- Vessel Class: Luxury Phinisi
- Status: Available for Charter
- Destination: Komodo National Park
About Lamima
Lamima is the largest luxury wooden sailing phinisi ever built, stretching 65.2 metres from bow to stern with an 11.2-metre beam and a 3.7-metre draft. The hull was constructed in 2014 in Bira, South Sulawesi, by master craftsmen who have shaped phinisi for generations, and the entire fit-out took 18 months at a Bangkok shipyard before the vessel entered service. Naval architect Marcelo Penna of Barcelona drew the lines, working with owner Dominique Gérardin to produce a vessel that holds RINA classification and meets LY2 safety standards while keeping the unmistakeable two-masted silhouette of the traditional phinisi. The result: approximately 900 square metres of usable living space across multiple deck levels, with more than 400 square metres of open teak decking alone.
The interior reflects the vessel’s Sulawesi origins. Teak covers every cabin floor, ceiling, and structural surface; built-in furniture is fashioned from the same warm-toned wood. Indonesian textiles, carved hardwood details, and handpicked local artworks give each space a regional identity that sets Lamima apart from the generic superyacht interior. Seven air-conditioned cabins sleep up to 14 guests: one master suite on the main deck with a king bed and large framing windows, four double cabins below with queen beds, and two twin cabins. All seven have private ensuite bathrooms. The main saloon spans a full bar, lounge seating, and an indoor dining area where large windows replace the narrow portholes found on smaller vessels, giving guests broad, framed views of Komodo’s island chain as the yacht moves between anchorages.
The crew of 20 is the operational core of any Lamima voyage. Captain, first mate, and deckhands handle navigation; two PADI-certified dive professionals manage the onboard dive centre and lead dives at Komodo’s best sites; a team of gourmet chefs produces three meals daily plus snacks and open bar; two Balinese spa masseuses run the dedicated treatment space; a yoga instructor leads morning sessions on the foredeck; and a cruise director coordinates every guest request from Labuan Bajo transfers to dragon-trek ranger bookings. In 2019, Camper and Nicholsons International named Lamima’s crew the Best in Southeast Asia. For a Komodo liveaboard at this standard, the crew-to-guest ratio of 20 to 14 means no guest waits, and no request falls through.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
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| Vessel Type | Luxury Sailing Phinisi (Wooden, Two-Masted) |
| Classification | RINA Class, LY2 compliant |
| Length | 65.2 m |
| Beam | 11.2 m |
| Draft | 3.7 m |
| Gross Tonnage | 491 GT (some sources cite 650 GRT) |
| Year Built / Fit-Out | 2014 (hull Bira, Sulawesi; 18-month Bangkok fit-out) |
| Designer | Marcelo Penna, Barcelona |
| Total Cabins | 7 (1 Master Suite · 4 Double · 2 Twin) |
| Maximum Guests | 14 (private charter only) |
| Crew | 20 (captain, chefs, PADI dive pros, spa masseuses, yoga instructor, cruise director) |
| Usable Space | approx. 900 sqm total; 400+ sqm open deck |
| Cruising Speed | 8–10 knots |
| Main Engine | MAN approx. 1,000 hp / 735 kW |
| Tenders | 3 (approx. 10.2 m, 7 m, 5 m) |
| Watersports | 2 Yamaha jet skis, 2 Flite e-foil boards, 2 Yamaha underwater scooters, 1 sailing dinghy, approx. 6 stand-up paddleboards, 2 sea kayaks, wakeboard, water-ski, surfboards |
| Wi-Fi | Satellite Wi-Fi / Starlink (region dependent) |
| Awards | Best Crew in Southeast Asia — Camper & Nicholsons International, 2019 |
| Charter Rate From |
approx. USD 25,000 per night (all-inclusive private charter; +12% Indonesian government tax) |
Cabins & Accommodation
All seven cabins are air-conditioned and finished with teak joinery, Indonesian textiles, and indirect lighting. Each has a private ensuite bathroom with hot and cold water. The deck position and bed configuration differ by category; the character of the teak work and the quality of finish do not.
Master Suite
- Cabins available: 1
- Bed: King-size
- Deck: Main deck
- Bathroom: Private ensuite
- Windows: Large framing windows (ocean views)
- Air conditioning: Yes
The Master Suite sits on the main deck, the most spacious single cabin on the vessel. Large windows rather than portholes let natural light fall across the teak floor and the king bed; in the morning, guests wake to a framed panel of Komodo’s ridgelines or open Flores Sea, depending on the anchorage. The ensuite bathroom is proportioned to match the room, not compressed into a corner. For two guests seeking the best address on board, this is it.
