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    Arenui sky deck with loungers and Indonesian island scenery

    Arenui

    43 m boutique dive phinisi for 16 guests with eight spacious ensuite cabins

    Cruising Areas

    Komodo & Sumbawa

    Current schedules include Komodo Focus, Komodo–Sumbawa and Transnusa voyages using Labuan Bajo, Bima or Bali. Exact sites depend on conditions and the published departure.

    Raja Ampat

    Seasonal Raja Ampat and Greater Raja Ampat expeditions operate from Sorong, with longer combinations extending toward Maluku, Halmahera or Triton Bay.

    Alor, Banda & Forgotten Islands

    Expedition routes connect Alor, Maluku and the Banda Sea, Triton Bay and the Forgotten Islands. These are extended itineraries with embarkation ports varying by departure.

    Who This Suits

    Best suited to certified divers, underwater photographers, couples and small groups seeking extended boutique expeditions. Dive groups and sites are adjusted to certification, experience, safety and conditions.

    Vessel at a Glance

    • Phinisi
    • 43 m length × 9 m beam; 3.75 m draft
    • 16 guests
    • 9–11 knots
    • Shared + Charter
    • 5D4N+
    • Dive Resort
    • Kayak, Snorkeling Gear

    About This Vessel

    Arenui is a 43-metre boutique Indonesian phinisi created for luxury diving expeditions across the archipelago. The vessel accommodates a maximum of 16 guests in eight spacious cabins, with a large onboard team supporting diving, dining and guest services.

    The cabin layout includes two upper-deck Master Suites named Rama and Shinta, each measuring 20 sqm with a king-size bed and seven sea-view windows. Barong and Ganesh are two 19 sqm upper-deck Deluxe Twin Cabins with separate single beds and dedicated desks. Four lower-deck Deluxe Cabins—Legong, Garuda, Toraja and Dayak—measure 20–21 sqm and use king or queen beds with convertible sofas available for flexible family or small-group arrangements. Every cabin has a private ensuite bathroom, hot-water shower, individually controlled air conditioning, minibar and safety deposit box.

    Arenui's sky deck combines an open-air restaurant, sunbathing space and a raised lounge. The main restaurant spans the vessel's width, while the dive deck supports tender-based entries, dedicated camera handling, rinse areas and both 110V and 220V charging points. Technical equipment published by the operator includes Furuno radar, GPS and echo sounder, SSB radio, satellite phone, life rafts, oxygen and extensive first-aid equipment.

    Current expeditions cover Komodo, Sumbawa, Alor, Maluku and the Banda Sea, Raja Ampat, Triton Bay and the Forgotten Islands. The published 2026 schedule includes an eight-night Transnusa trip from USD 5,900 per person, eleven-night Komodo–Sumbawa trips from USD 7,810, and eleven-night Raja Ampat voyages from USD 7,700. Availability and exact prices vary by departure.

    Cruise prices include full-board cabin accommodation, onboard meals and soft drinks, scheduled shore excursions, guided diving with tanks and weights, airport-to-boat transfers and government taxes. Flights, hotels before or after the cruise, alcoholic drinks, equipment rental beyond tanks and weights, nitrox, fuel surcharges, port and park fees, spa treatments, laundry, telecommunications, insurance and gratuities are excluded.

    Amenities & Facilities

    Activities

    Safety & Navigation

    • Safety equipment
      Emergency Oxygen
    • Navigation
      SSB Radio
    • Engine
      Mitsubishi marine 10-cylinder 440 HP
    • Cruising speed
      9–11 knots

    The Cabins

    Rama & Shinta Master Suites

    2 cabins Sleeps 2 guests
    Handcrafted double cabin interior aboard Arenui
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Individual Air Conditioning
    • Panoramic Ocean View
    • King Bed
    • Hot Shower
    • Minibar
    • Safety Deposit Box

    Two 20 sqm upper-deck suites for couples, each with a king-size bed, seven sea-view windows, sofa area, ensuite bathroom, hot-water shower, individual air conditioning, minibar and safe.

