Magika is booked with a 50% deposit, with the balance due 30 days before departure. Bookings placed a year ahead can stage payment at 30% upfront, 20% at 120 days and the balance at 30 days. The deposit is non-refundable on cancellation. Whole-boat rates run USD 4,700 to USD 13,850; 2027 private diving starts at USD 11,000.
The full rate card, in one place
Most Komodo operators make you request a rate. This page publishes the numbers so you can budget before you enquire, and so that any quote you receive can be checked against something.
TABEL-HARGA — private sailing charter, whole boat
| Package | 1-5 guests | 6-10 | 11-15 | 16-20 | Additional guest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day charter | USD 4,400 – 5,050 depending on group size | On request | |||
| 2D1N | USD 4,700 | USD 5,300 | USD 5,800 | USD 6,200 | USD 350 |
| 3D2N | USD 5,750 | USD 6,450 | USD 7,150 | USD 7,750 | USD 400 |
| 4D3N | USD 7,050 | USD 7,900 | USD 8,900 | USD 9,950 | USD 450 |
| 5D4N | USD 8,200 | USD 9,600 | USD 11,000 | USD 12,350 | USD 450 |
| 6D5N | USD 9,600 | USD 11,300 | USD 12,800 | USD 13,850 | USD 500 |
Private diving charter — 2026 versus 2027
| Package | 1-5 guests 2026 | 1-5 guests 2027 | 16-20 guests 2026 | 16-20 guests 2027 | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3D2N | USD 9,500 | USD 11,000 | USD 12,200 | USD 14,100 | +~16% |
| 4D3N | USD 12,650 | USD 14,600 | USD 15,400 | USD 17,750 | +~15% |
| 5D4N | USD 15,750 | USD 18,200 | USD 18,550 | USD 21,400 | +~15% |
Shared departures — per person, 3D2N
| Cabin | Per person | Sleeps | Bed configuration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Ocean | USD 520 | up to 3 | King + trundle, balcony with bathtub |
| Signature Ocean | USD 490 | up to 3 | Queen + trundle |
| Deluxe Ocean | USD 460 | 2 | Queen |
| Family | USD 400 | up to 4 | King + 2 single bunks |
| Superior | USD 340 | 2 | 2 single bunks |
| Studio | USD 310 | 2 | 2 single beds |
TABEL-REFUND — deposit and payment schedule
| Booking type | At confirmation | At 120 days before departure | At 30 days before departure | Refundability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard booking | 50% deposit | — | Remaining 50% balance | Deposit non-refundable on cancellation |
| Year-advance booking | 30% deposit | Further 20% | Remaining 50% balance | Deposit non-refundable on cancellation |
| Additional guests above 20 | Charged at the package supplement | — | Settled with the balance | Follows the main booking |
| Park fees and levies | Not collected in advance | — | — | Paid on site in IDR |
Read that table with one thing in mind: a charter deposit buys a date out of the market. The vessel cannot sell that week to anyone else once your deposit lands, which is why the money does not come back. If your dates are uncertain, book later at a higher risk of unavailability rather than earlier at a risk of forfeiture.
What is included, and what you will still pay for
| Included | Excluded — budget for it | Indicative figure |
|---|---|---|
| All cabins, all meals, water, coffee and tea | Komodo National Park entry, foreign visitor | IDR 250,000 per person per visit (PP 36/2024) |
| Guide, snorkelling gear, life vests | Komodo National Park entry, Indonesian visitor | IDR 50,000 weekday / IDR 75,000 weekend or holiday |
| Labuan Bajo hotel or airport transfers near the harbour | Flights to Labuan Bajo | Denpasar-Labuan Bajo is roughly 1-1.5 hours non-stop |
| Drone, GoPro and mirrorless documentation, raw footage (sailing packages) | Drone permit inside the park | Quoted by the permit issuer |
| Up to 3 dives daily with guide, tanks and weights (diving packages) | Personal dive equipment rental | Charged separately |
| Towels, life jackets, water dispenser | Alcohol, personal snacks, laundry, insurance, gratuities | At your discretion |
Reading a Komodo quote properly
- Check the guest band. A quote for “up to 15 guests” at the 11-15 rate is not the same product as a 16-20 quote.
- Check the year. The 2027 diving card is roughly 15% above 2026; make sure the quote states which applies.
- Check what “all-inclusive” excludes. In Komodo it always excludes the park.
- Check the cancellation line. If it is not written down, it is not a policy.
- Ignore round numbers. Real rate cards look like USD 7,150 and USD 9,950, not USD 7,000 and USD 10,000.
Best for…
- Groups planning 12 months out. The staged 30/20/50 schedule spreads the cost across three payments.
- Divers booking before the 2027 changeover. The saving on a 5D4N is USD 2,450.
- Finance teams needing a defensible budget. Every figure here comes from a published rate card, not an estimate.
- Not ideal for travellers with unconfirmed dates, given the non-refundable deposit.
For the value comparison against other tiers see is a luxury Komodo liveaboard worth it, and for the verification framework see the 12-point luxury checklist. Guests looking east should see the luxury Raja Ampat programme. All remaining questions are at the Magika FAQ hub.
Frequently asked questions
How much deposit is required to book Magika?
50% of the charter value secures the booking, with the remaining balance due 30 days before departure.
Is the deposit refundable?
No. The published policy states the deposit is non-refundable upon cancellation, which is standard for charter vessels holding a date out of the market.
Can I book a year in advance?
Yes, on a staged schedule: 30% deposit upfront, a further 20% at 120 days before departure, and the remaining balance 30 days prior.
What are the 2027 rates?
The 2027 private diving grid is published: 3D2N from USD 11,000, 4D3N from USD 14,600 and 5D4N from USD 18,200 for 1-5 guests. Sailing charter rates for 2027 are confirmed by the reservations desk at enquiry.
How much did diving rates rise between 2026 and 2027?
About 15%. A 3D2N private diving charter for 1-5 guests moves from USD 9,500 to USD 11,000, and a 5D4N from USD 15,750 to USD 18,200.
What happens if the weather cancels my trip?
Weather decisions rest with the captain. December to March carries the highest cancellation risk. Discuss the operator’s re-scheduling practice in writing before you pay, and carry travel insurance.
Are park fees included in the quoted rate?
No. Komodo National Park entry is IDR 250,000 per foreign visitor per visit under PP 36/2024, and IDR 50,000 on weekdays or IDR 75,000 on weekends and public holidays for Indonesian visitors.
What currency are charters quoted in?
Whole-boat charters and shared cabins are published in USD. Park fees and local levies are paid in IDR.
Do I pay extra for guests above 20?
Yes: USD 350 per additional guest on 2D1N, USD 400 on 3D2N, USD 450 on 4D3N and 5D4N, and USD 500 on 6D5N, up to the 22-guest maximum.
How do I confirm the rate that applies to my dates?
Send your dates and headcount to [email protected] or WhatsApp +62 811 3823 875. The applicable rate and inclusions are confirmed in writing before any payment.
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.
- WhatsApp: +62 811 3823 875
- 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.