Spot Komodo Dragons, Manta Rays, And Dugongs With This Luxurious Indonesian Yacht Charter

While Bali is renowned worldwide for its lush landscapes, incredible food scene, and high concentration of opulent resorts, it’s far from the only Indonesian island worth visiting. From the wildlife-laden jungles of Sumatra to the snorkeling paradise of northern Sulawesi, the archipelago is rife with spectacular destinations for nature lovers—and one island in particular comes equipped with a particularly hair-raising resident.

Located in the province of East Nusa Tenggara, the island of Komodo is best known for one species in particular: the Komodo dragon. The largest extant lizard on the planet, these fearsome creatures draw huge crowds of ecotourists to the island in the hopes of catching a glimpse of a few individuals—and for those wishing to experience the height of luxury in between dragon searches, a trip with ALEXA Private Cruises is tough to beat.

Measuring in at 31 meters long, the opulent ALEXA yacht offers unparalleled luxury within a refurbished cargo ship. Specially designed to offer the most romantic honeymoon imaginable, this polished vessel is equipped with just one cabin, providing ample space for its two guests. Amenities aboard range from fresh seafood offered daily to open-air stargazing platforms to a bar loaded with world-class wines and spirits—and with 2023 in full swing, the ALEXA team is ready to unroll a particularly memorable adventure experience.

Just beyond the borders of Komodo National Park, the pristine Alfuros Island is a shining example of the natural splendor of Indonesia, equipped with verdant vegetation and scenic sandy beaches. While it’s certainly a sight to behold, the island also offers close to zero artificial structures—a quality that the founders of ALEXA are planning to highlight with their next bookable voyage. Working in tandem with R.O.C.S. Design Studios, the company is launching a Robinson Crusoe-esque experience that will teach guests how to collect firewood, care for crops, and catch fresh seafood, each activity carefully curated to sharpen their wilderness survival skills. While it’s certainly an arduous undertaking, the surrounding area is set to offer its fair share of luxurious amenities as well, with hammocks, rock pools, and even art museums constructed along the coast.

The experience is set to include up to 12 guests, but humans aren’t the only company that you’ll have during your time on Alfuros Island. All 32 acres of the isle act as a refuge for indigenous Indonesian wildlife, with no shortage of creatures to encounter during a visit. For wildlife lovers, the tangled mangrove forests play host to a massive array of fish, crustaceans, and birds, and lucky visitors may be able to catch a glimpse of Jeff, the resident dugong. Just past the shoreline, the island’s reef is a haven for tropical fish, sharks, and massive manta rays—and of course, the region’s iconic komodo dragons are less than a half hour away by speedboat.

There’s a plethora of options for exploring Indonesia’s most scenic islands, but when it comes to true luxury, ALEXA is a veritable master of the craft. From wilderness survival training to the world’s most memorable honeymoon, there’s no shortage of incredible experiences curated across the archipelago by this world-class company. If you’ve been dreaming of a bucket list-worthy adventure across Southeast Asia, an excursion with ALEXA just might be the perfect fit.