboardのdesignは、伝統的なphinisiの美しさとmodern luxuryが見事に融合。Padar Islandのtripは早朝からだったが、crewがhot teaをinsulated bottleで用意してくれた配慮に感動。Sebayur Islandのcoral gardenは色鮮やかで、snorkelingガイドの説明も丁寧だった。食事は毎日3コースで、sea urchinのpastaが特に印象的。Standard Cabinでも十分なquietnessがあり、夜の波音に包まれて眠れた。ただ、pillowのfirmnessが少し合わず、crewに相談して別のもんを借りた。wifiは期待しない方が良いが、それが却ってdigital detoxにはちょうどよかった。itineraryの構成は自然観察とリラクゼーションのbalanceが取れていた。