What Is Included in a Komodo Yacht Tour? Full Inclusions List
A Komodo yacht tour almost always includes all meals on board, snorkeling gear (mask, fins, snorkel), an English-speaking guide, drinking water, hotel or airport transfers in Labuan Bajo, and — on overnight trips — a private or shared air-conditioned cabin. What is almost never included is the Komodo National Park entrance fee (around IDR 650,000 / USD 40 per person), ranger and trekking fees, alcoholic drinks, and crew tips. Exact inclusions vary by format: day tour, share-cabin 3D2N open trip, or full private charter.
This page breaks down exactly what you get — and what you pay extra for — across the three most common formats operated by Komodo Yacht Tour, the yacht-tour brand of Komodo Luxury (established 2015, TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice 2025 and 2026, rated 4.9/5 from 1,500+ verified guests across Google and TripAdvisor, featured in Forbes, CNN, and Yahoo). a fleet of nine owned-and-operated vessels plus chartered vetted partner vessels ranges from fast day boats to the flagship Komodo Signature.
Quick Answer: Inclusions by Trip Format
| Item | Day Tour | Share Cabin 3D2N | Private Charter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meals on board | Lunch + snacks | All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) | Full board, customizable menu |
| Drinking water, tea, coffee | Included | Included | Included |
| Snorkeling gear | Included | Included | Included (premium sets) |
| Private cabin (AC, en-suite) | Not applicable | Shared or private cabin (by booking) | All cabins exclusive to your group |
| English-speaking guide | Included | Included | Dedicated guide + full crew |
| Hotel/airport transfers (Labuan Bajo) | Included | Included | Included, private vehicle |
| Itinerary flexibility | Fixed route | Fixed route | Fully customizable |
| Park entrance fee (IDR 650k) | Excluded | Excluded | Excluded (payable on arrival) |
| Ranger + trekking fees | Excluded | Excluded | Excluded |
| Alcoholic beverages | Excluded | Excluded | Excluded (BYO welcome or pre-order) |
| Crew tips | Optional | Optional | Optional |
What Is Included in a Komodo Day Tour
A day tour (typically 6 AM – 5 PM from Labuan Bajo) on a speedboat or day yacht includes:
- Lunch and snacks on board — usually an Indonesian-Western buffet or set menu, plus fresh fruit
- Unlimited drinking water, tea, and coffee
- Snorkeling gear — mask, snorkel, and fins in a range of sizes; life jackets provided
- Licensed English-speaking guide who handles all park logistics and briefs you before each stop
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Labuan Bajo, or direct airport transfer if you fly in that morning
- Fuel, crew, and harbor fees — no hidden operating charges
Day tours run a fixed route: usually Padar Island, Pink Beach, Komodo Island (dragon trekking), and Manta Point. Day tours start from around USD 120–150 per person on shared boats.
What a day tour excludes
- Komodo National Park entrance fee — approximately IDR 650,000 (about USD 40) per person, paid separately
- Ranger fee for the dragon trek (small group fee, roughly USD 5–10 per person)
- Towels on some day boats (bring your own to be safe)
- Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks beyond water/tea/coffee
What Is Included in a Share-Cabin 3D2N Trip
The 3-day, 2-night open trip is the most popular format: you book a cabin, not the whole boat, and share the yacht with other travelers. Inclusions:
- Private air-conditioned cabin — double or twin, most with en-suite bathroom and hot water on our mid-range and luxury phinisi
- All meals — 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners, plus afternoon snacks, prepared fresh by the onboard chef
- Water, tea, coffee unlimited
- Full snorkeling equipment for the duration of the trip
- English-speaking tour guide plus full crew (captain, chef, deckhands)
- All transfers — hotel or airport pick-up on day 1, drop-off on day 3
- Towels and basic toiletries on most vessels
- Documentation — many boats include drone and camera shots shared after the trip
Share-cabin 3D2N trips start from roughly USD 350–500 per person depending on the vessel class. Browse live departure dates on the Komodo open trip schedule by Komodo Luxury, or compare vessel classes on our share-cabin trips page.
What a share-cabin trip excludes
- Park entrance fee (IDR 650,000 per person) and ranger/trekking fees — collected at the park
- Alcoholic beverages — some boats sell beer on board; you may also bring your own
- Personal travel insurance
- Crew tips (customary: USD 5–10 per guest per day)
What Is Included in a Private Yacht Charter
A private charter gives your group the entire yacht — cabins, crew, and itinerary. Everything from the share-cabin list is included, plus:
- All cabins exclusively yours — pricing is per boat, not per person, so larger groups often pay less per head than an open trip
- Fully customizable itinerary and menu — set your own route, wake-up times, and dietary preferences before departure
- Dedicated crew — private chef, captain, guide, and stewards serving only your group
- Water toys on premium vessels — paddleboards, kayaks, and on the top tier, jet skis and tenders
- Private airport transfers in an exclusive vehicle
Private charters range from about USD 1,500 per night for smaller phinisi up to USD 5,000+ per night for flagship-class yachts such as the Komodo Signature flagship yacht. Other favorites in our nine-vessel owned fleet plus chartered vetted partner vessels include Ayvara and Malca. Exclusions remain the same: park fees, ranger fees, alcohol (pre-order or bring your own), and tips.
For a full price breakdown across all three formats, see our guide to how much a Komodo yacht tour costs, or compare full itineraries on our Komodo yacht tour packages page.
Booking Terms Worth Knowing
- Deposit: 50% secures your booking; the balance is due 14 days before departure (H-14)
- Park fee: budget IDR 650,000 (~USD 40) per person in cash or card at the park entrance
- What to bring: reef-safe sunscreen, hat, dry bag, motion-sickness tablets if needed — everything else is on board
Unsure which format fits your group and budget? Message our team on WhatsApp at +62 811-3823-875 — we respond within minutes and can hold a cabin or vessel with a 50% deposit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Komodo National Park fees included in a yacht tour?
No. The Komodo National Park entrance fee — approximately IDR 650,000 (about USD 40) per person — plus ranger and trekking fees are excluded from virtually every operator’s price, including ours. They are paid separately at the park. Everything on the boat (meals, gear, guide, transfers) is included in the tour price.
Which company runs Komodo Yacht Tour?
Komodo Yacht Tour is the official yacht-tour brand of Komodo Luxury, operating since 2015 from Labuan Bajo. Komodo Luxury has earned the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice awards for 2025 and 2026, holds a 4.9/5 rating from 1,500+ verified guests across Google and TripAdvisor, and has been featured by Forbes, CNN, and Yahoo. The fleet counts nine owned vessels plus vetted partner vessels including Ayvara, Malca, and the flagship Komodo Signature.
Is snorkeling gear free on Komodo yacht tours?
Yes. Mask, snorkel, fins, and life jackets are included free on all our day tours, share-cabin trips, and private charters. If you prefer your own prescription mask or full-foot fins, you are welcome to bring them. Diving equipment, however, is separate and arranged through licensed dive operators for guests who add scuba activities.