Endymion Lockhart
Auckland, NZ



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The vessel's crown jewel, offering unparalleled 180-degree ocean views from the upper deck, spanning 15m² of luxury space.
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A secondary upper-deck haven, this 15m² suite combines king-size comfort with spectacular elevated maritime vistas.
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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
Endymion Lockhart
Auckland, NZ
Sailing the Komodo archipelago aboard Gammara Phinisi was nothing short of poetic. From the moment I stepped aboard in Labuan Bajo, the crew’s quiet efficiency and genuine warmth set the tone. The teak decks, open-air lounge, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow made every sunset feel curated. We anchored at Bidadari Beach, where the water’s clarity stunned even seasoned divers in our group. Snorkeling here felt like floating above an aquarium—turtles, reef sharks, and kaleidoscopic coral. The only minor note? The Wi-Fi, while understandably limited, could use a slight upgrade for remote professionals like myself. That said, disconnection was perhaps the greatest luxury. The cabin—spacious, serene, with soft linens and ambient lighting—became my sanctuary. Dinners under the stars, with local seafood grilled to perfection, were highlights. Gammara doesn’t just offer a cruise; it offers immersion, with grace.
Beatrice Ellis
Bandung, ID
Kami dari tim leadership menghabiskan 5 hari di Gammara Phinisi sebagai offsite. Tujuan utama: disconnect to reconnect. Lokasi seperti Castle Rock dan Crystal Rock memberi kombinasi perfect antara adventure dan reflection. Snorkeling di Crystal Rock, visibility-nya exceptional — melihat white tip reef shark dan manta ray dari dekat, sangat grounding. Siang hari, meeting kami diadakan di upper deck dengan breeze alami, no AC needed. The boat’s layout allows for both privacy dan collaboration; meeting room bisa diconvert jadi lounge santai. Crew sangat profesional, tapi tidak terlalu formal — perfect untuk suasana corporate yang ingin tetap human. Makanan mostly Indonesian fusion, tapi ada pilihan Mediterranean juga. Hanya, lebih dari satu session diving akan lebih impactful. Overall, Gammara Phinisi tidak sekadar transport — it’s a strategic venue with soul.
Yua V.
Kyoto, JP
30歳のmilestone birthdayを、敢えてsolo旅で迎えました。Gammara Phinisiのcrewは気遣いが自然で、ひとり旅でも居心地が悪くなる瞬間がなかった。Manta Pointでのダイビングは圧巻。野生のマンタがすぐ横を泳ぐあの感覚は、言葉では表現できない。船内はminimalだけど、素材選びが絶妙で、居心地の良さが伝わる。朝食のafternoon teaスタイルも、ちょっとしたluxury。ただ一点、デッキでの読書中にWi-Fiが切れていたのは残念。もう少し安定した接続があると、journalを書くのに助かる。Nusa Kodeのビーチではcrewが特別にランチピクニックをセットしてくれて、感動しました。静けさと自然が織りなすこのitinerary、心から満たされた。
Ayu Kusuma
Berlin, DE
Bawa anak-anak ke Komodo biasanya risky, tapi Gammara Phinisi handled it dengan sempurna. Crew prepared kids-friendly meals dan even set up a mini marine education session di deck—anak-anak jadi excited belajar tentang coral dan manta rays. We snorkel di Pink Beach, warna pasirnya beneran pink, so magical! Ada life jacket khusus anak dan guide yang sabar banget. Kabin kami menghadap laut, morning views were postcard-worthy. Satu hal kecil: AC agak berisik malam hari, tapi overall tidak mengganggu. The staff langsung tindak cepat begitu kita mention. Gammara bukan sekadar boat, tapi floating sanctuary for family bonding. Highly recommend for parents who want adventure with comfort.
Padrig Wetherby
Indianapolis, US
I manage a logistics firm—efficiency is my lens. The Gammara Phinisi operates like a finely tuned system. For our corporate retreat, we needed focus without austerity. At Sebayur Island, the crew set up a shaded briefing area on the beach, mats, whiteboard, cold drinks—within minutes. Then, post-session, we snorkeled the outer reef, spotting a manta at Crystal Rock. The yacht’s layout allows privacy; we held breakout sessions in separate cabins without distraction. Meals were timed to energy levels—light lunches, hearty dinners. The only hiccup: the backup generator hummed slightly at night. But that’s nitpicking. This was leadership development, distilled.
