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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 suite combining direct sea vistas with an elegant 3-person bedding configuration.
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3 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed + Single Bed
An upper-deck sanctuary offering broad horizons and a serene atmosphere, perfect for families or small groups.
Capacity
3 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed + Single Bed
Charming lower-deck double cabins named after precious stones, providing a cool and quiet hideaway.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed
A social lower-deck quad cabin designed for friends or individual travelers, maintaining full ensuite privacy.
Capacity
4 Guests
Bed Type
4 Single Bunk Beds (Sharing Design)
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Cordelia 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.
Cordelia Phinisi is a 33-meter VIP class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features include 5 spacious cabins, accommodating up to 14 guests, crafted with traditional Indonesian design and modern amenities. Its 2018 build ensures top-tier comfort, service, and style on premium island expeditions.
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Cordelia Phinisi
Based on 98 reviews
Mia Davies
Melbourne, AU
As a photographer, I’m drawn to light and texture — and the Cordelia Phinisi offered both in abundance. The woodwork alone is worth documenting: hand-planed teak, brass fittings, sails that catch the dawn like gold foil. Our itinerary included Crystal Rock at first light — the water glowed emerald, and the current brought in schools of jack and barracuda. Later, a climb on Padar’s eastern ridge at sunset revealed Komodo National Park in its full, dramatic scale. The yacht’s stability made long exposures easy, and the crew never minded my late-night gear prep. Cabins are compact but efficient — I stayed in a Standard Cabin and found it perfectly adequate. The galley’s coffee, however, was underwhelming — instant, not freshly ground. A small flaw, easily forgiven when you’re drifting off to the sound of waves and distant geckos.
Faisal bin Sultan
Al-Khobar, SA
استخدمت رحلة Cordelia Phinisi كـcorporate retreat لفريق الإدارة. الـitinerary شمل Sebayur وWainilu، مع فترات عمل صباحية على الـsun deck، ثم استرخاء بعد الظهر. الـMaster Suite كانت مثالية للاجتماعات الخاصة، مع اتصال صوتي جيد. الإنترنت كان متقطعاً قليلاً، لكن هذا أجبرنا على التفاعل أكثر وجهاً لوجه. الطاقم قدّم وجبات خفيفة صحية بين الجلسات، وقهوة أرابيكا حسب الطلب. في Castle Rock، نظّموا لنا غطس جماعي – تجربة جماعية رائعة خارج بيئة المكتب. المساء كان هادئاً، مع عشاء تحت النجوم وعرض عن الحياة البحرية. ما أعجبني هو التنظيم الدقيق، حيث تمّت إدارة الوقت بدقة دون شعور بالضغط. فقط كنا نحتاج غرفة اجتماعات مخصصة، لكن الطاولة المركزية في الصالون عملت بشكل مقبول. تجربة مُلهِمة للقيادة.
Ji-Eun Lee
Seoul, KR
Cordelia Phinisi에서의 5일간 촬영 투어는 정말 특별한 experience였습니다. Manjarite 해변에서의 sunrise shoot은 조명이 자연 그 자체였고, Gili Lawa 일대는 drone shot을 찍기엔 말 그대로 perfect location. Master Suite는 침대부터 욕실까지 디테일이 섬세했고, 조명 각도도 포토그래퍼 기준으로 고려된 듯. 승무원들이 촬영 일정에 맞춰 조용히 식사를 제공해줘서 집중하기 좋았어요. 다만 와이파이가 약간 불안정해 클라우드 백업이 느렸던 점은 아쉬웠지만, 그만큼 디지털에서 벗어난 진정한 retreat이기도 했죠. 마지막 날 Manta Point에서 스노클링하며 찍은 영상은 제 포트폴리오의 highlight가 될 거예요.
