Rafida Liveaboard: Deluxe Komodo Cruise

Rafida Liveaboard is a deluxe Komodo cruise built in 2017, measuring 28 metres long by 5 metres wide with a clean modern design. The vessel carries up to twelve guests across four cabins, all fitted with individually adjustable air conditioning. Guests use a Japanese-style dining room, a breezy lounge, and open deck areas for the standard 3D2N Komodo route out of Labuan Bajo. This page sets out the cabin plan, itinerary, inclusions, and booking details with Boat Komodo Trip.

Vessel Overview

Rafida was built in 2017 with a 28-metre hull and 5-metre beam, putting it in the mid-size deluxe category. The design leans modern, with clean lines rather than heavy traditional carving, but the boat still uses wooden construction typical of Komodo liveaboards. Status for the 2026 season is Available, and the cruise operates from Labuan Bajo into Komodo National Park. Capacity is set at twelve guests maximum, which is generous for a four-cabin vessel and suits small groups sharing.

Chill Space in Rafida Phinisi - BoatKomodoTrip

Cabins and Onboard Facilities

Rafida offers four cabins arranged as Cabin 1 and 2, and Cabin 3 and 4. Every cabin has an individually adjustable air conditioning unit, which matters when guests have different comfort preferences overnight. Common spaces include a Japanese-style dining room for meals, a breezy lounge for chilling between dives and island stops, and open deck zones for sunset viewing. The setup fits friend groups or two families sharing the vessel.

Corridor area in Rafida Phinisi - BoatKomodoTrip

3D2N Komodo Itinerary

Day one starts with 09:00 pickup in Labuan Bajo, sailing to Kelor Island for trekking, then Manjarite for snorkeling, closing at Kalong Island for sunset and the flying-fox exodus. Day two opens at 06:00 with Padar Island trekking, continues to Pink Beach, the dragon trek on Komodo Island, manta snorkeling at Manta Point, and the Taka Makassar sandbar. Day three covers sunrise on board, Sebayur Island snorkeling, and return to Labuan Bajo by mid-morning. Stops adapt to weather and Komodo National Park conditions.

Rafida Phinisi Exterior - BoatKomodoTrip

Pricing and Inclusions

Rafida charter starts from IDR 49,500,000 per night for the full boat. The rate covers on-board accommodation, all meals, mineral water, coffee and tea, guide, snorkeling gear, life vests, and premium documentation with drone, GoPro, and mirrorless cameras (raw footage only). Pickup and drop-off service applies within the Labuan Bajo mainland near the harbour. Guests pay separately for flights, Komodo National Park fees (subject to government rules), alcohol, personal snacks, crew tips, and the drone permit which runs around IDR 2,100,000 per unit per day with seven days' advance notice.

Rafida Phinisi Exterior - BoatKomodoTrip

Booking and Cancellation

A 50% deposit secures the booking. Balance is due 30 days before departure; bookings within 30 days require full payment up front. For reservations placed a year out, a 30% deposit confirms the charter with a 20% top-up at 120 days and the balance at 30 days. Cancellations 30 days or less from departure forfeit 100% of the total. Children aged three and above pay the full rate. Payment confirmation goes through WhatsApp at +62 811-3823-875 Boat Komodo Trip.

Rafida Phinisi Exterior - BoatKomodoTrip

Pricing

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

Category Price
Charter Price /Night IDR 49.500.000 /Night
Exclude IDR 2.100.000 /Day

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 Rafida hold?
Rafida holds up to 12 guests in 4 cabins, each with individually adjustable air conditioning.
When was Rafida built?
The Rafida Liveaboard was built in 2017 with a length of 28 metres and width of 5 metres.
What's the starting price?
Private charter starts from IDR 49,500,000 per night for the whole boat.
What dining facilities are on board?
Rafida has a Japanese-style dining room and a breezy lounge for guest use.
Is the charter rate refundable?
The 50% deposit is non-refundable. Cancellations within 30 days of departure forfeit 100% of the payment, though a replacement guest can be nominated.