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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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Nasser Al-Mansoori
Abu Dhabi, AE
كمسافر منفرد، أخاف أحيانًا من الشعور بالوحدة في مثل هذه الرحلات. لكن Derya Liveaboard جعلتني أشعر بالانتماء دون تدخل. الـMaster Suite منحتني خصوصية مطلقة، مع إطلالة مباشرة على لونج بيتش عند المساء. أحببت كيف خططوا زيارة مانجاريت في اليوم الأخير — الماء الهادئ ساعدني على التأمل. وجبات الإفطار كانت خفيفة وصحية، مع خيارات نباتية دقيقة. الطاقم تحدثوا الإنجليزية بطلاقة، لكن وجود مسافرين من جنوب شرق آسيا أعطى جوًا دوليًا رائعًا. النقطة الوحيدة: التطبيق الخاص بالحجز لم يكن دقيقًا بشأن مواعيد الصعود، لكن الطاقم عوّض بسلاسة. هذه ليست مجرد رحلة بحرية — إنها إعادة اكتشاف للذات.
Christopher Graham
Sydney, AU
I joined Derya Liveaboard with a group of friends celebrating a joint milestone—three 40ths in one week. The boat’s 22-meter frame held us all with room to breathe. I had the Master Suite, and the sliding glass door to the aft deck became my morning ritual: coffee, salt air, and the occasional monitor lizard sunning on Pink Beach’s shore. We hiked Padar midweek, then spent the next day diving Taka Makassar’s blue edge—strong current, but the guides managed entries flawlessly. The galley was inventive: one night, a betel-leaf-wrapped sea bass that tasted of smoke and lime. The only thing I’d suggest? A slightly larger tender for beach transfers. But that’s logistical. What mattered was the balance—luxury that didn’t insulate us from the raw beauty of Komodo. On our last night, anchored near Loh Liang, we swam under the stars. That’s the memory I’ll keep.
Sota V. Yoshida
Berlin, DE
Fukuokaから遠く離れたこの旅で、Derya Liveaboardはまさにperfectな拠点でした。Rinca Islandでの野生のコモドドラゴン観察後、Gili Lawaの夕焼けは心に残るdrone shotのチャンスをくれました。私はphotography expeditionとして参加し、船のデッキから星空までカバーできました。Master Suiteのベッドサイドにある電源ポートが充実していたのは助かりました。ただ、wifiは少しspottyで、データ整理の際に少々不便を感じました。しかし、船員の接客は控えめでありながら的確で、特に朝食のnasi gorengは毎日期待以上でした。4日間というスケジュールは短く感じましたが、それが逆に心に余韻を残しました。
Amanda V.
Berlin, DE
Como mergulhadora experiente, escolhi o Derya Liveaboard para um dive group de cinco amigas. A estrutura técnica é impecável: tanques duplos disponíveis, suporte para camera gear e briefing detalhado com mapas digitais. Castle Rock foi desafiador — correnteza forte, mas repleto de barracudas e tubarões-cinzentos. Em Batu Bolong, o drop-off é espetacular, quase um wall dive de sonho. A embarcação é nova (2018), e isso se nota: tudo funciona, desde a bomba de lastro até o sistema de água salgada. A Standard Cabin é compacta, mas funcional — ótima para quem passa o dia no mar. O capitão alterou o itinerary para incluir um segundo passeio em Kalong Island, onde vimos os morcegos voando ao crepúsculo — um momento mágico. Só lamento não termos ficado mais um dia. O chef domina seafood: lulas grelhadas com toque de limão kaffir foram memoráveis. Serviço discreto, mas atento. Perfeito.
Felipe Araújo
Berlin, DE
Como fotógrafo de viagem, avaliei o Derya Liveaboard não só pelo conforto, mas pela estética. O design phinisi tradicional é respeitado, mas com toques modernos — como tomadas USB e ar-condicionado silencioso. Viajei com amigos para um milestone birthday — meu irmão fez 45 — e o barco entregou um equilíbrio raro entre aventura e luxo. Paramos em Sebayur Island e Batu Bolong, onde fizemos mergulhos profundos e caminhadas. A Standard Cabin é compacta, mas bem ventilada. O capitão permitiu que eu usasse o drone dele para um shot aéreo épico de Kanawa Island. O jantar de aniversário teve música ao vivo com violão e pratos fusion. Só gostaria que houvesse mais opções veganas. Mesmo assim, o overall vibe foi autêntico e sofisticado. Um verdadeiro floating boutique hotel.
