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Four beautifully appointed 10m² lower-deck cabins featuring king-size beds and a quiet, artisanal ironwood atmosphere.
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Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Gammara 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.
Gammara Phinisi is a 30-meter VIP class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features 7 spacious cabins for up to 14 guests, built in 2018. Combines traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with modern comfort and premium service for an exclusive island-hopping experience.
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Based on 94 reviews
Felipe C. Mora
Temuco, CL
El Gammara Phinisi fue el escenario perfecto para nuestra photography expedition con cinco colegas de Santiago. Desde el primer briefing, el equipo supo equilibrar profesionalismo con discreción, algo que valoro mucho. La master suite en la popa tiene una iluminación matinal excepcional, ideal para prepararse sin prisas antes del primer drone shot en Gili Lawa. Nadamos con las mantas justo al amanecer, y la tripulación tuvo el detalle de tener el café y tostadas listos en la cubierta superior, sin interferir con el momento. Kalong Island fue otro highlight: el contraste del atardecer con los murciélagos saliendo al vuelo me dio algunas de mis mejores tomas del año. Los espacios comunes están diseñados con ese minimalismo cálido que solo algunos yates logran —nada de ostentación innecesaria, pero cada detalle, hasta el diseño de los pomos, dice luxury. Solo un pequeño comentario: el wifi es funcional, pero algo limitado para subir archivos RAW en tiempo real, algo a considerar para otros fotógrafos. Me hubiera venido bien un día extra a bordo; el itinerary, aunque bien pensado, se sintió algo apretado entre Sebayur y Pink Beach. Pero eso no opaca la calidad general del servicio ni la belleza de navegar con velas desplegadas al viento. El capitán eligió rutas que evitaban la mayor parte del tráfico náutico, lo cual marcó una diferencia enorme en la serenidad del viaje.
Ondrea Verinder
Sheffield, UK
From the first glimpse of Gammara Phinisi at dawn—her twin masts silhouetted against a pink sky—I knew this would be special. As a solo traveler joining a curated dive expedition, I was welcomed with genuine warmth. The boat’s layout encourages connection: the upper deck lounge became our storytelling hub each night. At Castle Rock, visibility exceeded 30 meters, and we were graced by a passing manta ray—its wingspan nearly matching the boat’s beam. The dive team was exceptional, with safety always prioritized. My cabin was serene, though the mirror fogged quickly in humidity—a tiny flaw in an otherwise pristine space. One unforgettable moment: floating in the shallows at Bidadari Beach, surrounded by blue-green water so calm it mirrored the sky. Gammara doesn’t just transport you through Komodo. She lets you live inside its beauty.
Sophia Harper
Berlin, DE
Baru saja menikah, dan memilih Gammara Phinisi sebagai honeymoon boat was one of the best decisions. Romantic dari awal: welcome drink dengan bunga di kabin, plus turndown service tiap malam. We anchored at Kanawa Island—snorkeled together di Crystal Rock, visibility-nya exceptional, we saw pygmy seahorse! Dinner di deck dengan candlelight dan live acoustic guitar, very intimate. Crew discreet but attentive—seperti telepathic. Kamar king size super comfy, linen-nya high-thread count beneran. One tiny thing: breakfast menu bisa lebih variatif, tapi overall service was flawless. Gammara offers that rare balance: luxury meets wild nature. Suami saya bilang, 'Ini trip yang akan kita remember forever.' So true.
Samuel Fletcher
Santa Barbara, US
The Gammara Phinisi feels personal, not institutional. With only seven cabins, the guest list remains curated. Our honeymoon spanned Padar Island and Long Beach—both breathtaking, but it was the in-between moments that defined it. Breakfast on the bow as we approached Crystal Rock, the water shifting from indigo to jade. The way the crew folded napkins into origami birds each morning. The master bath’s rain shower, open to the sky. At night, we anchored off Nusa Kode, the silence broken only by distant waves. My only note? The mattress leaned firm—ideal for some, but a softer option would help. Still, this was intimacy measured not in space, but in attention.
