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    Raffles Cruise phinisi with white sails set beside steep green hills

    Raffles Cruise

    Six ensuite cabins, selected private balconies and an outdoor lounge

    Cruising Areas

    Komodo cruises

    The only ground she works, on a fixed 3D2N loop leaving Friday and Monday.

    Route details

    Pickup is early, eight to nine thirty, so day one gets Kelor for the trek and Manjarite for snorkelling before the Kalong sunset.

    Day two is the full park run: Padar at first light, then Pink Beach, the dragons on Komodo Island, Taka Makassar and Manta Point.

    Day three closes with a snorkel at Siaba or Sebayur, back in port by noon.

    The operator publishes departure dates through to January 2028.

    Who This Suits

    Suits: couples who want a private balcony on a shared 3D2N trip, with Malacca cabins offering the premium outdoor-space options.

    Also works for: families using an eligible extra bed in Malacca or Java cabins.

    Consider before booking: confirm current vessel specifications and cabin occupancy with the operator, as older reseller descriptions disagree. No dedicated onboard dive centre or compressor is documented.

    Vessel at a Glance

    • Phinisi
    • 2023
    • Ironwood
    • 33 m length, 6.5 m beam, 160 GT
    • 18 guests
    • 8 to 15 knots
    • Shared trips & private charters
    • 2D1N, 3D2N, 4D3N
    • Leisure only
    • Stand-up Paddleboard, Kayak, Snorkeling Gear
    • Local 4G

    About This Vessel

    Raffles Cruise is a 33-metre, 160-tonne phinisi working Komodo National Park out of Labuan Bajo on a fixed twice-weekly schedule. Six cabins in four grades, twelve to eighteen guests, and a crew of eight.

    The cabin plan splits across two decks with a balcony room on each. Malacca 1 sits on the upper deck with a queen bed, a private balcony and a jacuzzi, and takes up to four guests. Malacca 2 is its counterpart on the main deck, again a queen with a private balcony but a bathtub in place of the jacuzzi, taking three. The two Borneo cabins share the upper deck as straight queen doubles, and the two Java cabins do the same on the main deck with room for a third guest. All six are ensuite ocean-view cabins with air conditioning.

    Deck space is the part that sets her apart from boats at the same money. The outdoor relax area carries bean bags and a mini golf set, there are separate indoor and outdoor dining areas, and the indoor lounge doubles as a bar with sofas, a TV and a karaoke rig.

    Mechanically she runs a Mitsubishi 8DC16 at eight to fifteen knots with a Mitsubishi PS 100 generator, carrying 9,000 litres of fresh water and 4,000 litres of fuel, with a fibreglass tender on a 40 hp Yamaha. Navigation covers compass, GPS, AIS and EPIRB, and safety equipment includes a 50-person life raft. There is no dive centre on board; snorkelling, paddleboarding and island treks are the water programme.

    Amenities & Facilities

    Dive & Snorkeling Sites

    Destinations on These Itineraries

    Activities

    Marine Life

    Crew & Diving

    • 8

    Safety & Navigation

    • Safety equipment
      EPIRB, Flares
    • Life rafts
      1
    • Navigation
      GPS, AIS, VHF Radio
    • Engine
      Mitsubishi 8DC16 main engine; Mitsubishi PS 100 160 hp generator; 4,000 L fuel
    • Cruising speed
      8 to 15 knots
    • Watermaker capacity
      9,000 L fresh water tanks

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    The Cabins

    Malacca 1

    1 cabin
    Malacca one cabin with double bed, bench and sea-view windows aboard Raffles Cruise Curved cushioned lounge with sea view on the Malacca one cabin balcony of Raffles Cruise
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Private Balcony
    • Panoramic Ocean View
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Queen Bed

    Malacca 1 is on the upper deck, with a queen bed, private balcony and jacuzzi. The published offer accommodates two to four guests using extra beds.

    Malacca 2

    1 cabin
    Malacca two cabin with double bed, upholstered bench and patterned rug aboard Raffles Cruise Malacca two cabin bathroom with basin, toilet and glass shower aboard Raffles Cruise
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Bathtub
    • Private Balcony
    • Panoramic Ocean View
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Queen Bed

    Malacca 2 is on the main deck, with a queen bed, private balcony and bathtub. The published offer accommodates two to three guests using an extra bed.

    Borneo 1

    1 cabin
    Borneo cabin with open wooden wardrobe, hanging robe and bed corner aboard Raffles Cruise
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Sea-view Window
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Queen Bed

    One of two upper-deck ocean-view cabins with a queen bed and ensuite bathroom. No balcony at this grade. Two guests only, no extra bed.

    Borneo 2

    1 cabin
    Borneo cabin with open wooden wardrobe, hanging robe and bed corner aboard Raffles Cruise
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Sea-view Window
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Queen Bed

    The second Borneo cabin on the upper deck, identical in bed, bathroom and price.

    Java 1

    1 cabin
    Java cabin with double bed, navy pillows and wooden walls aboard Raffles Cruise
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Sea-view Window
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Queen Bed

    Main-deck ocean-view Java cabin with a queen bed and private bathroom. The published offer accommodates two to three guests using an extra bed.

    Java 2

    1 cabin
    Java cabin with double bed, navy pillows and wooden walls aboard Raffles Cruise
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Air Conditioning
    • Hot and Cold Shower
    • Sea-view Window
    • Wardrobe
    • Towels and Toiletries
    • Queen Bed

    The second Java cabin on the main deck, matching Java 1 in fit-out, capacity and price. The entry grade on board.

