**A Flores luxury yacht charter is a private, full-vessel booking of a modern crewed motor or sailing yacht — ensuite air-conditioned cabins, a private chef, professional captain and crew, and a concierge-planned route across the Flores arc from Komodo National Park east to Riung and Maumere. As of 2026, Meridian Flores arranges these through Komodo Luxury’s reservations team.**
This is not a shared day boat and not a heritage phinisi. Luxury here means you and your group are the only guests aboard a contemporary yacht, with the itinerary, meal times, and dive stops built around your pace — not a fixed schedule. Rates below are USD, per boat, as of 2026 and subject to change; confirm live pricing and current park fees with the reservations team before you book.
What makes a Flores charter “luxury”?
Three things separate a genuine luxury charter from a standard Komodo day trip.
Private, full-vessel exclusivity. You book the whole yacht. No strangers, no shared cabins, no set departure time. The captain adjusts to your group — a lie-in after a late dinner, an extra hour at Manta Point, a detour to a quieter bay.
Modern yacht comfort. Meridian Flores specialises in contemporary motor and sailing yachts with ensuite air-conditioned cabins, proper indoor and shaded deck lounging, and stabilised cruising rather than the open-deck heritage layout of a phinisi. One representative Komodo/Flores vessel carries a maximum of 12 passengers across five cabins (two double, two bunk, one twin).
Concierge-planned itineraries. Instead of the standard one-loop Komodo circuit, a luxury program is mapped to your interests — photography light at Padar, the best manta window, dragon-trekking on both Komodo and Rinca, and, for longer trips, the eastern Flores frontier most operators never reach.
What’s included at the top tier?
A fully-crewed Flores charter is close to all-inclusive on board. Here is what the vessel fee covers versus what sits outside it.
| Included in the charter fee | Paid separately |
|---|---|
| The yacht (private, full-vessel) | Komodo National Park entry permits |
| Professional captain and crew | Dragon-viewing and ranger-guiding fees |
| Private chef, all meals | Dive permits / photography permits (where required) |
| Non-alcoholic beverages | Alcohol (unless pre-arranged) |
| Fuel for the agreed itinerary | Flights to Komodo Airport (LBJ) |
| Snorkelling equipment | Travel insurance, personal extras |
| Water toys — paddleboards, kayaks, inflatables (varies by vessel) | Optional spa / extra excursions |
Komodo National Park charges per-person entry permits, dragon-viewing fees, and in some cases dive or photography permits, paid at the ranger stations on Rinca and Komodo. Pricing is set by park authorities and changes periodically, so budget a combined per-person, per-day cost for park entry and ranger guiding, and verify the current tariff with the reservations team when you quote.
How much does a Flores luxury yacht charter cost?
The table below shows example private-charter rates in USD, per boat, as of 2026. Multi-day liveaboard trips cap at around 10 guests; day trips can run larger groups. These figures are examples published in USD only — any rupiah equivalent is an outside estimate, not a fixed price.
| Duration | 1–2 guests | 3–4 | 5–6 | 7–8 | 9–10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Days / 1 Night | $2,000 | $2,240 | $2,350 | $2,640 | $2,750 |
| 3 Days / 2 Nights | $2,240 | $2,440 | $2,550 | $2,640 | $2,760 |
| 4 Days / 3 Nights | $2,460 | $2,640 | $2,820 | $2,940 | $2,980 |
For a single day out of Labuan Bajo, private day-trip pricing runs from about $1,850 for 1–4 guests up to $2,450 for 19–23 guests (day trips seat a maximum of 23; liveaboards a maximum of 10). Rates are per boat, not per person, so larger groups within a tier lower the cost each.
Which itinerary length fits your trip?
| Length | Best for | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days | Essential highlights | Padar, Pink Beach, Rinca dragons, Manta Point, Taka Makassar |
| 7 days | The most popular choice | Northern + southern park at a comfortable pace, multiple dive days, both dragon islands |
| 10–14 days | Bali–Komodo via Lombok & Sumbawa | Full crossing plus Komodo NP |
| 15 days / 14 nights | The complete Flores arc | Komodo NP, then east to Riung 17-Islands and Maumere Bay |
The seven-day charter is the sweet spot: enough time for both Komodo and Rinca, several dive days, and unhurried mornings. Guests wanting the frontier east of the park — the 17-Island snorkelling group at Riung, then Maumere — should plan a 15-day program. A Lombok-to-Flores luxury leg on its own typically runs 3–4 days.
The best window to sail is the dry season, May to August, with July and August the peak; May–June and September–October are quieter shoulder months. The rainy season usually falls December to March, sometimes with thunderstorms.
Looking ahead, the growth of superyacht-marina capacity around Benoa and Labuan Bajo through 2027 is opening cleaner logistics for longer east-Flores and Alor itineraries — routes that sidestep the busiest Komodo quota days. Ask the reservations team about frontier legs when you plan a 2027 trip.
How does booking work?
- Send your dates and group size to the Komodo Luxury reservations team via WhatsApp or email, with your preferred trip length.
- Get a matched yacht and quote — the team recommends a vessel class and confirms current USD rates plus estimated park fees as of your travel date.
- Shape the itinerary — adjust dive days, dragon islands, and any east-Flores extension with your concierge planner.
- Confirm with a deposit to lock the vessel and dates, especially for July–August peak.
- Fly into Komodo Airport (LBJ) — roughly 75 minutes direct from Bali (DPS) — and embark from Labuan Bajo.
All charter vessels operating in Komodo National Park must meet strict safety standards, including life jackets, emergency communications, and fire extinguishers.
Request your Flores luxury charter quote
Meridian Flores charters are operated by Komodo Luxury, an award-winning charter operator founded in 2015 and based in Labuan Bajo, with bookings handled directly by its reservations team. For a private full-vessel quote, live 2026 rates, and current park-fee estimates:
- WhatsApp: +62 811 3823 875
- Email: sales@komodoluxury.com
Send your dates, group size, and trip length, and the team will match a yacht and build your arc itinerary. No guaranteed availability without a confirmed deposit; all rates as of 2026 and subject to change.
Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as a luxury yacht versus a phinisi in Flores?
A luxury yacht here is a modern motor or sailing vessel with ensuite air-conditioned cabins, stabilised cruising, and indoor lounging — engineered for comfort. A phinisi is a traditional wooden Indonesian sailing boat with open-deck heritage styling. Meridian Flores focuses on contemporary yachts; siblings handle phinisi charters. Both are private, but the onboard experience differs significantly.
Is a private chef really included on a Flores luxury charter?
Yes. A fully-crewed Flores charter includes a private chef preparing all meals aboard, plus non-alcoholic beverages, as part of the vessel fee. Alcohol is typically separate unless pre-arranged. Dietary preferences — vegetarian, halal, allergies — should be shared with the reservations team before departure so the chef can provision accordingly for your trip.
How far east can a Flores yacht charter go beyond Komodo?
Beyond the Komodo day circuit, a longer program runs east along the Flores coast to the Riung 17-Islands snorkelling group and Maumere Bay. A full arc itinerary covering Komodo NP plus these eastern sites typically takes 15 days / 14 nights. This frontier east of the park sees far fewer boats than the core Komodo quota zone.
When should I book a Flores luxury charter for peak season?
The dry season, May to August, is best for sailing, with July and August the busiest. Because luxury yachts are booked as whole vessels and availability is limited, reserve peak dates several months ahead with a deposit. May–June and September–October are quieter shoulder months with strong conditions and easier availability.