Khalid Al-Mulla
Kuwait City, KW
带队一群 المصورين على متن Gammara Phinisi كانت من أفضل قراراتي. كجزء من photography expedition، كنا بحاجة لليخت يقدّم ثبات، خصوصية، ووصول مرن للنقاط النائية. وGammara وفّت تمامًا. من Padar Island إلى Long Beach، كل موقع كان يُقدّم لوحة طبيعية خلابة. الكابينة العلوية كانت الـ perfect base للعمل: مساحة كافية، إضاءة طبيعية، وشحن دائم لكل الأجهزة. الطاقم ساعدنا بتنسيق التوقيتات بدقة، حتى نضمن golden hour shots. أقدر جدًا مرونتهم في تعديل الـ itinerary بناءً على الرياح والمد. نقطة صغيرة: الصوت من غرفة المحركات كان م perceptible في الليل، لكنه لم يؤثر على النوم. ما يميز Gammara Phinisi هو التصميم الأصيل للـ phinisi مع لمسات عصرية—مثل الـ lounge area المفتوح الذي أصبح مركز التجمع بعد كل جلسة تصوير. التجربة برمتها؟ next level.
Kaito U. Watanabe
Berlin, DE
Gifuから飛び立ち、Gammara Phinisiで迎えた40歳のbirthdayは、人生で最も記憶に残る1日になった。7つのキャビンすべてがエレガントだが、私たちの滞在したデラックスルームも、インテリアのディテールに職人技を感じた。Padar Islandのトレイルをハイキング後、船上のジャグジーでリカバリーした瞬間は、まさにリゾートの定義そのもの。Crystal Rockでのダイビングは透明度がexceptionalで、海の中の色のグラデーションは、まるで別の星に来たよう。船長が臨機応変にitineraryを調整してくれたことで、ベストな光の時間に撮影ができ、プロカメラマンとして非常に満足。朝食の和洋折衷メニューは素晴らしいが、もう少し和食のバリエーションがあると最高。でも、全体としてのホスピタリティとナチュラルビューティのバランスは、他に比べ物にならない。Komodo Islandの探検も刺激的だったが、船上での静けさもまた、心を癒された。
Crispin Jagger
Sawahlunto, ID
My 45th was spent on Gammara Phinisi with close friends, and it was low-key perfection. Mereka arrange surprise dinner di Kanawa Island, dengan table setup pasir, lanterns, dan live acoustic dari local musician. Menu include spicy tuna tartare dan slow-cooked beef with jackfruit — fusion yang berani tapi works. Snorkeling di Crystal Rock the next day, visibility over 30 meters, sangat surreal. Captain memberi kami chance untuk steer the boat sebentar — fun moment! Kabin saya menghadap ke laut timur, jadi bangun dengan golden light, very uplifting. Hanya, lebih banyak local storytelling (about Komodo legends) akan enriching. But Gammara Phinisi blends elegance with authenticity — and that’s why it stands out.
Brandon Foster
Brasília, BR
Escolhi o Gammara Phinisi para um wellness retreat com amigas após um ano intenso. A vibe onboard é de calma imediata: yoga ao nascer do sol no deck principal, chás orgânicos no lounge e massagens tailandesas sob o toldo. O ritmo do barco respeita o corpo — nada de agendas apertadas. Em Gili Lawa, fizemos uma caminhada suave até o mirante, seguida de snorkeling em águas cristalinas. A energia do lugar é quase espiritual. A cabine, embora compacta, tem um design inteligente — uso perfeito do espaço, mas gostaria de mais tomadas USB. O jantar de despedida foi servido em Pink Beach com tochas e música acústica; um daqueles momentos que ficam no álbum mental. A equipe é discreta, quase invisível, mas presente quando necessário. O phinisi é novo (2018), então tudo funciona com precisão: ar-condicionado, chuveiro, luzes. Se o objetivo é resetar, esse é o vessel ideal.
Alice Foster
Houston, US
Gammara Phinisi doesn’t shout luxury—she whispers it. From the hand-polished railings to the chef’s nightly surprise menu, every detail is understated yet impeccable. As a solo traveler, I appreciated how seamlessly I was woven into the group dynamic. At Taka Makassar, we spent hours on the sandbar, wading through knee-deep water so clear it distorted depth. Later, a storm rolled in—dramatic, but the crew handled it with calm precision, securing the boat and serving spiced tea as lightning danced on the horizon. My cabin’s king bed faced a large window, perfect for stargazing. The only critique? The wardrobe space was slightly limited for a week-long trip, but packing light felt part of the ethos. At Bidadari Beach, I swam alone at dusk, surrounded by silence and bioluminescence. That moment—unhurried, profound—encapsulates Gammara. She doesn’t rush. She reveals.
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