    Rates & Packages

    From $520 per person / trip

    Rates for 2026–2027 departures

    CabinPublished trip
    Shared cabinFrom $520

    From $6,145 per whole boat · 3D2N

    Rates for 2026–2027 departures

    DurationPrice
    2D1NFrom $3,073
    3D2N$6,145
    4D3N$9,218
    5D4N$12,290
    6D5N$15,363
    7D6N$18,435

    Komodo National Park · up to 18 guests

    What’s included & extra costs
    • Published tripPublished lead price per person; itinerary length and cabin allocation vary by departure.
    • 2D1N, 3D2N, 4D3N, 5D4N, 6D5N, 7D6NThe published 3D2N rate is retained exactly. Other durations are proportional estimates from that base rate.

    Last verified 8 October 2026. Rates can change; confirm availability and the final invoice before payment.

    Request a current quote

    Send your travel date and group size. The final availability, inclusions, fees, and invoice must be confirmed before payment.

      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

      Not Included & Extra Costs

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

      Book This Vessel

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

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      Cabins & Berths

      • Total cabins
        6
      • Master
        1
      • Balcony
        2
      • Bed configuration
        Queen
      • En-suite bathroom
        All cabins
      • Hot shower
        Yes

      Routes & Departure

      Vessel operating months
      January–December
      Departure points
      Labuan Bajo, twice weekly on Friday and Monday

      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 day The statutory Class I entrance rate. The 150% holiday rule applies to Indonesian visitor and student rates, not this foreign visitor rate.
      Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, normal day Rp 50,000 ≈ $3 per person, per day The normal-day Class I entrance rate.
      Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, holiday or collective leave Rp 75,000 ≈ $4 per person, per day 150% of the normal Indonesian visitor rate on the dates covered by the statutory holiday rule.
      Indonesian student group, normal day Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 per person, per day For Indonesian student groups of at least five people.
      Indonesian student group, holiday or collective leave Rp 37,500 ≈ $2 per person, per day 150% of the normal student-group rate; the minimum group size remains five.
      Scuba diving activity Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 per diver, per day A separate activity charge in addition to the applicable entrance fee.
      Motorised vessel entry Rp 100,000–200,000 per boat, per day Rp 100,000 for 40–100 HP, Rp 150,000 for 101–500 HP, and Rp 200,000 above 500 HP.
      Drone use Rp 2,000,000 ≈ $112 per unit, per day A separate special-use charge. Complete the required SiOra/SIMAKSI process before travel.
      • SiOra is the park’s e-ticketing and SIMAKSI system. Reserve before travel; Ministry guidance recommends completing the reservation by H-1. An operator can assist, and self-service is available at the Komodo Visitor Center and KP3 terminal.
      • Payment is cashless through the methods available in SiOra, including BRIVA or bank transfer and supported e-wallets. Keep the e-ticket and ensure the traveller details are correct.
      • A 1,000-visitor daily quota has applied since 1 April 2026 to the main visitor islands and 23 dive sites. Availability therefore depends on the travel date and registered itinerary.
      • The final SiOra total can include entrance, activity, vessel and special-use charges. Ask the handling operator for an itemised total before issuance.
      • Official public guidance does not state one universal refund or rescheduling rule for every reservation. Confirm the current SiOra terms in writing before the ticket is issued, including treatment of weather disruption.

      Statutory fees under Peraturan Pemerintah No. 36 Tahun 2024, in force since 30 October 2024. Verified 31 August 2026 against the official PP 36/2024 schedule, the Ministry of Forestry SiOra notice and the Ministry’s 2026 quota notice. Amounts are payable in rupiah; dollar figures are courtesy estimates converted at Rp 17,900 and rounded.

      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.

      Location

      • Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Which cabins have a balcony?

      Two, and they sit on different decks. Malacca 1 is on the upper deck with a private balcony and a jacuzzi. Malacca 2 is on the main deck with a private balcony and a bathtub. The two Borneo and two Java cabins are ocean-view but have no outdoor space of their own.

      How much is a third or fourth guest?

      Compare the listed fares in Rates & Packages under Cabins & Pricing. Each offer states its trip length and whether the amount is per person, per cabin or for the whole vessel. Check the selected package conditions, taxes, extra fees and any minimum stay with the operator before payment.

      When does she sail?

      Twice a week from Labuan Bajo on the 3D2N loop, Friday to Sunday and Monday to Wednesday, with the calendar published through to the start of 2028. Pickup on day one is early, between eight and nine thirty.

      Is there diving on board?

      No. Raffles has no dive centre, compressor or dive guide. The water programme is snorkelling, a canoe and a paddleboard, all included in the fare. Manta Point appears on the itinerary as a snorkel stop.

      What is on deck?

      An outdoor relax area with bean bags and a mini golf set, separate indoor and outdoor dining areas, and an indoor lounge that doubles as a bar with sofas, a TV and karaoke. The mini golf is unusual on a boat this size.

      Why do the specifications differ between websites?

      Because the agents selling her publish different specification sheets. One has her at 33 metres, built 2023, with a Mitsubishi 8DC16 and eight crew; another at 31 metres, built 2025, with a Mitsubishi 8DC9. This page follows the more complete of the two, but ask the operator to confirm length, build year and capacity in writing before booking.

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