Oliver Nelson
Berlin, DE



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The vessel's crown jewel, an upper-deck master suite featuring a private balcony for starlit evenings and panoramic island views.
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Smartly designed main-deck cabins that comfortably accommodate three guests with a mix of double and horizontal beds.
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Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Carnaby Phinisi. 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.


























Carnaby Phinisi is a 26-meter VIP-class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Featuring 6 spacious cabins, accommodating up to 16 guests, and built in 2019, it offers modern comfort, personalized service, and premium amenities in a traditional Indonesian sailing vessel design.
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Carnaby Phinisi
Based on 97 reviews
Oliver Nelson
Berlin, DE
Sebagai solo traveler, saya biasanya pilih destinations yang punya community vibe. Tapi di Carnaby Phinisi, the solitude at Wainilu justru yang paling healing. Bangun pagi di tengah laut, cuma ditemani suara ombak dan morning coffee dari steward yang thoughtful. The crew introduced me to other guests slowly, never pushy — akhirnya saya makan malam bareng family dari Surabaya dan ikutan mereka ke Rinca Island untuk lihat komodo. Even as a solo, I never felt like an outsider. Kabin saya (Standard Cabin) kecil tapi functional banget, storage-nya smart. Satu hal: shower pressure agak lemah, tapi considering we spent 80% waktu di luar, it’s negligible. Sunset di deck dengan local gawai music dari crew? Unexpectedly soulful.
Mei Ling
Berlin, DE
从新加坡飞雅加达到Carnaby Phinisi,本担心衔接出错,但酒店到码头的transfer无缝。六间cabins中我选了靠尾的Master Suite,引擎震动几乎不可闻。四天里最惊艳的是Batu Bolong的悬浮感——鱼群如深蓝绸缎般掠过面镜。船上的SPA技师来自巴厘岛,用姜油做的肩颈按摩,搭配海浪轻摇,是天然的ASMR。itinerary安排在Komodo Island停留两段,避开午间高温,很人性化。不过,船载电源插座只有两处支持Type G,我带了多个摄影设备,需协调充电时间。傍晚在Long Beach附近停泊,我们放了个人drone,拍到船影剪在熔金海面的镜头,后来成了朋友圈的top post。这种不喧哗的奢华,正是我想要的escape。
Tariq Al-Jassim
QA, QA
كمسافر منفرد، بحثت عن رحلة تجمع بين المغامرة والهدوء، ووجدت ذلك في Carnaby Phinisi. الـitinerary بدأ من Komodo Island، حيث المشي مع المرشد كشف لي عن عالم من الحيوانات النادرة. في اليوم التالي، توقفنا في Kanawa Island، حيث سبحت وحدي في المياه الزرقاء – لحظة تأمل نادرة. النوم في الـStandard Cabin كان مريحًا، رغم أن الستائر لا تحجب الضوء تمامًا. في Kalong Island، شاهدت الخفافيش تخرج من الغابة عند الغسق – منظر غريب لكنه ساحر. أتمنى لو أن هناك جلسة تأمل م guided في الصباح – كان سيدعم تجربة الـwellness. الطاقم لطيف، يقدم القهوة في الصباح دون أن يزعج. في المساء، جلست على السطح أقرأ كتابًا مع صوت الأمواج. Carnaby Phinisi ليست كبيرة، لكنها تشعرك بالاتساع. الـdrone shot من Manta Point كان أبرز لحظات الرحلة. تجربة عميقة، غيرت نظرتي للسفر الفردي.
Ethan Underwood
Berlin, DE
Bawa ibu (72), adik (12), dan anak (8) ke Komodo bersama Carnaby Phinisi — terdengar risky, tapi ternyata seamless. The layout sangat logical: family cabin untuk kami bertiga, connecting door ke kamar ibu. Di Komodo Island, ranger dan crew koordinasi dengan baik untuk pace yang slow enough for elderly. Lunch box-nya disesuaikan untuk ibu (low salt, soft protein). Anak-anak excited banget lihat komodo dari dekat, tapi juga enjoy simple things kayak glass-bottom kayak di Kanawa. Dinner setiap malam diatur dengan theme: one night Indonesian rijsttafel, next night Mediterranean sharing platters. Satu wish: lebih banyak activity untuk pre-teens, tapi mereka mostly happy snorkeling and using the paddleboards. Overall, the balance between luxury and authenticity is well-calibrated.
