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Kudanil Explorer

A stylish and exclusive expedition ship for surfing, diving and adventure cruises through Indonesia.

Overview

Originally launched in 1978 as a safety standby vessel for the oil industry, then refitted in 2018 specifically for charter use, the 164-foot Kudanil Explorer is a robust expedition yacht with an industrial exterior that’s stylishly complemented by a modern and luxurious interior. She accommodates sixteen guests in eight spacious cabins for surfing, diving and adventure cruises through the Indonesian archipelago.

Chic Cabins

On the upper deck are eight, 161-square-foot, stylish guest cabins, each of which is essentially the same and comes with one king-size bed or two single beds. Additional beds are available for children upon request. Facilities include adjustable air-conditioning, Wi-Fi and an entertainment system that includes movies and TV series. Folding glass doors open onto an expansive 118-square-foot private terrace fitted with a large daybed, chairs, and a coffee table. Each cabin has a private 48-square-foot bathroom.

Life On Board

Across the ship’s generous 11,000 square feet of space, you’ll find an indoor restaurant and bar, a Library lounge, the Kudanil cinema, an alfresco jacuzzi offering glorious views of the passing scenery, the Java Spa, an outdoor dining area, a top deck sun lounge for working on your tan, and the Sky saloon. A massage therapist is on board for every trip, while expert surf guides are rostered onto every surf trip to guide you to the best waves, supervise water safety and provide a high standard of detailed coaching if you want to learn to surf or to transform your style.

Dining

Meals are a blend of Indonesian and Western gourmet cuisine, and all meals are included. The ship follows a scheduled menu, but the chef is extremely happy to tailor to your specific taste and the opportunity for this is provided well in advance.

On Board Equipment And Facilities

Three tenders, diving equipment and two fixed compressors with Nitrox, four stand-up paddle boards, ten kayaks including six transparent kayaks, a wakeboard, a water-ski, and a ping-pong table are all provided for your entertainment and fun. The ship provides a diverse selection of shortboards, fishes and longboards for your use. Along your voyage, you’ll have the company of 21 crew who’ll make sure your experience is exceptionally comfortable.

Destinations

The Kudanil Explorer follows the monsoon, voyaging from East to West to cruise in calm seas. You’ll have the luxury of tailoring your trip and selecting your preferred destinations. In Nusa Tenggara Timur, you can surf the hidden breaks of Rote and Savu. In Komodo, Raja Ampat and the Banda Islands, you can snorkel or dive at some of the world’s most magnificent sites and encounter giant manta rays, gentle whale sharks and more coral fish species than anywhere else on this planet.

Perfect for groups of friends or extended families, your adventure will be shaped around your own interests and passions, from surfing, diving and water sports to cultural explorations through the traditions and daily life of some of the world’s remotest communities. The richness, culture, beauty, spectacular scenery, and diversity of Indonesia awaits you.

Itineraries & Prices

All itineraries are subject to change due to seasonal weather conditions (and resultant variations in river and tributary water levels) affecting accessibility to locations. Thus navigation routes, times and excursions may need to be modified at the cruise captain’s or your guide's discretion.

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9-Day Special Guest

9 Day - Jungle to Sea with Dr. Lawrence Blair (Bali - Komodo)

itinerary map

Welcome to Jungle

AM: Arrive to Denpasar airport, where your private transfer will welcome you to Bali and your adventure will begin at Capella Ubud, Bali. Perhaps you’ll explore the Camp, lounge by the Cistern or enjoy Afternoon Tea in the Officers Tent.

You’ll meet your fellow explorers and your host Dr. Lawrence Blair for some sunset storytelling and introduction to the adventures that await you.

PM: Dinner will be served in the split-level tented dining room named in honor of the famous Danish spice trader and peace maker of Bali, Mads Lange. Your Indonesian “Rijsttafel” feast will include classic dishes, designed for sharing using ancient recipes inspired by the spice trail across the Nusantara archipelago.

Kudanil Explorer - Bali & Komodo with Capella Ubud - Day 1
Location
Ubud
Day
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Culture on Fire

AM: After a leisurely breakfast you will start your day with a choice of “Capella Curates” activities – a jungle trek or an authentic water purification ritual. Perhaps you’ll enjoy your 90-minute Balinese massage in the afternoon.

PM: Early evening we’ll depart to a Balinese Palace that has granted our small group private and exclusive access for a full tour with the High Priest followed by an unforgettable fire dance performance.

Kudanil Explorer - Bali & Komodo with Capella Ubud - Day 2
Location
Ubud
Day
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Explore

AM: Plan this day however you desire. You could visit the lively center of Ubud to shop, dine or visit the Monkey Forest. You may decide to spend the day lounging by your private pool or enjoying another spa treatment. The Capella team will be available to help craft your perfect day.

