A new-build phinisi takes 12–24 months. Brief now to earn through the 2027 peak season (April–October).
Plan a 2027 launchThe Komodo boat desk
One accountable desk
We broker existing phinisi and speedboats, commission new builds from South Sulawesi shipyards, and place boats into Komodo charter income. A specialist maritime brand under Juara Holding Group.
- Brokerage & sourcing Vetted boats, qualified buyers.
- New-build phinisi Built to brief in South Sulawesi.
- Charter-managed Your boat, working for income.
- One desk Buy, build, flag and run.
What we broker & build
Traditional phinisi, fast day-boats or charter-ready liveaboards — one desk handles the deal end to end.
Komodo liveaboards
Overnight vessels with cabins, crew space and four-day autonomy inside the park.
Labuan Bajo berths
Boats already working the harbour, sold with crew, mooring and forward bookings.
The honest economics
Ownership cost vs charter income
A Komodo boat is a real asset with real running costs. Run well in charter, the right vessel can offset much of that — we share indicative figures, never promised returns.
- Indicative, never guaranteed Income depends on vessel, season and occupancy.
- Real running costs Crew, fuel, berth, maintenance, insurance and park fees.
- Operator-grade insight We charter boats in Komodo ourselves.
- One accountable desk Buy, build, flag and charter-manage with one team.
“Tell us your budget and how you want to use the boat — we will source it, build it or value it honestly, or tell you plainly if the deal is not worth doing.”
- Fake listings or prices
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- Desk for buy, build & charter
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How buying works
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Tell us the brief
Budget, use, size and timeline — we give an honest steer.
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Source or design
A shortlist of brokered boats, or a new build scoped with a yard.
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Survey & diligence
Hull, engines and documents, plus flagging and ownership guidance.
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Handover or income
Take delivery in Labuan Bajo, or go straight into charter.
Where shall we start?
What would you like to do?
Pick a starting point and we will put you straight onto WhatsApp with the boat desk. Indicative only — nothing is committed.
Where the boats work
Labuan Bajo harbour
The working harbour where most Komodo boats are based, inspected and handed over.
Komodo National Park
Pink beaches, manta channels and dragon islands — the cruising ground behind Komodo charter.
Padar & the north
Iconic viewpoints and sheltered anchorages found on every multi-day itinerary.
South Sulawesi shipyards
Bira, Tana Beru and Bulukumba — where traditional phinisi are built.
Raja Ampat (seasonal)
Some Komodo vessels reposition seasonally to the reefs of Raja Ampat.
Komodo boat sales, answered
Are there really Komodo boats for sale?
Yes — through brokerage and new-build, not a fixed showroom. Tell us your budget and use, and we source or commission to brief. We publish no fake inventory.
How much does a phinisi cost?
It depends on size, age and fit-out. A small traditional phinisi can start in the low hundreds of thousands of US dollars; a large luxury new build runs into seven figures. All figures indicative.
Can I commission a brand-new phinisi?
Yes. New builds come from traditional yards in South Sulawesi and typically take 12–24 months. We handle the brief, the yard, milestones and the move to Labuan Bajo.
Can a boat earn charter income in Komodo?
It can. With charter-management your boat is marketed, crewed and run while you own it. Returns vary with vessel, season and occupancy and are never guaranteed.
Why buy through a Komodo broker?
Survey, flagging and ownership structure need local know-how. A broker who operates here helps you avoid a tired hull, a bad document trail or an over-priced deal.
From the journal
2027 Komodo Boat Market Report: Inventory, Demand and Deal Flow
Financing a Komodo Purchase Through Charter Forward-Bookings
The Two-Boat Strategy: Operators Pairing Phinisi With Speedboats
Handover at Sea: Delivery Protocols for Komodo Transactions
Price per Cabin: The Metric Komodo Buyers Compare First
Thinking of owning a phinisi in Komodo?
Tell us what you have in mind — buying, a new build or charter income. We reply with an honest assessment and clear next steps. No pressure.