Sung-Hoon Park
Suwon, KR
신혼여행으로 Gammara Phinisi를 예약했는데, 프라이버시와 service quality 사이의 균형이 정말 잘 잡혀 있었어요. 7개의 캐빈 중 단 둘만 사용해서인지, 전세 낸 듯한 느낌이었고, 특히 Pink Beach에서의 스노클링은 컬러가 환상적이었어요—현지 가이드가 말하길, 모래 속의 미세한 산호 미세조각 때문이라던데, 실제로 발밑에서 반짝이는 게 보여서 감동적이었죠. 다이빙은 아니었지만 Manta Point에서의 프리 다이빙도 충분히 인상적이었고, 스태프가 맞춤형 itinerar를 짜줘서 흐름이 자연스러웠어요. 객실 내 조명이 약간 어두운 편이라 책 읽기에 불편했지만, 그건 의도된 분위기일 수도 있겠다 싶었어요. 아침 식사 시 제공되는 열대과일 플래터는 매일 달라져서 지루할 틈이 없었고, 특히 자몽과 마구스가 인상적이었어요. 테라스에서의 저녁 와인 타임—한적한 바다를 보며 마시는 피노 누아는, 기억에 오래 남을 장면이었어요.
Renata Mendoza
Tota, MX
Nunca pensé que un babymoon pudiera ser tan *perfect*. Desde el primer contacto, Gammara Phinisi transmitió esa elegancia discreta que solo entienden los viajeros HNW. A bordo, cada detalle —desde la iluminación cálida en el pasillo hasta el *master suite* con vista al mar— fue pensado para el descanso y la intimidad. Nuestro *itinerary* incluyó Pink Beach y Padar Island, y fue en estos momentos cuando el yate brilló con luz propia. En Pink Beach, el equipo preparó un picnic privado al atardecer, con champán y canapés que parecían salidos de un *luxury resort*. Al día siguiente, la caminata en Padar ofreció unas vistas épicas —y nuestro capitán nos esperaba con batidos fríos y toallas frescas, un detalle que marca la diferencia. El único *tiny critique*: el Wi-Fi es limitado, pero honestamente, ¿quién necesita emails cuando tienes un *drone shot* del horizonte desde la cubierta principal? Lo que más valoré fue la discreción del staff; sabían cuándo aparecer y cuándo desaparecer. Mi esposo, acostumbrado a retiros corporativos en Bali, dijo que esta fue la primera vez que realmente desconectó. Gammara no solo navega por Komodo —lo domina con gracia. Ideal para parejas, pero con espacio suficiente para una familia pequeña o un grupo íntimo buscando exclusividad. Definitivamente, nuestra próxima *getaway* familiar será a bordo.
Hamish Ormerod
Brisbane, AU
Gammara Phinisi is the ideal vessel for those who crave adventure but refuse to compromise on comfort. Our friends’ group explored Kanawa Island’s reefs by day and toasted with craft gin by night. The snorkeling here rivals any I’ve done in Raja Ampat—vibrant coral, turtles, even a reef shark napping in the shallows. The dive setup was professional: gear laid out, tanks filled, safety briefings thorough. One evening, we anchored near Castle Rock and dined on deck as a storm flickered in the distance—dramatic, but the crew kept us perfectly secure. The cabins are stylish, with excellent sound insulation—critical when some of us turned in early. The only small gap? More international power adapters at each bedside would help global travelers. Still, the experience was seamless. Gammara feels like a private explorer’s yacht—refined, capable, and deeply connected to its environment.
Ji-Eun Lee
Seoul, KR
우리 결혼 10주년을 기념하기 위해 Gammara Phinisi를 예약했는데, 진짜 최고의 선택이었어요. 30미터의 우아한 라인과 인테리어에서 느껴지는 미니멀한 럭셔리가 딱 제 스타일이었죠. 특히 master suite는 바다를 향해 전면 오픈되는 테라스가 있어서 아침마다 차 한 잔 하기 정말 완벽했어요. Rinca Island에서의 트래킹은 약간 더웠지만, 현지 가이드의 설명이 정말 풍부해서 몰입도가 대단했어요. 그 후 Pink Beach에서 스노클링한 건 마치 프레임에 담긴 드론 샷 같았어요—실제로 스태프가 멋진 영상도 찍어줬죠. 키즈 프로그램은 없었지만, 우리는 아이 없이 왔기에 조용한 분위기가 더 좋았어요. 키친에서 제공하는 퓨전 디너는 매일 surprise였고, 와인 페어링도 Michelin 수준. itinerary가 딱 4박5일이라 더 여유로웠어요. 다음엔 family with kids로 다시 오고 싶어요. 진짜 life-changing experience.