PM: Dinner will ignite some ‘fire to the soul’, as our chefs at the award-winning Api Jiwa restaurant create exciting Asian barbecue food served in an intimate, lively atmosphere.

Kudanil Explorer - Bali & Komodo with Capella Ubud - Day 3
Location
Ubud
Day
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Jungle to Sea

AM: After breakfast we will head to the airport for the short flight to Komodo. Arrive in Labuan Bajo airport, where its only a 15 minutes ride to the Kudanil. Welcome aboard!

PM: After an hour’s sail, we do our first check dive before going on to moor for sunset where a cloud of thousands of bats take off for the night. Enjoy a snorkel, kayak or water-ski session before dinner is served.

Kudanil Explorer - Bali & Komodo with Capella Ubud - Day 4
Location
Labuan Bajo
Day
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Mantas & Pink Beach

AM: Wake up in a magnificent bay before we set out to snorkel and dive the site around Manta Alley which, as the name suggests, is a perfect place to see these peaceful rays with their enormous wingspans. Many guests describe this landscape with its steep cliffs as one of the most spectacular they have seen in Indonesia.

PM: We will then cruise towards Padar Island where we will spend a relaxing afternoon on the beach before ascending Pulau Padar for its magnificent sunset view point, a highlight of the National Park.

Kudanil Explorer - Bali & Komodo with Capella Ubud - Day 5
Location
Komodo National Park
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Dragon & Turtles

AM: In the morning, we visit the rangers at Loh Buaya to look for the infamous, endemic Komodo Dragons before we snorkel and dive the pristine coral reef of Pulau Saiba, home to numerous turtles.

PM: For sunset, we go ashore at Gili Lawa Laut, for a trek up to the hilltop to enjoy spectacular views over Komodo National Park.

Kudanil Explorer - Bali & Komodo with Capella Ubud - Day 6
Location
Komodo National Park
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Gili Lawa Islands & Batu Monco

AM: We dive in the limpid waters amongst the teeming pelagic life at several of the world-class dive sites, such as Crystal Rock, Castle Rock. Snorkelers can experience a unique site called “Shotgun” – a narrow, short passage between Gili Lawa Laut and Gili Lawa Darat with plenty of fish and fantastic corals.

PM: We will spend the afternoon in Batu Monco, a beautiful bay in the far northwest of Komodo Island with a lovely, virgin beach – perfect for water sports, snorkeling and diving.

Kudanil Explorer - Bali & Komodo with Capella Ubud - Day 7
Location
Komodo National Park
Day
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Banta & Beach Party

AM: We spend the morning at a pink beach in Banta, a remote island outside of the Komodo National Park frontiers. Go for a hike on the hills to enjoy the panorama, go for a last dive or take a stroll on another pink beach.

PM: In the afternoon, we celebrate the good times aboard with a final beach party on a paradisiac beach, sipping cocktails for sunset and dancing in the white, fine sand.

Kudanil Explorer - Bali & Komodo with Capella Ubud - Day 8
Location
Komodo National Park
Day
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Disembarkation

AM: After breakfast, we pack and prepare to disembark, returning to Labuan Bajo Airport by tender and car.

Kudanil Explorer - Bali & Komodo with Capella Ubud - Day 9
Location
Labuan Bajo
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Accommodations

Social Areas

Main Dining Room
Top Deck Dining
Bridge
Top Deck
Library
Main Deck
Cinema
Monkey Island Jacuzzi
Jacuzzi at Night
Java Spa
Outdoor Dining
Breakfast
Bridge
Main Deck
Java Spa
Outdoor Dining

Suites & Cabins

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8 Cabins

Standard Cabin

Guests
2
Size
30.5 m² / 334 ft²
Beds
King / Twin

Eight private cabins await you onboard the Kudanil Explorer, equipped with either one king-size or two twin beds. Additional beds are available for children upon request. Each cabin comes with an en-suite bathroom, a private terrace complete with a day bed, two chairs and a coffee table. There’s adjustable air-conditioning, Wi-Fi and an entertainment system that includes movies and TV series.

Technical Information

Deck Plan

Features

  • Air conditioning
  • Pool / Jacuzzi
  • Massage room
  • Lecture room
  • Cinema
  • Spa
  • Hot showers
  • Charging areas for electronic equipment

Equipment

  • Diving gear
  • Nitrox
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Wetsuits
  • Stand up paddleboard
  • Kayaks / Canoes
  • Wakeboard / Water Ski
  • Surf boards
** Use of certain equipment at additional cost, ask for details
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