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Labuan Bajo
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Experience a bespoke Komodo sailing journey aboard our premiumKomodo Private Charter {year} | 65+ Luxury Phinisi Yachtsfleet, where unparalleled hospitality standards meet traditional Indonesian phinisi craftsmanship in Komodo National Park.
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Experience comfort and elegance in our thoughtfully designed cabins, each offering a unique blend of modern amenities and traditional charm.

The ultimate sanctuary on Tara, located on the upper deck with a private balcony and 270-degree wraparound windows.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed (180x200)

Stunning main-deck cabins featuring large windows that invite the Komodo horizon into your private living space.
Capacity
2 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed

Premium upper-deck cabins offering beautiful side-view vistas, perfect for couples or small families.
Capacity
3 Guests
Bed Type
Double Bed + Extra Pull-out

Spacious and cool lower-deck cabins designed for sharing or family groups, reflecting traditional Phinisi charm.
Capacity
3 Guests
Bed Type
Queen Bed + Single Bed
Explore the magical islands you will visit aboard Tara by Nusa Coral. Each stop offers a unique adventure from pink beaches to dragon encounters.
KELOR ISLAND
Ancient sailors called it "The Guardian." Dutch colonials built watchtowers on its crown. Local legend says it's a giant sea turtle turned to stone. A 20-minute climb rewards you with 360° views of dragon territories. The coral gardens below hide patrolling sea turtles in crystal shallows.
MANJERITE
Every sunset, tens of thousands of flying foxes launch from mangroves, creating a black river across orange skies. Ancient sea nomads believed these bats carried souls to the afterlife. Watch from your deck at 17:30. The sky will erupt. You'll forget to breathe.
PADAR ISLAND
Three crescent bays—turquoise, cobalt, jade—curve around dragon-spine ridges. Legend says a dragon princess died here protecting her brothers. Her body became the ridgeline. Her tears became three seas. The 30-minute climb is ruthless, but every explorer says: "I can die now."
PINK BEACH
One of only seven pink beaches on Earth. Microscopic red coral creates a rose-gold blush. Sailors once feared it was cursed by dragon blood. The reef drops from knee-deep to 50 meters—turtles, reef sharks, and octopi patrol waters so clear you'll think you're dreaming.
KOMODO ISLAND
Ground zero. The throne. Komodo dragons—largest lizards on Earth, unchanged for 4 million years. They sprint 20 km/h, kill with venom-laced bites. Trek with armed rangers. Watch them sun like kings. Feel evolution stare back. This isn't a zoo. It's their Kingdom
TAKA MAKASSAR
A sandbar that emerges at low tide, then disappears beneath waves. Sea nomads called it "Ghost Island"—a resting place for ocean spirits. Stand in the middle of the ocean with ankle-deep water. Snorkel where the island vanishes. Your private Maldives, but only for 2 hours.
MANTA POINT
A submerged pinnacle where currents collide, creating a cleaning station for manta rays with 7-meter wingspans. Divers call them "Royal Stingrays"—reincarnated ocean kings. The taboo: look, never touch. Watch them barrel-roll beneath you. Swimming with mantas IS your bucket list.
GILI LAWA
Twin islands—Lawa Darat and Lawa Laut—frame the golden highway between sky and sea. Ancient traders navigated by these peaks. At sunrise, watch the world ignite from savannah ridges. At sunset, the sky bleeds into three shades of fire. The 30-minute trek is steep, but the 360° view makes kings jealous.
SLABA ISLAND
Slaba rises like a fortress from deep blue—a volcanic dome crowned with savannah where white-bellied sea eagles hunt. Bajo fishermen call it "Pulau Rajawali" (Eagle Island), believing the birds are guardians of hidden treasures below. Dive the walls where currents deliver big fish, sharks, and swirling barracuda. Above: eagles. Below: an underwater avalanche of life.
SEBAYUR ISLAND
Sebayur guards one of Komodo's best-kept secrets: untouched coral gardens teeming with life. While others chase dragons, divers chase legends here—pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefishes, and macro critters hiding in soft coral forests. The bay is a natural aquarium. The hillside trek offers sunrise views without the Padar crowds.