    Barong & Ganesh Deluxe Twin Cabins

    2 cabins Sleeps 2 guests
    Twin-bed deluxe cabin with carved wood interior aboard Arenui
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Individual Air Conditioning
    • Twin Single Beds
    • Hot Shower
    • Desk
    • Minibar
    • Safety Deposit Box

    Two 19 sqm upper-deck cabins for two guests, each with twin single beds, a spacious desk, two large windows, ensuite bathroom, hot-water shower, individual air conditioning, minibar and safe.

    Legong, Garuda, Toraja & Dayak Deluxe Cabins

    4 cabins Sleeps 2 guests
    Lower-deck deluxe cabin with double bed and convertible sofa aboard Arenui
    • Private Bedroom
    • Ensuite Bathroom
    • Individual Air Conditioning
    • King or Queen Bed
    • Convertible Sofa Bed
    • Hot Shower
    • Minibar
    • Safety Deposit Box

    Four 20–21 sqm lower-deck cabins with king or queen beds and convertible sofa beds. Each has three portholes, an ensuite bathroom, hot-water shower, individual air conditioning, minibar and safe.

    Pricing Overview

    • From
      $5,900 /person
    • Booking options
      Shared + Charter
    • Trip durations
      5D4N+
    • Price last verified
      2026-09-09

    Included in Your Rate

    • Included
      Airport Transfer, Accommodation Onboard, 3 Meals Daily, Snacks, Dive Guide, Local Guide / Ranger, Towels & Toiletries

    Not Included & Extra Costs

    • Not included
      Alcoholic Beverages, Crew Gratuity, Dive Equipment Rental, Flights, Laundry, Nitrox Surcharge, Personal Expenses, Spa & Massage, Travel / Dive Insurance
    • Komodo National Park fee
      Not included

    Book This Vessel

    Availability and quotes for Arenui are handled by the operator directly. KomodoInsider does not take bookings or add a commission.

    Check dates on the operator site

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    Operator-declared. Specifications and rates on this page are as published by the operator and their booking agents, not independently inspected by KomodoInsider. Last checked .

    Cabins & Berths

    • Total cabins
      8
    • Bed configuration
      King, Queen, Twin Single
    • En-suite bathroom
      All cabins
    • Hot shower
      Yes
    • Air conditioning
      Individual control per cabin

    Routes & Departure

    • Departure port
      Labuan Bajo

    Komodo National Park Fees

    What you payAmountBasis
    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.
    • SiOra is the park’s e-ticketing and SIMAKSI system. Reserve before travel; Ministry guidance recommends completing the reservation by H-1. An operator can assist, and self-service is available at the Komodo Visitor Center and KP3 terminal.
    • Payment is cashless through the methods available in SiOra, including BRIVA or bank transfer and supported e-wallets. Keep the e-ticket and ensure the traveller details are correct.
    • A 1,000-visitor daily quota has applied since 1 April 2026 to the main visitor islands and 23 dive sites. Availability therefore depends on the travel date and registered itinerary.
    • The final SiOra total can include entrance, activity, vessel and special-use charges. Ask the handling operator for an itemised total before issuance.
    • Official public guidance does not state one universal refund or rescheduling rule for every reservation. Confirm the current SiOra terms in writing before the ticket is issued, including treatment of weather disruption.

    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.

    Cancellation & Booking Policy

    • If you cancel
      Cancellation and refund terms are set by the operator. Confirm the written policy before payment; KomodoInsider does not take payments or handle refunds.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How many guests can Arenui accommodate?

    Arenui accommodates up to 16 guests in eight cabins, supported by an onboard team of approximately 24 crew.

    What cabins are available aboard Arenui?

    There are two Rama and Shinta Master Suites, two Barong and Ganesh upper-deck Deluxe Twin Cabins, and four lower-deck Deluxe Cabins named Legong, Garuda, Toraja and Dayak.

    Do all Arenui cabins have private bathrooms?

    Yes. Every cabin has an ensuite bathroom with hot-water shower, individually controlled air conditioning, minibar and safety deposit box.

    Where does Arenui sail?

    Published expeditions cover Komodo, Sumbawa, Alor, Maluku and the Banda Sea, Raja Ampat, Triton Bay and the Forgotten Islands.

    Are national park fees and nitrox included?

    No. The operator lists park and port fees, nitrox refills and fuel surcharges among the additional charges or exclusions.

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