Papiton Duwa

Komodo Islands

8 Packages

12 Guests

5 Cabins

Papiton Duwa's weekend Open Trip moved to Thursday through Saturday for 2026, a deliberate shift to sidestep Komodo's busiest days on the water. Weekday sailings still run Monday through Wednesday. All five cabins sit on the main or upper deck with a sea view, Manta Room's private balcony the one upgrade worth chasing. Charter the whole 29.91 meter phinisi outright, from a single day up to a week.

Starting price

Cruising

IDR 7,850,000

/person

Overview

All five rooms live upstairs, and three places to watch the water

No cabin on this boat sits below deck. Manta Room, the upper-deck flagship, adds a private balcony to its queen bed and sea view, the one room aboard with outdoor space of its own. Coral Room shares the upper deck without the balcony, and Turtle, Dolphin and Flounder hold the main deck, each a queen with a sea view. Every room here runs full air conditioning, with a private bathroom and hot water of its own, and Manta and Coral both take an extra single bed for a third guest.

Three different places to sit with the water in view. The signature bowsprit, netted for safety, hangs a hammock spot right over the bow wake. The sundeck runs along the main level for the obvious use, and a rooftop deck sits above it again, stacking a third layer onto a boat this size.

A trip most weeks, a dozen stops

Papiton Duwa’s three-day, two-night Open Trip sails on a set weekly rhythm, Monday through Wednesday, plus a weekend run. For 2026, that weekend sailing has shifted from the usual Friday-to-Sunday slot to Thursday-to-Saturday, a change made specifically to sidestep the busiest days on the water. Either way you’re joining a small group capped at twelve, not queuing behind whichever weekend crowd got there first.

The Open Trip’s route runs Siaba Island, Manta Point and Taka Makassar on day one before a sunset climb up Padar, then Komodo Village, Pink Beach, Pimpe Island and the Kalong bat flight on day two, closing with Manjarite and Kelor Islands on the way back to Labuan Bajo. A personal guide and a personal photographer, Papiton Duwa’s own crew, sail with every Open Trip at no extra cost, and a stand-up paddleboard rides along for the swim stops.

One boat, a week if you want it

Charter Papiton Duwa outright and the calendar opens up, anywhere from a single day to a full week, priced by the boat rather than the cabin. The route bends to your group across the same waters, Gili Lawa, Kalong, Kelor, Komodo, Manjarite, Padar and Pink Beach among them, with the crew building the days around wherever you want to stop.

Itinerary & Pricing

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Destinations

Experience

Cruising

Komodo Islands

Three days across the park on the 2026 Thursday-to-Saturday weekend slot, timed to sidestep the busiest traffic. Padar's sunset climb, Pink Beach, and the Kalong bat flight anchor the route, with a guide and photographer sailing along on every departure at no extra cost.

Packages

3 Days

1 Days

2 Days

3 Days

4 Days

5 Days

6 Days

7 Days

Itinerary

10 Stops

Day 1

• Siaba Island

• Manta Point

• Taka Makassar

• Padar Island

Day 2

• Komodo Village

• Pink Beach

• Pempe Island

• Kalong Island

Day 3

• Manjarite Island

• Kelor Island

Prices

Cabin Name	Price
Manta Room	IDR 8,850,000 IDR 5,450,000
Coral Room	IDR 8,350,000 IDR 5,450,000
Turtle Room	IDR 7,850,000
Dolphin & Flounder Room	IDR 7,850,000