KANAWA ISLAND
While crowds chase Pink Beach, explorers slip to Kanawa—pristine coral reefs, zero crowds. Fishermen once avoided it, believing the Sea Goddess protected these waters. The reef here is 80% live coral. Turtles nest on beaches. Blacktip sharks patrol shallows. This is the Komodo nobody talks about.
SABOLO ISLAND (RANGKO CAVE)
Hidden in Sabolo's limestone cliffs lies Rangko Cave—a saltwater cavern illuminated by a ceiling skylight. Sunbeams pierce the darkness, turning water neon blue. Local legend says bathing here grants courage to face dragons. Swim through the entrance tunnel. Surface inside the cathedral. Float in liquid sapphire while light dances on ancient rock.
BIDADARI ISLAND
Bidadari" means angel in Indonesian. One glance explains why. Powdery white sand. Turquoise shallows. Zero crowds. Fishermen say angels rest here between monsoons, leaving footprints in the sand that waves erase by dawn. Snorkel the fringing reef where baby blacktips patrol. This is your castaway fantasy—pristine, peaceful, perfect.
KELOR ISLAND
Ancient sailors called it "The Guardian." Dutch colonials built watchtowers on its crown. Local legend says it's a giant sea turtle turned to stone. A 20-minute climb rewards you with 360° views of dragon territories. The coral gardens below hide patrolling sea turtles in crystal shallows.
MANJERITE
Every sunset, tens of thousands of flying foxes launch from mangroves, creating a black river across orange skies. Ancient sea nomads believed these bats carried souls to the afterlife. Watch from your deck at 17:30. The sky will erupt. You'll forget to breathe.
PADAR ISLAND
Three crescent bays—turquoise, cobalt, jade—curve around dragon-spine ridges. Legend says a dragon princess died here protecting her brothers. Her body became the ridgeline. Her tears became three seas. The 30-minute climb is ruthless, but every explorer says: "I can die now."
PINK BEACH
One of only seven pink beaches on Earth. Microscopic red coral creates a rose-gold blush. Sailors once feared it was cursed by dragon blood. The reef drops from knee-deep to 50 meters—turtles, reef sharks, and octopi patrol waters so clear you'll think you're dreaming.
KOMODO ISLAND
Ground zero. The throne. Komodo dragons—largest lizards on Earth, unchanged for 4 million years. They sprint 20 km/h, kill with venom-laced bites. Trek with armed rangers. Watch them sun like kings. Feel evolution stare back. This isn't a zoo. It's their Kingdom
TAKA MAKASSAR
A sandbar that emerges at low tide, then disappears beneath waves. Sea nomads called it "Ghost Island"—a resting place for ocean spirits. Stand in the middle of the ocean with ankle-deep water. Snorkel where the island vanishes. Your private Maldives, but only for 2 hours.
MANTA POINT
A submerged pinnacle where currents collide, creating a cleaning station for manta rays with 7-meter wingspans. Divers call them "Royal Stingrays"—reincarnated ocean kings. The taboo: look, never touch. Watch them barrel-roll beneath you. Swimming with mantas IS your bucket list.
GILI LAWA
Twin islands—Lawa Darat and Lawa Laut—frame the golden highway between sky and sea. Ancient traders navigated by these peaks. At sunrise, watch the world ignite from savannah ridges. At sunset, the sky bleeds into three shades of fire. The 30-minute trek is steep, but the 360° view makes kings jealous.
SLABA ISLAND
Slaba rises like a fortress from deep blue—a volcanic dome crowned with savannah where white-bellied sea eagles hunt. Bajo fishermen call it "Pulau Rajawali" (Eagle Island), believing the birds are guardians of hidden treasures below. Dive the walls where currents deliver big fish, sharks, and swirling barracuda. Above: eagles. Below: an underwater avalanche of life.
SEBAYUR ISLAND
Sebayur guards one of Komodo's best-kept secrets: untouched coral gardens teeming with life. While others chase dragons, divers chase legends here—pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefishes, and macro critters hiding in soft coral forests. The bay is a natural aquarium. The hillside trek offers sunrise views without the Padar crowds.
