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    Samara 2 phinisi exterior in Komodo waters

    Samara 2

    Ten guests share two bathrooms, on a boat that still charters at USD 4,500 a night

    Cruising Areas

    Komodo

    Samara 2 is a small private-charter base for Komodo, carrying up to ten guests across four lower-deck cabins. Bali and Flores each sleep up to three in a double bed plus bunk, while Sulawesi and Rote are doubles. The current 2026 charter is published by the night and the operator has itineraries from 2D1N upward, so the vessel works for both a short park introduction and a longer private loop. Typical programs combine trekking, snorkeling, manta and island stops from Labuan Bajo. Two shared bathrooms make it best for families or close groups rather than unrelated couples expecting hotel-style ensuite privacy.

    Who This Suits

    Suits: families and close groups of up to ten who can use the two three-person family cabins efficiently. Bali and Flores each combine a double bed with a single bunk, while Sulawesi and Rote are double cabins. Six crew for ten guests still gives a strong service ratio for a small private vessel.

    Also works for: short private Komodo trips. The operator publishes itineraries from 2D1N upward, and bookings of at least three nights add the beach-dinner setup without making three nights a minimum stay.

    Less suited to: four unrelated couples who all expect ensuite bathrooms, and dedicated dive groups. The four cabins share two bathrooms and Samara positions this vessel around snorkeling, beaches and family-friendly Komodo cruising rather than scuba operations.

    Vessel at a Glance

    • Phinisi
    • 23 m length x 4.5 m beam
    • 10 guests
    • 5.9 knots
    • Private Charter
    • 2D1N, 3D2N, 4D3N, 5D4N+
    • Leisure Only
    • Stand-up Paddleboard, Kayak, Snorkeling Gear

    About This Vessel

    Samara 2 is a 23-metre private-charter phinisi for up to ten guests at the current published rate of USD 4,500 per night. With four cabins and a crew of six, it sits at the small-group end of the Komodo charter market. The vessel is powered by a Mitsubishi D16 six-cylinder main engine, cruises at approximately 6 to 9 knots and carries a 6.2-metre dinghy with a 40 HP Yamaha outboard.

    The four lower-deck cabins are Bali, Flores, Sulawesi and Rote. Bali and Flores are family cabins of about 7.95 m², each sleeping up to three guests in a double bed plus one single bunk. Sulawesi and Rote are about 6.14 m² and sleep two guests each in double beds. All four rooms are air-conditioned, while the vessel uses two shared bathrooms with hot and cold showers rather than one ensuite bathroom per cabin.

    Technical data includes 5,000 litres of water storage and a watermaker rated at 280 litres per hour. Navigation uses Garmin GPS, compass and VHF radio; safety equipment includes a 15-person liferaft, life jackets, lifebuoys and fire extinguishers. Samara 2 also uses solar power with battery storage to reduce generator use and overnight noise. Paddleboards, snorkeling gear, Bluetooth audio, lounge areas, sundeck, bar and dining space cover the leisure side of the boat.

    Samara 2 is priced per night and operates private Komodo itineraries from 2D1N upward. A beach-dinner setup is offered for bookings of at least three nights, but that benefit is not a three-night minimum stay. The boat is best suited to families or close groups that can use the two three-person family cabins efficiently and prefer an intimate whole-boat experience over a shared open-trip atmosphere.

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      Amenities & Facilities

      Dive & Snorkeling Sites

      Activities

      Marine Life

      Crew & Diving

      • 6

      Safety & Navigation

      • Safety equipment
        First Aid Kit
      • Life rafts
        1
      • Life raft capacity
        15 persons
      • Navigation
        GPS, VHF Radio
      • Engine
        Mitsubishi D16 six-cylinder main engine. Power from a Yanmar 15 kW generator.
      • Cruising speed
        5.9 knots
      • Watermaker capacity
        280 L/hour

      The Cabins

      Bali

      Bali and Flores family cabin layout aboard Samara 2 with double bed and single bunk Interior of the Bali and Flores family cabins aboard Samara 2
      • Private Bedroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Towels and Toiletries
      • Double Bed
      • Bunk Beds

      Bali is a lower-deck family cabin of about 7.95 m², sleeping up to three guests with one double bed plus one single bunk. It is air-conditioned and uses one of the vessel’s two shared bathrooms rather than an ensuite.

      Flores

      Bali and Flores family cabin layout aboard Samara 2 with double bed and single bunk Interior of the Bali and Flores family cabins aboard Samara 2
      • Private Bedroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Towels and Toiletries
      • Double Bed
      • Bunk Beds

      Flores is a lower-deck family cabin of about 7.95 m², sleeping up to three guests with one double bed plus one single bunk. It is air-conditioned and uses one of the vessel’s two shared bathrooms rather than an ensuite.

