Komodo Honeymoon Cruise: Private Balcony Jacuzzi Suites

Liveaboard boat cabin with teak panelling, king bed in white linen and a window looking out to blue sea
Liveaboard boat cabin with teak panelling, king bed in white linen and a window looking out to blue sea

For a Komodo honeymoon cruise the cabin choice is short: Lady Grace has two Suite Ocean View cabins, and they are the only cabins on board with a private balcony and jacuzzi. Open-trip rate is IDR 8,500,000 per person for the 3D2N itinerary, minimum two people – which a couple meets by definition. If you would rather not share the boat at all, the whole 34-metre phinisi charters from IDR 94,000,000 for one night or IDR 123,000,000 for two, for up to ten guests. Park fees are extra.

Rate note. Every rupiah figure on this page is the operator’s published rate read on 31 July 2026. Komodo National Park fees are set by government regulation, are not included, and change without notice. Ask the booking desk to confirm the current total in writing before you pay a deposit.

The cabins that work for couples

All ten cabins have a private bathroom and air conditioning, so the difference between grades is view, bed configuration and outdoor access rather than basic comfort. For two people the shortlist is three grades.

Cabin comparison for couples, open-trip rates per person, 3D2N, published 31 July 2026. A sundeck jacuzzi is available to all guests.
Cabin gradeOn boardBedPrivate balconyJacuzziOpen trip per person
Suite Ocean View2DoubleYesYes, privateIDR 8,500,000
Junior Suite Ocean View1DoubleYesNoIDR 8,000,000
Grand Deluxe Ocean View2DoubleNo, sea-view windowNoIDR 7,750,000
Deluxe4DoubleNo, portholeNoIDR 5,750,000
Superior1-2Bunk bedNoNoIDR 5,250,000

The practical order: Suite Ocean View if the balcony matters, Junior Suite if you want the balcony without the jacuzzi, Grand Deluxe if the view from bed is enough. Superior cabins are bunk beds and are not a couples grade. Cabin-by-cabin detail is on the Suite Ocean View cabin page and the full cabin options overview.

One honest caveat. The operator’s published specification lists a single bunk-bed Superior cabin while the cabin section lists two. If Superior berths matter to your group, ask the booking desk to confirm the exact count for your departure before you commit.

Taking the whole boat

Couples charter the full vessel more often than you would expect – for elopements, small weddings, anniversary trips with both families, or simply because two people on a boat built for twenty-four is the most private thing money buys in this park.

Whole-boat private charter, 2026-2027 published rates (31 July 2026)
Duration1-10 guests11-20 guestsEach additional guest
2D1NIDR 94,000,000IDR 100,000,000IDR 4,000,000
3D2NIDR 123,000,000IDR 129,000,000IDR 5,500,000
4D3NIDR 157,000,000IDR 165,000,000IDR 7,000,000

On a charter you set the schedule. That is worth more here than in most destinations, because the two best moments of the itinerary are at the ends of the day and both are negotiable when nobody else is on board. Charter mechanics are on the private phinisi charter page, and if you only have one night, the 2D1N charter page sets out exactly what fits.

The moments the route actually delivers

No invented amenities on this page – just the parts of the standard itinerary that happen to be extraordinary for two people.

  • Kalong Island at dusk. The boat anchors off the mangroves and thousands of flying foxes lift off against the sunset while dinner is served on the open deck. It lasts about twenty minutes and needs no arranging.
  • Padar at 06:00. A stepped climb in the dark to the three-bay viewpoint, with the light arriving while you are up there. Go early and the ridge is close to empty.
  • Taka Makassar at midday. A crescent sandbar that surfaces with the tide, surrounded by unusually clear water. The most photographed place on the route for good reason.
  • The sundeck between stops. Jacuzzi, open seating, no schedule for an hour or two while the boat repositions.

The photo and video package is included: drone, GoPro and mirrorless coverage with the raw footage handed over. There is no edited film in the package, and the drone ticket is a separate cost quoted by the operator at around IDR 2,100,000 with a seven-day permit lead time.