Double Cabin
- Cabins available: 4
- Bed: Queen-size
- Deck: Lower deck
- Bathroom: Private ensuite
- View: Porthole
- Air conditioning: Yes
The four Double Cabins on the lower deck follow the same teak-finish language as the Master Suite, scaled to a paired configuration. A queen bed occupies the centre of the room; built-in storage eliminates the need to live out of a bag. The porthole frames a strip of water at eye level when you sit on the bed’s edge — a small but grounding detail that keeps the ocean present even below decks. Each cabin has a private ensuite. These are the natural choice for couples or close travelling companions who value privacy over deck height.
Twin Cabin
- Cabins available: 2
- Beds: 2 single beds
- Deck: Lower deck
- Bathroom: Private ensuite
- View: Porthole
- Air conditioning: Yes
Two Twin Cabins on the lower deck provide the most flexible sleeping configuration on the vessel. Two single beds give friends or siblings separate sleeping surfaces without sharing a large bed, and the private ensuite keeps the arrangement genuinely comfortable for multi-day voyages. The teak detailing and indirect lighting match the rest of the accommodation — no cabin on Lamima feels like a lesser option.
Deck Life & Dining
The open decks of Lamima cover more than 400 square metres of shaded teak planking across multiple levels. At dawn, the foredeck serves as the yoga platform, where the instructor leads sessions with the silhouette of Padar or the dark green canopy of Komodo Island on the horizon. Through the morning, guests spread across sun loungers on the midships sun deck and the broad stern deck, each level offering a different angle on whatever anchorage the captain has chosen. The long flush foredeck, a deliberate feature of Marcelo Penna’s design, gives 14 guests room to move without crowding, and the low side rails keep the horizon open rather than caged behind railings.
The indoor saloon is where the vessel’s Indonesian character is most concentrated. Teak covers the walls and overhead, Indonesian textiles hang alongside hand-carved decorative panels, and local artworks occupy positions normally taken by generic maritime prints. The full bar anchors one end; the dining table, scaled to seat the entire charter group, occupies the other. Large windows along both sides of the saloon replace the standard portholes of a smaller vessel and bring Komodo’s island chain into frame during meals. The chef team produces three meals daily from ingredients sourced in Labuan Bajo: fresh reef fish, seasonal produce, and Indonesian dishes prepared to a standard that makes the onboard dining genuinely part of the experience rather than a logistical necessity. The open bar runs continuously, covering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
The dedicated spa deck houses the treatment space used by Lamima’s two resident Balinese masseuses. Unlimited treatments are included in the charter rate, meaning guests can book sessions daily without an additional charge appearing on the final invoice. For those who prefer active engagement with the sea, the dive deck and tender bay sit at the stern. Three tenders in different sizes (approx. 10.2 m, 7 m, and 5 m) transfer divers and snorkellers to the precise entry points at Manta Point, Batu Bolong, and Castle Rock. The watersports locker opens to reveal two Flite e-foil boards, two Yamaha jet skis, two Yamaha underwater scooters, approximately six stand-up paddleboards, two sea kayaks, a sailing dinghy, a wakeboard, water-skis, and surfboards. Snorkelling equipment is set up for all 14 guests.
Sample Komodo Itineraries
The following routes are representative schedules. Exact stops depend on sea conditions, tidal windows at Manta Point, and ranger schedules on Komodo and Rinca. The crew will always substitute an equivalent or superior experience when conditions require a change. All itinerary requests are welcomed at booking.
4D3N — Komodo Circuit (Private Charter)
Day 1
- 09:00 — Airport or hotel transfer in Labuan Bajo. Embarkation at the marina, safety briefing, welcome drinks and lunch on board.
- 12:30 — Depart for Kelor Island. Snorkelling over the shallow reef, swim to the small beach, short hike up the Kelor hilltop for panoramic views across Labuan Bajo Bay.
- 15:00 — Afternoon sail toward Kalong Island. The vessel anchors off the mangrove line in time for the evening departure of the island’s fruit bat colony — a dense cloud of thousands of bats lifting above the treetops at dusk.
- 18:30 — Dinner on board. Rest at anchor under Komodo’s clear skies.
Day 2
- 05:15 — Depart for Padar Island. The pre-dawn crossing puts the group at the trailhead before sunrise.
- 06:00 — Trek the northern ridge of Padar. The three-bay viewpoint at the summit is one of the most-photographed landscapes in Indonesia; the colour contrast between the pink, white, and dark sand bays below sharpens sharply in early light.
- 08:30 — Return to vessel. Full breakfast served. Depart for Pink Beach.
- 09:30 — Pink Beach (Pantai Merah). Swimming and snorkelling over the reef in front of one of Komodo’s five pink-sand beaches. The blush colour comes from red coral fragments mixed into the white coral sand.
