We spent a lovely week in this marvelous ship with even more wonderful company. Max and Nana took us to great places around the Komodo National Park, with the best diving experiences and dreamy corners to relax and disconnect.
The crew were incredibly nice and diligent and they were always attentive to our needs, so we were taken care of as babies! Nana is one of the best cooks we ever had the chance to come across and Max one of the best hosts.

We are truly speechless about this dream of a journey. Thank you so very much for making it come true!

Paloma, Rafael, Lucia & Javier

August 2019

The Captain and owner Max and his wife made our stay extraordinarily special as we saw the most extraordinarily vibrant coral, turtles and exotic marine life!!! Nana, his wife, made exotic local Indonesian dishes with a European flare …a foodies paradise! We saw the most amazing sunrises and sunsets while seeing endangered Komodo dragons. Adrian, the scuba instructor, was very intimate and loving with my family on all the dives and has become our friend.

We would definitely sail with this fabulous crew again!!!

August 2018,

Naheed Shahid

spent 2 weeks on the boat in 2013. It was an unforgettable experience. I think everyone must see the beautiful sea in the comodo Islands. I will never forget this hollyday.

Auf diesem Weg wollte ich mich nochmals recht herzlich für den schönen Urlaub bedanken und einen schönen Gruß da lassen. 🙂

L.G. aus dem (auch schönen) Österreich von Alex

Ananda Sailing, ein Erlebnis welches unvergesslich bleiben wird. Eigentlich ist es fast lächerlich zu versuchen, dies mit Worten zu Beschreiben. Eines ist jedoch klar, wenn man Dinge erlebt welche einem das ganze Leben lang begleiten werden, kann man nur Dankbar sein. In diesem Sinne, Danke Max, Danke Sailing Ananda, Danke, Danke, Danke !!! Freue mich jetzt schon auf ein Wiedersehen. Liebe Grüße aus Wien, Wolfgang Laab

The Ananda deserves a 6 star review. The Ananda is truly in a class by itself among boats exploring Komodo National Park (Komodo, Rinca and Padar). It has no competitors for beauty, comfort, guides, crew, cuisine and quality of activities. Owner Max has built a boat that combines the warmth of Indonesian style with classic European sophistication, comfort and charm. You come as guests and leave as family. Chef Nana is extraordinary. Pablo, our guide who happens to be a dive master (we only snorkeled but felt like we saw what many divers spot due to Pablo’s incredible eye), is a wonderful man. Crew member Freddie was delightful. My wife and I spent 5 glorious nights aboard this magical boat exploring breathtaking scenery, the prehistoric looking Komodo dragons and underwater wonders in the Pacific and Indian Ocean. The Ananda must be experienced to be believed. It will exceed the most well-traveled guest’s expectations. Thank you to Max, Nana, Pablo, Freddie and the crew. You represent the heart and soul of Indonesia, a country that should not be missed by anyone who fancies themselves a world traveler.

Best regards,
Richard and Florence

June 2023