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    Kanthaka, a 33.7-metre phinisi finished in 2025, sailing in Komodo National Park

    Kanthaka

    Five ensuite cabins, with private balconies in selected rooms

    Cruising Areas

    Komodo

    Komodo National Park out of Labuan Bajo, on charters of one to five nights. Pick-up runs eight to ten in the morning. The 3D2N route takes Kelor for the trek and Manjarite to snorkel on day one, closing at Kalong for the flying foxes; Padar at first light on day two, then Pink Beach, the Komodo Island dragon trek, Taka Makassar and Manta Point; a final snorkel at Kanawa or Sebayur before returning to port by eleven. The longer 5D4N and 6D5N charters spread the same waters across extra days and add Siaba, Rangko Cave and Seraya.

    Who This Suits

    Suits: couples and private groups choosing among five ensuite cabins, with balcony access in selected rooms.

    Also works for: travellers joining a scheduled shared 3D2N departure.

    Consider before booking: the private base rate covers up to ten guests and supplements are charged per person per night. The operator currently advertises 10–14 guests; confirm the final room plan and maximum occupancy.

    Vessel at a Glance

    • Phinisi
    • 2025
    • Ironwood
    • 33.7 m length overall, 6.3 m beam
    • 14 guests
    • Shared + Charter
    • 2D1N, 3D2N, 4D3N, 5D4N+
    • Leisure Only
    • Stand-up Paddleboard, Snorkeling Gear
    • Local 4G

    About This Vessel

    Kanthaka is a 33.7-metre phinisi finished in 2025, and she is one of very few boats in this directory running two main engines rather than one: a Mitsubishi 6D22 and a 6D15, backed by two Mitsubishi 4D11 generators. For a wooden hull working a park with strong tidal currents, that redundancy matters more than the brochure lets on.

    Five cabins, ten guests as standard and up to fourteen as currently advertised by the operator. Three of the five sit on the upper deck and two on the lower, all with full air conditioning and ensuite bathrooms. The cabins carry Sanskrit and Indonesian names: Sagara, Nandini, Jivana, Aruna and Mihika.

    The deck layout is published in more detail than most. Upper deck holds three guest bedrooms. Lower deck holds two more plus the kitchen and engine room. Common space runs to an indoor dining and karaoke lounge, an outdoor dining lounge, an outdoor chill lounge and a sundeck, with a separate navigation room and a dedicated crew cabin and crew area kept apart from guest space.

    She carries an 8,000-litre water tank, one tender, a life raft, fire extinguishers, GPS and radio communication. Onboard amenities include beach and bath towels, a water dispenser, a TV unit and a Bluetooth sound system. Snorkelling gear and a paddleboard come with the fare; there is no dive centre or compressor, though the operator does list diving activities as arrangeable with rented personal gear.

    Amenities & Facilities

    Dive & Snorkeling Sites

    Activities

    Marine Life

    Safety & Navigation

    • Safety equipment
      First Aid Kit
    • Life rafts
      1
    • Navigation
      GPS, VHF Radio
    • Engine
      Two main engines: Mitsubishi 6D22 and Mitsubishi 6D15; two Mitsubishi 4D11 generators
    • Watermaker capacity
      8,000 L water tank capacity

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    The Cabins

    Sagara

    Sagara cabin on Kanthaka with a double bed and ensuite bathroom Interior of the Sagara cabin on Kanthaka with full air conditioning Ensuite bathroom in the Sagara cabin on Kanthaka
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Sea-view Window
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Double Bed

    The most extensively photographed cabin on board and the one the operator leads with, which points to it being the master. Double bed, ensuite bathroom, full air conditioning. Sagara means ocean in Sanskrit.

    Nandini

    Nandini and Jivana grade cabin on Kanthaka with a double bed and ensuite Interior of a Nandini or Jivana cabin on Kanthaka
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Sea-view Window
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Double Bed

    One of a pair presented together with Jivana, identical in fit-out. Double bed, ensuite bathroom, air conditioning.

    Jivana

    Nandini and Jivana grade cabin on Kanthaka with a double bed and ensuite Interior of a Nandini or Jivana cabin on Kanthaka
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Sea-view Window
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Double Bed

    The twin of Nandini, same bed, bathroom and grade.

    Aruna

    Aruna cabin on Kanthaka with a double bed, ensuite bathroom and air conditioning Interior of the Aruna cabin on Kanthaka
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Double Bed

    Guest cabin with a double bed, ensuite bathroom and air conditioning. Aruna means dawn.

    Mihika

    Mihika cabin on Kanthaka with a double bed and ensuite bathroom Interior of the Mihika cabin on Kanthaka
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Double Bed

    The fifth cabin, same specification as Aruna: double bed, ensuite, air conditioning. Mihika means mist or dew.

    Pricing Overview

    • From
      $420 /person
    • Whole-boat charter
      $4,860 total
    • Booking options
      Shared + Charter
    • Trip durations
      2D1N, 3D2N, 4D3N, 5D4N+
    • Price last verified
      31 August 2026

    Included in Your Rate

    • Included
      Airport Transfer, Hotel Pickup / Drop-off, Accommodation Onboard, 3 Meals Daily, Snacks, Coffee & Tea, Drinking Water, Snorkeling Equipment, Kayak / SUP Use, Local Guide / Ranger, Towels & Toiletries
    • Rate notes

      Shared 3D2N trips start at approximately $420 per person in the Mihika or Aruna Cabin. This is the fare for the full three-day, two-night trip, based on a minimum booking of 2 people in that cabin category. Extra-bed prices are separate.