Jie Liu
Berlin, DE
五次潜水覆盖了 Taka Makassar 的硬珊瑚区与 Kalong Island 的深壁。Cordelia Phinisi 的 dive master 熟悉每一处 surge pattern，能预判 thermocline 变化。我在 28 米处拍到罕见的 warty frogfish，全靠船长精准定位 drift dive 起点。Standard Cabin 空间紧凑但收纳设计聪明，四人共享无冲突。船上提供 high-end rinse tank，对镜头密封圈保护到位。唯一不足是夜间登船扶手略滑，建议加防滑条。但 overall，这是一次近乎 perfect 的 technical diving experience，尤其在如此 remote location。
Maud van den Akker
Berlin, DE
Vier vriendinnen, een phinisi, en zeven dagen in Komodo — het klonk te mooi om waar te zijn, maar de Cordelia Phinisi leverde precies wat we hoopten. Vanaf de eerste dag op Crystal Rock, waar we snorkelden tussen vlerkhaaien, wisten we dat dit anders zou zijn dan een standaard resorttrip. De kamers waren ruim — ik had de master suite — en de badkamers met regendouches voelden echt like a spa. We zeilden naar Wae Rebo voor een cultuurstop, wat een mooi contrast gaf met de stranddagen op Nusa Kode. De chef kookte elke avond een degelijk menu, met bijvoorbeeld tamarinde-gember vis, en de barman mixte fijne spritzers. We hadden gehoopt op betere connectiviteit om foto’s te delen, maar uiteindelijk genoten we meer van de analoge momenten. De stilte tussen Rinca Island en Kalong Island, met alleen het geluid van de golven — dat is wat we zullen onthouden.
Bleddyn Ingoldsby
Houston, US
As someone who plans obsessively, I appreciated Cordelia Phinisi’s quiet precision. The six-day route from Loh Liang to Gili Lawa balanced activity and ease—hiking Komodo Island at first light, then unwinding with a turmeric scrub in the open-air spa nook. The Master Suite’s king bed faced the sea, and blackout screens ensured deep sleep. At Taka Makassar, we timed the sandbar crossing perfectly, walking across as if the ocean had paused for us. The galley’s attention to detail stood out: filtered water in reusable glass bottles, spice jars labeled in both English and Indonesian. Only note: the Wi-Fi, while advertised as limited, was effectively nonexistent—fine for me, but my partner missed email access. Still, that forced disconnection became a gift. We returned sharper, quieter, and deeply reconnected.
Daniel Ellis
Canberra, AU
Sailing the Cordelia Phinisi during our family’s first post-pandemic getaway—with our two children, aged nine and twelve—was a revelation. The crew anticipated every need, from early snorkel prep to kid-friendly meals that didn’t skimp on freshness. We spent a morning at Manta Point, where the children were spellbound watching the rays glide beneath the glass-bottom kayak. Later, anchoring near Rinca Island, we took a guided trek to spot komodos—both thrilling and educational, thanks to the naturalist onboard. The Master Suite’s wraparound deck was perfect for sunset reading while the kids played games below. The only hiccup? Limited mobile signal, though honestly, that became part of the charm. Cordelia’s design—classic phinisi lines with understated luxury—feels timeless, not trend-driven. Every meal, served alfresco under canvas, reflected regional ingredients with quiet precision. We docked at Taka Makassar one crystalline afternoon; the sandbar emerging at low tide looked like something from a 19th-century explorer’s sketch. One extra day would’ve deepened the rhythm, but even as-is, the balance of adventure and ease was masterfully calibrated.
Kyra P.
Berlin, DE
हमारे 8-member dive group ने Cordelia Phinisi का इस्तेमाल किया। Batu Bolong पर हमने drift dive किया—strong current में mantas के साथ swim करना exhilarating था। Komodo Island के northern reef पर we spotted pygmy seahorse, जिसे मैंने macro lens से capture किया। Standard Cabin cozy था, लेकिन storage limited था for camera gear। Crew ने dive times perfectly coordinated किए। Wainilu पर surface interval में fresh watermelon और iced tea था। एक suggestion—more frequent gear cleaning service होता तो बेहतर होता। Itinerary well-planned था, लेकिन एक extra dive site होता तो और बेहतर होता।
Vincent Dawson
Newcastle, GB
As a photographer, I needed reliability and access. Cordelia Phinisi provided both. Our dive team focused on Taka Makassar and Kalong’s submerged roots, where we captured white-tip reef sharks and schooling trevally. The boat’s tender was stable and spacious—critical when carrying housings. At Pink Beach, we shot the sand’s hue at golden hour, the crew dropping us at the ideal cove. The Master Suite doubled as a dry workspace; the desk and ample outlets kept my gear charged. Mealtimes were unhurried, with dishes like turmeric-crusted tuna and banana-blossom salad that felt both local and refined. The only limitation: limited bandwidth for uploading large files. I managed, but serious media work requires preparation. Still, the crew routed my backup drives safely ashore in Labuan Bajo. What impressed me most was the crew’s quiet competence—no fuss, no errors, just seamless support. Cordelia operates like a well-rehearsed ensemble.
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