AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach and AYANA Cruises Unveil Sail & Stay: A Luxury Retreat

AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach and AYANA Cruises are thrilled to announce the launch of Sail & Stay: A Luxury Retreat, designed to offer an unparalleled journey through the UNESCO Heritage-listed Komodo National Park. The package blends the serenity of a stay at AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach resort with the breathtaking adventure of a multi-day voyage aboard AYANA Cruises’ flagship luxury phinisi, AYANA Lako Di’a. This exciting launch comes as AYANA Cruises also announces its nomination for the prestigious 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards.

The Sail & Stay package promises the most luxurious way to explore one of the world's most pristine and biodiverse regions. Guests will begin their experience with a night of refined comfort at the breathtaking AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach resort, soaking in its five-star amenities and ocean-facing views. Following this relaxing start, the journey continues aboard the enchanting AYANA Lako Di’a, where world-class dining and luxurious 5-star accommodations ensure an unforgettable experience exploring the wonders of Komodo National Park by sea.

The retreat offers two itinerary options. The 2 Days–1 Night cruise begins on Day 1 with sailing to Kalong Island for a spectacular sunset. Day 2 takes guests to Padar Island for panoramic views, Pink Beach for snorkeling, and Komodo Island for an encounter with the Komodo dragons, concluding the journey back to the resort.

The package includes Luxury Suite accommodation for the AYANA Lako Di’a cruise. Guests will enjoy full-board gourmet meals, along with free-flow mineral water, soft drinks, coffee, tea, fresh juice, and mocktails. A wide array of water activities such as snorkeling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding are included, as are leisure and wellness activities including karaoke, movie nights, and rejuvenating yoga classes. The package also features airport transfers to and from Komodo International Airport, the entrance fee to Komodo National Park, and digital photo documentation to capture every memorable moment.

For the resort stay, guests will receive a complimentary upgrade to a Deluxe Ocean View Room from an Ocean View Room, daily gourmet breakfast buffet for two guests, a 10% discount on revitalizing spa treatments and a selection of food and beverages, and a 15% discount on selected water activities and boat trips.

Available Dates for Booking
2 Days–1 Night Package:

• August 29–30, 2025
• September 12–13, 2025
• September 26–27, 2025
• October 3–4, 2025
• October 17–18, 2025

In further exciting news, AYANA Cruises’ esteemed fleet of luxury vessels has been nominated for the prestigious 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards, a global program recognizing outstanding achievements in the luxury travel sector.
Voting for the 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards will take place from 18 August to 7 September 2025. Guests, industry peers, and travel enthusiasts are invited to show their support by casting their vote via AYANA Cruises’ official nominee page: Vote for AYANA Cruises

Winners of the 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards will be announced at the Gala Awards Ceremony on 3 November 2025.

Located on a peninsular just north of the small town of Labuan Bajo on Flores Island in East Indonesia, AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach is a five-star resort with 205 ocean-facing guest rooms and suites and seven distinct dining options. An ideal gateway to the UNESCO Heritage-listed Komodo National Park, the resort caters to all age groups and offers a diverse array of activities and experiences managed end-to-end by the property. Guests can engage in marine conservation activities, enjoy a romantic dinner on a private deck, practice yoga overlooking the water, and indulge in locally inspired spa treatments.

AYANA Cruises also invites guests to explore Komodo National Park aboard the star of its fleet, the 54-meter luxury wooden vessel, the AYANA Lako Di’a. Available for privately chartered or shared multi-day cruising adventures, the magnificent vessel features five-star accommodation and AYANA’s signature five-star hospitality for up to 18 guests. Travelers can also immerse themselves in the region’s rich biodiversity aboard AYANA Cruise’s four other vessels: the AYANA Lako Sae, a stylish three-deck cruise boat; the AYANA Lako Cama, a 12-meter speed boat for intimate day trips; the AYANA Lako Lelo, a 12-meter boat for fishing trips; and the AYANA Lako Taka, a custom-made glass-bottom boat. The resort’s world class luxury and AYANA’s signature five-star hospitality make AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach and AYANA Cruises the ideal choice for families, friends and romantic getaways, and the ultimate way to discover the natural wonders of Komodo National Park.

AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach and AYANA Cruises are proud to collaborate in creating exceptional travel experiences. While working closely together, each operates independently and is solely responsible for its own services and operations.