

Published routes depart Labuan Bajo for 2D1N, 3D2N or 4D3N circuits through northern and southern Komodo. Stops and order depend on duration, weather, currents and park operations.
Suitable for families and groups seeking private or selected shared Komodo departures. The current rate table supports up to 24 guests; older capacity claims of 26 rely on trundle-bed use and should be reconfirmed for overnight sailing.
Zada Hela is a traditional Indonesian phinisi built from ironwood and teak for private charters and selected shared cruises through Komodo National Park. The vessel measures 29.98 metres by 5.27 metres and departs from Labuan Bajo, with eight air-conditioned ocean-view cabins and hot-water bathrooms.
The current cabin sheet and rate table support up to 24 guests: two master bedrooms with double beds and six deluxe rooms, with two standard guests per cabin plus trundle-bed arrangements. Some older catalogues advertise up to 26 guests when trundles are used. Groups above 24 should confirm the exact extra-bed allocation, bathroom arrangement and approved overnight capacity before booking.
Shared spaces include a dining and entertainment area, a promenade deck, forward sun deck, casual infinity-style deck seating, karaoke and a smart TV. Published navigation equipment includes Garmin GPS and VHF radio. The stated cruising speed is 8–14 knots, while snorkeling equipment is included for Komodo activities.
Published itineraries run from 2 days and 1 night to 4 days and 3 nights, linking Kelor, Manjarite, Kalong, Padar, Pink Beach, Komodo Island, Manta Point, Taka Makassar and Sebayur depending on conditions. The current 2D1N private-charter package starts at IDR 50,000,000 for one to four guests and scales by group size. National park fees, flights, crew gratuities, personal snacks and selected beverages are excluded.
Two ocean-view master bedrooms with double beds, air conditioning, private hot-water bathrooms and trundle-bed arrangements. Standard occupancy is two per room; extra-bed use must be confirmed.
Six ocean-view deluxe rooms with air conditioning, private hot-water bathrooms and trundle-bed arrangements. Standard occupancy is two per room; extra-bed use must be confirmed.
Availability and quotes for Zada Hela are handled by the operator directly. KomodoInsider does not take bookings or add a commission.
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| What you pay | Amount | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Park entrance, foreign visitor | Rp 250,000 ≈ $14 | per person, per day The statutory Class I entrance rate. The 150% holiday rule applies to Indonesian visitor and student rates, not this foreign visitor rate. |
| Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, normal day | Rp 50,000 ≈ $3 | per person, per day The normal-day Class I entrance rate. |
| Park entrance, Indonesian visitor, holiday or collective leave | Rp 75,000 ≈ $4 | per person, per day 150% of the normal Indonesian visitor rate on the dates covered by the statutory holiday rule. |
| Indonesian student group, normal day | Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 | per person, per day For Indonesian student groups of at least five people. |
| Indonesian student group, holiday or collective leave | Rp 37,500 ≈ $2 | per person, per day 150% of the normal student-group rate; the minimum group size remains five. |
| Scuba diving activity | Rp 25,000 ≈ $1 | per diver, per day A separate activity charge in addition to the applicable entrance fee. |
| Motorised vessel entry | Rp 100,000–200,000 per boat, per day | Rp 100,000 for 40–100 HP, Rp 150,000 for 101–500 HP, and Rp 200,000 above 500 HP. |
| Drone use | Rp 2,000,000 ≈ $112 | per unit, per day A separate special-use charge. Complete the required SiOra/SIMAKSI process before travel. |
Statutory fees under Peraturan Pemerintah No. 36 Tahun 2024, in force since 30 October 2024. Verified 31 August 2026 against the official PP 36/2024 schedule, the Ministry of Forestry SiOra notice and the Ministry’s 2026 quota notice. Amounts are payable in rupiah; dollar figures are courtesy estimates converted at Rp 17,900 and rounded.
Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Zada Hela has eight air-conditioned ocean-view cabins: two master bedrooms and six deluxe rooms.
The current rate table supports up to 24 guests. Some older catalogues mention 26 with trundle beds, so groups above 24 should confirm the approved overnight capacity before booking.
The published 2D1N private-charter package starts at IDR 50,000,000 for one to four guests and increases by group size.
Yes. The current vessel specification lists a private bathroom with hot water in each cabin.
No. Komodo National Park entrance and related government fees are excluded.
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