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Ensuite cabins across the boat.
Premium full ocean-view suite on the upper deck with a private balcony for the ultimate Komodo experience.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
King Size Bed
Rate / Person
IDR 9.000.000
Elegant upper-deck cabins with side ocean views and flexible bedding configuration.
Capacity
3 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed + Single Bed
Rate / Person
IDR 8.400.000
Comfortable main-deck cabins with large windows and easy access to common areas.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed
Rate / Person
IDR 7.800.000
A spacious and social sharing room on the upper deck, perfect for large groups or solo travelers.
Capacity
8 Guests
Bed Type
4 Single Beds + 2 Double Beds
Rate / Person
IDR 4.800.000
Komodo National Park UNESCO World Heritage site.
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.
Kanha Cita Phinisi sails the Komodo archipelago — from Padar volcanic ridges to Pink Beach and manta-ray Manta Point. Premium phinisi liveaboard experience departing Labuan Bajo.
A journey designed for those who seek discovery, serenity, and pure wonder.
Kanha Cita Phinisi is a 23.14-meter VIP-class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features 8 spacious cabins, accommodates up to 25 guests, and was built in 2023. Offers modern comfort, premium amenities, and bespoke cruising experiences in one of Indonesia’s most iconic marine destinations.
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Daily departures from Labuan Bajo. Open trip and private charter pricing available.
Kanha Cita Phinisi
Based on 81 reviews
Theodore Roberts
London, GB
I celebrated my 55th on Rinca Island, standing meters from a Komodo dragon as it moved through dry grass like something prehistoric. The Kanha Cita Phinisi made such moments possible with quiet precision. Our guide was knowledgeable, never theatrical. Later, we swam at Kanawa Island, where turtles glided beneath us in water so clear it felt like air. The yacht’s eight cabins ensured intimacy—no queues for bathrooms, no noise. My room had large windows, and I woke to the sound of waves against the hull. Dinners were communal but never forced: grilled reef fish, tamarind broth, banana fritters. I’d have liked a longer stay—five days felt like a glimpse. But the crew’s calm professionalism, the boat’s elegant restraint, made it feel less like a trip and more like a return to something elemental.
Sapphira Zeller
Cirebon, ID
I’ve done several Komodo trips, tapi Kanha Cita Phinisi stood out for its precision. The itinerary hit Taka Makassar di high tide—perfect for coral visibility—dan Manjarite saat air tenang. The dive master knew exactly where the pygmy seahorses were hiding. The boat’s speed and navigation made us maximize every daylight hour. I loved that they had chilled towels and post-swim smoothies waiting—small touches that elevate comfort. Kabin bersih, linen high-thread count, dan shower pressure? Excellent. Yang kurang: tidak ada underwater camera rental, jadi I brought my own. Tapi staff helped me charge and store it safely. Evening briefings were concise, with maps and marine life previews—felt very professional. We even saw a blue-ringed octopus, which was rare. This trip was seamless from boarding sampai disembarkation.
Lovell Sedley
Boston, US
As the CEO of a tech startup, I needed a retreat that balanced inspiration with disconnection. Kanha Cita Phinisi delivered beyond expectation. Hosting our leadership team across four days, the yacht’s communal deck became our boardroom by day and lounge by sunset. We anchored at Gili Lawa, where snorkeling revealed coral gardens teeming with life—ideal for team bonding. The crew anticipated every need, from espresso at dawn to curated wine pairings. The cabins, though compact, are impeccably designed. My only suggestion: more USB-C ports near the beds. But that’s a small trade-off for such artful craftsmanship and service. This isn’t just a boat—it’s a floating sanctuary for high-performers.
