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    Lanakila Cruise

    Departures land every Monday and Thursday, so the trip slots into either end of a work week

    Cruising Areas

    Komodo

    Lanakila Cruise operates from Labuan Bajo with scheduled 3D2N shared departures and private charters from 2D1N upward. Shared guests choose between Master Balcony, Deluxe Ocean View and Superior cabin classes, while a private group can use all eight ensuite rooms for up to 16 guests. The Komodo route is leisure-oriented, combining viewpoint trekking, wildlife walks, snorkeling, sandbanks and beach stops with paddleboard and canoe time between excursions. Its 29-metre length and seven-person crew place it in the middle of the luxury range: larger than an intimate private yacht but still well below the capacity of mass-market open-trip boats.

    Who This Suits

    Best for travelers wanting an eight-cabin scheduled Komodo cruise with a clear three-tier cabin choice and a relatively low shared starting rate. Monday and Thursday departures are useful for travelers building flights or Labuan Bajo hotel nights around a fixed schedule.

    Vessel at a Glance

    • Phinisi
    • 29 m length × 5 m beam
    • 16 guests
    • 7–11 knots
    • Shared + Charter
    • 2D1N, 3D2N, 4D3N, 5D4N+
    • Leisure Only
    • Kayak, Stand-up Paddleboard, Snorkeling Gear

    About This Vessel

    Lanakila Cruise is a 29-metre Komodo phinisi with eight ensuite cabins, maximum capacity of 16 guests and a published crew of seven. The vessel is built from Borneo ulin ironwood and teak and runs a Nissan Diesel RF8 340 HP main engine, with cruising reported at roughly 7 to 11 knots. It is sold in both scheduled shared and private-charter formats.

    The cabin inventory is easier to compare by class than by individual room. Master Balcony cabins sit at the top of the range, Deluxe Ocean View occupies the middle tier, and Superior cabins provide the lower-cost entry point. All published classes include air conditioning and private bathrooms, so the meaningful differences are deck location, outlook and balcony access rather than whether a guest gets basic privacy.

    The technical sheet lists 6,000 litres of water, multiple generators, GPS/AIS navigation, VHF communications and a single large tender powered by a 40 HP Yamaha engine. Safety equipment includes a 25-person liferaft, life jackets, lifebuoys, fire extinguishers and first-aid equipment. Wi-Fi is included on the current private-charter package, but the source does not identify the underlying connection technology.

    Shared 3D2N departures are published for Thursday to Saturday and Monday to Wednesday, while private charter allows 2D1N through longer Komodo stays. Lanakila suits couples who want an ensuite cabin on a scheduled departure as well as groups that want a whole boat without moving into a 20-plus-guest vessel. Its positioning is leisure-first, with snorkeling, paddleboarding, canoe use and island excursions rather than a published dedicated dive setup.

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      Amenities & Facilities

      Dive & Snorkeling Sites

      Activities

      Marine Life

      Crew & Diving

      • 7

      Safety & Navigation

      • Safety equipment
        First Aid Kit
      • Life rafts
        1
      • Life raft capacity
        25 persons
      • Navigation
        GPS, AIS, VHF Radio
      • Engine
        Nissan Diesel RF8 340 HP
      • Cruising speed
        7–11 knots

      The Cabins

      Master Balcony 1

      Master Balcony cabin aboard Lanakila Cruise
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Private Balcony
      • Panoramic Ocean View
      • Double Bed

      Upper-deck Master Balcony cabin for two guests with double bed, private bathroom, air conditioning, sea view and private balcony.

      Master Balcony 2

      Master Balcony cabin aboard Lanakila Cruise
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Private Balcony
      • Panoramic Ocean View
      • Double Bed

      Upper-deck Master Balcony cabin for two guests with double bed, private bathroom, air conditioning, sea view and private balcony.

      Deluxe Ocean View 1

      Deluxe Ocean View cabin aboard Lanakila Cruise
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Panoramic Ocean View
      • Double Bed

      Main-deck Deluxe Ocean View cabin for two guests with double bed, private bathroom, air conditioning and sea view.

      Deluxe Ocean View 2

      Deluxe Ocean View cabin aboard Lanakila Cruise
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Panoramic Ocean View
      • Double Bed

      Main-deck Deluxe Ocean View cabin for two guests with double bed, private bathroom, air conditioning and sea view.

      Superior Cabin 1

      Superior lower-deck cabin aboard Lanakila Cruise
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Double Bed

      Lower-deck Superior Cabin for two guests with double bed, private bathroom and air conditioning.

      Superior Cabin 2

      Superior lower-deck cabin aboard Lanakila Cruise
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Double Bed

      Lower-deck Superior Cabin for two guests with double bed, private bathroom and air conditioning.

      Superior Cabin 3

      Superior lower-deck cabin aboard Lanakila Cruise
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Double Bed

      Lower-deck Superior Cabin for two guests with double bed, private bathroom and air conditioning.

      Superior Cabin 4

      Superior lower-deck cabin aboard Lanakila Cruise
      • Private Bedroom
      • Ensuite Bathroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Double Bed

      Lower-deck Superior Cabin for two guests with double bed, private bathroom and air conditioning.

      Pricing Overview

      • From
        $295 /person
      • Whole-boat charter
        $2,795 total
      • Booking options
        Shared + Charter
      • Trip durations
        2D1N, 3D2N, 4D3N, 5D4N+
      • Price last verified
        2026-08-22

      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, Photo & Video Documentation
      • Rate notes

        current published package includes return Labuan Bajo transfer, full-board accommodation, shore excursions, three meals daily, water/coffee/tea, snacks and juice, canoe/paddleboard use, snorkeling equipment, documentation and a tour guide. Flights, Labuan Bajo hotel, insurance, alcohol, personal expenses, gratuities and Komodo National Park entrance fees are excluded.

      Not Included & Extra Costs

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

      Book This Vessel

      Availability and quotes for Lanakila Cruise 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
        8
      • Master
        2
      • Balcony
        2
      • Bed configuration
        Double
      • En-suite bathroom
        All cabins
      • Hot shower
        Yes
      • Air conditioning
        Individual control per cabin

      Routes & Departure

      • Operating months
        January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
      • Departure port
        Labuan Bajo
      • Departure days
        Monday, Thursday
      • Check-in time
        Pickup 08:00–09:30

      Good to Know

      • 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
        Moderate
      • 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.

      Location

      Frequently Asked Questions

      When does Lanakila Cruise depart?

      The official operator site lists scheduled 3D2N departures every Monday and Thursday.

      How many cabins are on Lanakila?

      Eight: two Master Balcony, two Deluxe Ocean View and four Superior cabins.

      How many guests can Lanakila carry?

      The official site and current published package list a maximum of 16 guests.

      What is the cheapest 3D2N cabin price?

      current published package lists the Superior Cabin at IDR 5.25 million per person for 2026–2027.

      Do all cabins have private bathrooms?

      Yes. Both the operator and current published package describe the eight cabins as having private bathrooms.

      What engine does Lanakila use?

      A marinized Nissan Diesel eight-cylinder RF8 rated at 340 HP.

      What safety equipment is published?

      Published equipment includes life vests, life buoys, a 25-person life raft, fire extinguishers and first aid equipment, plus GPS, AIS and VHF communications.

      Are park fees included?

      No. current published package lists Komodo National Park entrance fees separately.

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