- 11:00 — Sail to Komodo Island. Lunch en route.
- 12:30 — Trek with a licensed ranger across Komodo Island. Komodo dragons (Varanus komodoensis) are commonly sighted around the ranger station and along the dry savannah trails; the island supports a wild population of more than 1,700 individuals.
- 14:30 — Sail toward Manta Point (Karang Makassar). Briefing from the dive team on the current conditions and entry approach.
- 16:00 — Snorkelling and diving with oceanic manta rays. The cleaning station at Manta Point draws mantas to the shallows from March through October; the dive team leads guests to within metres of the feeding mantas over the reef plateau.
- 17:30 — Sail to Taka Makassar sandbar. Cocktails and photography at the white sandbar as the tide drops; the surrounding water runs pale turquoise in the last light.
- 18:30 — Dinner at anchor. Sunset from the upper deck.
Day 3
- 06:30 — Yoga on the foredeck at sunrise. Breakfast served.
- 07:30 — Depart for Gili Lawa Darat. Hike the viewpoint ridge for an elevated panorama of the island chain: Komodo to the south, Rinca to the east, Sumbawa to the northwest.
- 10:00 — Dive at Batu Bolong. A submerged pinnacle with dense schooling fish — trevally, fusiliers, surgeonfish — plus grey reef sharks on the deeper slope. Widely considered one of the top five reef dives in Indonesia.
- 12:30 — Lunch on board. Afternoon spa sessions or watersports at anchor.
- 15:00 — E-foil, jet ski, and kayak session in a calm bay. The Flite e-foil boards require no previous experience; the crew provides instruction.
- 18:00 — Dinner at anchor. Stargazing from the foredeck; the national park’s limited light pollution makes the Milky Way visible on clear nights.
Day 4
- 06:30 — Sunrise and final snorkel at Siaba Besar or Sebayur coral gardens, both known for resting sea turtles.
- 09:00 — Full breakfast on board. Pack personal gear.
- 10:00 — Return sail to Labuan Bajo marina. Arrival approx. 12:00. Transfer to airport or hotel.
Note: All stops are subject to sea state, park ranger schedules, and force majeure. The captain substitutes an equivalent experience whenever a specific site cannot be safely reached.
7D6N — Extended Komodo to Banda Sea (Private Charter)
Days 1 to 4
Follow the 4D3N Komodo Circuit outline above.
Day 5
- 07:00 — Morning dive at Castle Rock — a submerged seamount in the Gili Lawa channel, known for hammerhead sharks in season and large schools of trevally. Considered one of Komodo’s most technical dives; depth and current conditions are assessed by the dive team on the day.
- 10:00 — Snorkelling at Siaba Besar. Green and hawksbill turtles rest on the coral heads here regularly; the site is calm enough for guests of all swimming levels.
- 14:00 — Afternoon at anchor. Spa, yoga, or the sailing dinghy in a sheltered bay.
Day 6
- 08:00 — Visit Kanawa Island. Snorkelling on the house reef; the small island has a shallow sandy lagoon suitable for paddleboarding and kayaking. Optional: beach walk and reef exploration with the naturalist guide.
- Afternoon — Extended watersports session: e-foil instruction, underwater scooter tour of the reef, wakeboarding behind the tender.
Day 7
- Morning — Return sail to Labuan Bajo marina, arriving approximately midday. Alternatively, if weather and guest interest align, the captain can continue east toward the Banda Sea. The Banda Sea route requires minimum 10 nights total and is arranged separately at booking.
Note: The Banda Sea extension depends on weather windows and advance coordination with regional authorities. All itinerary sequences are advisory; the captain and crew adapt to conditions to deliver the best possible voyage.
What’s Included in Your Charter
Included
- Full vessel and all facilities for the charter duration
- Crew of 20: captain, chefs, PADI dive professionals, spa masseuses, yoga instructor, cruise director
- All meals on board: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Coffee breaks and snack service daily
- Open bar: alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks throughout
- Unlimited scuba diving: PADI professionals, full equipment (BCD, regulators, wetsuits, tanks, weights)
- Unlimited spa treatments: 2 resident Balinese masseuses
- Daily yoga sessions on the foredeck
- All watersports: 2 Flite e-foil boards, 2 Yamaha jet skis, 2 underwater scooters, sailing dinghy, approx. 6 paddleboards, 2 kayaks, wakeboard, water-ski, surfboards
- Snorkelling gear for all 14 guests
- 3 tenders for dive-site and beach transfers
- Satellite Wi-Fi / Starlink (region dependent)
- Port fees and local retribution
- Airport or hotel transfer in Labuan Bajo at embarkation and disembarkation
- English-speaking guide and trip documentation
- Jasa Rahardja passenger insurance
Not Included
- Komodo National Park entry tickets:
- Foreign nationals: Komodo Island + Padar USD 100/person; Rinca Island USD 40/person; Gili Lawa USD 25/person
- Indonesian nationals: separate tariffs apply
- National park diving permits
- Flights to and from Labuan Bajo (IATA: LBJ)
- Hotel accommodation before or after the charter
- Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Additional land transport
- 12% Indonesian government tax (added to all rates)
Charter Rates
Lamima operates as a full private charter only — the entire vessel, not individual cabins. Charter rates start at approximately USD 25,000 to 27,000 per night for a full all-inclusive private booking, or approximately USD 175,000 to 182,000 for a 7-night voyage. A 12% Indonesian government tax is added to all rates. A 50% deposit is required to confirm the booking; the remaining balance is due 30 days before departure.