Daphne Morrison
Vancouver, CA
I’ve been on several phinisi yachts, but Derya Liveaboard sets a new benchmark. The 2018 build shows in the details—the varnished decks still flawless, the galley’s induction stovetop precise. Our photography group needed early access to Padar Island to capture the morning light, and the captain adjusted course overnight to position us perfectly. The resulting images—soft gradients over the three bays—are among my best. At Castle Rock, the dive master timed our descent with the tidal push, revealing mantas in motion. The Master Suite’s reading nook, with a view of the wake, became my sanctuary. The only critique: the tender ride to Rinca can be choppy at certain tides. Still, the crew’s seamanship made even transfers feel considered. This is luxury not as excess, but as attention.
ธีรศักดิ์
Berlin, DE
ผมมาคนเดียวเพื่อถ่ายภาพธรรมชาติ Derya Liveaboard ช่วยให้ผมได้ shot ที่ rare มาก โดยเฉพาะที่ Manta Point ตอนฝูงปลาบินผ่านใต้เรือ ทีม crew รู้จักจุดดำน้ำทุกจุด ไม่รีบ ไม่เร่ง ให้เวลากับธรรมชาติอย่างเคารพ ห้องพักแม้เป็น Standard Cabin แต่เตียงนอนนุ่ม ผ้าปู cotton 100% เครื่องทำน้ำอุ่นแรงดี แม้อยู่กลางทะเล อาหารเช้ามี sourdough bread ที่อบสดทุกเช้า พร้อม single origin coffee ผมชอบที่กัปตันเปิดโอกาสให้แขกเสนอ itinerary เล็กน้อย เช่น ผมขอไป Nusa Kode ก่อนพระอาทิตย์ขึ้น เพื่อถ่ายภาพ แล้วเขาก็ปรับเวลาให้ได้ ข้อสังเกตคือเสียงเครื่องยนต์ตอนเช้ามืดได้ยินชัดเล็กน้อย แต่ก็เข้าใจว่าต้องเตรียมเรือ สำหรับนักเดินทางที่มองหาความสงบและความใส่ใจในรายละเอียด Derya คือคำตอบ
Dini P. from Solok
Berlin, DE
Saya bawa tim dari kantor — 8 orang — untuk corporate retreat lewat Derya Liveaboard. Awalnya skeptis bisa fokus kerja di kapal, tapi ternyata balance-nya perfect. Pagi meeting di dek atas sambil minum kopi, view-nya langsung ke Gili Lawa. Lalu siangnya team bonding di Manjarite, snorkeling bareng, dan malamnya crew setting up a private BBQ session with local spiced tuna. Kabin Standard Cabin simple tapi well-maintained, AC-nya stabil meski cuaca panas. Satu hal: water pressure di kamar mandi agak rendah, tapi honestly, who cares when you’re floating in Komodo waters all day? Derya punya crew yang intuitive — they anticipate your needs without being intrusive. Kita bahkan sempat turun dadakan ke Loh Liang buat short hike karena salah satu staff tahu kami interested in komodo behavior. Leadership trip ini malah jadi therapeutic.
Olivia Underwood
Limerick, IE
Choosing the Derya Liveaboard for our honeymoon was an act of quiet confidence—and it paid off. The boat’s 22-meter frame glides without fuss, and the four cabins ensure privacy even with a full group. We spent an afternoon snorkeling at Castle Rock, where the current brought schools of fusiliers in shimmering waves. Later, anchored at Long Beach, the crew arranged a private candlelit dinner on the sand—local prawns, grilled pineapple, and a bottle of Sancerre chilled in a seawater bucket. The Master Suite’s brass fixtures and hand-laid tiles felt both nautical and luxurious. On Padar Island, the hike revealed that iconic tri-bay vista, and the descent was timed perfectly with sunset cocktails on deck. The only note: the Wi-Fi signal vanished entirely after leaving Taka Makassar, but we didn’t miss it. This was disconnection, done well.
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