Giona Cruise Liveaboard: Traditional Phinisi for 12 Guests

Giona Cruise Liveaboard sits in the sweet spot for travellers who want a classic wooden Phinisi feel without booking a boat twice the size they actually need. She sleeps twelve guests across four cabins, each with air conditioning and a private bathroom, and runs at 7 to 8 knots under her own power. A 40 HP Yamaha dinghy handles shore transfers, which is heavier than the norm in this class and makes afternoon landings at Kelor or Manjarite faster and drier than on smaller tenders.

Book Giona for your Komodo open trip or private charter

About Giona Cruise Liveaboard

Giona is built as a wooden Phinisi, blending traditional Bugis boat-making lines with interior fit-outs pitched at modern charter guests. The cruising speed of 7 to 8 knots is at the upper end of what comparable wooden Phinisis deliver, which means shorter transits between Kelor, Komodo, Padar and Manta Point. That matters during a compact 3D2N where every hour saved at sea is an hour back in the water. The feeling on board is traditional rather than minimalist: varnished hardwood, woven accents and the working sound of the engine rather than glossy hotel-style finishes.

Cabins and Onboard Spaces

The four cabins are named Poseidon (Master), Doris (Private), Triton (Private) and Thetis (Sharing). The Poseidon Master is the pick of the fleet, placed for the best view at anchor, while Doris and Triton suit couples or friends travelling as pairs, and Thetis works well for a group of four sharing. All cabins have air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms. Communal spaces include an intimate living room, a cosy dining area and a sun-drenched upper deck. The boat is set up for standard Komodo touring rather than hardcore diving, which makes her an easy fit for mixed groups of snorkelers and light divers.

Komodo Tour Routes

Giona typically runs the 3D2N Open Trip Komodo Island route out of Labuan Bajo. Day one takes guests through Kelor, Manjarite and Kalong Island for the sunset flying-fox spectacle. Day two hits Padar at sunrise, Pink Beach in the late morning, the dragon trek on Komodo Island, Manta Point for snorkeling with manta rays and Taka Makassar for a sandbar stop. Day three is a short sunrise-and-snorkel close-out at Sebayur before returning to Labuan Bajo before midday. Routes may adjust for weather or force majeure, with guest safety and comfort the priority.

Charter Pricing and Inclusions

Private charter of Giona is available at competitive Deluxe-class rates and scales from the 3D2N base package up through longer 4D3N, 7D6N and even 11D10N itineraries for groups crossing to Sumbawa or beyond. Rates include all onboard meals, mineral water, tea, coffee, snorkeling gear, a guide, life vests and Labuan Bajo mainland transfers. Komodo National Park entry fees, drone permits (approximately IDR 2,100,000 per unit per day) and crew gratuities are billed separately. A 50% deposit secures the booking and the balance is due 30 days before departure.

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Pricing

Rates as published on our legacy listing. Contact us for current availability, seasonal rates, and private-charter offers.

Category	Price
Charter Price mil /night	IDR 40 /Night
Exclude	IDR 2.100.000 /Day

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Trip Details

Day 1

09:00:

Pick up transfer from hotel in Labuan Bajo / Airport

10:00:

Sailing to Kelor Island

11:00:

Arrived at Kelor Island

12:00:

Trekking & photo video session

13:00:

Down off Kelor Island & lunch time

13:30:

Going to Manjarite Island

13:40:

Snorkeling in Manjarite Island area

15:00:

Going to Kalong Island

16:30:

Sunset, seeing bats from the boat & dinner

Important Notes

Destinations may change depending on weather and field conditions for your safety and comfort.

Adjustments may occur in cases of force majeure.

Participants are required to follow the guide's instructions throughout the trip.

