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Working notes from the Komodo boat desk — market reports, deal and legal guides, survey checklists and the economics of owning a boat in Labuan Bajo.

64 articles

Deal & Legal

Notaris and Paperwork: Closing a Boat Sale in East Nusa Tenggara

The single most common reason a Komodo boat sale stalls is not price and not survey — it is documentation that nobody…

18 Aug 2026 6 min read

Labuan Bajo Market

Seasonal Price Cycles: When Komodo Boat Values Soften

Vessel values in Labuan Bajo are not stable through the year, and the movement is not random. It tracks the charter calendar…

18 Aug 2026 5 min read

Survey & Technical

Inspecting Dive Compressors Before You Buy a Komodo Dive Boat

On a Komodo dive boat the compressor is a safety-critical asset that most buyers inspect for about ninety seconds. That is a…

18 Aug 2026 5 min read

Labuan Bajo Market

The Speedboat Market of Labuan Bajo: Fast Movers, Fast Sales

The overnight fleet gets the photography, but the speedboat market is where Labuan Bajo’s boat trade moves fastest. A well-presented fast day…

18 Aug 2026 5 min read

Deal & Legal

Transferring a Mooring With the Boat: How Labuan Bajo Deals Include Position

Ask an experienced Labuan Bajo operator what they would least like to lose, and a surprising number will name their harbour position…

18 Aug 2026 5 min read

Deal & Legal

Escrow in a Labuan Bajo Boat Sale: Local Practice, Real Protection

Escrow in an Indonesian boat sale does not look like escrow in Florida or Palma, and buyers who expect an identical mechanism…

18 Aug 2026 5 min read

Labuan Bajo Market

Harbourside Viewings in Labuan Bajo: Seeing a Boat in Its Element

There is a specific reason serious buyers fly to Labuan Bajo rather than negotiating from a listing gallery: a Komodo vessel only…

18 Aug 2026 6 min read

Komodo Travel

Best Komodo Island Liveaboard Dive Sites 2026 (Part 5)

Diving in Komodo National Park is an unforgettable experience, especially with the increased visitor cap of 1,000 per day implemented in April…

14 Jul 2026 3 min read

Komodo Travel

Labuan Bajo Komodo Private Phinisi Boat: 2027 Charter Guide for 4 Guests

If you’re dreaming of an unforgettable adventure in Indonesia, a private Phinisi boat charter in Labuan Bajo is an ideal choice. Perfect…

14 Jul 2026 3 min read

Travel Journal

Komodo Boat Running Costs 2027: Annual Budget Before You Buy

Understanding komodo boat maintenance costs 2027 is crucial for prospective owners. Annual upkeep for a Komodo liveaboard or phinisi can range from…

11 Jul 2026 4 min read

Travel Journal

Komodo Boat Price Negotiation 2027: Leverage, Timing and Survey Findings

To effectively negotiate Komodo boat prices in 2027, buyers should first understand the local market, including typical phinisi price negotiation points and…

11 Jul 2026 5 min read

Travel Journal

Komodo Dive Liveaboard for Sale 2027: Selecting Your Ideal Underwater Expedition Vessel

For serious underwater adventurers seeking a Komodo dive liveaboard for sale 2027, careful consideration of vessel design, operational readiness, and specific diving…

11 Jul 2026 5 min read

Travel Journal

Komodo Boat Loan Indonesia 2027: Financing Your Dream Vessel

Securing a Komodo boat loan in Indonesia for 2027 requires careful preparation, focusing on a robust business plan, strong creditworthiness, and a…

11 Jul 2026 5 min read

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