MV Charlie - Komodo Cruises

The Charlie is a 18m/59ft custom made live-aboard catering up to 10 passengers in 3 air-conditioned cabins for 2 persons with bathrooms and toilets attached and one air-conditioned four-bed dorm with outside toilet and shower. On the top deck, a living room and library are at your disposal, equipped with a stereo, TV and DVD player allowing you to immediately view your videos and pictures.

A spacious dive deck in the back provides easy access to tenders and dive sites. Charlie carries 14 tanks, 2 Bauer Mariner compressors and nitrox is available on request. Because safety on board is our main concern, the vessel is fitted with all internationally required safety equipment.

Charlie is perfect for small groups who would like to charter this discount live-aboard and make up their own itinerary. We’ll take families with children to the most amazing beaches and snorkel areas, photographers or video makers to shoot their favourite subjects… You decide which is Charlie’s next destination.

Vessel specifications:

• Total length: 18m / 59ft
• Beam: 4m / 13ft
• 1 Dinghy: fiberglass
• Motorization: Mercedes 130HP
• Cruising speed: 7 knots
• Generators: 15kW and 20kW
• Fuel capacity: 2.000 liters
• Navigational equipment: GPS, depth sounder
• Communication system: satellite telephone
• Safety equipment: life jackets, first-aid box, oxygen, emergency evacuation plan with sea-plane
• Other Equipment: 2 Bauer compressors, water maker, nitrox membrane system
• Electricity: standard European 220v outlets, adaptors available. Limited 110v available
• Diving equipment: 10 tanks, nitrox on request
• Accommodation: 6 guests in 3 cabins (AC and en-suite)
• Common facilities: living room with library, TV and DVD, large dive deck
• Extras: snorkeling equipment, laundry, towels
• International and oriental meals. Water, coffee and tea 24h.
• Bar offers beer, wine and soft drinks

Please contact us for availabilities, prices and all your questions. We are happy to book your local flights for you. Komodo-Cruises.Com

Our operation  eliminates the long boat trip from Bali to the Komodo Park by taking you on a domestic flight from Denpasar to Labuanbajo, the gateway to komodo national park. From Labuhanbajo airport we take you with speedboats to our boats , which are permanently based in the park getting you fast to the best that Komodo has to offer! Which is a lot! (the transfer (incl airport taxi and speedboat ) from airport to the boat is approx 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes )

This means we don’t have fixed departures , and always loop the boats around a  flexible itinerary in the park. This flexible itinerary is slightly different with the seasons . during the dry season (JUNE JULY AUGUST) the main southeastern trade wind will make diving and sailing in the south very uncomfortable (viz goes down to a few meters ) , so we will stay in the north and the middle of the park (NEW from 2010 we will try to do some 3 day trips to WEST KOMODO during these months) . During the wet monsoon, (JANUARY FEBRUARY ) (It doesn’t really rain much in this part of Indonesia , not even in the raining season ) the main winds are north western , and it is sometimes not possible to dive the northern most dive sites, so we mainly dive the middle and the south of the park. The rest of the year (march, april, may and September,  October, November , December ) it is possible to go all over the park (you will need to book a 10 night trip to be able to do so). During the monsoon months when we can not cover the north or the south we recommend you to book 7 night trips maximum.(unless chartered trips where we can include other areas outside the park such as Banta and Sanggean )

Currents are vicious in Komodo national park therefore it’s impossible to make fixed day to day itineraries, our cruise directors , dive masters and captains will mutually design the best possible itinerary on the spot … This will guarantee you the best diving and sailing experience during your stay in the park. We will always do the dragon trekking in Rinca island ranger station (possible wildlife and dragon sightings (guaranteed) are far superior than the trekking offered on the Komodo ranger station ).  

To give you an idea of what is waiting for you here  , we have included a description of some of our dive sites, trekkings and excursions you may expect during your stay with us. For non divers the possibilities to do  snorkeling and other activities are excellent all over the park, and we will have a separate tender and guide for ready you  …. Komodo , a must if you are visiting Indonesia ….

Please contact us for availabilities, prices and all your questions. We are happy to book your local flights for you. Komodo-Cruises.Com

MV Charlie - Non Diving Program
MARCH to OCTOBER 2011, 7days - 6 nights

We run this program non stop, it is possible to book and get in any day of the week and for any number of days (price per night 140 US$ pp).

Day 1: Any Monday : North Komodo (night @ mooring Gili Lawa Darat)

• Flight Bali –Labuanbajo. Pick up from airport
• Speedboat transfer to the Mona Lisa boat (depending on sea conditions this nice speedboat ride takes about 45 minutes)
• Welcome drink, lunch and check in. Start your adventure immediately and go beach combing and snorkeling around the tropical paradise of Gili Lawa Darat.
• Hike uphill on Gili Lawa Laut in the late afternoon and enjoy a spectacular view and sunset over the surrounding islands of the Komodo National Park.