Itinerary

3 Stops

Day 1

• Padar Island

• Komodo Island

• Pink Beach

Prices

Price Group	Price
Up to 10 Pax	IDR 49,500,000
Extra Pax	IDR 2,090,000

Itinerary

6 Stops

Day 1

• Kelor Island

• Manjarite Island

• Kalong Island

Day 2

• Padar Island

• Pink Beach

• Taka Makassar

Prices

Price Group	Price
Up to 10 Pax	IDR 60,500,000
Extra Pax	IDR 4,180,000

Itinerary

9 Stops

Day 1

• Sebayur Besar

• Pink Beach

Day 2

• Padar Island

• Komodo Island

• Taka Makassar

• Manta Point

• Kalong Island

Day 3

• Manjarite Island

• Kelor Island

Prices

Price Group	Price
Up to 10 Pax	IDR 88,000,000
Extra Pax	IDR 6,270,000

Itinerary

12 Stops

Day 1

• Kelor Island

• Manjarite Island

• Kalong Island

Day 2

• Padar Island

• Pink Beach

• Komodo Island

• Taka Makassar

• Manta Point

Day 3

• Gili Lawa Darat

• Siaba Island

• Sabolo Island

Day 4

• Rangko Cave

Prices

Price Group	Price
Up to 10 Pax	IDR 132,000,000
Extra Pax	IDR 8,360,000

Itinerary

13 Stops

Day 1

• Kelor Island

• Manjarite Island

• Kalong Island

Day 2

• Padar Island

• Pink Beach

• Komodo Island

Day 3

• Taka Makassar

• Manta Point

• Gili Lawa Darat

Day 4

• Siaba Island

• Tatawa Besar

• Sebayur Besar

Day 5

• Rangko Cave

Prices

Price Group	Price
Up to 10 Pax	IDR 176,000,000
Extra Pax	IDR 10,450,000

Itinerary

14 Stops

Day 1

• Rinca Island

• Kalong Island

Day 2

• Sebayur Besar

• Tatawa Besar

• Siaba Island

Day 3

• Taka Makassar

• Manta Point

• Gili Lawa Darat

Day 4

• Padar Island

• Pink Beach

• Komodo Island

Day 5

• Manjarite Island

• Kelor Island

Day 6

• Rangko Cave

Prices

Price Group	Price
Up to 10 Pax	IDR 220,000,000
Extra Pax	IDR 12,540,000

Itinerary

17 Stops

Day 1

• Rinca Island

• Kalong Island

Day 2

• Sebayur Besar

• Tatawa Besar

• Siaba Island

Day 3

• Taka Makassar

• Manta Point

• Gili Lawa Darat

Day 4

• Komodo Island

• Pink Beach

• Padar Island

Day 5

• Strawberry Rocks

• Manjarite Island

• Kelor Island

Day 6

• Sabolo Island

• Burung Island

Day 7

• Rangko Cave

Prices

Price Group	Price
Up to 10 Pax	IDR 264,000,000
Extra Pax	IDR 14,630,000

Starting price:

Shared

IDR 7,850,000

/person

Charter

IDR 49,500,000

/boat

Ready for the ultimate Komodo adventure? Reach out to secure your preferred dates.

Inclusion

English-speaking local guide
Fresh towels to keep you dry
Freshly-prepped meals onboard
Rides to and from the harbor
Shared journey media documentation
Snorkeling fins and masks
Tropical fruits, juice and snacks
Unlimited water, coffee, and tea

Exclusion

Cold beers & rum (sold on board)
Flights to our home port
Gratuity for the captain & crew
National Park Entry Fees
Personal travel insurance
Personal treasurers & souvenirs
Private photo& video packages
Your land-based accommodations

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The Boat

Step into a world where traditional craftsmanship meets modern nautical design. Explore the expansive decks, social lounges, and unique architectural details that make this vessel a premier choice for your island adventure.

The Accommodations

Explore our range of onboard living quarters, from cozy lower-deck retreats to premium suites. Each space is uniquely configured to provide a restful sanctuary after a day of sun, sea, and exploration.

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Manta Room

3 Pax + 1 Extra · Upper Deck

Manta Room

Type

Master Suite

Guests

3 Pax + 1 Extra

Deck

Upper Deck

Units

Master Suite · 3 Pax + 1 Extra · Upper Deck · 1 unit

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Coral Room

3 Pax + 1 Extra · Upper Deck

Coral Room

Type

Deluxe Cabin

Guests

3 Pax + 1 Extra

Deck

Upper Deck

Units

Deluxe Cabin · 3 Pax + 1 Extra · Upper Deck · 1 unit

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Turtle Room

2 Pax · Main Deck

Turtle Room

Type

Deluxe Cabin

Guests

2 Pax

Deck

Main Deck

Units

Deluxe Cabin · 2 Pax · Main Deck · 1 unit

2 photos

Dolphin & Flounder Room

2 Pax · Main Deck

Dolphin & Flounder Room

Type

Standard Cabin

Guests

2 Pax

Deck

Main Deck

Units

Standard Cabin · 2 Pax · Main Deck · 2 units

Technical Information

Features

Snorkeling Gear
AC Cabins
Toilet
Bean Bags
Sundeck
Dining Area
Indoor Lounge
Sun Loungers
Outdoor Lounge