Robert Griffin
Berlin, DE
Babymoon di Carnaby Phinisi jadi decision terbaik. Waktu di Wainilu, crew set up private beach dinner dengan floating candles dan local string music. So romantic. Master Suite-nya luas dengan bathtub freestanding — perfect untuk sore after snorkeling. Suami saya diving di Batu Bolong, sementara saya relax di boat dengan book dan iced lemongrass tea. Crew sangat discreet; they just appear when needed. Satu malam, kita lihat meteor shower dari upper deck — no light pollution, just stars. Makanan sangat refined: one night was seafood tasting menu with wine pairing. Wish we had one more day — 5 days feels like just getting settled. But the balance between adventure dan relaxation? Perfect.
Eloise Marston
London, GB
Our anniversary marked ten years, and the Carnaby Phinisi delivered a kind of quiet luxury that doesn’t announce itself—it simply unfolds. The Master Suite, with its hand-carved headboard and direct deck access, felt both grand and private. Days slipped into a gentle cadence: breakfast after a predawn paddle at Bidadari Beach, where the sand shifts colour with the light, then diving near Wainilu’s submerged ridges. The dive team was exceptionally well-versed in local currents and marine life, pointing out pygmy seahorses I’d have missed entirely. Evenings were spent on the upper deck with a single malt, watching geckos dart across the rigging. The galley’s rendang was the best I’ve had outside Sumatra. One small note—the en suite shower’s water pressure dipped mid-cycle, likely due to shared usage. But these are minor in a vessel so clearly built for presence, not just performance.
Daniel Lawrence
Cambridge, GB
There’s a distinction between opulence and elegance—the Carnaby Phinisi leans decisively toward the latter. As an academic, I appreciate precision, and the crew executed every detail with quiet competence. Our route included Manta Point and Pink Beach, both exceptional for marine visibility. I spent an hour at the former simply observing, buoyed by the current, watching mantas glide beneath me like shadows in a dream. The yacht’s design favours airflow over air-con, which works beautifully in Komodo’s climate. My only note: the reading lamp in the Master Suite had a loose connection. It was fixed by the next morning, but briefly disrupted late-night journaling. The galley served a breakfast of dragon fruit, house-made yogurt, and Balinese coffee that became a daily ritual. We anchored near Wae Rebo one evening and listened to the forest come alive after dark—a chorus of geckos and distant waves. No music, no chatter. Just presence.
Walter Graham
Berlin, DE
As a solo traveler, I was looking for something intimate yet luxurious—Carnaby Phinisi delivered beyond. The Master Suite felt like a private retreat, with teak finishes and ocean-facing windows that made waking up effortless. Our itinerary included Manta Point and Bidadari Beach—both surreal. At Manta Point, I spent nearly an hour diving alongside mantas, and the crew even arranged a private snorkel guide. Bidadari’s sandbar looked like a drone shot come to life—soft white, endless blue. The only minor note: the wifi was spotty past Sebayur Island, but honestly, that was a blessing. I didn’t miss it. The staff anticipated needs—chai by 6:30 AM, post-dive towel service, even a personalized wellness kit with ayurvedic oils. As someone who values quiet luxury, the 26-meter yacht’s layout ensured privacy without isolation. Dinner on deck at Wainilu, under a full moon, with live acoustic guitar—pure magic. Would’ve loved one extra night to explore Kalong Island’s dusk bat flight more deeply. But overall, the balance of adventure and serenity was perfect.
Ian Morrison
Berlin, DE
作为潜水老手,我挑剔boat的trim和下潜调度。Carnaby Phinisi的team在Crystal Rock展示了专业度——双气瓶预置、温水冲洗池、甚至有氧舱备用。我们五人dive group从Loh Liang出发,当天水流强劲,但船长选了背流锚位,确保我们能从容入水。船体是2019年造,柚木地板几乎没有热感,赤脚行走很舒服。我住Standard Cabin,空间比预想宽裕,储物格设计合理。唯一的小问题是早晨引擎启动略吵,但只持续十分钟。傍晚航向Bidadari Beach途中,领队用平板展示明日itinerary的洋流预测图,这种透明沟通令人安心。晚餐后的briefing不只是安全说明,更像水下探险的预演,细节控会欣赏这种节奏。
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