The best Komodo cruise ship depends on group size and format. On Komodo Luxury’s vessel pages (checked September 2026), Riley has the lowest private package at IDR 52 million for 2D1N (1–8 guests), Malca Voyages leads the USD-priced boats at USD 5,300, Elbark and Malca carry the most guests (21), and Le Costa is IDR 110 million for 1–14.
Every figure below comes from the Komodo Luxury listing for that boat. Where a page does not publish a number, the cell says so. Rates move with season, fuel costs and park regulation, so treat them as 2026 references, not a quote.
How do the Komodo cruise ships compare side by side?
| Vessel | Type | Length | Cabins | Guests | Formats offered | Private price reference (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elbark Cruise | Phinisi (partner yacht) | 37 m | 9 en-suite | Up to 21 | Shared 3D2N, private 2D1N–6D5N | From USD 8,400 (2D1N, 1–10 guests) |
| Ayvara | Phinisi (owned by Komodo Luxury) | 25 m | 7 sea-view | Up to 15 | Shared 3D2N, private 2D1N–7D6N | From USD 5,500 (2D1N, 1–8 guests) |
| Raffles | Phinisi (partner yacht) | 31 m | 6 sea-view | Up to 14 | Shared 3D2N (Fridays), private 2D1N–4D3N | From USD 7,150 (2D1N, lowest guest band) |
| Vinca Voyages | Phinisi (partner yacht) | 31 m | 6 themed | 14–18 | Shared 3D2N, private 2D1N–4D3N | From USD 6,500 (2D1N, 1–5 guests) |
| Le Costa | Classic wooden yacht (partner) | 27.8 m | 6 en-suite | Up to 14 private | Shared 3D2N, private 2D1N–7D6N | IDR 110,000,000 (2D1N, 1–14 guests) |
| Malca Voyages | Phinisi (owned by Komodo Luxury) | 30 m | 7 sea-view | Up to 21 | Shared 3D2N, private 2D1N–7D6N | USD 5,300 (2D1N, 1–12 guests) |
| Riley | Phinisi | 29 m | On request via desk | Priced for 1–12, plus extras | Private 2D1N–4D3N | IDR 52,000,000 (2D1N, 1–8 guests) |
| Lady Grace | Phinisi (partner yacht) | 34.4 m | 10 en-suite | Priced for 1–20 | Shared 3D2N, private 2D1N–4D3N | IDR 94,000,000 (2D1N, 1–10 guests) |
Two boats, Ayvara and Malca Voyages, are listed as owned and operated by Komodo Luxury with in-house crew. The rest are partner yachts booked through the same reservations desk.
What does a private charter cost per vessel for 2D1N and 3D2N?
Private prices are for the whole boat, not per person. Dividing a charter rate by headcount helps with budgeting, but the invoice stays a single package figure. USD-priced boats are listed first, followed by the boats Komodo Luxury prices in rupiah.
| Vessel | 2D1N package | 3D2N package | Extra guest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malca Voyages | USD 5,300 (1–12) | USD 6,000 (1–12) | 13–18 band, then per guest |
| Ayvara | USD 5,500 (1–8) / USD 6,200 (9–15) | USD 6,200 (1–8) / USD 7,000 (9–15) | Within 15-guest cap |
| Vinca Voyages | USD 6,500 (1–5) | USD 7,150 (1–5) | USD 350–400 |
| Raffles | USD 7,150 (lowest band) | USD 8,100 (lowest band) | USD 350–450 |
| Elbark Cruise | USD 8,400 (1–10) | USD 9,650 (1–10) | USD 300 per guest |
| Riley | IDR 52,000,000 (1–8) / IDR 56,000,000 (9–12) | IDR 68,000,000 (1–8) / IDR 72,500,000 (9–12) | IDR 4,000,000–5,500,000 |
| Lady Grace | IDR 94,000,000 (1–10) / IDR 100,000,000 (11–20) | IDR 123,000,000 (1–10) / IDR 129,000,000 (11–20) | IDR 4,000,000–5,500,000 |
| Le Costa | IDR 110,000,000 (1–14) | IDR 170,000,000 (1–14) | IDR 2,000,000–3,000,000 |
The Komodo National Park fee is not in these packages. Komodo Luxury guides guests to budget USD 40–50 per person, paid once per trip.
What if I only want a shared cabin?