      Private leisure charter starts at approximately $4,860 for the whole vessel on the minimum published 2D1N package, for 1–10 guests. Larger groups, longer trips and diving packages may have different rates.

      Included: return airport or hotel transfers, full-board accommodation in twin or double cabins, all shore excursions, three meals a day, mineral water, coffee and tea, afternoon snacks and juices, snorkelling equipment, snorkelling or diving activities, a tour guide, a paddleboard, beach and bath towels, and wi-fi.

      Not included: flights; hotels and meals in Labuan Bajo; personal dive gear, which is available for rent; travel or dive accident insurance; alcohol and personal expenses; Komodo National Park entrance fees; photo and video documentation, charged separately; and crew tips.

      Prices are indicative USD equivalents of the published package rates checked on 31 August 2026. Confirm availability, the full group total, fees, inclusions and cancellation terms with the operator before booking.

      Reference package rates and inclusions are from PhinisiTrip and may differ from a direct operator quote. Shared and private bookings can have different terms; confirm the full trip total and inclusions before payment.

    Not Included & Extra Costs

    • Not included
      Komodo National Park Entrance Fee, Crew Gratuity, Dive Equipment Rental, Travel / Dive Insurance, Flights, Alcoholic Beverages, Personal Expenses
    • Komodo National Park fee
      Not included

    Book This Vessel

    Availability and quotes for Kanthaka are handled by the operator directly. KomodoInsider does not take bookings or add a commission.

    Check dates on the operator site

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    Cabins & Berths

    • Total cabins
      5
    • Master
      1
    • Bed configuration
      Double
    • En-suite bathroom
      All cabins
    • Hot shower
      Yes

    Routes & Departure

    • Operating months
      January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
    • Departure port
      Labuan Bajo
    • Check-in time
      Pick-up from airport or hotel between 8 and 10 in the morning
    • Minimum guests to depart
      1

    Good to Know

    • Suitable for non-swimmers
      Yes
    • Tender boats
      1

    Komodo National Park Fees

    What you payAmountBasis
    Park entrance, foreign visitor Rp 250,000 ≈ $14 per person, per visit Identical on weekdays and public holidays. Already includes trekking, wildlife observation and snorkelling inside the park.
    Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, weekday Rp 50,000 ≈ $3 per person, per visit Raised from Rp 35,000 in October 2024.
    Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, weekend or public holiday Rp 75,000 ≈ $4 per person, per visit The holiday uplift applies to the Indonesian rate only.
    Park entrance, Indonesian student group Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 per person, per day Group bookings only.
    Scuba diving permit Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 per diver, per day Charged on top of the entrance fee. Snorkelling is not charged separately.
    Vessel entry varies Assessed on the engine capacity of the boat, so it is normally settled by the operator rather than by passengers.
    • Booking runs through SIORA, the park's own system, and is handled by a licensed operator before arrival. There is no ticket window at the gate.
    • A daily cap of 1,000 visitors applies across the park, split between Komodo, Rinca and Padar and the dive sites around them.
    • Entry runs in sessions rather than all day, which is why a boat's arrival time is set by the park and not by the crew.
    • A drone permit is separate, expensive, and has to be requested well in advance.

    Statutory rates set by Peraturan Pemerintah No. 36 Tahun 2024, in force since 30 October 2024. Checked 25 August 2026. Amounts are payable in rupiah; dollar figures are converted at Rp 17,900 and rounded. A rise in the foreign rate was under government review in April 2026 and had not taken effect.

    Cancellation & Booking Policy

    • Cancellation type
      Strict / Non-refundable
    • If you cancel
      Cancellation and refund terms are set by the operator. Confirm the written policy before payment; KomodoInsider does not take payments or handle refunds.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much do extra guests cost?

    The published private-charter supplement is about $250 per person per night above the base group of ten. Confirm the permitted occupancy and total supplement for your selected duration.

    Why do two main engines matter?

    The published specification lists two main engines, a Mitsubishi 6D22 and a 6D15, plus two Mitsubishi 4D11 generators. Redundancy can be useful, but it does not guarantee safe operation or prevent every loss of propulsion. Ask the operator about current maintenance and safety certification.

    What is the deck layout?

    Three guest bedrooms on the upper deck and two on the lower deck, with the kitchen and engine room also below. Common space is an indoor dining and karaoke lounge, an outdoor dining lounge, an outdoor chill lounge and a sundeck. There is a separate navigation room, and the crew cabin and crew area are kept apart from guest space.

    Which cabin is the best one?

    The published cabin names are Sagara, Nandini, Jivana, Aruna and Mihika. The shared entry fare applies to Mihika or Aruna. Ask the operator for the current deck plan and exact facilities; the number of photographs does not establish a room's grade.

    How many guests fit on board?

    The operator currently advertises 10–14 guests across five cabins. Some older listings state sixteen; confirm the current layout and extra-bed arrangements before booking.

    Is diving available?

    No dive centre or compressor is listed. The operator includes snorkelling or diving activities in the fare but excludes personal dive gear, which is available for rent, so any diving is arranged rather than run from an onboard operation.

    What is included in the price?

    Airport or hotel transfers both ways, full board with three meals a day, mineral water, coffee and tea, afternoon snacks and juices, all shore excursions, snorkelling equipment, a paddleboard, a tour guide, beach and bath towels, and wi-fi. Documentation is charged separately.

    What is not published for this boat?

    Crew numbers, exact cabin-to-deck mapping and current technical specifications should be confirmed directly. Published information includes two main engines, two generators, water storage and the broad deck layout.

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