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6 ensuite cabins across the boat.
Luxurious main-deck suites featuring expansive ocean views and direct access to the deck.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed
Charming upper-deck rooms blending traditional warmth with modern en-suite comfort.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double/Twin Bed
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.
Sea Familia 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.
Sea Familia is a 25-meter VIP class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features include 6 spacious cabins, accommodating up to 13 guests, and was built in 2019. Combines traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with modern comfort for an exclusive island-hopping experience.
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Sea Familia
Based on 71 reviews
Nerina Unsworth
Sydney, AU
My wellness retreat aboard Sea Familia was less about routines, more about resonance. Each day unfolded with the tide—yoga at first light off Kanawa Island, meditation as we drifted near Batu Bolong. The therapist used warmed stones and local oils, focusing on hip and lower back—areas I didn’t realize were tense until release came. Meals were vibrant, with jackfruit rendang and young coconut salad. One afternoon, we kayaked to a secluded cove near Pink Beach, where the sand’s hue deepened in the sun. My only note: the bath towels, while plush, took ages to dry in the humidity. But that’s nitpicking. This was wellness as it should be: fluid, intuitive, grounded.
Maeve Underhill
Singapore, SG
为纪念结婚十周年，我们选择Sea Familia的私密航行。从登船那一刻起，服务便展现出细腻分寸感——无需过度殷勤，但红酒恒温柜、定制晚安甜点等细节处处呼应anniversary氛围。行程中，Bidadari Beach的浅水珊瑚区适合我妻子浮潜，而我则用防水相机记录她游过鱼群的慢动作clip。最惊艳的是Nusa Kode日落时分，船停泊在无人海湾，侍者在甲板布置了烛光晚餐，星空与海面倒影交融，那一刻的emotional impact远超预期。船体虽仅25米，但空间规划极佳，6间 cabin互不干扰。唯一小缺憾是充电插座类型不够多，国际插头需转换器。若计划延长至5晚，或许能更深入探索Sangeang火山岛一带。
Jasper L. Booth
Halifax, CA
As part of a small corporate retreat—seven of us from tech and finance—we chartered Sea Familia with some skepticism. Could a 25-meter Phinisi balance professionalism and disconnection? It did, effortlessly. The cabins are compact but intelligent in design—ample storage, soft linen, and excellent sound insulation, which mattered after long days of strategy talks held on deck under canvas shade. Kalong Island was a highlight: we timed our arrival for dusk, watching the flying foxes spiral out from the mangroves as the sky turned indigo. Later, a night swim at Long Beach, lit by bioluminescence, became an unplanned team bonding moment. The crew anticipated needs without hovering—fresh towels post-snorkel, chilled lemongrass drinks before meetings. Food leaned into Indonesian flavors without overwhelming—think tuna sambal with roasted papaya salad. My only note: the master cabin’s reading lamp had a flicker, and while the itinerary covered key sites, I’d argue for dropping Kanawa Island in favor of a second dive at Batu Bolong. That said, Sea Familia struck a rare balance: structured enough for work, fluid enough to forget it.
Andi S. from ID
Berlin, DE
We took the corporate retreat package di Sea Familia for our leadership team. Usually, team outings feel forced, tapi di sini—authentic bonding happened organically. After a strategic session on deck, we kayaked around Sebayur Island, then had a seafood BBQ on the beach. The simplicity of being disconnected made communication lebih honest. Komodo Island trek was tough, tapi shared struggle bikin team cohesion stronger. Captain even arranged a surprise closing dinner under the stars—candlelit, no agenda. Staff handled everything with quiet professionalism. One note: lebih banyak workspace options would help for hybrid sessions. But honestly, the lack of formal setup pushed us to think differently. This wasn’t just a trip—it was transformation.
Yannick Farnsworth
Berlin, DE
Baru pulang dari Sea Familia dan hati masih di laut. We celebrated our silver anniversary, and the crew went above and beyond. Surprise champagne toast di Rinca Island, private massage session on deck, dan turun langsung ke Long Beach untuk picnic siang — semua perfectly orchestrated. The master suite has panoramic windows and a rain shower that feels like a spa. Waking up to the sound of waves and coffee served in bed? Pure bliss. Manta Point was our highlight — floating above mantas with 20m visibility, rasanya humble banget. Satu hal kecil: wardrobe lighting could be brighter for evening dressing. But honestly, not a dealbreaker. Sea Familia blends elegance with adventure seamlessly. Our daughter filmed our vow renewal — she said it looked like a destination wedding. In a way, it was. This isn’t just a trip; it’s a memory etched in saltwater and sunlight.
