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7 ensuite cabins across the boat.
Master Suite — private bathroom, air-conditioning. ⚠️ NO LITERAL-NAME MATCH to character-tier price list (Cinderella/Tiana/Mirabel/Tinkerbell/Merida) — rank-guess REJECTED per rule#1 (nalareya precedent). WA-chase queued. Cinderella (PDF type-anchor). Extra bed IDR 3,750,000/pax available.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 9.500.000
Master Ocean — private bathroom, air-conditioning. ⚠️ NO LITERAL-NAME MATCH — WA-chase queued (see Master Suite note). Tiana (PDF type-anchor).
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 8.500.000
Deluxe Ocean 1 — private bathroom, air-conditioning. ⚠️ NO LITERAL-NAME MATCH — WA-chase queued (see Master Suite note). Mirabel (PDF type-anchor).
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 7.750.000
Deluxe Ocean 2 — private bathroom, air-conditioning. ⚠️ NO LITERAL-NAME MATCH — WA-chase queued (see Master Suite note). Tinkerbell (PDF type-anchor).
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 7.750.000
Superior Pocahontas — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 5.500.000
Superior Mulan — private bathroom, air-conditioning.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 5.500.000
Sharing Cabin — private bathroom, air-conditioning. ⚠️ NO LITERAL-NAME MATCH — WA-chase queued (see Master Suite note). Merida (PDF type-anchor).
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Standard
Rate / Person
IDR 3.850.000
Komodo National Park UNESCO World Heritage site.
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.
Soe Besar Vanrei sails the Komodo archipelago — from Padar volcanic ridges to Pink Beach and manta-ray Manta Point. Premium phinisi liveaboard experience departing Labuan Bajo.
A journey designed for those who seek discovery, serenity, and pure wonder.
Soe Besar Vanrei is a 31.9-meter VIP class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features include 5 spacious cabins, accommodation for up to 16 guests, and modern elegance built in 2022. Designed for comfort and style, it offers an exclusive sailing experience from Labuan Bajo.
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Daily departures from Labuan Bajo. Open trip and private charter pricing available.
Soe Besar Vanrei
Based on 53 reviews
Lucas Edwards
Winnipeg, CA
Taking our two kids (8 and 11) on the Soe Besar Vanrei was one of the boldest moves we’ve made—and it paid off. The yacht handled the open water smoothly, and the family cabin setup gave everyone space without isolation. We spent a full morning on Rinca Island tracking Komodo dragons with our guide, who was both knowledgeable and cautious, keeping the kids engaged but safe. Later, Pink Beach offered calm, shallow waters perfect for snorkeling with juvenile batfish. The chef adapted meals effortlessly—our daughter with allergies ate as well as we did. The only hiccup? The afternoon Wi-Fi was patchy during work check-ins, but frankly, we were too busy kiteboarding off Kalong’s lee side to care. What stood out was the quiet competence of the crew; no fuss, just precision. This wasn’t a vacation—it was a well-orchestrated journey with breathing room. We’d do it again in a heartbeat, maybe even extend to five days next time.
Tessa Blackwood
Wellington, NZ
As someone who values discretion and detail, the Soe Besar Vanrei exceeded quiet expectations. We chartered it for a corporate retreat—four colleagues seeking clarity away from screens. The yacht’s layout allowed both collaboration and solitude; we held morning briefings on the sundeck, then dispersed—some snorkeling at Pink Beach, others journaling in shaded alcoves. Kalong Island at dusk was a masterclass in atmosphere: thousands of fruit bats lifting into a violet sky, the air thick with motion. The absence of loud announcements or forced activities was refreshing. The galley produced clean, nourishing food—lots of turmeric, ginger, and local tuna—supporting mental clarity. One note: while the cabins are spacious, sound insulation between them could be improved; late-night movement was faintly audible. Still, the overall effect was one of curated calm. This wasn’t about luxury for show, but for function. We returned not just rested, but recalibrated.
Ethan Bennett
Medan, ID
Kami dari tech startup butuh retreat yang productive tapi not burnout-inducing. Soe Besar Vanrei jadi pilihan, dan ternyata spot-on. Meeting pagi di deck dengan background Castle Rock di kejauhan — focus langsung naik. Team building activities seperti paddleboarding di Taka Makassar bikin dynamics lebih cair. Malam hari di Kalong Island, melihat ribuan kalong keluar dari hutan sambil minum herbal tea, itu moment yang grounding. Food presentation sangat aesthetic, tapi tetap portion-controlled — good for long days. Crew sangat profesional, tapi tidak stiff. Kritik kecil: beberapa meeting tools seperti projector kurang bright untuk siang hari. Tapi overall, the balance between work dan downtime sangat well-managed. Leadership retreats seharusnya begini terus.
