Cora M. Lang
Fredericton, CA



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Premium upper-deck cabins with private balconies offering breathtaking views of the Komodo archipelago.
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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.
Nadia 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.


























Nadia Phinisi is a 26-meter VIP-class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features include 6 spacious cabins, accommodates up to 12 guests, and was built in 2015. Combines traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with modern comfort for an exclusive island-hopping experience from Labuan Bajo.
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Nadia Phinisi
Based on 73 reviews
Cora M. Lang
Fredericton, CA
Turning fifty on the Nadia Phinisi was precisely the kind of understated elegance I’d hoped for. We anchored near Batu Bolong one evening, the light softening over the savannah, and I sat on the bow with a glass of Sancerre, watching dragons move like ancient sentinels across the ridge. The crew had arranged a small gathering on deck—local musicians, a birthday chart with a hand-drawn map of our route. No fuss, just warmth. The following morning, we trekked Komodo Island with a guide who knew every nesting site and tidal pattern. My only quibble? The Wi-Fi, while functional for emergencies, made checking in with the office a patience game. But that, perhaps, was the point. The cabins are polished teak and light linen—simple, refined, with excellent ventilation. My daughter, who joined me, slept soundly each night despite the gentle rock of the sea. For those seeking space and silence amid raw beauty, the Nadia Phinisi delivers without fanfare.
莊雅W.
台北, TW
登船那一刻,我就知道這趟 honeymoon 不會只是「完美」——Nadia Phinisi 的柚木甲板在夕照下泛著暖光,像老友輕聲說著「歡迎回家」。作為 solo traveler 還是 honeymooner,這艘26米的VIP Phinisi 都給得出人意料的私密感。我們從 Kanawa Island 的浮潛開始,珊瑚群像打翻的調色盤,魚群在鏡面海中穿梭,我的 GoPro 根本追不上視覺的盛宴。導演級的 itinerary 安排我們傍晚抵達 Pink Beach,粉白沙灘與赤紅岩壁形成超現實對比,那一刻的 drone shot 直接成了我們婚禮影片的開場。船上的 master suite 雖稍窄於歐洲超級遊艇,但手工藤編家具與印尼紗龍點綴的細節,把東方美學推到極致。特別要提主廚的龍蝦沙嗲,搭配甲板上的星空晚餐,連一向挑剔的童子豪(來自台中的攝影夥伴)都說:『這不是航行,是沉浸式藝術體驗。』唯一的 minor critique:Wi-Fi 幾乎不存在——但說真的,在 Crystal Rock 看完日落後,誰還想連線世界?Nadia 不只是船,是記憶的載體。
Fredrik Davies
IE, IE
The Nadia Phinisi doesn’t announce itself. It simply is—solid, unhurried, sure. We sailed from Batu Bolong to Castle Rock, the wind steady, the sea calm. The boat moves with the water, not against it. My wife and I spent hours on the forward net, reading, dozing, watching flying fish skitter. A dive at Manta Point revealed two dozen mantas—some circled so close I felt their wake. The guide knew their markings, gave them names. That personal touch elevated the experience. Evenings were lit by lanterns; dinner was shared at a long table, conversation flowing easily. The cabins are warm, with brass fixtures and excellent linen. My only note: a stronger Wi-Fi signal would help for remote work. But honestly, I didn’t miss it. This journey was about stepping out of time. And the Nadia Phinisi made that possible.
Oliver Graham
Dubai, AE
اختَرتُ ناديا فينيسي لـ wellness retreat بعد أشهر من التوتر، وكان القرار مثالياً. الـ master suite في المؤخرة وفر حيزاً هادئاً مع إطلالة على بحر كومودو الصافي. بدأ يومي بيوغا على سطح السفينة بينما نرسو قرب جزيرة كاناوا، يليها إفطار عضوي مع تمر لذيذ وسموثي مخصص. فريق العمل يفهَم التوازن بين الخدمة والخصوصية، ولا يتدخل إلا عند الحاجة. أحببتُ جلسة تدليك بالزيوت العطرية في الكابينة، مع صوت الأمواج كخلفية. ذُهلت من جودة الـ drone shot الذي سجّله المصور أثناء زيارتنا لصخور كريستال — سأستخدمه في مدوّنتي. الـ itinerary كان متزناً: يوم للسباحة، ويوم للغطس الخفيف، ويوم للتأمّل فقط. الإنترنت ضعيف قليلاً، لكن هذا جزء من التجربة العلاجية. أتمنى لو بقينا يوماً إضافياً في سيبيور، المكان كان مثالياً للعزلة. ناديا فينيسي لا يُقدّم فقط رحلة، بل حالة من التوازن التي نادراً ما تُلقى في الـ luxury cruising.