Day 2

06:00:

Trekking and photo session on Padar Island

08:15:

Breakfast on the boat & going to Pink Beach

09:00:

Playing on Pink Beach and photo session

10:00:

Going to Komodo Island

11:30:

Trekking in Komodo Island to see the Komodo

12:30:

Lunch on the boat & going to Manta Point

14:30:

Snorkeling with manta

15:30:

Going to Taka Makassar

16:30:

Photo & video session and snorkeling in Taka Makassar

17:30:

Sunset on the boat

18:00:

Dinner on the boat and rest

Important Notes

Destinations may change depending on weather and field conditions for your safety and comfort.

Adjustments may occur in cases of force majeure.

Participants are required to follow the guide's instructions throughout the trip.

Day 3

06:00:

Sunrise and having breakfast on the boat

08:00:

Snorkeling on Sebayur Island

09:30:

Lunchtime and going back to Labuan Bajo

Important Notes

Destinations may change depending on weather and field conditions for your safety and comfort.

Adjustments may occur in cases of force majeure.

Participants are required to follow the guide's instructions throughout the trip.

Included Excluded

Include

Stay on the boat during the trip

Premium documentation with Drone, GoPro, and Mirrorless (raw footage only).

Meals during the trip

Mineral water, coffee, and tea during the trip

Guide

Snorkeling gears

Life vest

Pick-up and drop-off services from the hotel or airport to the meeting point are provided exclusively within the Labuan Bajo mainland area near the harbor. Accommodation on other islands or in the Manjaga area will not be covered for pick-up services.

Exclude

Crew gratuities

Flight ticket

Personal Expenses

Alcohol /Non Alcohol drinks

Personal Snacks

Komodo National Park fee: Ticket prices are subject to change based on the prevailing government regulations at the time of the trip

Drone ticket for Komodo National Park Estimated cost: IDR 2.100.000 / Unit / Day (Not mandatory & permit should be requested 7 days before the trip)

What To Bring

Sunblock

Sunglasses

Beach hat

Snacks & Supplements

Spare Clothes

Swimsuit

Hiking sandals

Power bank (for personal use when in the islands)

Personal medicine

Toiletries

Wet wipes

Dry bag

Telkomsel SIM card

Additional Cash

Reservation

Availability Confirmation

Please confirm availability in advance.

Fill Out the Registration Form

Complete the registration form with all required details.

Private Trip Reservation Form

Please kindly fill out the form below (for one person only):

Name:

Email:

Total Passengers:

Name of Boat:

Date of Travel:

Type of Trip: (Leisure/ Diving / Combine)

Destination: Labuan Bajo

Down Payment Requirement

Booking can only be made with a down payment.

Payment Process

Payment is made in the following steps:

A 50% deposit is required to secure the trip.

The deposit is non-refundable in the event of participant cancellation at any time.

The remaining payment must be made no later than 30 days before the trip.

The full payment must be made if the trip is less than 30 days away.

Payment Details

Your reservation will be followed up by our Customer Relations team

Payment Confirmation

Confirm the payment through WhatsApp at

+62 811-3823-875 Boat Komodo Trip

by sending the receipt of the payment.

Documentation Consent

BoatKomodoTrip provides documentation during the trip. Each participant agrees to be recorded and photographed, and Boat Komodo Trip reserves the right to use the footage for promotional purposes.

Agreement to Terms

By registering, participants agree to the terms and conditions of the trip.

Flight Hotel

Labuan Bajo Flight Information

Jakarta (CGK) - Labuan Bajo (LBJ)

Direct Flights:

Garuda Indonesia

Air Asia

Citilink

Batik Air

1 Transit:

Garuda Indonesia

Air Asia

Batik Air

Super Air Jet

2 Transits:

Nam Air

Pelita Air

Air Asia

Surabaya (SUB) - Labuan Bajo (LBJ)

Direct Flights:

Batik Air

Super Air Jet

1 Transit:

Batik Air

Lion Air

Super Air Jet

2 Transits:

Lion Air

Wings Air

Bali (DPS) - Labuan Bajo (LBJ)

Direct Flights:

Garuda Indonesia

Air Asia

Batik Air

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Terms Conditions

Payment & Billing Policy

1. Pricing Terms

Rates apply to the year in which they are issued and are subject to change annually.

