Magika Liveaboard is a 26.74-metre wooden phinisi with 9 ensuite cabins, a maximum of 22 guests and 6 crew — a ratio of about one crew member to every 3.7 guests. Whole-boat private charter for 2027 starts from USD 5,750 for 3D2N (1-5 guests), and shared cabins start at USD 310 per person.
The vessel, in numbers
Most Komodo operators describe their boats with adjectives. This page uses the operator specification sheet instead, because a suite plan and a crew ratio are the two things that actually decide whether a week at sea feels luxurious or merely expensive.
Source of vessel specifications: Komodo Luxury charter listing for Magika and the Indonesia Juara Trip fleet listing, both checked 1 August 2026. Figures below are the operator-published specification, not an estimate.
Hull and machinery
| Specification | Magika |
|---|---|
| Length overall | 26.74 m |
| Beam | 6.03 m |
| Hull type | Traditional wooden phinisi — ironwood and balau |
| Cruising speed | 8 knots |
| Main engine | Mitsubishi 6D22 |
| Generators | Mitsubishi 4D 30 KVA + emergency 7,500 |
| Fresh water capacity | 5 tons |
| Navigation | GPS |
| Cabins | 9, all air-conditioned and ensuite |
| Maximum guests | 22 |
| Crew | 6 |
TABEL-SUITE — the nine cabins, bed by bed
The cabin mix is what makes Magika unusual in the 26-metre class: a genuine master cabin with a balcony sits on the same boat as bunk-bed superiors, so a family group and a couple can share one charter without anyone feeling short-changed.
| Cabin | Qty | Sleeps | Bed configuration | Notes | Shared-departure rate (per person, 3D2N) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Ocean | 1 | up to 3 | King + trundle | Private bathroom; private balcony with bathtub | USD 520 |
| Signature Ocean | 1 | up to 3 | Queen + trundle | AC, private bathroom | USD 490 |
| Deluxe Ocean | 3 | 2 each | Queen | AC, private bathroom | USD 460 |
| Family | 1 | up to 4 | King + 2 single bunks | AC, private bathroom | USD 400 |
| Superior | 2 | 2 each | 2 single bunks | AC, private bathroom | USD 340 |
| Studio | 1 | 2 | 2 single beds | AC, private bathroom | USD 310 |
| Total | 9 | 22 | — | — | USD 310-520 |
Note how the berth arithmetic works: 3 + 3 + 6 + 4 + 4 + 2 = 22. That maximum only occurs when every trundle and every bunk is occupied. Charter groups of 12 to 16 are the sweet spot, and the rate bands below are built around exactly that.
TABEL-KRU — six crew, and what each of them does
| Metric | Figure | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Crew on board | 6 | Captain, engineer, cook and deck/guide roles are covered on every departure |
| Crew per guest at 22 guests | 1 : 3.7 | Full-load open trip; service is efficient rather than personal |
| Crew per guest at 16 guests | 1 : 2.7 | Typical private charter; the ratio most groups actually experience |
| Crew per guest at 10 guests | 1 : 1.7 | Small private charter; effectively a butlered boat |
| Guide | Included in every published package | Snorkelling and island guiding are not an upsell |
| Dive guide | Included on diving packages, up to 3 dives daily | Tanks and weights included; personal gear rental is separate |
Compare this honestly: a 54-metre luxury motor yacht in Komodo may carry 14 to 18 crew for 14 guests. Magika is not that boat and does not price like it. What six crew on 26.74 metres does deliver is a boat where the cook knows how many guests are aboard and the captain knows every anchorage by name.
2026-2027 whole-boat rates at a glance
| Package | 1-5 guests | 6-10 | 11-15 | 16-20 | Additional guest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D1N sailing | USD 4,700 | USD 5,300 | USD 5,800 | USD 6,200 | USD 350 |
| 3D2N sailing | USD 5,750 | USD 6,450 | USD 7,150 | USD 7,750 | USD 400 |
| 4D3N sailing | USD 7,050 | USD 7,900 | USD 8,900 | USD 9,950 | USD 450 |
| 5D4N sailing | USD 8,200 | USD 9,600 | USD 11,000 | USD 12,350 | USD 450 |
| 6D5N sailing | USD 9,600 | USD 11,300 | USD 12,800 | USD 13,850 | USD 500 |
The full seasonal breakdown, including the 2027 private diving grid, sits on whole-boat charter pricing by season, and the deposit schedule is set out under rates, deposit and cancellation policy.
Best for…
- Mixed-generation family groups. One Family cabin, one Master with a balcony and two bunk Superiors means grandparents, parents and teenagers can all be housed appropriately on one hull.
- Groups of 12-16 who want the whole boat. The 11-15 band at USD 7,150 for 3D2N is where the cost per person collapses to roughly USD 477.
- Divers who want three dives a day without changing boats. The diving package includes tanks, weights and a dive guide.
- Solo travellers and couples on a budget. The Studio at USD 310 per person on a shared 3D2N departure is the cheapest way onto an ensuite phinisi of this size.
- Not ideal for guests who need a stabilised steel hull, a spa, or a dedicated cabin steward. Those exist in Komodo, at USD 20,000-27,000 per night.
If you want to see how Magika sits inside a wider fleet, the operator maintains a full comparison of every Komodo liveaboard it charters, from deluxe phinisi to VVIP motor yachts. Our own like-for-like table lives at what makes a Komodo liveaboard luxury, and the full question set is at the Magika FAQ hub.
Frequently asked questions
How many cabins does Magika Liveaboard have?
Nine. One Master Ocean, one Signature Ocean, three Deluxe Ocean, one Family, two Superior and one Studio cabin. Every cabin is air-conditioned with its own bathroom.
What is the maximum number of guests on Magika?
Twenty-two guests when every berth including trundle and bunk beds is used. A 16-guest load is the comfortable working number for a private charter.
What is the crew-to-guest ratio on Magika?
Six crew for up to 22 guests, which is 1 crew per 3.7 guests at maximum load, or 1 crew per 2.7 guests on a typical 16-guest charter.
How long is Magika?
26.74 metres length overall with a 6.03 metre beam, built as a traditional wooden phinisi from ironwood and balau timber.
Which cabin has the private balcony?
The Master Ocean cabin. The fleet listing describes it with a king bed plus trundle, private bathroom and a private balcony with a bathtub.
How fast does Magika cruise?
Around 8 knots, driven by a Mitsubishi 6D22 main engine. That speed is the reason the Kalong-to-Padar leg is normally sailed overnight rather than in daylight.
What is the starting whole-boat price for 2026?
USD 5,750 for a 3D2N private sailing charter with 1-5 guests, which works out at about USD 2,875 per night for the entire vessel.
Does every cabin have a private bathroom?
Yes. All nine cabins are listed with air conditioning and an ensuite bathroom; hot water is available through the onboard water heater.
Book Magika Liveaboard
Magika is operated and marketed by Komodo Luxury, part of Juara Holding Group, working out of Labuan Bajo since 2015. Rates, cabin availability and departure dates are confirmed by the reservations desk before any deposit is taken.
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- Email: [email protected]
Rate tables on this page were checked against the operator rate card on 1 August 2026. Prices are quoted in USD for whole-boat charter and per person for shared departures, and are confirmed in writing at booking.