      Sulawesi

      Sulawesi and Rote lower-deck double cabin aboard Samara 2 Interior of the Sulawesi and Rote double cabins aboard Samara 2
      • Private Bedroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Towels and Toiletries
      • Double Bed

      Sulawesi is a lower-deck double cabin of about 6.14 m², sleeping two guests in a double bed. It is air-conditioned and uses one of the vessel’s two shared bathrooms rather than an ensuite.

      Rote

      Sulawesi and Rote lower-deck double cabin aboard Samara 2 Interior of the Sulawesi and Rote double cabins aboard Samara 2
      • Private Bedroom
      • Air Conditioning
      • Towels and Toiletries
      • Double Bed

      Rote is a lower-deck double cabin of about 6.14 m², sleeping two guests in a double bed. It is air-conditioned and uses one of the vessel’s two shared bathrooms rather than an ensuite.

      Pricing Overview

      • From
        $4,500
      • Whole-boat charter
        $4,500 total
      • Booking options
        Private 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, Local Guide / Ranger
      • Rate notes

        Samara 2 is chartered as a whole vessel with crew at a published USD 4,500 nightly rate for up to ten guests. Because it is charter-only, KomodoInsider derives the per-person comparison figure from the full ten-guest vessel capacity; a smaller group still pays the whole-boat rate. The operator publishes itineraries from 2D1N upward. A complimentary beach-dinner setup applies when the booking reaches at least three nights; it is not a minimum-stay rule.

        The fare covers harbour transfers to and from your hotel or the airport, onboard accommodation, daily meals with an afternoon coffee break and snacks, drinking water, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, life jackets, linen and towels, a tour guide and Wi-Fi. Komodo National Park entrance and ranger fees, flights, travel insurance, alcohol, personal expenses and crew gratuities remain outside the charter price.

      Not Included & Extra Costs

      • Not included
        Komodo National Park Entrance Fee, Ranger & Trekking Fee, Flights, Travel / Dive Insurance, Alcoholic Beverages, Personal Expenses, Crew Gratuity
      • Komodo National Park fee
        Not included
      • Solo traveller supplement
        Not applicable. Samara 2 is sold as a whole-vessel private charter rather than by the cabin.

      Book This Vessel

      Availability and quotes for Samara 2 are handled by the operator directly. KomodoInsider does not take bookings or add a commission.

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      Cabins & Berths

      • Total cabins
        4
      • Bunk
        2
      • Bed configuration
        Double, Bunk Bed
      • En-suite bathroom
        None
      • 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
      • Check-in time
        Pick-up from the hotel or Labuan Bajo airport between 08:00 and 10:00 on day one. The boat is back alongside in Labuan Bajo around 11:00 on the final morning, with drop-off from 13:00.
      • 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
        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

      How are Samara 2’s four cabins arranged?

      Bali and Flores are lower-deck family cabins for up to three guests each, with one double bed plus one single bunk. Sulawesi and Rote are lower-deck double cabins for two guests each. That creates a published vessel maximum of ten. All four rooms are air-conditioned, but they share two bathrooms with hot and cold showers rather than having one ensuite per cabin.

      What trip lengths are published for Samara 2?

      The current itinerary material includes 2D1N as well as longer Komodo programs. The boat is priced by the night for the whole vessel, so trip cost scales with duration rather than a group-size band. The free beach-dinner setup begins at bookings of three nights or more, but shorter trips still exist and should not be described as unavailable.

      What is the beach dinner?

      Any booking of three nights or more includes one beach dinner set-up, where the crew take the meal ashore and lay it out on the sand. It is a specific published extra rather than a vague promise, and it is the reason a 4D3N booking gives more than just an extra night over 3D2N.

      How many guests and crew are on Samara 2?

      The current operator specification lists up to ten guests across four cabins, supported by six crew. Bali and Flores can each take three guests using a double bed plus single bunk, while Sulawesi and Rote sleep two each.

      What are the cabins called?

      The four cabins are Bali, Flores, Sulawesi and Rote. All are on the lower deck. Bali and Flores are about 7.95 m² and sleep up to three guests with a double bed plus single bunk; Sulawesi and Rote are about 6.14 m² and use double beds for two guests.

      What is not covered by the published specification?

      The current operator specification now publishes cabin deck positions and floor areas, and an official vessel floor plan is available. The build year is still not stated on the current vessel specification, so KomodoInsider leaves that field unclaimed.

      What is included in the fare?

      Return harbour transfers to your hotel or the airport, daily meals with an afternoon coffee break and snack, drinking water with refillable tumblers provided, snorkelling gear, paddleboards, life jackets, linen and towels, a tour guide and Wi-Fi. Komodo National Park entrance and ranger fees are charged separately, as are flights, insurance, alcohol, personal expenses and crew gratuity.

      Is she big enough for the crossing to Komodo?

      At 23 metres she is the shortest hull on this list, cruising at just under six knots, and carries a watermaker producing 280 litres an hour plus 5,000 litres of storage, so water is not a constraint. She works the standard park loop from Labuan Bajo rather than long crossings. In January and February the seas can be rough enough to cut a stop, and a smaller hull feels that more than a 37 metre one does.

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