These figures are indicative and subject to seasonal revision. Lamima is positioned at the top tier of Komodo charter vessels; the all-inclusive structure covers all meals, open bar, unlimited diving, spa treatments, and watersports, with no per-activity charges on board. Contact our team for a personalised quote and current availability. We will match the vessel, itinerary, and duration to your group size and priorities.
Charter Lamima — Private Komodo Voyage
Komodo National Park’s prime season runs April through October. With a maximum of 14 guests aboard, every Lamima charter is genuinely private: one group, one itinerary, one set of priorities for the whole voyage. The crew of 20 works to one brief only, yours. That ratio, 20 crew to 14 guests, determines the quality of the experience more directly than any specification on paper.
Our team at Komodo Liveaboard Cruises has been curating Komodo charters since 2015 and has served more than 10,000 guests. We will confirm Lamima’s availability, tailor the itinerary to your group’s interests, and handle every logistical detail: airport transfers, ranger bookings on Komodo and Rinca, dining requirements, and celebration setups. Reach out through either channel below.
Booking: 50% deposit secures your dates. Balance due 30 days before departure. Our team will contact you with full itinerary options and a confirmed rate after initial enquiry.
Frequently Asked Questions — Lamima
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How many guests can charter Lamima?
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Lamima accommodates up to 14 guests across 7 private air-conditioned cabins: 1 master suite on the main deck with a king bed, 4 double cabins (queen beds) on the lower deck, and 2 twin cabins (2 single beds each) on the lower deck. All 7 cabins have private ensuite bathrooms. Lamima operates as a full private charter only — there are no per-cabin open-trip bookings on this vessel.
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What is the charter rate for Lamima?
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Charter rates start at approximately USD 25,000 to 27,000 per night for a full all-inclusive private charter. A 7-night charter runs approximately USD 175,000 to 182,000. A 12% Indonesian government tax applies to all rates. All meals, open bar, unlimited scuba diving, spa treatments, watersports, and crew services are included. Rates are subject to seasonal revision; contact our team for a confirmed quote and current availability.
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What diving and watersports are included on Lamima?
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Lamima operates a full PADI dive centre with unlimited scuba diving and complete equipment. The dive team of PADI-certified professionals leads dives at Komodo’s key sites: Manta Point, Batu Bolong, Castle Rock, and Pink Beach wall. Watersports equipment includes 2 Flite e-foil boards, 2 Yamaha jet skis, 2 Yamaha underwater scooters, a sailing dinghy, approximately 6 stand-up paddleboards, 2 sea kayaks, a wakeboard, water-skis, surfboards, and snorkelling gear for all 14 guests. Three tenders ferry guests to dive sites and beaches. All watersports and diving are covered in the charter rate.
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When is the best time to charter Lamima in Komodo?
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April through October is peak Komodo season: the southeast trade winds produce calm conditions in the Flores Sea, underwater visibility peaks at 20 to 30 metres, and oceanic manta rays gather at Manta Point from March onwards. Komodo dragon treks run year-round on Komodo and Rinca islands. The northwest monsoon (January to February) can bring swell; charters in this window remain available but the captain may adjust itinerary routes. Book 3 to 6 months ahead for prime season dates.
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How do I travel to Labuan Bajo to board Lamima?
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Komodo Labuan Bajo Airport (IATA: LBJ) receives direct flights from Bali (DPS) on Garuda Indonesia, Air Asia, and Batik Air, approximately one hour from Denpasar. Direct flights also operate from Jakarta (CGK) and Surabaya (SUB). The charter package includes a complimentary transfer from LBJ airport to the Labuan Bajo marina at embarkation. Share your flight details when confirming the booking and the cruise director will coordinate your arrival logistics.
Charter availability is subject to seasonal schedule and operator confirmation. Vessel specifications are sourced from operator data; minor variances may apply. Komodo Liveaboard Cruises curates and books this vessel as part of Komodo Luxury.