The shared 3D2N open trip is the only format sold by the cabin. It follows the fixed Padar, Pink Beach, Komodo Island and Manta Point route. Komodo Luxury’s canonical entry price is USD 300 per person, and weekday departures start from USD 220 per person.
Published 3D2N cabin ranges per person, September 2026:
- Malca Voyages: USD 300 (Triple) to USD 580 (Master Ocean View)
- Elbark Cruise: USD 400 (Banda Neira, Savu) to USD 700 (Misool master suite)
- Vinca Voyages: USD 430 (Balinese Room) to USD 520 (Western, Japanese)
- Ayvara: USD 450 (Superior) to USD 570 (Master)
- Raffles: USD 540 to USD 730 (Malacca I)
- Lady Grace: from IDR 5,250,000 (Superior)
- Le Costa: shared cabins listed; confirm the current rate with the desk
Which ship suits which traveller?
Couples. Look at cabins, not hulls. Elbark’s Misool suite and Raffles’ Malacca I both have a private balcony and jacuzzi. Le Costa’s Santorini cabin has a super king bed and its own jacuzzi. Ayvara’s two Deluxe cabins have private balconies, and the boat carries Starlink internet.
Families. Malca’s Quad Room sleeps four, as does Le Costa’s Portofino cabin with two queen beds. Vinca’s Balinese Rooms take three, and four of Raffles’ six cabins accept an extra bed.
Divers. None of these listings is sold as a dedicated dive liveaboard. Standard routes are built around snorkelling at Manta Point, Pink Beach and Taka Makassar. Komodo Luxury asks guests to raise diving in advance so it can confirm whether a dive programme, equipment and guides are available for those dates.
Large groups. Elbark and Malca Voyages both take 21 guests. Lady Grace publishes a band for 11–20 guests, and Vinca is listed for 14–18. For 13 to 21 people on one hull, these four are the realistic shortlist.
Budget-first travellers. A shared cabin on Malca from USD 300, or a weekday open trip from USD 220, costs far less than any private package.
How does booking a Komodo cruise ship work?
- Send dates and headcount to the desk on WhatsApp or by email.
- Pick the format: a shared cabin on the 3D2N open trip or a whole-boat private charter.
- Get a side-by-side quote for two or three vessels that are free on your dates.
- Confirm and pay the deposit. Komodo Luxury’s Elbark listing states that the invoiced rate is locked once the deposit is received; confirm the terms for other vessels.
- Arrive in Labuan Bajo (LBJ) the day before. Hotel or airport pickup for Malca and Ayvara runs between 08:00 and 09:00.
As of 2026, park entry is reported to run under a cap of about 1,000 visitors a day, with pre-registration through the operator manifest. Expect to send passport details to the desk before departure, and confirm the current rules when you book.
> Want a side-by-side quote? Send your dates, guest count and preferred format to the Komodo Luxury reservations team on WhatsApp +62 811-3823-875 or at sales@komodoluxury.com. The team replies with current availability and package totals for the vessels that fit your group.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Komodo cruise ship is best for a group of 15 to 21 people?
Elbark Cruise and Malca Voyages are the two vessels in Komodo Luxury’s listings that take 21 guests. Elbark’s 2026 private package covers 1–10 guests from USD 8,400 for 2D1N, then adds USD 300 per extra guest. Malca prices by guest band. Lady Grace also publishes an 11–20 guest band.
Which is the cheapest private boat in the Komodo Luxury fleet?
On 2026 published rates, Riley’s IDR 52,000,000 package for a 2D1N charter with 1–8 guests is the lowest headline figure. Among USD-priced boats, Malca Voyages leads at USD 5,300 for 1–12 guests, then Ayvara at USD 5,500 for 1–8. Park fees are extra, and rates change with season and regulation.
Is Le Costa a phinisi or a yacht?
Komodo Luxury describes Le Costa as a 27.8-metre classic wooden yacht, a Buginese schooner originally built as a copra cargo boat and later refitted. She has six en-suite cabins, carries up to 14 guests on private trips and has 14 crew. The 2026 private rate is IDR 110 million for 2D1N.
Are Komodo cruise ship prices per person or per boat?
Both, depending on format. Shared 3D2N open-trip cabins are priced per person, from USD 300 on Komodo Luxury’s canonical rate. Private charters are one package price for the whole vessel, set by duration and guest band. Never divide a private rate and quote it as a per-person fare.