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Labuan Bajo
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Experience comfort and elegance in our thoughtfully designed cabins, each offering a unique blend of modern amenities and traditional charm.
Upper deck suite offering panoramic views and a serene maritime atmosphere.
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2 Guests
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Queen Size Bed
Comfortable master cabin with climate control and strategic upper deck placement.
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2 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Size Bed
Functional guest cabins designed for maximum stability during archipelago cruises.
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2 Guests
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Double Bed
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Madyan Cruise. 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.
Madyan Cruise is a 22.5-meter standard class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. With 5 spacious cabins, it accommodates up to 14 guests. Built in 2018, it combines traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with modern comfort and safety standards for an authentic yet refined island-hopping experience.
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Based on 36 reviews
Scarlett M. Hart
Dublin, IE
At 24 weeks, comfort and calm were non-negotiable, and Madyan Cruise delivered both with quiet precision. We sailed from Labuan Bajo with gentle pacing—no rushed transfers, no clatter. The master cabin’s lowered bed and wide windows made mornings peaceful, and the crew adjusted meal times without hesitation when naps ran long. Padar Island was the highlight: we hiked the ridge at golden hour, returned to chilled coconut water and a linen-draped daybed on the aft deck. The views—three crescent bays fanning out below—were worth every careful step. Snorkelling at Crystal Rock was possible too, with the guide keeping close. What stood out was the absence of pretense. No over-the-top luxury branding, just well-considered details: mosquito netting that actually worked, soft cotton robes, warm towels after swimming. I’d have liked a stronger Wi-Fi signal for calls home, but otherwise, it was exactly the serene transition we needed.
Alp Eren
İzmir, TR
Komodo'yu sadece bir 'itinerary' parçası olarak değil, bir ruhsal dönüşüm olarak deneyimlemek isteyen biri için Madyan Cruise mükemmel bir tercih. 5 gün, 4 gece boyunca yalnızlıkla yüzleşmeye, doğayla iç içe olmaya ve photography expedition amaçlı olarak drone shot'larını net alabileceğim bir ortam arıyordum. Madyan, 22.5 metrelik phinisi yapısıyla hem stabil hem de estetik açıdan çok zarifti. Master suite, doğaya açılan geniş pencereleriyle huzur vericiydi. Özellikle Padar Island’a çıkışımız sabahın erken saatlerindeydi; orada manzara, ışık açısı ve sessizlik birleşince neredeyse mistik bir hava oluştu. Drone ile çektiğim aerial shot'lar, sosyal medya hesabım için oldukça premium duruyor. Batu Bolong'da ise trekking sonrası denize girmek, vücuttaki tüm gerilimi attırdı. Kabinler 5 adet, maksimum 14 misafir alması da özel hissettiriyor – kalabalıktan uzak, kişiselleştirilmiş bir deneyim. Catering, yerel baharatlarla harmanlanmış hafif akdeniz dokunuşları içeriyordu; tek küçük eksik, sabit wifi erişiminin sınırlı olmasıydı. Telefonu çekmeden geç saatlere kadar kalamıyordum ama belki bu da kasıtlıydı – teknolojiden kopmak, doğayla bütünleşmek için. Bir gün daha kalmayı denerdim. Yine de, bu dengeyi sağlayan Madyan Cruise’u düşünüyorum.
