Booking a Flores yacht charter takes five steps: send an enquiry with your dates and guest count, place a courtesy hold on the vessel, pay a deposit to lock it in, settle the balance before departure, then receive your final itinerary and embarkation details. Meridian Flores charters are operated by Komodo Luxury, and bookings are handled directly by the reservations team via WhatsApp 628113823875 or sales@komodoluxury.com.
No online cart, no instant checkout. Modern crewed yachts across the Flores arc are private, full-vessel charters, so every reservation is confirmed by a real person who checks vessel availability, park logistics and your route before anything is locked. Below is exactly how it works, what you pay, and what to have ready.
Message the Komodo Luxury reservations team directly. Tell us your dates, guest count and preferred vessel class, and we will confirm live availability and a firm quote.
WhatsApp: +62 811 3823 875 · Email: sales@komodoluxury.com
How do I book a Flores yacht charter?
The whole process runs from first message to confirmed booking, usually within a few days once dates and vessel are agreed. Peak season (July to August) moves faster because the best yachts sell out early, so we recommend enquiring well ahead for those months.
| Step | What happens | What you do | Typical timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Enquire | You send dates, guest number, route and vessel preference; we check live availability and send a firm USD quote | Message WhatsApp 628113823875 or email sales@komodoluxury.com | Same day to 24 hours |
| 2. Hold dates | We place a courtesy hold on the vessel while you decide | Confirm you want the hold | Held up to 3-5 days, subject to demand |
| 3. Pay deposit | You secure the charter with a deposit; the hold becomes a firm booking | Pay via the method on your invoice | Within the hold window |
| 4. Confirm balance | You settle the remaining balance before departure | Pay the final invoice | Ahead of embarkation |
| 5. Receive itinerary | We issue the day-by-day plan, embarkation time at Komodo Airport (LBJ) or the harbour, crew contacts and packing notes | Review, share guest details | After balance clears |
Because these are private full-vessel bookings, the price you are quoted is per boat, not per person. That means your quote does not change if your group size shifts within the vessel’s capacity band, though it may move you between the pricing tiers shown further down.
What are the deposit and payment terms?
Exact deposit percentages and accepted payment methods are set per booking and confirmed on your invoice, so treat the table below as the standard structure rather than a fixed contract. The reservations team will state the precise figures in writing before you pay anything.
| Item | How it works |
|---|---|
| Currency | Quotes are issued in USD, per boat, for the private charter. Any IDR figure you see elsewhere is an external estimate, not an official rate |
| Deposit | Paid at Step 3 to convert your hold into a confirmed booking |
| Balance | Settled before departure; your invoice states the due date |
| Park fees | Komodo National Park entry, dragon-viewing and ranger fees are per person, per day, paid to park authorities; pricing is set by the park and subject to change, so budget these on top of the charter rate |
| Season loading | Peak months (July to August) carry the highest demand; May to June and September to October are shoulder and often more available |
| Changes | Date or route changes are handled case by case with the reservations team |
All figures on this page are as of 2026, in USD, and subject to change. Always confirm the current charter rate and current park fees with the reservations team before you budget or pay.
What does a Flores yacht charter cost?
Here are example private-charter rates as of 2026, in USD, per boat, so you can size a deposit conversation before you enquire. These are illustrative Komodo-departure rates from Labuan Bajo; longer Flores-arc expeditions east to Riung 17-Islands and Maumere Bay are quoted per itinerary.
| 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 |
A one-day Komodo tour from Labuan Bajo runs from USD 1,850 for 1-4 guests up to USD 2,450 for 19-23 guests (day trips carry up to 23 passengers; multi-day liveaboard charters cap near 10 to 12). A fully-crewed charter includes the yacht, a professional captain and crew, a private chef, all meals and non-alcoholic drinks, fuel for the agreed route, snorkelling gear and onboard water toys such as paddleboards and kayaks. Park permits and fees are the main separate cost.
Choosing your length: the 4-day charter covers the essentials, Padar, Pink Beach, Rinca dragons, Manta Point and Taka Makassar. The 7-day charter is the most popular, giving a comfortable pace across northern and southern park sites, multiple dive days and both dragon islands. A full Flores program can run 15 days / 14 nights, combining Komodo NP with the 17 Island snorkelling group at Riung and Maumere Bay. Combining a Bali-Komodo route via Lombok and Sumbawa? Allow 10 to 14 days.
What documents do I need to book?
Booking a yacht charter is lighter on paperwork than most people expect. To confirm and sail, have the following ready.
- Guest passport details. Full names as they appear on passports, for the crew manifest and park permits.
- Lead guest contact. A WhatsApp number and email the reservations team can reach during planning and while you are aboard.
- Flight or arrival plan. Your inbound flight into Komodo Airport (LBJ), roughly 75 minutes from Denpasar (DPS), so embarkation timing lines up with your arrival.
- Dietary and preference notes. Allergies, dietary needs and any celebration details for the private chef and crew.
- Any dive certification. If you plan dive days, your certification level so the crew can plan sites; some park zones may require dive or photography permits paid at ranger stations.
You do not need to arrange the vessel’s safety equipment or park entry yourself. All charter vessels operating in Komodo National Park must meet strict safety standards including life jackets, emergency communications and fire extinguishers, and the reservations team handles park permit logistics as part of your booking.
Send your dates, guest count and route to the Komodo Luxury reservations team. Bookings are handled directly, not through a third-party portal.
WhatsApp: +62 811 3823 875 · Email: sales@komodoluxury.com
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should I book a Flores yacht charter?
For peak season, July and August, book two to four months ahead; the best modern yachts sell out first and courtesy holds are short in those months. Shoulder months, May to June and September to October, allow more flexibility, sometimes a few weeks out. As of 2026, confirm live availability with the reservations team before assuming a date is open.
Can I hold a yacht before paying a deposit?
Yes. Once you enquire, the reservations team can place a courtesy hold on the vessel, typically for three to five days depending on demand, giving you time to decide. The hold becomes a firm booking only when your deposit clears. During peak season holds are shorter, so confirm the window in writing when you request one.
Are Komodo National Park fees included in the charter price?
No. Park entry, dragon-viewing and ranger guiding fees are set by the park authorities, charged per person per day, and paid at ranger stations on Rinca and Komodo islands. They sit on top of your per-boat charter rate. Because these tariffs change, the reservations team confirms current figures at booking rather than quoting a fixed number here.
Is the deposit refundable if my plans change?
Refund and change terms are set per booking and stated on your invoice before you pay, so there is no single blanket policy. Date shifts and route changes are handled case by case with the reservations team. Confirm the exact cancellation and rescheduling terms in writing at Step 3, before you pay your deposit, so there are no surprises later.
How do I actually pay, and is it handled by Komodo Luxury directly?
Bookings are handled directly by the Komodo Luxury reservations team, not a third-party checkout. You enquire via WhatsApp 628113823875 or sales@komodoluxury.com, receive a firm USD invoice, and pay using the method stated on it. Deposit secures the vessel; the balance is due before departure. Every figure is confirmed in writing before any payment is requested.