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Experience comfort and elegance in our thoughtfully designed cabins, each offering a unique blend of modern amenities and traditional charm.
A prestigious main-deck master suite featuring its own private balcony for intimate connection with the Komodo seascapes.
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2 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed
Located on the upper deck, this suite offers superior views and a private balcony for starlit evenings.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed
A rare deluxe cabin on the main deck that includes a private balcony, offering a high-end boutique experience.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed
A bright and airy upper-deck deluxe cabin with expansive windows and easy access to the sundeck.
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2 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed
The vessel's most quiet retreat, featuring a Queen bed supplemented by a comfortable lounge chair.
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2 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed + Lounge Chair
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Barakati 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.
Barakati Cruise is a 28.8-meter VIP-class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features include 5 spacious cabins, premium amenities, and personalized service. Built in 2023, it offers an exclusive, modern, and eco-conscious cruising experience limited to 12 guests.
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Pax Verity
Washington, US
We chartered Barakati Cruise for a leadership retreat—six executives, no agendas, just immersion. The yacht’s communal saloon encouraged conversation without forced intimacy, and the layout gave everyone room to disappear when needed. Batu Bolong’s coral gardens were a revelation at low tide, and the snorkel guide timed our entry perfectly with the surge. What impressed me most was the discretion: meals appeared without announcement, and the staff remembered coffee preferences after day one. The Standard Cabins are generous, though sound insulation between decks could be improved—early risers echo slightly. Still, anchoring near Kalong Island at sunset, watching the bats spiral into the mangroves, recalibrated something in all of us. This wasn’t escape; it was recalibration. We returned not just rested, but reoriented.
Mỹ Dung Nguyễn
Berlin, DE
Chúng tôi chọn Barakati Cruise cho kỳ trăng mật 4 ngày và thật sự ấn tượng với sự tinh tế trong thiết kế từng chi tiết – từ gỗ chạm khắc handcrafted đến layout master suite cực kỳ riêng tư, mở ra tầm nhìn panoramic về phía biển. Là người hay để ý ánh sáng, tôi phải nói rằng golden hour ở Taka Makassar nhìn từ deck là một cinematic moment – đáng để book riêng một drone shot. Chúng tôi có thể ngắm san hô ở Pink Beach vào buổi chiều muộn khi đông đảo thuyền đã rời đi, cảm giác như cả hòn đảo chỉ dành riêng cho hai người. Dịch vụ crew rất smooth, không intrusive nhưng luôn anticipatory – đặc biệt là bữa tối private dining bên bờ cát trắng ở Manjarite, setup candlelit với live acoustic nhẹ. Có điều wifi hơi spotty ở một vài điểm neo – không thành vấn đề với chúng tôi vì đây là dịp để truly unplug, nhưng nếu ai cần stay connected thì nên chuẩn bị trước. Hành trình kết hợp giữa adventure và relaxation rất balanced, dù tôi nghĩ thêm một đêm ở Kalong Island để ngắm đàn dơi bay khỏi rừng ngập mặn vào lúc hoàng hôn có lẽ sẽ hoàn thiện hơn. Về tổng thể, đây không đơn thuần là một cruise – mà là một curated experience, phù hợp với ai tìm kiếm sự riêng tư, chất lượng và aesthetic cao.
Bronwen Inkpen
Berlin, DE
Como terapeuta corporal, viajo em busca de lugares que alinhem beleza natural e ritmo contemplativo. O Barakati Cruise se revelou um santuário flutuante durante meu wellness retreat. A cabine Standard Cabin, apesar do nome, é anything but standard — acabamento em madeira maciça, roupas de cama egípcias e um chuveiro ao ar livre que virou parte da minha rotina de mindfulness. O itinerário passou por Manta Point, onde pratiquei snorkeling com mantas por quase uma hora — uma imersão quase espiritual. Depois, ancoramos em Nusa Kode, onde fiz ioga na proa ao pôr do sol. A equipe ofereceu sucos detox todos os dias e uma massagem tailandesa no deck, com o som das ondas como trilha sonora. Único detalhe: o café da manhã poderia ter mais opções sem glúten. Mas entendo as limitações logísticas. O que mais me marcou foi a atenção silenciosa da tripulação — nunca invasiva, sempre presente. O Barakati não vende luxo; ele o respira.
Kelda Ramsbottom
Edmonton, CA
Our family of four—kids aged 9 and 12—found unexpected harmony aboard the Barakati Cruise. The Master Suite’s layout gave us space, while the kids claimed the lounge’s daybed. At Sebayur Island, we kayaked at low tide, spotting juvenile octopuses in tidal pools. Long Beach became our base for sandcastle engineering and snorkel races. The chef accommodated my daughter’s gluten intolerance without fuss—her pancakes were flawless. We missed the bat flight at Kalong due to early bedtime, but the staff showed us a time-lapse video over cocoa. Wi-Fi was weak, but we played backgammon instead. One extra day would’ve been ideal. Still, the balance of adventure and ease was exactly what we needed.