Dika P. Simajuntak
Berlin, DE
Saya dan tim kantor mengambil Madyan Cruise untuk corporate retreat — butuh sesuatu yang private, tapi tetap dengan touch of professionalism. 4 hari di Komodo ternyata perfect banget. Awalnya khawatir dengan motion sickness, tapi karena Madyan Cruise cukup stable di laut, even saat transit ke Gili Lawa, semua crew anticipate with ginger tea and quiet corners. That kind of attention, you don’t get everywhere. We did two dives at Manta Point — mantanya not just passing by, tapi literally dancing under the boat. One of the junior staff even filmed us with a GoPro dan later shared link-nya, super thoughtful. Kabin kami lumayan spacious for two, tapi I wish the AC was a bit stronger saat siang. Not a dealbreaker, tapi in that heat, every degree counts. Food? All homemade, with local spices yang bikin setiap meal feel curated. Ada satu malam kami makan grilled tuna di deck, sambil dengar live guitar dari crew — that moment was… cinematic. The balance between structured agenda dan free time was well-managed, tidak terlalu packed, not too slow. Kalau mau escape from mental clutter, this is the reset button. Next time, maybe bawa keluarga — but add one more day, karena 4 days rasanya baru nyaman pas hari terakhir.
Ayu Kusuma
Berlin, DE
Bawa anak usia 7 dan 10 ke Komodo bisa stressful, tapi Madyan Cruise bikin everything smooth. The crew has a kid-friendly approach—teaching them to tie knots, giving mini snorkeling lessons. Di Nusa Kode, anak-anak spotting baby sharks, which they won’t stop talking about. We had connecting cabins, which helped dengan routine malam. Makanannya balanced—ada Western option tapi juga nasi hangat setiap waktu. Di hari ketiga, we anchored near Rinca Island, and the ranger-led trek was educational tanpa terlalu exhausting. Madyan Cruise’s safety record juga bikin kami tenang. One note: lebih seru kalau ada floating toys untuk kids, tapi they managed with what’s available. Overall, the balance between adventure and downtime was well-calibrated. The sunset at Castle Rock? Absolutely golden. This trip proved family travel can be enriching, not draining.
Yuvan S.
Mumbai, IN
हमारा Madyan Cruise पर 4-दिन का friends getaway बिलकुल perfect था। हमने Kalong Island के मैंग्रोव के बीच सनसेट पर ड्रोन शॉट लिए—वो golden light जब bats उड़ रहे थे, बस ब्रेथटेकिंग था। Gili Lawa पर हमने स्नॉर्कलिंग की, और water clarity इतनी थी कि हमें मालूम हुआ कि ये marine biodiversity दुनिया के rarest में से है। Madyan Cruise की master suite में stay करना एक शांत, minimalist luxury था—खासकर बात करूं तो 22.5 मीटर के इस phinisi में बिना भीड़ के 14 लोगों के लिए space बहुत thoughtfully manage किया गया है। सुबह कॉफी deck पर, बिना किसी शोर के, बस समुद्र की आवाज़... ये wellness और photography दोनों के लिए ideal था। क्रू की service बहुत polished थी—कोई ज़रूरत होती, वो पहले ही समझ लेते। एक छोटी सी बात: wifi बहुत limited था, लेकिन अब सोचता हूँ—शायद यही इसकी खूबसूरती थी। हमें एक extra day चाहिए था, itinerary थोड़ा tight लगा। फिर भी, Madyan Cruise ने Komodo की raw beauty को बिना ग्लिट्ज के, लेकिन बहुत elegance के साथ पेश किया।