Day 2: Any Tuesday : North komodo (night @ karang makassar mooring)

• After breakfast, go for some world class snorkeling on Gili Lawa Laut and relax on the gorgeous white sand beaches of this island.
• Go ashore on Komodo Island for a wonderful hike through the bush, looking for flying foxes, wild birds, and other extraordinary fauna and flora.
• In the afternoon, we set sail for Karang Makassar. The highlight here is a manta ray cleaning station. Bring your cameras, because this is an experience you’ll never want to forget!

** Please note diving is possible (optional) anytime (see our diving program for possible dives during your trip ).

Day 3: Any Wednesday (night @ Pantai Merah mooring)

• In the early morning, enjoy the nice idyllic beach on Karang Makassar, put on your snorkel, and submerge in the wonders of the underwater world. With some luck, you’ll again be swimming with mantas.
• After lunch we sail to Pantai Merah, and if the weather gods are with us, we raise all the sails and turn of our main engine… There are of course plenty of possibilities to go snorkeling on the way.

Day 4: Any Thursday (night @ Pulau Padar)

• After breakfast, we go for a 2 to 3 hour trek to Banu Ngullung to search for Komodo Dragons (Varanus Komodensis). This magnificent reptile, which can grow up to three meters in length and can weigh over 150 kg, is one of the few remaining links to the days when dinosaurs roamed the planet. We will also see Timorensis deer, wild boars and birds.
• We will have lunch and do some fantastic snorkeling at the famous pink beach, one of the most beautiful tropical locations around the world.
• In the afternoon, you will have the possibility to visit the authentic village of Komodo, meet the people, and buy some souvenirs.
• Sailing to Pulau Padar

** Book now , any day , for as long as you like (for trips less than 3 nights an additional speedboat transfer fee of 15 US$ one way applies).

Day 5: Any Friday (night @ Pulau Padar)

• Climb the rock of Padar, and let the amazing views over the park take your breath away.
• Padar also hosts excellent beaches and snorkeling. In the afternoon, we take the speedboat to Rinca’s Lehok Gingga on the western side, where we recommend you go for a hike around the hills and along the beaches, see some small dragons and other wildlife such as wild boars, Sumba deer and even wild horses.

Day 6: Any Saturday (Night @ Karang Makassar or Gini Lawa Darat)

• We have an early morning start with a 2 hour hike through the wilderness of Rinca to search for wild Komodo Dragons, soaking up the sun around the springs. We will also look for wild water buffaloes, Feral horses, wild boars, Timorensis deer, crab-eating macaques and birds.
• We go back to the Mona Lisa for lunch and sail back to Karang Makassar, checking again for manta rays in the afternoon.

** From Bali to the heart of Komodo in 3 hours, contact us for booking local flights !

Day 7: Any Sunday (night @ mooring gili lawa darat)

• Returning customers transfer to Labuanbajo
• Guest that stay on board, will visit Tatawa Island for some nice snorkeling and beaches before returning to Gili Lawa Darat for the night.

Please contact us for availabilities, prices and all your questions. We are happy to book your local flights for you. Komodo-Cruises.Com

MV Charlie - Diving Program
Price Detail - 250 USD per person per night

Price Included:

• Unlimited diving (4 or 5 divers per day)
• Full service on board including 3 meals per day and snacks
• Transfer from Labuanbajo airport to vessel (For trips less than 3 nights an additional speedboat transfer of 15 USD applies one way)
• Water, soft drinks, coffee and tea available 24h/self service
• Tanks, weights, use of snorkeling equipment, sea kayak and zodiac services
• Western cruise director / dive master and the 9 crew members
• All excursions as specified in the program

Not included:

• Transport to/from Bali airport • Domestic flight from Bali to Labuanbajo • Alcoholic beverages • Personal expenses • Rental of diving equipment (75 USD per week) Nitrox (150 USD per trip) • Komodo National Park entrance fees • Optional: tips for the crew

MV Charlie - Non Diving Program
Price Detail - 200 USD per person per night

Price Included:

• Full service on board including 3 meals per day and snacks
• Transfer from Labuanbajo airport to vessel (For trips less than 3 nights an additional speedboat transfer of 15 USD applies one way)
• Water, soft drinks, coffee and tea available 24h/self service
• Use of snorkeling equipment, sea kayak and zodiac services
• Western cruise director and the 9 crew members
• All excursions as specified in the program

Not included:

• Transport to/from Bali airport • Domestic flight from Bali to Labuanbajo • Alcoholic beverages • Personal expenses • Komodo National Park entrance fees • Optional: tips for the crew

MV Charlie Full Charter
@2011 - Max 6 pax - 990.00 USD per night

Please contact us for availabilities, prices and all your questions. We are happy to book your local flights for you. Komodo-Cruises.Com