Sultan Al-Yami
Jeddah, SA
سافرت مع عائلتي الممتدة — أطفالي، زوجتي، ووالديّ — على متن Barakati Cruise، وكان التوازن بين الفخامة والراحة ممتازًا. الأطفال أحبوا التوقف في Long Beach، حيث لعبوا على الرمال البيضاء بينما كنا نراقبهم من الديك. والدي، البالغ 72 عامًا، أعجب بالتنظيم الهادئ للرحلة، خاصة في Sebayur Island حيث استراح تحت المظلة بينما سبح الباقون. الـstandard cabin كانت نظيفة ومهواة بشكل ممتاز، رغم أنني فضلت لو كانت النوافذ أكبر قليلًا. الطاقم تعامل مع احتياجات الجميع بدقة: من حليب الأطفال إلى وجبات خاصة لكبار السن. تناولنا العشاء كل ليلة على ظهر القارب تحت النجوم، مع موسيقى هادئة من الإيقاعات التقليدية. الـitinerary كان متنوعًا: من الغطس في Manta Point إلى رحلة الكاياك الصباحية. الشيء الوحيد الذي نتمناه؟ لو بقينا ليلة إضافية في Kanawa. Barakati Cruise نجح في جمع الأجيال دون عناء.
Laura Edwards
Dublin, IE
I joined Barakati Cruise after months of recovery from surgery, seeking gentle reimmersion. The crew’s attentiveness—without overstepping—was remarkable. They adapted excursions to my pace: a slow kayak through the mangroves near Kalong Island, a quiet morning sketching frigatebirds from the bow. At Manta Point, I floated at the surface while others dived, and still felt included. The yacht’s five cabins mean intimacy, not crowding. Even at full capacity, there were corners to claim. The food was a revelation—fermented tofu, wild greens, coconut broths—never repetitive. I wished we’d had one more day; leaving felt premature. Barakati Cruise doesn’t rush. It unfolds. That slowness, that respect for rhythm, is its quiet luxury.
Kerensa Rowbotham
Berlin, DE
Viajar solo por Komodo National Park exige equilíbrio entre segurança e liberdade — e o Barakati Cruise ofereceu os dois com elegância. Como único guest nesse período (sorte imensa), tive espaço para explorar no meu ritmo. O itinerário incluiu Padar Island, onde subi até o mirante antes do nascer do sol, e Pink Beach, onde o contraste entre a areia rosada e o azul intenso gerou meu melhor drone shot até agora. A tripulação, atenciosa sem ser intrusiva, me guiou com conhecimento profundo da região. Fiquei na Master Suite, mas, sendo honesto, qualquer cabine aqui é um upgrade. O jantar de três tempos com vinho natural foi um ritual diário. Só senti falta de um guia dedicado para caminhadas — os crew são competentes, mas não naturalistas especializados. Ainda assim, o silêncio entre as ilhas, longe de tudo, foi o verdadeiro luxo. O Barakati Cruise entende que verdadeiro conforto é ter tempo — e ele te dá isso de graça.
Fflur Mottershead
Waterford, IE
We chose Barakati Cruise for our 15th anniversary—just the two of us, plus ten other guests. The Master Suite’s private deck was where we shared champagne as the sun dipped behind Komodo Island. The staff arranged a private beach picnic at Wainilu, complete with chilled muscadet and grilled reef fish. It felt personal, not performative. Snorkeling at Manta Point was transcendental; I counted seventeen in a single drift. The boat’s pace allowed space for both adventure and stillness. My only note: the air conditioning in our cabin cycled loudly at night. A minor flaw in an otherwise seamless design. What lingers is the quiet competence of the crew, the way they balanced presence with invisibility. This wasn’t a holiday. It was a recalibration of what travel can be.
Fiona Foster
Christchurch, NZ
The Barakati Cruise feels less like a charter and more like a floating atelier. Every detail—the hand-stitched cushions, the cold-pressed lemongrass spray on arrival—lands with intent. As a solo traveler, I valued the option to join or withdraw seamlessly. At Batu Bolong, our guide knew the komodos by name; we watched ‘Bima’ patrol his domain like a moss-covered sentinel. Crystal Rock delivered a thermocline dive—chilly below, warm above, like crossing a threshold. The yacht’s solar system kept lights steady, though charging ports in cabins were limited. A minor friction. Mostly, I’ll remember the silence between islands, broken only by the creak of teak and the occasional splash of a flying fish.
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