Akassa

A name drawn from the ancient concept of eternal space, Akassa moves with quiet grace through the islands of Komodo National Park. This VIP phinisi blends traditional craftsmanship with thoughtful comforts, offering a grounded yet adventurous way to explore one of Indonesia’s most dramatic marine landscapes.

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Vessel Character and Design

Akassa is a wooden phinisi built for explorers who appreciate authenticity without compromise. Her name, inspired by 'Akasha'—a Sanskrit term for the infinite, all-pervading ether—reflects the sense of openness and timelessness you’ll feel as she glides across the Flores Sea. Designed with clean lines and functional elegance, Akassa honors the legacy of Indonesian shipbuilding while delivering modern ease for today’s travelers.

The vessel’s layout prioritizes flow and comfort. Common areas are thoughtfully arranged to encourage connection or quiet reflection. The sundeck offers unobstructed 360-degree views, perfect for sunrise yoga, afternoon reading, or watching the stars emerge. Below deck, the dining and lounge space is well-ventilated and naturally lit, furnished with durable, locally sourced materials that age gracefully at sea.

As a VIP-class charter, Akassa strikes a balance between polished service and a relaxed onboard rhythm. She’s not about opulence for its own sake, but about creating the right conditions for deep immersion in the environment—whether you’re watching bats spiral from Kalong Island at dusk or floating above coral gardens at Manta Point.

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Cabin Layout and Guest Capacity

Akassa accommodates up to 14 guests across 5 well-appointed cabins, each designed for comfort during multi-day journeys through the archipelago. The cabin configuration includes:

- 1 Larantuka VIP Room: A spacious private suite with premium bedding and enhanced privacy - 2 Rangko & Inerie Deluxe Cabins: Generously sized rooms with quality finishes and ample storage - 2 Kelimutu & Manggarai Superior Cabins: Functional, comfortable spaces ideal for solo travelers or couples

All cabins are equipped with ventilation systems to ensure fresh air circulation, and bedding is designed for restful nights after full days of trekking and snorkeling. While the boat does not feature en-suite bathrooms, shared facilities are maintained to a high standard, cleaned regularly by the onboard crew. The layout supports both private charters and open-share trips, making Akassa a flexible choice for families, small groups, or solo adventurers joining a scheduled itinerary.

Onboard Experience and Daily Rhythm

Life aboard Akassa unfolds with a natural rhythm shaped by tides, light, and landscape. Mornings often begin before dawn with coffee served on deck as the sky shifts from indigo to gold. After breakfast, the boat repositions to the day’s first destination—perhaps a quiet cove for snorkeling or a trailhead for a coastal hike.

Meals are served family-style in the dining area or al fresco on the deck, featuring fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and Indonesian-inspired dishes prepared with local ingredients. Drinking water, coffee, and tea are provided throughout the trip, ensuring you stay hydrated under the equatorial sun. While alcoholic beverages are not included, guests are welcome to bring their own, and the crew can assist with storage and service.

The pace is active but never rushed. You’ll have time to swim in turquoise bays, walk above panoramic viewpoints, and float alongside manta rays without feeling herded from site to site. In the evenings, the boat anchors in calm bays, allowing for quiet conversation, stargazing, or simply listening to the water lap against the hull. The crew—experienced, attentive, and deeply familiar with the region—supports every aspect of the journey, from safety briefings to helping you spot Komodo dragons in the wild.

Ideal Guests for Akassa

Akassa suits travelers seeking a balanced blend of comfort, authenticity, and adventure. She’s a strong choice for first-time visitors to Komodo who want reliable service and a well-paced itinerary without the formality of a luxury superyacht. Families with older children, small groups of friends, or couples on an active getaway will appreciate the communal yet personal atmosphere.

Because the boat operates in a dynamic marine environment, guests should be moderately fit—able to board and disembark via small dinghies, walk uneven trails, and swim with snorkel gear. While not designed for full-scale diving expeditions, Akassa welcomes divers as part of a combined (leisure/diving) trip, with space to store gear and coordinate dive stops at sites like Manta Point or Sebayur.

She’s also a practical option for travelers planning a private charter who value experienced crew, dependable navigation, and a vessel that feels both sturdy and serene in open waters.

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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 mill /night	IDR 60 /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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Ayana Komodo

Plataran Komodo Resort

Local Collection

Sudamala Resort Labuan Bajo

La Prima Hotel

Ta'Akana Resort

Bintang Flores

Sylvia Resort

Seaesta Hotel

The Jayakarta

Mohini Komodo Resort

La Cecile

Bajo Escape

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

What is the maximum guest capacity on Akassa?

Akassa can accommodate up to 14 guests across its 5 cabins, with additional space for extra beds where needed.

Does Akassa provide snorkeling equipment?

Yes, snorkeling gear including masks, fins, and life vests is provided for all guests at no extra cost.

Are meals included during the trip?

Yes, all meals, mineral water, coffee, and tea are included throughout the journey.

Is the pick-up service available from all hotels in Labuan Bajo?

Pick-up and drop-off services are provided within the Labuan Bajo mainland area near the harbor. Accommodations on other islands or in remote areas like Manjaga are not covered.