Best Yachts for Raja Ampat Charters

One of the most refined phinisi charters in Raja Ampat — steady in open crossings, small enough to reach hidden Misool bays, finished to Alila's five-star hotel standards and equipped with a full PADI dive centre and onboard spa therapist.

The Raja Ampat flagship phinisi. Seven ensuite cabins, a crew of 20 including two PADI instructors and two Balinese therapists, unlimited nitrox diving, Starlink, ice-bath wellness deck — and the industry's only truly all-inclusive rate (wines, cocktails, dives and spa all included).

The right yacht for the largest private Raja Ampat charters — up to 18 guests across 9 en-suite designer suites, with a genuine spa, yoga deck, rooftop cinema and PADI dive team on board. 900 m² of usable space across four decks.

One of the newest and most polished luxury phinisi in Raja Ampat — seven en-suite staterooms across three deck levels, generous shaded outdoor lounges and a full PADI dive setup with Nitrox.

Vela is a 50 m two-masted sailing yacht conceived for modern-day adventurers — six en-suite staterooms across bridge, main and lower decks for up to 12 guests, a full dive programme with Nitrox, jet skis, Seabobs and a spacious lounge, wine cellar and yoga deck.

Kudanil Explorer is the pragmatic pick for larger Raja Ampat groups: a 1,000 GRT steel expedition yacht with eight identical 30.5 m² above-deck cabins (all with private balconies), a 22-strong crew led by Captain Wayan and Head of Diving Nico Novan, three tenders including an 8 m long-range RIB, and a Sky Lounge restaurant on the top deck.

Silolona is the most characterful phinisi in Raja Ampat — a 47.85 m ironwood classic with five culturally themed suites (Bali, Asmat, Java, Sumba, Borneo), Seery-designed lines, a PADI dive centre on board and a crew of 17 including trip leader. Built to German Lloyd standard, she cruises the fabled spice routes from Raja Ampat and Komodo to the Banda Sea and Mergui.

Si Datu Bua is the most private luxury phinisi in Raja Ampat — a 39.9 m ironwood classic with three culturally themed suites (Banda, Toraja, Celebes), a permanent crew of 15 including trip leader and PADI instructor, and the full Silolona Sojourns dive and cultural programme scaled for six guests.

One of the strongest-value premium phinisi in Raja Ampat — Fenides Liveaboard combines a purpose-built dive setup (ScubaPro/Mares kit, two tenders, climate-controlled camera room) with resort-style comfort across three decks for mixed groups of divers, surfers and leisure travellers.

One of the best mid-range Raja Ampat phinisi for larger families — seven cabins, character-full interiors, well-run itineraries.

Dewata is a small-group phinisi tuned for immersive Raja Ampat charters — three ensuite cabins for six guests, a 12-strong crew, full-board fusion menu, marine park and community fees included, and Starlink on board.

Sanya is a small-format luxury phinisi tuned for intimate Raja Ampat, Komodo and Banda Sea charters — a master cabin with a convertible kid/teen bed plus a twin/double cabin, 8-strong crew, full-board fusion menu, marine park and community fees included, and Starlink on board.

Anne Bonny is a 30 m Indonesian sailing phinisi purpose-built for intimate private charters — three en-suite cabins accommodate three couples with kids or a small group of nine adults, with a full dive and snorkelling setup for Dampier Strait, Wayag and Misool.

One of the most feature-rich phinisi in the fleet — floating pool deck, top-deck jacuzzi and a big waterslide make her a favourite for family and friend charters in Raja Ampat and Komodo.

The Oracle blends traditional Indonesian craftsmanship with genuine liveaboard comfort — indigo salons, tribal carvings and a proper bar, without the price tag of the top-tier superyachts.

Senja is a small-group phinisi tuned for immersive Raja Ampat charters — two ensuite cabins for four guests, an 8-strong crew, full-board fusion menu, marine park and community fees included, and Starlink on board.

Nataraja is a classic Sulawesi-built schooner-phinisi with wide teak decks, a full-service bar and six cabins — designed for slow-paced Raja Ampat and Komodo charters with a big group in comfort.

Samara II is a 23 m × 4.5 m modern phinisi with four cabins, two shared bathrooms and a large outdoor gathering deck — ideal for small groups on Raja Ampat and Komodo charters.

Adishree runs private charters in Raja Ampat and Komodo. Full specifications, cabin layout and photos are being added.

Andamari runs private charters in Raja Ampat and Komodo. Full specifications, cabin layout and photos are being added.

Mischief is a 2016-built 29 m premium phinisi offering three named suites — Komodo, Sumba and Banda — for six guests, with a gourmet galley and a full water-toys programme.

A 51 m handcrafted phinisi built by Konjo Boat Builders, the only BKI-Classed wooden yacht in Indonesia. Sleeps 14 guests across 7 en-suite cabins, with an in-house dive centre (2 compressors, nitrox, 28 tanks, 14 kits), 3 tenders, jet skis, sea kayaks, SUPs, a FunAir slide and a Sunfish dinghy.