What we can and cannot arrange

Stated plainly so nothing is assumed. Anything not listed as included should be confirmed in writing before you pay.
RequestPosition
Suite Ocean View with private balcony and jacuzziYes – two cabins on board, book early
Whole-boat privacy for twoYes, at the published charter rate
All meals on board, dietary requirementsYes – tell the desk at booking
Drone and camera coverage of the tripIncluded, raw footage handed over
Alcohol and celebration drinksNot included in the fare – discuss with the desk before departure
Onboard ceremony, decoration or catering extrasAsk the desk – these are quoted case by case, not standing inclusions
Guaranteed manta sightings or guaranteed weatherNo. Nobody in this park can promise either

What is included

What the rate includes

  • Accommodation on board for the full itinerary
  • All meals prepared on board
  • Mineral water, coffee and tea
  • English-speaking guide
  • Snorkelling gear and life vests
  • Premium photo and video coverage with drone, GoPro and mirrorless camera (raw footage handed over)
  • Hotel or airport pickup and drop-off within the Labuan Bajo mainland area near the harbour

What it does not include

  • Komodo National Park entrance and conservation fees (government-regulated, subject to change)
  • Flights to and from Komodo Airport, Labuan Bajo
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages beyond water, coffee and tea
  • Personal snacks
  • Drone ticket, quoted by the operator at approximately IDR 2,100,000, with the permit requested seven days ahead
  • Crew gratuities

Best months for a honeymoon sailing

April to November is the dry season and June to September is the most settled – flat water, 20-30 metres of visibility, and the highest chance the Padar sunrise is actually a sunrise. That is also when the Suite cabins clear first. December to March brings peak manta sightings and lower prices across the market, at the cost of rain and reduced visibility.

Komodo month-by-month conditions. Water temperature runs 26-29 C at most sites, dropping to 24-26 C in south Komodo during the July-September upwelling.
MonthSea and weatherTypical visibilityWhat it means on the water
JanuaryWet, heaviest rain10-15 mPeak manta season at Karang Makassar
FebruaryWet, heaviest rain10-15 mPeak manta season, routes adjusted for swell
MarchWet, easing10-15 mEnd of the peak manta window
AprilStart of the dry season20-30 mSeas settling, fewer boats
MayDry20-30 mStrong manta sightings with better visibility
JuneDry, most settled20-30 m+Prime conditions, calendars fill early
JulyDry, most settled20-30 m+Peak demand; south Komodo water cools to 24-26 C
AugustDry, most settled20-30 m+Peak demand; upwelling continues in the south
SeptemberDry, most settled20-30 m+Prime conditions, demand easing late in the month
OctoberDry20-30 mWarm, calm, good value
NovemberEnd of the dry season20-30 mTransitional, still widely sailed
DecemberWet begins10-15 mManta numbers rising, holiday demand high

Full pricing across every duration and cabin grade sits on the luxury Komodo cruise overview. If both Suites are taken on your dates, more Komodo sailing options may have equivalent cabins on another hull.

Book Lady Grace

Suite cabins are the first to go in the June-to-September window. Send your dates early and the desk will confirm availability and hold terms in writing.

Lady Grace is operated by Komodo Luxury, Labuan Bajo. Quotes, availability and payment terms are issued by the operator in writing.

Frequently asked questions

Which Lady Grace cabin has a private jacuzzi?
The Suite Ocean View grade. There are two of these cabins on board, each with a double bed, private bathroom, private balcony and jacuzzi, at IDR 8,500,000 per person on the 3D2N open trip. A separate jacuzzi on the sundeck is available to all guests.
Can a couple book an open trip, or do we need the whole boat?
Open-trip rates are per person with a two-person minimum, so a couple qualifies exactly. The whole boat is only necessary if you want complete privacy.
How much is a private charter for just the two of us?
The 1-10 guest rate applies regardless of how few of you there are: IDR 94,000,000 for 2D1N, IDR 123,000,000 for 3D2N and IDR 157,000,000 for 4D3N. Park fees are separate.
Can you arrange a wedding or ceremony on board?
Ask the desk directly. Ceremony, decoration and celebration catering are quoted case by case and are not standing inclusions in the published rate, so get anything you are counting on confirmed in writing.
When is the most romantic time to sail?
June to September gives the most settled seas and the clearest water, which is when the Padar sunrise and the Taka Makassar sandbar are at their best. It is also the busiest window, so book the Suites early.
Is alcohol available for a celebration?
Mineral water, coffee and tea are included; alcoholic and other beverages are not. Raise it with the desk before departure so arrangements can be discussed.
Are photos of the trip included?
Yes – drone, GoPro and mirrorless coverage is included, with the raw footage handed over rather than an edited film. The separate drone ticket is quoted by the operator at approximately IDR 2,100,000 with a seven-day permit lead time.