KANAWA ISLAND
While crowds chase Pink Beach, explorers slip to Kanawa—pristine coral reefs, zero crowds. Fishermen once avoided it, believing the Sea Goddess protected these waters. The reef here is 80% live coral. Turtles nest on beaches. Blacktip sharks patrol shallows. This is the Komodo nobody talks about.
SABOLO ISLAND (RANGKO CAVE)
Hidden in Sabolo's limestone cliffs lies Rangko Cave—a saltwater cavern illuminated by a ceiling skylight. Sunbeams pierce the darkness, turning water neon blue. Local legend says bathing here grants courage to face dragons. Swim through the entrance tunnel. Surface inside the cathedral. Float in liquid sapphire while light dances on ancient rock.
BIDADARI ISLAND
Bidadari" means angel in Indonesian. One glance explains why. Powdery white sand. Turquoise shallows. Zero crowds. Fishermen say angels rest here between monsoons, leaving footprints in the sand that waves erase by dawn. Snorkel the fringing reef where baby blacktips patrol. This is your castaway fantasy—pristine, peaceful, perfect.
Uncover a world of untamed beauty where every moment becomes an adventure. Komodo Explorer invites you to experience Labuan Bajo like never before—sailing across crystal-blue waters aboard an authentic phinisi, navigating from one breathtaking wonder to the next. Begin your day with serene sunrise hikes and ridge-top treks that reveal Komodo's dramatic landscapes. Dive beneath the surface for world-class scuba diving and snorkeling, where vibrant reefs and marine life create unforgettable encounters. As daylight fades, chase golden sunsets from the deck, the sky turning into a masterpiece around you. End each evening with handcrafted cocktails, ocean breeze, and the gentle rhythm of the waves.
A journey designed for those who seek discovery, serenity, and pure wonder.


























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Tara by Nusa Coral is a 28-meter VIP class phinisi yacht for luxury travelers exploring Komodo National Park. Features 7 spacious cabins, accommodates up to 15 guests, and was built in 2021. Combines traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with modern comfort and premium service.
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Tara by Nusa Coral
Based on 35 reviews
Avery North
Austin, US
Tara by Nusa Coral doesn’t shout luxury—it whispers it. From the hand-planed railings to the linen napkins folded into origami cranes, details accrue quietly. I joined as a solo traveller, initially wary of group dynamics, but the boat’s layout—common areas that don’t force interaction, private corners on deck—allowed for both engagement and solitude. We spent two hours at Manta Point, where the cleaning stations drew in over a dozen mantas. Later, a surprise stop at a hidden inlet near Padar, where the crew set up a floating breakfast—fresh papaya, local coffee, grilled banana. The 2021 build ensures mechanical reliability; not once did generator noise intrude. Only note: a slightly firmer mattress would suit back sleepers. But drifting off to the sound of water against hull? That’s the real luxury.
Theodore V.
Portland, US
I’ve spent years chartering in Southeast Asia, and Tara by Nusa Coral stands apart for her restraint. No gold fixtures, no branded robes—just beautifully finished wood, clean lines, and a crew who move like shadows. As a solo traveller, I valued the absence of forced sociability. We anchored at Crystal Rock midweek; diving it felt like entering a liquid cathedral, with light shafts cutting through dense jack formations. Later, a quiet hour on Padar’s eastern slope, away from the main trail, offered views of Komodo dragons moving through dry forest. The boat’s size—28 meters, seven cabins—allows access to spots larger vessels can’t reach. One small gap: limited vegan options beyond modified mains. But the chef accommodated with grace. Tara feels less like a yacht, more like a vessel with intent.
