Behike Phinisi: A 31-Metre Komodo Charter Built for Twelve

Behike is a 31.15-metre phinisi designed for small groups who want the quiet rhythm of a sailing charter in Komodo without the crowd of larger liveaboards. Six cabins host up to 12 guests, and twin Mitsubishi 6D16 engines keep her moving at 7-10 knots between Kelor, Padar, and Manta Point. Behike runs on an 8,000-litre freshwater tank, with SBB and VHF radios plus a 7-metre dinghy for island hops.

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The Boat: Specs That Define the Experience

Every decision aboard Behike reflects the numbers behind her. The hull measures 31.15 metres, and the two Mitsubishi 6D16 engines push her through the Sape Strait at a comfortable 7-10 knots, steady enough to let you walk the main deck with a coffee in hand. The freshwater reserve tops out at 8,000 litres, a figure that matters when you're four days from Labuan Bajo and the kids want a third shower after Pink Beach. The onboard 7-metre dinghy with a Yamaha 40HP outboard handles the transfers to Padar's jetty and the trekking access on Rinca. Communications run through both SBB and VHF radios, a double-redundant setup that gives the captain reliable contact with the mainland office throughout the route. Six cabins mean couples and friends travel with enough privacy to stay friends by day four.

Who Behike Is Built For

Twelve guests is the sweet spot between intimate and affordable. Multigenerational families book Behike because the six-cabin layout lets grandparents, parents, and kids each claim their own corner, while the shared deck becomes the natural meeting point. Groups of university friends pooling into a four-day charter find the per-person cost lands well under what a VVIP yacht would demand. Honeymooners sometimes book Behike alone and treat the extra cabins as lounge space. If you're a diving-focused group, she is comfortable but not a dedicated dive boat; bring your own regulators and expect recreational snorkel-and-dive routing rather than technical dive logistics. For the standard 3D2N loop of Padar-Pink Beach-Komodo-Manta Point-Taka Makassar, Behike fits neatly.

Sample 3D2N Itinerary Aboard

Day one starts with a 09:00 hotel or airport pickup in Labuan Bajo, then a 10:00 departure toward Kelor Island for the short ridgeline trek and a photo session before lunch. The afternoon shifts to Manjarite Island for snorkelling, then Kalong Island by 16:30 to watch the flying foxes leave the mangroves at dusk. Day two is the headline: a pre-dawn climb up Padar for sunrise, breakfast back on the boat, Pink Beach, the Komodo Island dragon trek, then Manta Point snorkelling and Taka Makassar's sandbar by mid-afternoon. Day three winds down with a sunrise on deck, a Sebayur snorkel stop, and a return to Labuan Bajo harbour around lunchtime. The 2D1N and 4D3N variants trim or extend this same arc. Destinations can shift if the weather in the Flores Sea turns, which between December and February it sometimes does.

What's Included and What Isn't

The charter fare covers onboard accommodation for the full trip, all meals, mineral water, coffee and tea throughout, a tour guide, snorkelling gear, life vests, and premium documentation captured on drone, GoPro, and mirrorless camera as raw footage. Pickup and drop-off from mainland Labuan Bajo hotels or the airport to the harbour is included; transfers from islands or the Manjaga area are not. Guests cover crew gratuities, flights, alcohol and personal drinks, snacks, and the Komodo National Park entry fee, which the government adjusts without much notice. Drone filming inside the park requires a separate permit at roughly IDR 2,100,000 per unit per day, and the permit application needs a seven-day lead time. Booking secures with a 50% deposit, and the balance is due 30 days before departure; trips booked within 30 days require full payment at confirmation.

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.

2D1N

Day 1: Kelor Island → Manjarite Island → Kalong Island

Day 2: Padar Island → Pink Beach → Komodo Island

Note

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.

3D2N

Day 1: Kelor Island → Manjarite Island → Kalong Island

Day 2: Padar Island → Pink Beach → Komodo Island → Taka Makassar → Manta Point

Day 3: Siaba Island → Sebayur Island

Note

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.

4D3N

Day 1: Kelor Island → Manjarite Island → Kalong Island

Day 2: Padar Island → Pink Beach → Komodo Island → Taka Makassar → Manta Point

Day 3: Siaba Island → Sebayur Island

Day 4: Rangko Cave → Seraya Island → Sabolo Island / Bidadari Island

Note

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

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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.

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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

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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 and cabins does Behike hold?

Behike accommodates up to 12 guests across 6 cabins, making it suited to families, small group charters, or two couples travelling together.

What are Behike's engine and speed specifications?

The boat runs on twin Mitsubishi 6D16 engines and cruises at 7-10 knots, a pace that keeps the ride stable between Komodo National Park anchorages.

How long is Behike and how much freshwater does she carry?

Behike measures 31.15 metres in length and carries 8,000 litres of freshwater, enough to support full use by 12 guests across multi-night trips.

What does the Behike charter price include?

The fare covers accommodation, all meals, drinking water, coffee and tea, a guide, snorkelling gear, life vests, and raw photo-video documentation. It excludes the Komodo National Park fee, crew tips, alcohol, flights, and any optional drone permits.

What's the booking and cancellation policy?

A 50% deposit secures the booking, with the balance due 30 days before departure. The deposit is non-refundable once paid, but you may nominate a replacement guest if your plans change.