Hand-built from iron and teak using traditional boatbuilding techniques and finished with luxurious touches, Prana by Atzaro is a classic phinisi sailing vessel that accommodates up to 18 guests across nine elegant stateroom suites. Guests can experience an intimate seven-night, eight-day “Whale Sharks and Dragons Expedition” on board, exploring remote islands, vibrant reefs and dramatic coastlines in comfort.
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The itinerary combines fine dining, spa treatments, guided dives and a wide range of water sports with visits to secluded white-sand beaches such as Sabayor Kecil. Evenings are perfect for cocktails on the upper deck as the yacht sails toward Pulau Rinca, where professional rangers lead excursions to see Komodo dragons and other island wildlife, including monkeys and water buffalo. For underwater encounters, dive or snorkel at renowned sites like Takat Makassar, Batu Bolong and Siaba Besar, where mantas, sharks, turtles and schools of tropical fish are often encountered. Travelers can also sail to Pulau Padar, enjoying stargazing or an onboard massage under a night sky.
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Adventurous guests can hike to the summit of Padar Island for sweeping panoramas, then dive at sites such as Secret Garden, Pillarsteen or 3 Sisters to spot camouflaged shrimp, sea apples and nudibranchs. Nights anchored in Gili Lawa Bay invite restful sleep followed by dawn yoga on deck and breakfast before snorkeling through the coral gardens of Gili Lawa Darat and Gili Lawa Laut. The voyage also offers views of the active Sangeang volcano and opportunities to snorkel or dive at Bubble Reef and Deep Purple near Sangeang Api. Cultural encounters include visiting Bontoh village to observe traditional phinisi boat building.
The expedition features further highlights such as treks to the crater lake on Satonda Island, reef dives at pristine sites, sunrise whale shark sightings in feeding areas, and a visit to the Mata Jitu waterfalls. Throughout the trip, seasoned guides and crew support a balance of exploration, relaxation and marine discovery.
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Sailings on Prana by Atzaró follow seasonal windows so the vessel can navigate the calmest stretches of ocean. Typical routes include Komodo National Park (May to October), the Spice Islands (November to May) and Raja Ampat (December to April). The all-inclusive fare covers meals, snacks, soft drinks, selected local beers and wines, laundry and internet, non-motorized water sports, diving and excursion fees, plus a complimentary half-hour massage or beauty treatment, ensuring a seamless and restorative expedition at sea.