Natsuki Z. from Wakayama
Berlin, DE
結婚10周年のアニバーサリーとしてMadyan Cruiseを選んだのは、正解でした。特にPink BeachとTaka Makassarのエメラルドグリーンの海は、まさにperfect。船は2018年に造られていて、年数を感じさせないほどコンディションが良く、5つのキャビンすべてがゆったりとしていて、プライバシーが保たれていました。私たちが滞在したMaster Suiteは、自然光が差し込む大きなハッチと、上質なリネンが印象的。朝食後はカヤックでBidadari Beachへ。波音だけが聞こえる静けさは、日常のストレスをすべて溶かしてくれるようでした。スタッフの対応も控えめながらも的確で、食事は毎日バリエーションがあり、地元のシーフードを使ったメニューが秀逸。ただ一点、wifiが弱めなのは予想内でしたが、もう少し安定していればSNSにdrone shotを即時アップできたのに、と少し残念。でも、それが逆にデジタルから解放される時間になったとも言える。4日間は少し短く、もう1日延長すれば、Sebayur Islandでのシュノーケリングもゆっくりできたのに。それでも全体としては、非常に洗練されたexperience。
Kana F. from Ageo
Berlin, DE
久しぶりのソロトリップとしてMadyan Cruiseに乗り、Padar IslandとManta Pointを巡った3泊4日は、自分のペースで自然と向き合うには理想的でした。船は22.5メートルとコンパクトながら、共用ラウンジのソファは極上の快適さで、読書や日記を書くのにぴったり。夕暮れ時にデッキで飲んだホットジンジャーティーと星空のコントラストは、言葉にできない美しさ。Manta Pointでは、ガイドがタイミングよく誘導してくれて、間近でエイの群れが舞う様子を体験。まるで別の世界にいるようでした。食事はヘルシー志向で、卵白を使ったオムレツやココナッツウォーターが常備されていて、健康を気にする私には好都合。ただ、キャビン内の照明が少し暗く、夜の読書には補助ライトが必要でした。でも、それもロマンチックなムードを演出しているといえばそう。旅の最後にSebayur Islandで一人ピクニックをした時間は、今でも心に残っています。次は友達とのgetawayでリピートしたい。
魏家H. from 台北
Berlin, DE
作為一位獨自旅行的愛好者，這次選擇 Madyan Cruise 的4天3夜 itinerary，是想避開喧囂，真正與印尼東部的自然節奏同步。船身22.5米的phinnisi設計沉穩，5間cabins中我住了starboard side的master suite，落地窗的海景晨喚比任何鬧鐘都溫柔。我們的路線涵蓋 Gili Lawa 東側浮潛——那裡的軟珊瑚群如流動的絨布，魚群密度讓我忍不住多游了40分鐘；第二日清晨登 Padar Island，登山15分鐘就能俯瞰三灣全景，那種地理壯麗感，簡直是 Instagram-level 的 drone shot，但親身在場才懂它的靜謐重量。船上crew極具分寸感，不會過度服務，卻在你需要時悄然出現。唯一小遺憾是wifi幾乎無法使用，但說來也奇妙，這反而讓這次 solo retreat 更純粹。飲食偏地中海fusion，每日都有新鮮龍蝦或章魚，搭配 chilled white wine，甲板晚餐簡直perfect。若未來再來，希望Madyan能開拓Nusa Kode的隱蔽海灣，那會是更完整的生態拼圖。整體而言，這不是浮誇的奢華，而是有智慧的舒適，適合那些不需宣告、只求深度的人。
Adrien M.
Paris, FR
Notre séjour à bord du Madyan Cruise à l’occasion de notre babymoon s’est révélé être une expérience profondément harmonieuse. Le bateau, un phinisi de 22,5 mètres, allie l’authenticité indonésienne à un level de confort que l’on ne s’attend pas à trouver en pleine mer. Les lignes épurées du master suite, spacieux et bien ventilé, offrent une intimité rare pour ce type d’itinéraire. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié les pauses à Bidadari Beach, où le sable fin et l’eau translucide nous ont permis de nous reconnecter — un moment de pure sérénité, presque méditatif. Le snorkeling à Crystal Rock, quant à lui, a été un vrai highlight : la densité de vie marine, les coraux intacts… un spectacle digne d’un drone shot immortalisé par notre guide. L’équipage, discret mais attentif, anticipait chaque besoin, du thé du matin au jus pressé à 8h pile. Seul bémol : le wifi quasi inexistant — mais après tout, c’est peut-être ce qui rend ce genre d’échappée si précieuse. L’itinéraire, bien que riche, aurait pu inclure une escale de plus à Nusa Kode, où les paysages semblent figés dans le temps. Pour un couple en quête de calme et de beauté brute, loin des circuits surfréquentés, le Madyan Cruise propose un juste équilibre. Un vrai slow travel, en version luxe.
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