Description
Some charters are about hopping from one famous bay to another. This one is about space - open water, expansive horizons, and the deeply calming rhythm of cruising beyond the usual routes. Departing from Labuan Bajo, the yacht heads into the Savu Sea for an overnight experience that feels adventurous yet comfortable, with the possibility of dolphin and whale sightings in season and a remote anchorage theme inspired by Sumbaâs quieter coastline. It is ideal for guests who want to feel the oceanâs scale while still enjoying luxury service, gourmet dining, and a beautifully crafted traditional yacht as their private sanctuary.
About Our Service in Labuan Bajo - Savu Sea Open-Water Experience
This is a fully crewed, skippered overnight charter built for travelers who appreciate both comfort and discovery. The crew manages navigation and timing to keep the journey smooth and enjoyable, while still delivering that sense of âgoing fartherâ that open-water cruising brings. Your itinerary remains adaptable - the captain and crew can adjust stops to match sea conditions, visibility, and your preferred balance between swimming time and cruising time. Throughout the charter, you are served refined Asian fusion and gourmet meals, with attentive hospitality delivered in a discreet, professional style.
Day 1: Labuan Bajo - Savu Sea Cruising - Remote Anchorage
At 13:00, you board at Labuan Bajo marina and begin with welcome drinks, introductions, and a thorough safety briefing. As the yacht departs, the coastline of Flores gradually gives way to broader seascapes. By around 15:00, you are cruising in deeper water and the ocean feels different - larger, clearer, and more alive. Lunch is served onboard during this open-water leg, giving you a front-row seat to the Savu Seaâs shifting blues.
Seasonal marine life encounters are part of what makes this route special. Dolphins are sometimes seen riding the bow wave, and in certain months whales may pass through these waters. While wildlife is never guaranteed, the setting is ideal for watchful, quiet moments on deck - the kind of experience that feels truly memorable precisely because it is natural and unscripted.
By late afternoon, you approach a secluded anchorage in remote-feeling waters inspired by Sumbaâs untamed shoreline. Here, the pace becomes gentle again: a calm swim, an easy snorkel, paddleboarding in protected water, or simply relaxing with a cold drink while the yacht rests in peaceful surroundings. As the sun lowers, cocktails and light snacks are served for a sunset over the Savu Sea, where the horizon seems endless and the last light reflects in long, shimmering paths across the water.
Dinner is served fresh and beautifully presented, featuring local ingredients and international comfort options, and the night is spent anchored under clear skies. The atmosphere is quiet, spacious, and deeply restful - a feeling that is hard to find when traveling by land.
Day 2: Morning Calm - Return to Labuan Bajo
Breakfast is served with uninterrupted sea views, and the morning has the same unhurried character as the night before. Around 09:30, you can choose a final swim or snorkel in calm water, paddleboarding for photographs, or simple relaxation on deck while the crew prepares for the return journey. This is a charter where the âin-betweenâ moments matter - the soft light, the sound of water against the hull, and the luxury of not having to be anywhere else.
By late morning, the yacht begins cruising back toward Labuan Bajo. Floresâ dramatic coastline reappears in the distance, offering a beautiful contrast to the open-water experience you have just enjoyed. At 13:00, you arrive back at the marina for disembarkation, with the sense of ocean freedom still lingering.
About Our Yacht - 40.20 m Custom Made Traditional Yacht
This 40.20-meter custom made traditional yacht is crafted by Sulawesiâs master Konjo builders and refined through modern yacht design expertise to ensure safety, elegance, and comfort. With an 8.50-meter beam and a stable cruising profile at around 10 knots, she is well suited for smooth passages and relaxed ocean living. Fully air-conditioned interiors are designed specifically for tropical climates, providing cool comfort after sun time and ensuring restful sleep through warm nights.
She accommodates up to 14 guests in three spacious king suites, offering privacy and generous space for groups who expect premium standards. The yachtâs decks invite you to live outdoors - dining, lounging, and watching the horizon - while interior spaces provide refined comfort for meals, relaxation, and social gatherings. For water activities and remote shoreline access, the yacht carries two tenders, including a RIB with a 4-stroke 100 hp engine, adding flexibility for swim spots and tender excursions.
This Savu Sea overnight is for guests who want to feel Indonesiaâs ocean scale while still enjoying a polished, worry-free yacht experience. It pairs open-water cruising with quiet anchorage living, elevated dining with natural simplicity, and a sense of exploration with true comfort. If your ideal luxury is not just a beautiful destination but the feeling of being far from routine - surrounded by sea, sky, and space - this charter delivers a rare kind of reset, starting and ending conveniently in Labuan Bajo.
