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Experience comfort and elegance in our thoughtfully designed cabins, each offering a unique blend of modern amenities and traditional charm.
Sharing Cabin (5 pax) — Upper deck, per-bed booking, private bathroom, air-conditioning, extra bed available.
Capacity
5 Guests
Bed Type
Single-cell
Rate / Person
IDR 6.000.000
Sharing Cabin (4 pax) — Main deck, per-bed booking, private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
4 Guests
Bed Type
Single-cell
Rate / Person
IDR 5.500.000
Sharing Cabin (8 pax) — Main deck, per-bed booking, private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
8 Guests
Bed Type
Single-cell
Rate / Person
IDR 4.000.000
Open-air sleeping berth, per-bed booking, shared bathroom, budget option. Price on request. For 2 guests.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Open-air
Private Cabin — Lower deck, private bathroom, air-conditioning. For 2 guests.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed
Rate / Person
IDR 6.500.000
Private Cabin — Lower deck, private bathroom, air-conditioning. For 2 guests.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed
Rate / Person
IDR 6.500.000
Private Cabin — Lower deck, private bathroom, air-conditioning. For 2 guests.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed
Rate / Person
IDR 6.500.000
Private Cabin — Lower deck, private bathroom, air-conditioning. For 2 guests.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed
Rate / Person
IDR 6.500.000
Sharing Cabin (4 pax) — Lower deck, per-bed booking, private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
4 Guests
Bed Type
Single-cell
Rate / Person
IDR 5.000.000
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Athira. 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.
Athira Phinisi is a 25.7-meter VIP-class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Featuring 7 cabins with capacity for 20 guests, it combines traditional Indonesian design with modern comfort. Built in 2018, Athira Phinisi offers premium service and immersive island adventures from Labuan Bajo.
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Athira
Based on 210 reviews
Quill Whitlock
Melbourne, AU
I’ve spent years chasing ‘off-grid’ luxury, but the Athira Phinisi redefined it. At Sebayur Island, we spent an entire day without sighting another boat—just coral, current, and quiet. The yacht’s size—25.7 meters—struck the right balance: large enough for stability, small enough for intimacy. As a solo traveler, I valued the option to join group activities or retreat with a book on the upper deck. The Master Suite’s sliding doors opened directly to a private nook, perfect for morning coffee. One afternoon, we anchored near Castle Rock and free-dived alongside reef sharks—controlled adrenaline, perfectly managed by the safety team. The galley’s use of local ingredients stood out: tamarind, torch ginger, and wild-caught snapper prepared with restraint. My only critique: limited vegan options beyond modifications. But the chef was willing to adapt, which mattered more.
Ji-Ho Park
Berlin, DE
아테이라 피니시는 단순한 보트가 아니라 floating retreat 같았다. 특히 Castle Rock 인근 해역에서의 silence가 인상적이었다. crew가 무선 연락을 최소화하고 조용한 서비스를 유지한 점이 고급스러웠다. Master Suite의 indoor-outdoor shower는 design과 function 모두 premium급. Gili Lawa에서 해질 무렵의 sound bath 세션은 unexpected highlight였다. 다만, 식사 시간이 고정돼 있어 flexible dining이 어려웠다. 그래도 organic coffee와 house-made granola breakfast는 매일의 시작을 완성했다.
Fredrik Nelson
Berlin, DE
在 Athira Phinisi 的四天三夜，我们从 Taka Makassar 到 Pink Beach，每一站都像被精心编排的 itinerary。作为 honeymoon 之旅，我们入住了顶层的 Master Suite，270° 海景落地窗让日出直接洒在床上。孩子们在 Sebayur Island 浮潜时发现小丑鱼群，船长还特地调整路线让我们追了一段海豚群。唯一的小遗憾是 wifi 信号在 open water 时有点 spotty，但这反而让我们更专注彼此。服务生记得我爱喝冷萃乌龙，每天清晨都备好一杯。这种细节，才是真正的 luxury。
Khalid Al-Sulaiman
Riyadh, SA
سافرت بعد صفقة عمل كبيرة، وأردت مكاناً يعيد شحن الطاقة. Athira Phinisi كان الملاذ المثالي. في Sebayur Island، سبحت مبكراً قبل أن يستيقظ الآخرون، وشعرت أنني وحيد في العالم. توقفنا في Long Beach، حيث أمضيت نهاراً كاملاً على الشاطئ مع كتاب وسماعات. الـMaster Suite كانت هادئة، مع نوافذ مغلقة جيداً، مما سمح بالنوم العميق. استخدمت الـdrone في Pink Beach، وحصلت على لقطات احترافية. الإنترنت كان ضعيفاً، لكن هذا كان جزءاً من الراحة — لم أتلقَ بريداً عملياً واحداً. الطعام كان مثالياً: وجبات خفيفة، مشروبات صحية، وعشاء متوازن. الطاقم كان منتبهاً دون أن يكون متطفلاً. أتمنى لو أن الرحلة استمرت 7 أيام بدلاً من 5. لكن ما حصلت عليه كان أكثر من كافٍ: صفاء ذهني، بحر نقي، وتجربة فخامة دون تكلف.