Wainwright Delahunty
Dublin, IE
I’ve sailed the Mediterranean and the Maldives, but nothing compares to Nadia Phinisi’s harmony of wildness and polish. The contrast was intoxicating: hiking Komodo Island’s rugged trails by day, returning to a bath drawn with jasmine salts by night. The crew’s knowledge of local ecology elevated each stop—especially Castle Rock, where we witnessed reef sharks in their feeding frenzy. The yacht’s six cabins ensure exclusivity, though the lower deck twin could use slightly more natural light. Still, the overall aesthetic—warm woods, minimalist luxury—soothed the senses. For travelers who crave adventure without sacrificing grace, Nadia Phinisi is a revelation.
Claire Jenkins
Manchester, GB
I joined the Nadia Phinisi for a six-day photography expedition, chasing dawn light across Rinca Island and the shallows of Long Beach. As a landscape photographer, the rhythm of the boat—the early starts, the unhurried returns—allowed for depth, not just coverage. At Manta Point, we spent nearly two hours drifting above the cleaning station. The mantas moved like shadows in glass, and the water clarity was exceptional. The captain timed our approach to avoid other boats, which speaks to the discretion this yacht maintains. Nadia Phinisi’s deck has ample space for gear, and the crew accommodated my need for early landings without complaint. One evening, anchored near Castle Rock, I shot the silhouette of the phinisi rig against a tangerine sky—exactly the image I’d envisioned. The only limitation was storage; larger housings required careful stowage. But that’s a minor note. This vessel understands the quiet discipline of creative travel.
Asher M.
AU, AU
Australian dive standards are high, and I’m pleased to say the Nadia Phinisi met them. Equipment was well-maintained, briefed thoroughly. At Castle Rock, the current was strong but managed with precision—we entered down-current and drifted over the pinnacle. The coral health surprised me: vibrant plate acropora, schools of sweetlips, even a wobbegong shark tucked in the rubble. The boat’s dive platform is wide, easy to roll off. Above deck, the vibe is relaxed but not sloppy. One afternoon, anchored off Long Beach, the chef served iced dragon fruit soup—unexpected, refreshing. The cabins are compact but cleverly designed; my partner, taller than average, had no issue with headroom. My only suggestion: a second dive per morning would allow deeper exploration. As it stands, the rhythm favours immersion over intensity—which, for many, is exactly right.
Godric Ninian
Miami, US
We charted the Nadia Phinisi for a four-day corporate reset—no slides, no calls, just sea and subtle recalibration. The boat’s 26-meter frame moves with quiet authority, and the six cabins offered enough privacy for introspection between team gatherings on the upper deck. What stood out was Bidadari Beach at dusk: the sand still warm, water like glass, and not another soul in sight. We swam out and floated, talking low about nothing urgent. The crew anticipated without hovering—Indonesian grace, quietly efficient. Kanawa Island the next morning brought crisp visibility; I free-dived the edge of the reef and saw parrotfish in electric blues I didn’t think existed. My only note? The Wi-Fi, as expected on open water, was more symbolic than functional. But that, in hindsight, was part of the point. The food leaned into local flavors—lemongrass-infused tuna, grilled papaya salad—simple, precise, never overwrought. By the third day, the rhythm of the voyage—wake with coffee on deck, drift between reading and swimming, sundowners at anchor near Taka Makassar—felt less like a trip and more like a different operating system. We didn’t need more days, but I wouldn’t have protested staying longer.
Yuto I. from JP
Berlin, DE
今月、Nadia Phinisi で4日間のウェルネスリトリートを過ごしました。Batubolong の静けさの中で朝のヨガを始めたとき、波の音と海風だけで心が整っていくのがわかりました。船内の master suite は和モダンの美学に加え、高級スキンケアアメニティが備わっており、日常のストレスが溶けていくよう。Bidadari Beach では、スタッフが早朝にシークレットピクニックセッティングを用意してくれて、その日の瞑想がとても深くなりました。ただ一点、wifi が遠海エリアでは途切れがちだったので、完全にオフグリッドを希望する人には逆に好都合かもしれませんが、もう半日延長して Komodo Island での森林ウォークを深められたらと思いました。全体として、心と体の reset を求める人には perfect な environment。スタッフの気配りが自然体で、押し付けがたいのが上質さの証。
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