Malca Voyages cabin configuration: the 30-metre phinisi has 7 air-conditioned cabins across 6 types, each with a private bathroom. On the shared 3D2N open trip, each cabin type has its own rate, quoted by Komodo Luxury on request for the cabin, departure date and guest count; the Master Ocean View is the only cabin with a private balcony (Komodo Luxury, September 2026).
Every figure below comes from Komodo Luxury’s official Malca page, read on 15 September 2026 (rates checked by KL on 11 September 2026), and is subject to change. Komodo Luxury, part of Juara Holding Group, owns and runs the boat with its in-house crew. Komodo Luxury was founded in 2015. It is headquartered in Denpasar, Bali, and its operations base is in Labuan Bajo, as listed on Komodo Luxury (checked 2026-09-16).
What cabins does Malca Voyages have?
Malca carries 7 cabins, but Double Room 1 and 2 are identical, so you are choosing between 6 types. They differ on capacity, bed layout, balcony and price.
| Cabin | Count | Capacity | Bed type | Private balcony | 3D2N open trip (USD per person) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Ocean View | 1 | 4 | Double bed | Yes | 580 |
| Deluxe Ocean View | 1 | 2 | Double bed | Not listed | 500 |
| Superior Ocean View | 1 | 2 | Double bed | Not listed | 450 |
| Double Room 1 & 2 | 2 | 2 each | Double bed | Not listed | 400 |
| Quad Room Ocean View | 1 | 4 | Double bunk | Not listed | 330 |
| Triple Room | 1 | 3 | Single bunk | Not listed | 300 |
KL does not publish deck plans or cabin floor areas, so this comparison sticks to what is listed. One detail worth knowing: the cabin-by-cabin capacities add up to 19 berths, while KL’s headline capacity for the boat is 21 guests. If your group sits close to that ceiling, ask the desk how the full count is arranged.
How much does each cabin choice cost for your group?
The cabin is the main price lever on the Malca open trip departures, which leave Labuan Bajo twice a week: Friday to Sunday and Monday to Wednesday. The route, meals, guide and snorkel gear stay the same whichever cabin you take. KL’s October 2026 calendar, for example, lists weekend sailings on 02–04, 09–11, 16–18, 23–25 October and 30 October–01 November, plus weekday trips on 05–07, 12–14, 19–21 and 26–28 October.
What common party sizes should ask the desk to quote for the 3D2N trip:
| Party | Cabin option | 3D2N total |
|---|---|---|
| Couple | Master Ocean View | Quote on request |
| Couple | Deluxe Ocean View | Quote on request |
| Couple | Double Room | Quote on request |
| Four guests | Double Room 1 + 2 | Quote on request |
| Four guests | Quad Room Ocean View | Quote on request |
| Three guests | Triple Room | Quote on request |
Quotes exclude what KL lists as not included: Komodo National Park fees, crew gratuities, flights and drinks.
Which Malca cabin suits your group?
A couple who wants a balcony
There is only one answer: the Master Ocean View. It is the single cabin KL lists with a private balcony, and there is just one on board. The total for a couple is quoted on request for your departure date, guest count and inclusions.
Because the Master is listed for up to 4 persons, ask whether it can be held for two on your departure. If the balcony is a nice extra rather than the point, ask for a quote on the Deluxe Ocean View as well.
Two couples travelling together
Book Double Room 1 and Double Room 2. They are matching cabins with double beds and private bathrooms; the combined total for all four of you is quoted on request for your departure.
Want a small step up? Pair the Deluxe and Superior Ocean View cabins and ask the desk for a quote. Sharing the Master only works if both couples are happy in one cabin; KL describes its bedding simply as a double bed, so confirm the sleeping setup for four before committing.
A family of four
The Quad Room Ocean View fits four, with the rate per person and the total for four quoted on request. Note KL’s rule that children aged 3 and over pay the full rate, so an eight-year-old costs the same as a parent.
A solo traveller in the Triple Room
The Triple Room is the lowest open-trip rate on Malca. It has single bunks and sleeps three.
KL does not publish whether a solo guest shares the Triple with others or what sole use would cost. Ask in your first message, and request a quote if you want the cabin to yourself.
A friends group splitting the Quad
Four friends in the Quad share the lowest per-head rate for a group of four, quoted on request. The trade-off is the bed layout. A double bunk is not four separate beds, so agree who shares with whom before you book.
Three friends who would rather not share a bed can take the Triple Room’s single bunks; the total for three is quoted on request.
What mistakes should you avoid when choosing a Malca cabin?
- Assuming bunk cabins have a standard double bed. The Quad has a double bunk and the Triple has single bunks. If anyone needs a regular double, choose the Double Room, Superior, Deluxe or Master instead.
- Leaving the Master until late. There is one Master Ocean View per departure. Once another party takes it, the balcony option is gone for that sailing.
- Reading whole-boat prices as cabin prices. KL’s private charter packages are a separate product, quoted per package for the duration and guest band you ask about. The per-person rates above apply to the shared trip only.
- Treating the deposit as refundable. A 50% deposit holds the cabin and the balance is due 30 days before departure. The deposit is non-refundable, although you may nominate a replacement guest.
How do you reserve a specific Malca cabin?
Send KL your departure date, the exact cabin name and the number of guests, plus children’s ages. KL says its reservations team replies within 24 hours.
A few practical points from KL’s policy:
- Booking a year ahead? The deposit drops to 30%, with a further 20% due 120 days before and the balance 30 days before.
- Bookings made less than 30 days out are paid in full.
- Pick-up for Malca runs 08:00–09:00 from hotels or the airport on the Labuan Bajo mainland near the harbour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does every Malca Voyages cabin have a private bathroom?
Yes. According to Komodo Luxury’s Malca page (September 2026), all seven cabins, from the Master Ocean View down to the Triple Room, have a private bathroom and air conditioning. What changes between cabin types is the bed layout, capacity, balcony access and price, so nobody on the open trip shares a bathroom with another cabin.
Which Malca cabin is cheapest for two people who want a proper double bed?
Double Room 1 or Double Room 2, quoted per person for the 3D2N open trip; ask the desk for the total for two (KL rates, September 2026). Both have a double bed and private bathroom. The Quad and Triple rooms cost less per head, but they use bunk beds rather than a standard double.
Can a group book several Malca cabins on the same open trip?
Yes, provided the cabins are still free on your chosen departure. List each cabin in a single enquiry, for example Double Room 1, Double Room 2 and the Quad Room, with guest numbers for each. If your group is close to filling the boat, compare the combined cabin total against KL’s private whole-boat charter rates.