Which is more expensive?

Per person, a shared liveaboard is cheaper. For a couple, a boutique 2-guest private yacht can be surprisingly close in cost. For 6–12 guests, private yacht per-person cost often beats liveaboard cabins.

Which is better for diving?

Both can be excellent. Liveaboards optimise for 4-dives-a-day divers. Private charters let you set the pace — mix diving with snorkeling, beaches and Padar.

Which is better for privacy?

Private yacht — no other guests, your own route, your own schedule.

Which is better for families?

Private yacht — you control meal times, activity pace and route.

Can I still get luxury on a shared trip?

Yes — some luxury liveaboards offer excellent cabins and food. See our luxury liveaboard guide.

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A Komodo private yacht charter gives full control over the yacht, route, schedule, cabins and onboard experience. A shared liveaboard or cabin charter can be more affordable for solo travellers or couples, but it usually offers less privacy and less flexibility.

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	Private yacht charter	Shared liveaboard
Guests	Only your group	Mixed guests (8–16 typical)
Route	Set by you	Fixed itinerary
Schedule	Flexible daily	Dive-led fixed schedule
Cabins	All cabins are yours	Book one cabin
Meals	Custom menus	Set menu, group dining
Best for	Couples · families · groups	Solo divers · budget
Price per person	Higher (small group) / competitive (6–12)	Lower per cabin

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Couples

Boutique 2-guest private yacht wins on privacy. A shared liveaboard cabin is a budget alternative.

Families

Private yacht — control over meals, schedule, cabins and pace.

Divers

Both work. Liveaboards optimise dive frequency; private yachts allow mixed diver / non-diver days.

Price

Price comparison

Shared liveaboard cabins run roughly USD 400–900 per person per night. Private yachts at 8 guests can work out at USD 500–1,200 per person per night. See Komodo yacht charter cost.

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Private vs liveaboard — FAQ

A private yacht charter is the whole boat, exclusively yours. A shared liveaboard sells individual cabins to different guests, sharing communal spaces and the schedule.

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