Arthur M.
Indianapolis, US
Taking our three children—ages 7, 10, and 13—on the Athira Phinisi was a leap of faith, but the crew made it effortless. The Standard Cabins were more spacious than expected, and having interconnecting doors was a godsend. At Komodo Island, the naturalist guide kept the kids captivated with tales of dragon behavior and venom mechanics. They still won’t stop talking about it. The highlight was Kalong Island at dusk: drifting silently as thousands of fruit bats erupted from the mangroves. The staff set up a projector on the upper deck that night for a marine biology film—smart, subtle education woven into leisure. I wished we’d had one more full day at sea; four felt tight. Still, the attention to detail—organic sunscreen stocked, child-sized snorkel kits ready—spoke of deep operational thought. This wasn’t luxury for luxury’s sake; it was thoughtful, family-intentional design.
Hakan B. Yıldız
Berlin, DE
İstanbul’da yoğun bir iş hayatı var, bu yüzden bu yılki birthday getaway’im için tam bir disconnect arıyordum. Athira Phinisi, sadece bir tekne değil, bir floating retreat gibi çalıştı. 7 cabin ama sadece 12 guest ile dolu olduğumuz için her alan çok private hissettiriyordu. Kalong Island’da yarasa sürüsünün havaya kalkışını izlemek, sonraki gün Manta Point’te manta vızıldarken yüzmek — ikisi de bucket list’ten şeylerdi. Master Suite’in balkonu, sabah kahvaltımı orada yapmama izin verdi, denizin sesi eşliğinde. Tek küçük eksik, güverte üstünde bir massage tent olsaydı, daha da perfect olurdu. Ama crew’ün ilgisi, her isteğimize anında cevap vermeleri, o boşluğu doldurdu. Itinerary çok iyi planlanmış, her gün farklı bir energy sunuyor. Teknede müzik seçimi de çok chill, lounge vibe’ı tamamlıyordu.
Dian P.
Berlin, DE
After a tough year, I booked a solo retreat on Athira Phinisi—no expectations, just open water. The moment we anchored near Kalong Island, I felt something release. Watching the bats emerge at twilight, with a warm breeze and ginger tea from the crew, was therapy. My Standard Cabin had soft linen and a window that framed the sea like art. Meals were elegant but not fussy—highlight was the grilled mahi-mahi with tamarind glaze. I appreciated that the staff gave space when needed, but were warm when approached. One suggestion: adding a small library or journaling corner would enhance the introspective vibe. But really, this boat understands silence as a form of luxury. Athira Phinisi didn’t distract me from my thoughts—it helped me make peace with them.
Edward Quinn
Charlottetown, CA
Luxury, to me, isn’t gilding—it’s precision. The Athira Phinisi excels here. The 25.7-meter hull moves through the water like it owns the current. We spent two days exploring Manta Point and Loh Liang. At Manta Point, I had my first manta encounter—graceful, silent, enormous. The dive team briefed us thoroughly, then let us experience it unmediated. At Loh Liang, we hiked inland and spotted a dragon basking on a sun-warmed rock. The Standard Cabin was simple but refined: excellent lighting, quiet AC, and blackout shades that worked. The only hiccup: the shower drain backed up once, but it was fixed before lunch. Evenings were spent on the upper deck with local arrack and stories. The crew never over-served, never hovered. The Athira Phinisi doesn’t shout; it whispers, and you lean in to listen.
Indra S.
Berlin, DE
Itinerary hari ketiga di Athira Phinisi sangat well-planned: sunrise hike di Padar, lalu sailing ke Bidadari Beach untuk snorkeling dan makan siang. The contrast between the rugged hills dan soft pink sand was unreal. I took over 300 photos — camera battery died twice. Kapalnya stabil meski laut agak bergelombang, dan kabin saya di sisi kiri tidak terlalu bising. Air conditioner works perfectly, which is crucial di iklim tropis. Crew selalu anticipate needs — they offered me cold towel after the hike, which was thoughtful. Makanan konsisten enak, dengan banyak pilihan seafood segar. Satu hal: lebih baik kalau ada briefing lebih detail sebelum hike, karena jalannya cukup steep. Tapi overall, pengalaman ini sangat smooth dan visually stunning.
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