Komodo National Park · luxury liveaboard cruises & diving · operated by Komodo Luxury
Live Aboard a Luxury Phinisi in Komodo
Sleep above the reef. Wake at a different island each morning — Padar at first light, a manta drift before breakfast, a private deck for the sunset. From three nights to a deep ocean expedition, your whole Komodo cruise arranged by one team.
- ✦ Ensuite cabins aboard
- ✦ 3D2N to 11D10N
- ✦ Dive-focused cruises
- ✦ Whole-vessel charters
Komodo Liveaboard Luxury runs multi-day luxury liveaboard cruises and diving in Komodo National Park, sailing from Labuan Bajo aboard VVIP phinisi. You sleep aboard in an ensuite cabin, reach sites day boats cannot, and choose an itinerary from 3D2N to 11D10N — or charter the whole vessel. Indicative from USD 450 per person, operated by Komodo Luxury. Best season is April to November.
Find your itinerary
How many nights aboard?
Choose a length and we will show what it covers, then put you straight onto WhatsApp with your Komodo Luxury cruise team.
Prices are indicative “from” guides in USD per person and confirmed on WhatsApp once we know your dates, group and cabin. Operated by Komodo Luxury.
From the marina to the open sea
How a Komodo liveaboard works
- 1
Board at Labuan Bajo
We meet you at the harbour, just minutes from the airport, and welcome you aboard your phinisi.
- 2
Sail into the park
The vessel becomes your hotel. You cruise overnight between islands while you sleep, reaching sites before the day boats.
- 3
Dive, snorkel, explore
Three to four sites a day — manta drifts, coral walls, Padar at dawn, a dragon trek on Rinca — guided by your crew.
- 4
Sleep above the reef
An ensuite cabin, dinner on deck under the stars, and a different anchorage each night until you return to Labuan Bajo.
Choose how you sail
Cruises & cabin classes
From a shared ensuite cabin on a scheduled departure to the whole vessel chartered for your group alone.
Open / Sharing Cabin
Your own ensuite cabin on a scheduled departure — ideal for couples and solo travellers.
From $450 pp →3D2N Cruise
The short luxury taster — Padar, Pink Beach and Manta Point over two nights aboard.
From $550 pp →4D3N Cruise
The classic — the full park, unhurried, three nights sleeping above the reef.
From $750 pp →7D6N Expedition
A deep cruise north and south, far beyond the day-boat horizon.
From $1,600 pp →Dive Cruise
Dive-led itinerary built around the strongest sites at slack tide.
From $900 pp →Liveaboard Diving
Three to four dives a day with mantas, reef sharks and pristine coral.
Diving →Private Phinisi Charter
The whole vessel and crew to your group — your route, your pace.
Charter (POA) →9D8N & 11D10N
Our longest ocean expeditions for those who want the whole archipelago.
Itineraries (POA) →What you sail to
The dive sites you came for
Sleeping aboard is the only way to reach these at the right tide, before the crowds.
Batu Bolong
- A pinnacle of dense coral
- Reef sharks and schooling fish
- Strong-current drift, dived at slack
Manta season
Manta Point & Crystal Rock
- Manta drifts in calm conditions
- Crystal & Castle Rock pinnacles
- Pelagics, turtles, reef sharks
- Best dived from a liveaboard
Cannibal Rock
- Steep southern walls
- Big fish and rare critters
- Reached only on longer cruises
Who sails this way
For a Komodo trip that should feel like a private yacht
Honeymooners who want the deck to themselves at sunset, dive groups chasing the slack-tide pinnacles, and families who would rather wake at a quiet anchorage than queue for a day boat. As the liveaboard division of Komodo Luxury, we match you to a vessel that fits your group, not the other way around — and one team handles the cabins, the diving, the dining and the dragons.
- Operated by Komodo Luxury. A well-established Komodo operator stands behind every cruise.
- Sleep above the reef. Ensuite cabins and a different island each morning, beyond the day-boat horizon.
- Right vessel, right cabin. We curate the fleet so your group, your budget and your diving line up.
- Fixed, honest pricing. Confirmed on WhatsApp before you commit — no surprises at the marina.
Not quite a liveaboard?
The rest of your Komodo trip, handled
A liveaboard is the deep-water way to see Komodo — but it is not the only one. If you would rather day-trip by speedboat, charter a boat for the afternoon, or simply land in style, our sister teams have it covered, all under Komodo Luxury, so there is no juggling vendors.
Good to know
Komodo liveaboard — FAQ
What is a Komodo liveaboard?
A Komodo liveaboard is a multi-day cruise where you sleep aboard the vessel itself rather than returning to a hotel each night. You wake at a different island every morning, dive or snorkel sites that day boats cannot reach, and watch Komodo National Park from the water. Our cruises run from 3D2N to 11D10N aboard VVIP phinisi, operated by Komodo Luxury.
How many days should a Komodo liveaboard be?
Is a Komodo liveaboard good for diving?
Yes — sleeping aboard is the only way to dive the strongest sites at slack tide. A dive cruise is built around Batu Bolong, Castle Rock, Crystal Rock, Manta Point and Cannibal Rock, with three to four dives a day. See liveaboard diving for certification and what is included.
How much does a Komodo liveaboard cost?
Indicative per-person starting guides: an open / sharing cabin from USD 450, 3D2N from USD 550, 4D3N from USD 750, a dive cruise from USD 900 and 7D6N from USD 1,600. A whole-vessel private charter is on application. See liveaboard prices for what is included; we confirm a fixed quote on WhatsApp.
Can I charter the whole vessel for my group?
Yes. A private phinisi charter gives your family or group the entire vessel and crew — your route, your pace, your dining. It is our most-requested option for honeymooners, families and dive groups who would rather not share. Send us your dates and group size for a tailored plan.
Ready to sleep above the reef in Komodo?
Tell our Komodo Luxury cruise team your dates, your group and whether you dive — we will match you to the right vessel, cabin and itinerary, and confirm a fixed price on WhatsApp.