Price adjustments may occur due to factors such as fuel costs, additional routes or activities, government regulations, or other conditions beyond the control of Boat Komodo Trip.

2. Booking and Payment Schedule

A 50% down payment is required to secure a booking.

Full payment must be made no later than 30 days prior to the departure date.

For bookings made one year in advance, a 30% deposit is required to confirm the charter. An additional 20% of the deposit must be paid 120 days before the trip, with the remaining balance (full payment) due 30 days before departure.

Kindly note that the terms and conditions of the respective vessel will apply to certain vessels.

3. Child Policy

Children aged 3 years and above will be charged the full rate.

4. Bank Charges

All bank charges related to payments must be borne by the sender.

The total payment amount received by us must exactly match the amount specified on the invoice. Any discrepancies due to bank charges or transfer fees will be the responsibility of the client.

Neither Boat Komodo Trip nor the tour operator will be held accountable for additional bank charges incurred during transfers, deposits, or balance payments.

Cancellation Policy

1. General Cancellation Terms

For cancellations made 30 days, less or more before the departure date, 100% of the total payment will be forfeited and is non-refundable.

2. Cancellation Fee Conditions

After Registration: The deposit is forfeited and non-refundable.

If a participant cancels, payments cannot be refunded, rescheduled, or transferred to another trip. However, participants may nominate a replacement person to take their place.

3. Force Majeure

In cases of force majeure—such as natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, civil unrest, disease outbreaks, government regulations, Flight cancellation, or other uncontrollable events—the trip may be changed or canceled without a refund.

Boat Komodo Trip is not responsible for any losses or inconveniences caused by such events.

Force majeure refers to unforeseen circumstances beyond human control that prevent the trip from proceeding as planned.

4. Late Arrival

Participants of private trips are advised that any delays impacting the itinerary or schedule will result in adjustments to the itinerary based on the available time. The vessel cannot be held responsible for or accommodate extensions to the allocated trip duration.

Responsibility

1. Liability

BoatKomodoTrip is not responsible for and cannot be held liable for changes or cancellations caused by:

Tight travel schedules.

Damage, loss, or delays of baggage by airlines, hotels, or other transportation providers.

BoatKomodoTrip is also not liable for:

Damage or loss of participants' personal belongings during the trip.

Changes or reductions in the itinerary due to force majeure (uncontrollable events such as natural disasters, adverse weather, or government restrictions).

2. Participant Responsibility

Participants are responsible for any loss or damage to trip facilities, such as life jackets, snorkels, and masks. Damaged or lost items will be charged at their full replacement value.

All participants are required to follow the tour leader's instructions throughout the trip. Unilateral decisions or actions that deviate from the agreed itinerary or instructions are not permitted without prior approval from boat management.

3. Prohibited Behavior

The use of illegal drugs or any actions causing disturbances or inconvenience to other participants during the trip will result in the immediate removal of the individual from the group.

In such cases, no refunds will be provided for any payments made.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many guests does Giona Cruise Liveaboard sleep?

Up to 12 guests in 4 cabins: Poseidon Master, Doris Private, Triton Private and Thetis Sharing, all air-conditioned with private bathrooms.

How fast does Giona cruise?

7 to 8 knots, which is at the upper end for wooden Phinisi in this class and means shorter transits between dive and snorkel stops.

What tender does Giona use for shore landings?

A 40 HP Yamaha dinghy, which is heavier than the class norm and makes landings at Kelor, Padar and Manjarite faster and drier.

Is Giona available for both open trips and private charters?

Yes. She runs as a 3D2N Open/Share Trip Komodo boat and is also offered as a full private charter for groups who want the whole vessel.

What is included in a Giona charter?

All meals, drinking water, tea and coffee, a guide, snorkeling gear, life vests and transfers from hotels or the airport within the Labuan Bajo mainland. National park tickets and drone permits are separate.