Vessel Specification

Length: 29.91 m
Beam: 4.89 m
Year Built: 2019
Main Engine: 185 HP
Cruising Speed: 7-8 knots
Fuel Capacity: 0.8 ton
Fresh Water Capacity: 5 ton
Dinghy: 1 Speedboat
Cabins: 5
Guest Capacity: 10-12 persons
Crew: 5 persons

Safety Equipment

Life rafts
Life jackets / vests
Life buoys
Fire extinguishers (APAR)
First aid kit
GPS Navigation
Radio VHF Marine

FAQs

Most 2026 weekend Open Trip departures run Thursday through Saturday, the shift made to dodge Komodo’s busiest weekend traffic. Occasionally a Friday-to-Sunday date appears instead, which happens when a private charter booking overlaps that particular week and shifts the shared departure around it, not a reversal of the new schedule. Book early in the week you want, and we’ll confirm the exact days before you pay.

A stand-up paddleboard is a named inclusion on the Open Trip, brought along for the calm water between stops rather than something you’d need to bring yourself. Ask the crew for it at the first swim stop, and if you want it confirmed ahead of a specific sailing, ask us before you book.

Not automatically. The personal photographer sails free with every Open Trip departure, but book Papiton Duwa as a private charter instead and that service becomes a paid add-on arranged ahead of time rather than something built into the rate. The personal guide stays included either way; it’s specifically the photographer that changes between the two trip types.

Shared trips are the most common way solo travelers sail with us: you book your spot, not the whole boat, and arrive to ready-made company. On liveaboards, if you’d rather not share a cabin, say so and we’ll sort a single or price the supplement honestly. More on the Shared Journey page.

The guest capacity on this page is the honest answer, and how your group fills it is up to you. Tell us who’s coming and we’ll confirm the setup that fits before you commit. More on the Private Charter page.

The route changes before anyone risks a crossing, so most weather problems show up as a different anchorage rather than a cancelled trip. On the rare occasion a trip can’t run at all, we work out a reschedule or a refund with you under our T&C. Itineraries are always a plan, never a promise.

We strongly recommend it, and dive insurance too if you’re diving. It isn’t included in any boat’s price, and out among the islands help is never next door, so a policy that covers boat travel is money well spent. Some dive boats require dive insurance, and we’ll tell you if yours does.

Yes, with a permit. The park requires one for every drone, and approval takes about three working days, so it needs arranging before you travel. There are no same-day permits, and flying without one risks having the drone confiscated. Kalong, Loh Buaya and Loh Liang are permanent no-fly zones, which puts the sunset bat flight off limits. We don’t arrange the permit ourselves, but ask us and we’ll talk you through how it works.

Fly to Labuan Bajo, usually via Bali or Jakarta, and the harbour is minutes from the airport. Come in the day before your boat leaves rather than the same morning: one delayed flight shouldn’t cost you the trip.

Calmer than most people expect. Every water we sail has its own calm window, and rough crossings are rarer than the word “sea” suggests. If you’re prone to motion sickness, take something before you board and you’ll barely notice: it’s the open stretches you feel, never the anchorages.

Less than you think. Reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, something long-sleeved for the sun, shoes that can handle a dry ridge, and a dry bag for anything that must stay dry. A soft bag beats a hard suitcase on any boat.

You message us, we check what’s actually free on the boat you’re after, then send everything in writing: the boat, the dates, what’s included and the real price. Happy with it? We issue an invoice and a secure payment link, and written confirmation seals it.

A down payment takes your dates off the calendar, and the balance follows closer to departure. The exact split and timing are on your quotation in writing before you commit to anything.

We issue an invoice with a secure Xendit payment link, sent by email and WhatsApp. You can pay by local or international card, virtual account, e-wallet, or QRIS. Everything is charged in Indonesian rupiah.

Plans shift, and we work with you when they do. Dates can usually be moved once if the boat is free, and if a trip can’t go ahead, we’ll walk you through your options rather than point at fine print. Anything that needs to come back to you returns the way you paid, usually within 7 to 14 business days. The full detail is in our Terms & Conditions.

They’re not included in any boat’s price, but you don’t have to deal with them on the ground. Say the word when you enquire and we’ll add them to your invoice, which locks your permit in before you arrive. No cash, no queue at the harbour the morning you sail.