Jie M. Quek
Singapore, SG
作为摄影爱好者，我带了三台机身和一支无人机团队上 Kanha Cita Phinisi，目标很明确：在 Komodo 国家公园捕捉黄金时刻的 Gili Lawa 和 Nusa Kode。这艘2023年下水的 phinisi 真的重新定义了我对印尼船宿的认知。主甲板的开放式拍摄平台简直是 drone shot 的 dream setup，清晨从 Gili Lawa 西侧起飞，火山轮廓映在粉紫色海面，那一刻我明白为什么这里被 Nat Geo 列为 top itinerary 之一。Nusa Kode 的潮汐流很强，但船长预判精准，让我们在最佳窗口完成 underwater shoot。Master suite 的滑动玻璃门直通私享阳台，每天醒来像在明信片里。唯一的小遗憾是2.4GHz wifi 不太稳定，上传RAW文件得靠离线备份。但说真的，谁会在意？我们五位朋友从 SG 专程飞来，为的就是这种极致私密的自然 immersion。船员对镜头语言的理解也超预期，连晚餐时的烛光摆盘都像精心构图。下次或许可以加一天行程，Padar Island 的俯拍还没拍够。
段雅文
Berlin, DE
這次和先生選擇在宜蘭度過安靜的 babymoon，最後決定飛到印尼搭 Kanha Cita Phinisi，完全是正確的 escape。船上 eight cabin 的配置非常私密，我們住的 master suite 雖不大，但木質調與通風設計讓空間感剛剛好，清晨拉開窗簾就是 Nusa Kode 的岩岸線，安靜得只有海浪聲。導遊安排的 itinerary 很有節奏，不趕——上午在 Manta Point 浮潛，manta 近距離滑過，那種優雅感真的無法用語言形容；下午回到船後，spa 服務上門，搭配一杯冷萃薑茶，perfect。特別喜歡 Bidadari Beach 的沙洲步道，我們用 drone shot 拍了整片漸層藍，畫面至今存在 iPhone 鎖定畫面。船上餐點偏歐陸但食材新鮮，每日都有龍蝦或石斑，廚房也特別為我準備無酒糟菜單，貼心。唯一小遺憾是 wifi signal 在外海幾乎歸零，但想想，這或許正是這趟 slow travel 的本意。8 cabin 能載 25 人，若全滿可能公共空間會稍擠，我們這趟僅14位旅客，氛圍像私人 charter。若有機會，希望能再用 7 天完整走完北部島鏈，Padar 日出值得專程再來。
Karim Al-Fayed
Alexandria, EG
كعائلة مكونة من أربعة أطفال، كنا قلقين من أن الرحلة ستكون متعبة، لكن كانها تسيتا فاجأنا تمامًا. من أول لحظة في لونج بيتش، لاحظت أن التصميم يراعي العائلات: مساحات واسعة، سلالم آمنة، وطاقم مدرب على التعامل مع الصغار. الـkiddie menu لم يكن مجرد إضافة رمزية — بل كان متنوعًا وصحيًا، مع خيارات مثل الكوسا المحمصة والسمك الطازج. أبنائي أحبوا التوقف في كاستل روك؛ كان هناك وقت كافٍ للسباحة والتقاط الـdrone shot المذهل من الأعلى. الـitinerary كان مرنًا، مما سمح لنا بتعديل أوقات النشاطات حسب إيقاع العائلة. الغرفة العائلية كانت واسعة جدًا، مع حمامين — شيء نادر في الـyachts. النقطة الوحيدة التي يمكن تطويرها؟ إضاءة الغرفة في الليل كانت خافتة أكثر من اللازم. لكن بخلاف ذلك، التجربة كانت perfect. الأطفال لا يزالون يتحدثون عن رؤية الخفافيش في كالونج آيلاند!
Ольга П.
Алматы, KZ
Выбирали Kanha Cita Phinisi для свадебного путешествия — и не прогадали. Яхта 2023 года, и всё здесь дышит свежестью: от морилки на дереве до постельного белья в master suite. Мы прошли itinerary по южной части парка — особенно запомнился Sebayur Island, где кораллы буквально касаются поверхности, и Crystal Rock на рассвете, когда вода светится, как liquid glass. Я — не частый гость на лодках, но здесь чувствуешь себя не пассажиром, а гостем в частной вилле на воде. Экипаж предельно тактичен, почти невидим, но всё — до последнего бокала, — на месте. Дети моей сестры (5 и 8 лет) были в восторге от kayaking и мини-экспедиции с гидом по Komodo Island. Еда — фьюжн: местные морепродукты с touch of French technique, подают на палубе под звёздами. Был один маленький нюанс: wifi слабый — но, честно, разве это важно, когда можно делать drone shot над Long Beach и не отвлекаться на переписки? Хотели бы добавить ещё день — Batu Bolong, слышали, там incredible drift dive, но, возможно, в следующий раз. Kanha Cita держит уровень: тихая роскошь, без пафоса, с вниманием к деталям.
Ilya Peverell
Dublin, IE
I joined a small dive group seeking depth—both literal and otherwise—and the Kanha Cita Phinisi became our floating sanctuary. The passage between Komodo and Rinca is notoriously swift, but the captain timed our crossing with the slack tide, a detail only experienced crews get right. At Crystal Rock, the visibility exceeded 30 meters, revealing schools of bumphead parrotfish in formation. The boat’s layout allows for privacy; I often retreated to a cushioned nook near the bow with a book and a cold lime juice. The linen was crisp, the showers powerful—luxuries that matter after salt and sun. One afternoon, we swam from the yacht to Kanawa’s beach, where the crew had laid out a barefoot lunch under the palms. I’d have welcomed one more night in the itinerary—there’s a rhythm to island time that four days barely lets you catch. But the staff’s ease, the boat’s quiet elegance—it all lingers.
Osgood Vanbrugh
New York, US
Our honeymoon aboard Kanha Cita Phinisi was nothing short of poetic. Sailing into Komodo Island at golden hour, we were greeted with a private beach picnic—a moment straight from a dream. The attention to detail astounded us: monogrammed robes, chilled champagne, and a masseuse waiting post-dive at Pink Beach. The yacht’s 2023 build exudes modern luxury without sacrificing the soul of a traditional phinisi. Our cabin overlooked the bow, and waking to the wake of the Savu Sea was magical. While the shower pressure wavered slightly, it was a fleeting flaw. Every staff member, from the captain to the sous chef, treated us like royalty. This journey didn’t just celebrate our marriage—it deepened it.
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