Sail through the UNESCO-listed Komodo National Park aboard a traditional wooden phinisi schooner — the iconic vessel of the Indonesian archipelago — combining a guided Rinca dragon trek with sunset sailing and a freshly prepared Indonesian feast on deck.
What to expect
Step aboard a lovingly restored traditional phinisi schooner — polished teak decks, hand-carved woodwork, and billowing sails framing the volcanic silhouettes of Komodo National Park. Your full day begins with a guided Rinca Island dragon trek led by a licensed ranger, before returning to the phinisi for a freshly prepared lunch of grilled seafood and local Flores cuisine. The afternoon unfolds at Pink Beach for snorkelling and swimming, followed by sundowners on the bow as the sun melts into the Flores Sea in a blaze of orange and crimson. The combination of wildlife, culture, cuisine, and sailing is quintessentially Indonesian luxury.
Good to know
Confirm your charter date and headcount well in advance — phinisi charters fill quickly in peak season (July–September). The vessel meets guests at Labuan Bajo harbour, a short transfer from Rinca's cruise anchorage. Discuss all-aboard timing with the captain when booking; experienced operators are accustomed to working around cruise schedules. Bring light layers for the evening breeze on deck.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Rinca Island — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.