Carnaby
Carnaby Phinisi
A family reunion on a private boat
Updated 26 October 2026
A family reunion private boat in Labuan Bajo fits three generations: Carnaby 1 holds up to 14 guests, Carnaby 2 up to 21. 3D2N on Carnaby 2 for 17 to 21 guests is IDR 140,000,000 (≈ USD 8,589), or IDR 7,780,000 (≈ USD 477) per person at 18. Children under 3 travel free with a parent.
Three generations, one deck
Some paths are steep or loose, and the ranger decides how long a trek runs. Older guests can skip the Padar climb and the Komodo walk. Nobody misses the sundeck or the table on deck.
That's the point of a private boat. Nobody's watching a departure time, so grandparents can swim in the morning, join a short walk and be at the deck table when the others come back. For the whole trip, the boat is the family's.
Everyone gets the same briefing at the start, and the captain plans each day around your group.
Who does the climb and who stays on deck
Kelor is a short, steep hill of 15 to 30 minutes with a bay view at the top. Padar takes 25 to 45 minutes to the main viewpoint, and the ridge above it takes longer; stopping at the main viewpoint is a full visit. Komodo is a walk with a ranger, and the trails run from 45 to 120 minutes, with the shorter ones chosen for most groups.
All three need sturdy closed shoes. A family of 18 spreads out quickly, so agree a meeting point before anyone sets off. The Padar page and the Komodo page have the details.
Who sleeps in which cabin, three generations
Carnaby 1's Sharing Cabin sleeps four on two double beds, which suits parents with two children. Carnaby 2's Family Cabin takes 2 to 3 guests on a double bed and a single bed. The quote states the cabin plan.
The cabins sit on three decks: upper, main and lower. Tell us in your first message who struggles with stairs, and we confirm where they sleep. Cabin by cabin: Carnaby 1 cabins and Carnaby 2 cabins.
Run of show for a reunion
Day 1 is gentle on purpose: Kelor, a first swim at Manjarite, then the family dinner on deck after Kalong. Day 2 is the long one, and the family drops whatever it doesn't fancy.
For longer together, add a fourth day. Carnaby 1's 4D3N for 11 to 14 guests is IDR 95,000,000 (≈ USD 5,828), against IDR 75,000,000 (≈ USD 4,601) for 3D2N. The 4D3N page lists the stops.
Day 1
| What happens | Have ready | |
|---|---|---|
| · | Pickup in Labuan Bajo, time and meeting point confirmed in writing with your booking | passport or ID |
| · | Boarding | |
| · | Lunch on board | |
| · | Kelor hill walk and swim | trekking shoes, water |
| · | Snorkelling at Manjarite | mask and snorkel |
| · | Kalong Island at sunset, when the flying foxes leave | a light layer |
| · | Dinner on board | |
| 🌙 | Night aboard. Where the boat anchors for the night depends on the weather and the captain's decision on the day. | |
Day 2
| What happens | Have ready | |
|---|---|---|
| · | Breakfast on board | |
| · | Padar ridge walk | trekking shoes, water |
| · | Pink Beach swim and snorkel | reef-safe sunscreen |
| · | Komodo walk with a ranger | closed shoes, park ticket |
| · | Taka Makassar sandbar swim Tide-dependent | hat, water, mask and snorkel |
| · | Manta Point drift snorkel, by current and weather. Manta sightings are not guaranteed Tide-dependent | mask and snorkel |
| · | Dinner on board | |
| 🌙 | Night aboard. Where the boat anchors for the night depends on the weather and the captain's decision on the day. | |
Day 3
| What happens | Have ready | |
|---|---|---|
| · | Breakfast on board | |
| · | Sebayur Island swim and snorkel | mask and snorkel |
| · | Kanawa Island swim and snorkel | mask and snorkel |
| · | Back in Labuan Bajo on day 3, the return time is confirmed in writing |
Price for 16 and for 18 relatives
Sixteen relatives on Carnaby 2 pay IDR 129,000,000 (≈ USD 7,914) for 3D2N, whole boat, which is IDR 8,060,000 (≈ USD 494) each. Eighteen pay IDR 140,000,000 (≈ USD 8,589), or IDR 7,780,000 (≈ USD 477) each. Sixteen is the top of the 13 to 16 band; at 17 the next one begins.
The rate is per boat and the 2026 rates apply. Who pays for what: included are the boat, the crew, the harbour transfer, meals, coffee, tea, water, snacks, fruit, towels, life jackets and snorkelling gear. Yours are park fees, flights, hotel, insurance, gratuities and alcohol. The guide, decoration and a photographer are on request, quoted separately. The comparison page explains the rest.