Quinn Bennett
Jeju, KR
사실 이번 photography expedition은 오랫동안 기획한 프로젝트였고, Soe Besar Vanrei는 그에 걸맞은 canvas였다. 31.9미터의 phinisi라기보다는 floating art piece 같았다. 특히 Sebayur Island 근처에서의 early morning light는 말로 설명할 수 없고, deck에서 찍은 drone shot들은 이미 portfolio의 centerpieces가 되었다. 객실은 master suite를 배정받아 전용 outdoor lounge에서 매일 일출을 마주했다. Batu Bolong의 reef도 인상적이었지만, 개인적으로는 wifi signal이 조금 약했던 점이 아쉬웠다. 그래도 crew가 따로 offline editing station을 마련해줘서 workflow에 큰 무리는 없었다. crew의 attention to detail—특히 sous-vide로 조리된 sea bass와 맞춤 와인 페어링—은 미쉐린급이었다. 4박 5일 itinerary가 짧게 느껴져, 다음엔 일주일로 연장할 계획이다. 진정한 visual clarity를 원한다면, 이 boat 이상의 선택지는 없다.
Isabella M. Martins
Búzios, BR
Fiz meu 40º aniversário a bordo do Soe Besar Vanrei com um grupo seleto de amigas — e foi simplesmente perfect. A combinação de elegância discreta e conforto impecável do phinisi superou todas as expectativas. O master suite é uma obra-prima de design náutico: linho egípcio, banheiro em mármore e janelas panorâmicas que trazem o mar para dentro. Em Sebayur Island, nadamos com cardumes densos e fizemos um sunset snorkel que parecia saído de um drone shot. O highlight, no entanto, foi Manta Point: flutuar entre raias gigantes foi quase espiritual. A equipe antecipou cada desejo, do espresso de manhã ao gin tonica artesanal no deck. Só falta um upgrade no sinal de wifi — nada que estrague a vibe digital detox. O itinerary foi bem equilibrado entre momentos ativos e lazy mornings com música suave no lounge. Esperava luxo; encontrei alma. Voltaria por mais um dia, só para prolongar esse estado de paz.
Leonard Lambert
Sawahlunto, ID
Sebagai wildlife photographer, saya butuh access dan timing. Soe Besar Vanrei memberi both. Early morning dive di Crystal Rock — crew bantu prepare gear 30 menit sebelum sunrise. Manta rays di Manta Point sangat cooperative, almost posing for the lens. Yang paling stunning? Golden hour di Castle Rock, dengan siluet karang dan current yang membawa schools of barracuda. Pilot boat sangat aware dengan photographer needs — tidak rush, memberi space untuk composition. Kabin saya menghadap barat, perfect untuk editing saat matahari turun. Minor note: external hard drive docking station di lounge akan sangat membantu. Tapi overall, vessel ini mobile base yang ideal untuk visual storytelling. Setiap frame dari trip ini publishable.
Samuel Ashby
York, GB
Our honeymoon on the Soe Besar Vanrei was understated elegance from start to finish. We wanted intimacy without theatrics, and this yacht delivered. The master suite faces aft with a private lounge nook—perfect for late-night conversation under the stars. We swam at Manta Point at dawn, the water cool and glassy, then spent the afternoon on Komodo Island, hiking through dry forest with a ranger who pointed out nesting ospreys. The real luxury, though, was the rhythm: no rigid schedule, just natural progression from one moment to the next. Dinner was served on the upper deck one night, candlelit, with a crisp Sancerre and grilled mahi-mahi caught that morning. My only quibble? The shower pressure on the main deck could be stronger, but that’s nitpicking. What stays with me is how the light falls across the islands at golden hour—something you can’t plan, only witness. This wasn’t a trip. It was a slow immersion.
Hina M.
JP, JP
家族4人（小学生と幼児）でのtripにSoe Besar Vanreiを利用。crewの柔軟な対応が救われた。朝食前に用意してくれたkids menuのbanana pancakeは、子どもたちの大ヒット。Crystal Rockの透明な海では、浅場でのスイミングと、浮き輪付きのsnorkel体験を安全にサポート。Bidadari Beachでは、潮が引いたビーチで貝拾いをしたら、子どもたちが大喜び。船内には絵本や木製おもちゃも用意されていて、退屈しなかった。parent suiteの隣にconnecting cabinを用意してくれたのが、夜間のケアで助かった。ナイトクルーズ中に見た星空は、都会では味わえない濃さ。ただ、幼児用のライフジャケットの在庫が1つしかなく、もう1つ追加があると安心。食事は、spicy levelを調整してくれて、家族全員が楽しめるメニューに感謝。夕食後のopen deckでのboard gameは、家族の会話が深まるprecious timeになった。itineraryの緩急が上手で、自然と休息のバランスが取れていた。
Douglas Wallace
Bristol, GB
I’ve sailed several Indonesian phinisis, but the Soe Besar Vanrei stands apart in its balance of authenticity and refinement. Built in 2022, it avoids the trap of over-polish—retaining the soul of a working vessel while offering modern comfort. We anchored off Komodo Island and trekked with a ranger who knew the dragons by name—some over 25 years old. Later, at Manta Point, I managed to film clean footage without a single tourist boat in frame, a rarity these days. The yacht’s layout encourages quiet connection—deep conversation happens naturally on the cushioned bow seating. My partner and I traveled as a couple, though not on honeymoon—just a deliberate pause. The only critique? The binoculars provided were slightly out of alignment, but the crew offered to adjust them mid-trip. Small things, handled well. This wasn’t about ticking boxes. It was about presence—on the water, in the moment.
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