Beckett M. Quinn
Quebec City, CA
As a solo traveller with a preference for design-led experiences, Tara by Nusa Coral exceeded expectations. The 28-meter phinisi blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary comfort—teak decks sanded to a satin finish, modular seating that reconfigures for solitude or conversation. We spent a morning hiking Padar Island, then cooled off with a swim at a secluded cove near Pink Beach, where the sand’s blush hue was most pronounced at midday. The boat’s dive setup supported our group’s technical gear, and Manta Point delivered its usual grace. Evenings were spent on the upper deck with a single malt and the sound of water against hull. Only note: more international power adapters would help. But in a place this remote, such concerns feel almost irrelevant.
Lydia Chase
Leeds, GB
Sailing on Tara by Nusa Coral was less about itinerary and more about rhythm—the quiet precision of a well-crewed phinisi that knows Komodo’s pulse. We anchored at Bidadari Beach one crystalline morning, the sand so fine it pooled like powdered silk between the toes. Later, a short dive excursion to Batu Bolong revealed reefs still humming with napoleon wrasses and reef sharks weaving through the current. As part of a small dive group—just eight of us, all with decades of logged dives—space never felt tight, even at peak snorkel hours. The boat’s 28-meter frame is deceptively spacious; our cabin, forward port, had cross-ventilation that made AC almost redundant. Mornings began with lightly spiced banana pancakes and Sumatran coffee served on the upper deck, where the silence was only broken by the occasional cry of a brahminy kite. The only hitch? Satellite Wi-Fi, while functional, struggled during upload-heavy moments—manageable, given the intention of the trip. What stood out was the crew’s quiet attentiveness: no overbearing service, just intuitive timing. One evening, they anchored in a glassy cove near Sebayur Island, lit paraffin lanterns along the rails, and served tatakan-style tuna with torch ginger. Not performance, but hospitality as second nature. A day longer would’ve suited us—always the sign of a journey that lands just shy of satiation.
Iris Quinn
Singapore, SG
Tara by Nusa Coral operates with the precision one expects from a 2021-built phinisi, yet avoids the sterility some new yachts carry. Our group of eight—mix of Singapore and Sydney friends—found rhythm quickly. Manta Point was predictable in the best way: mantas arrived like clockwork, circling the cleaning station as we floated above. The real surprise was Pink Beach at low tide—walking the exposed reef flat, examining starfish clusters, then swimming back as the water rose. The galley served nasi goreng with truffle oil one evening—a quiet nod to modernity without gimmick. Cabins are well-spaced; even with full occupancy, privacy never eroded. Minor note: USB-C ports in cabins would future-proof charging. But when sunset cocktails are served with house-infused palm gin, you hardly notice.
Zoe Harrington
London, GB
Sailing on Tara by Nusa Coral during my solo journey through eastern Indonesia was precisely the reset I needed. At 28 meters, she’s compact enough to feel intimate, yet every surface speaks of considered design—teak decks that don’t scorch underfoot, linen-draped cabins with cross-ventilation that renders AC almost redundant. We anchored at Crystal Rock at dawn; slipping into the water before the day boats arrived, I swam through schools of fusiliers with near-zero visibility distortion—the clarity was optical. Later, Padar Island’s west ridge offered that now-iconic view, though I preferred the lesser trail on the south face, less photographed, more raw. The crew anticipated needs without hovering—exactly the balance a solo traveller values. Only critique? Wi-Fi is more symbolic than functional, which in hindsight, I appreciated. Tara doesn’t perform luxury; she inhabits it quietly.
Oliver P.
Vancouver, CA
As part of a seven-strong dive contingent, I can say Tara by Nusa Coral accommodated our kit, schedules, and quirks without compromise. Her dive platform is intelligently laid—gear bins, rinse tanks, camera station—no tripping over BCDs. Manta Point delivered the usual ballet, but it was Taka Makassar the next morning that stole the show: strong current, walls pulsing with soft corals, and a cleaning station where mantas circled within arm’s reach. The boat’s 2021 build shows in the details—carbon shaft, whisper-quiet generator, ensuite bathrooms with real drainage. One evening, we anchored off Manjarite and did a night snorkel; the bioluminescence was sparse but magical. Only suggestion: perhaps an extra dive day if itinerary allows. Still, hard to fault a rhythm this well tuned.