Dong-Hoon Kim
Pohang, KR
Pohang에서의 바쁜 일정 끝에 Sea Familia와 함께한 웰니스 리트릿은 진정한 reset이었다. 4일간의 itineray는 Gili Lawa의 숲 깊은 트레킹과 Manjarite의 석양 요가 세션으로 구성되어 있었고, 매 순간이 계획된 것 같지 않으면서도 완벽했다. 특히 master suite의 오픈 에어 컨셉은 밤바람을 그대로 느낄 수 있게 해줘서, 도시에서는 상상도 못할 휴식을 제공했다. 승무원 팀의 배려가 정말 섬세했는데, 아침마다 제주산 발효 차를 개인 취향에 맞춰 준비해주는 섬세함은 luxury 그 자체였다. 다만, 와이파이가 약간 불안정해 한국 본사와의 미팅에 다소 어려움이 있었던 점은 아쉬웠다. 그래도 그 덕분에 완전히 디지털 디톡스를 경험하게 됐고, 오랜만에 책을 세 권 다 읽었다. Sea Familia의 나무 냄새, 파도 소리, 그리고 저녁마다 선상에서 펼쳐진 local jam session이 아직도 머릿속에 선하다. 다음엔 파트너와 다시 오기로 약속했다.
Sakura F.
Berlin, DE
「Sea Familia」での滞在は、まさにdream come true。夫と二人、ハネムーンで訪れたKomodo National Parkは、想像を遥かに超える美しさでした。最初の夜をLong Beachで過ごしたのですが、夕焼けが海に反射して、まるでprivate paradise。ビーチドローンのshotは今でもInstagramのトップにいます（笑）。Taka Makassarのシュノーケリングも最高でしたが、正直、バスルームのジャグジーが少し古めかしい感じがしました。でもそれさえもvintage charmのように思えてくるから不思議。Sea Familiaのcrewのホスピタリティは圧巻で、毎朝のbreakfastがdeckで出るんです。オーガニックのフルーツと地元のkopiが絶品。6 cabinしかないからか、とてもアットホームで、プライバシーも完璧。4日間のitineraryは忙しすぎず、リラックスと冒険のバランスがperfect。また来年、anniversaryで戻るのが今から楽しみです。
Sari A. from ID
Berlin, DE
Sea Familia beneran sanctuary buat kami yang butuh quality time. As honeymooners, every detail mattered—mulai dari private deck di kabin sampe morning coffee yang disiapkan tanpa diminta. We spent a full day snorkeling around Kanawa Island, the coral there so vibrant, like swimming in an aquarium. Crewnya thoughtfully gave us space but still attentive—sangat rare. Dini hari di Long Beach, just the two of us with the sunrise, rasanya surreal. Mungkin next time kalau bisa ada lebih banyak charging port di cabin, akan lebih perfect. Tapi honestly, the simplicity juga bikin kita disconnect secara natural. Komodo Island hike was challenging tapi worth it—the view dari atas bukit, wow. This trip reshaped our idea of intimacy.
Mabli Teasdale
Dublin, IE
Pregnant and craving calm, I chose Sea Familia for a babymoon that delivered tranquility in every wave. The crew adjusted menus for my needs without fuss—think turmeric-infused broths and fresh papaya smoothies. We spent a dreamy afternoon at Bidadari Beach, where the sandbars stretch like ribbons across turquoise shallows. I floated gently in the shallows while my partner snorkelled nearby. One evening, anchored near Castle Rock, we watched the sky turn molten pink as dolphins rode our bow wave. The only slight drawback? The stairs between decks are steep—something to consider in later pregnancy. But the staff’s attentiveness more than made up for it. Sea Familia moves with the rhythm of the sea, never rushed, always graceful. The king-sized bed faced sliding glass doors opening to the ocean—a view I’ll never forget. Utterly restorative.
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