Two expedition-class vessels — Aqua Blu and Kudanil Explorer — delivering five-star Komodo and Banda Sea voyages to rival the world’s finest expedition cruise lines.
A luxury expedition voyage from Labuan Bajo represents the absolute pinnacle of maritime exploration in Indonesian waters. Our voyage category features two exceptional expedition-class vessels — Aqua Blu and Kudanil Explorer — that transcend ordinary yacht charter to deliver experiences comparable to the world’s finest expedition cruise lines.
These are not simply large boats. They are purpose-built floating luxury hotels with expedition capabilities, onboard naturalists, and itineraries designed for deep cultural and ecological immersion across Komodo National Park, the Banda Sea, and beyond.
Two flagship voyages curated for travellers who’ve done resorts and yachts and now want something extraordinary.
AQUA Expeditions
Royal Navy Heritage
15 cabins · 30 guests · 60 m
Originally a British Royal Navy vessel transformed into a superlative expedition yacht by AQUA Expeditions. Onboard spa, multiple dining venues, fully equipped dive centre, and expert naturalist guides. Scheduled itineraries between Labuan Bajo and Ambon traverse the Banda Sea’s legendary dive sites and the remote Spice Islands — some of the most comprehensive Indonesian archipelago voyages anywhere.
Adventure-Luxury
57 m Expedition
8 cabins · 16 guests · 57 m
A 57-metre expedition vessel offering adventure-luxury voyages through Komodo National Park and Raja Ampat. Combines serious expedition capability with refined hospitality — zodiac excursions to remote beaches, night dives at unexplored sites, cultural village visits, returning each evening to gourmet dining and premium cabin comfort.
These voyages appeal to experienced travellers who’ve done luxury resorts and standard yacht charters — travellers seeking something genuinely extraordinary, intellectually stimulating, and adventurously immersive while maintaining the highest standards of comfort.
Professional naturalist and marine biologist guides on every voyage — expert interpretation of Komodo’s ecology and culture.
Zodiac boats enable landings at beaches and villages inaccessible to commercial tour vessels.
Lectures, briefings, and curated cultural encounters integrated into each sailing day.
Onboard experience matches international expedition cruise lines — Silversea, Ponant, Lindblad calibre.
Both vessels operate scheduled multi-night itineraries departing from Labuan Bajo — private full-vessel charter also available.
Aqua Blu Signature 7 or 12 nights
Traverse the Komodo Archipelago, Flores Sea, and Banda Sea on the most comprehensive Indonesian archipelago voyage available. Includes legendary Banda dive sites, remote Spice Islands, and onboard expert lecture programme.
Kudanil Explorer 4–7 nights
Komodo-focused itineraries with optional extension to Raja Ampat. Zodiac landings, night dives at unexplored sites, cultural village visits, and gourmet dining each evening on the upper deck.
Voyage bookings operate on a per-cabin / per-person basis for scheduled departures, or full vessel charter for private groups. Given limited capacity and high demand — especially in peak season — many voyages sell out 6–12 months in advance.
Join scheduled departures — per-person rates from USD 4,000+.
Private exclusive use of either vessel with custom routing.
6–12 months for peak (Apr–Oct); 2–3 months off-peak.
Everything travellers ask about expedition voyages from Labuan Bajo.
A luxury expedition voyage is a multi-night sailing experience aboard an expedition-class vessel with professional naturalist guides, zodiac excursion boats, onboard dive centres, and itineraries designed for deep cultural and ecological exploration of Komodo National Park and beyond.
Per-person rates start from USD 4,000–5,000+ for multi-night scheduled departures. Full vessel private charter is available at premium rates. Both Aqua Blu and Kudanil Explorer offer all-inclusive pricing covering meals, activities, naturalist guides, and equipment.
Voyages feature expedition-class vessels with professional naturalist guides, structured educational programmes, zodiac excursion capabilities, and longer multi-destination itineraries. Yacht charters offer more flexibility and privacy on smaller vessels with customisable routes and schedules.
Book 6–12 months ahead for peak season departures, especially for Aqua Blu's signature Labuan Bajo to Ambon routes. Off-peak bookings can sometimes be made 2–3 months ahead. Private full-vessel charters require 4–6 months advance planning.
Smaller groups or shorter trips? See our private yacht, luxury cruise, and superyacht options.
Tell us your preferred vessel, dates, and route — our expedition team will check availability across Aqua Blu and Kudanil Explorer and respond within 24 hours.
Check Voyage AvailabilityLast updated: May 2026