Carnaby 1 Phinisi
| Guests | per boat | per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1–6 | IDR 70,000,000 (≈ USD 4,294) | IDR 11,670,000 |
| 7–10 | IDR 73,000,000 (≈ USD 4,479) | IDR 7,300,000 |
| 11–14 | IDR 75,000,000 (≈ USD 4,601) | IDR 5,360,000 |
Carnaby 2 Phinisi
| Guests | per boat | per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1–12 | IDR 118,000,000 (≈ USD 7,239) | IDR 9,830,000 |
| 13–16 | IDR 129,000,000 (≈ USD 7,914) | IDR 8,060,000 |
| 17–21 | IDR 140,000,000 (≈ USD 8,589) | IDR 6,670,000 |
Carnaby 1 Phinisi
| Group size | 2D1N | 3D2N | 4D3N | 5D4N | 3D2N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | IDR 31,500,000 | IDR 35,000,000 | IDR 42,500,000 | IDR 49,000,000 | — |
| 4 | IDR 15,750,000 | IDR 17,500,000 | IDR 21,250,000 | IDR 24,500,000 | — |
| 6 | IDR 10,500,000 | IDR 11,670,000 | IDR 14,170,000 | IDR 16,330,000 | — |
| 8 | IDR 8,120,000 | IDR 9,120,000 | IDR 11,250,000 | IDR 13,750,000 | — |
| 10 | IDR 6,500,000 | IDR 7,300,000 | IDR 9,000,000 | IDR 11,000,000 | — |
| 12 | IDR 5,670,000 | IDR 6,250,000 | IDR 7,920,000 | IDR 10,000,000 | — |
| 14 | IDR 4,860,000 | IDR 5,360,000 | IDR 6,790,000 | IDR 8,570,000 | — |
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Carnaby 2 Phinisi
| Group size | 2D1N | 3D2N | 4D3N | 5D4N | 6D5N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | IDR 47,000,000 | IDR 59,000,000 | IDR 74,000,000 | IDR 86,000,000 | IDR 98,000,000 |
| 4 | IDR 23,500,000 | IDR 29,500,000 | IDR 37,000,000 | IDR 43,000,000 | IDR 49,000,000 |
| 6 | IDR 15,670,000 | IDR 19,670,000 | IDR 24,670,000 | IDR 28,670,000 | IDR 32,670,000 |
| 8 | IDR 11,750,000 | IDR 14,750,000 | IDR 18,500,000 | IDR 21,500,000 | IDR 24,500,000 |
| 10 | IDR 9,400,000 | IDR 11,800,000 | IDR 14,800,000 | IDR 17,200,000 | IDR 19,600,000 |
| 12 | IDR 7,830,000 | IDR 9,830,000 | IDR 12,330,000 | IDR 14,330,000 | IDR 16,330,000 |
| 14 | IDR 7,290,000 | IDR 9,210,000 | IDR 10,930,000 | IDR 12,640,000 | IDR 14,360,000 |
| 16 | IDR 6,380,000 | IDR 8,060,000 | IDR 9,560,000 | IDR 11,060,000 | IDR 12,560,000 |
| 21 | IDR 5,260,000 | IDR 6,670,000 | IDR 7,810,000 | IDR 8,950,000 | IDR 10,100,000 |
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Guests flying in from several cities
The organiser's note: give everyone the same arrival day, and make it the day before sailing. Labuan Bajo is reached by domestic flight, mostly via Bali, Jakarta or Surabaya, so connections decide the day. The flights page covers flights and the hotels page lists hotels for a group.
Pickup in Labuan Bajo from the airport, a hotel or the harbour is part of the booking, and the time and the meeting point are confirmed in writing. A Toyota HiAce seats up to 12, so a family of 18 needs a second vehicle or a larger coach on request.
FAQ
Can children and grandparents join a celebration trip?
Yes. Children under 3 travel free with a parent or guardian, and a private charter is priced per boat. The Padar and Komodo walks are optional, and older guests can stay on the boat. The sundeck, the cabins and the deck table are shared by every generation.
Is Padar too hard for older relatives?
It is a 25 to 45 minute climb to the main viewpoint on a steep, loose path, and sturdy shoes matter. It is optional, and the viewpoint can be a stop partway. Relatives who skip it keep the morning on the boat.
What life jackets are on board for children?
Both boats list life jackets only: Carnaby 1 lists 20, Carnaby 2 lists life jackets without a count. Give us the ages and we confirm what is on board before you pay.
Is a 4-day trip too long for a reunion?
It suits a family that flies in from far. Carnaby 1's 4D3N for 11 to 14 guests is IDR 95,000,000 (≈ USD 5,828), and its 3D2N is IDR 75,000,000 (≈ USD 4,601). The fourth day is Kanawa, a shallow, easy swim before the harbour.
How do we book cabins for 18 relatives?
Eighteen relatives book Carnaby 2 as one party, with ten cabins of which nine sleep 2 and the Family Cabin sleeps 2 to 3. Send names, ages and pairings; we answer with a cabin plan before the deposit.
Do children pay full price?
Children under 3 travel free with a parent or guardian; from that age a child counts as a guest. A private charter is priced per boat by group size, so the child raises the headcount that sets the band. The written quote states the count.
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Carnaby is published and booked by PT Komodo Explorer Indonesia, a booking partner for Carnaby 1 and Carnaby 2. The boats belong to their owner.