Raja Ampat Christmas & New Year Yacht Charter
Private yachts for Christmas and New Year in Raja Ampat — sold out fast, priced firm, and worth booking a year ahead. Curated availability across the fleet with owner-confirmed rates.
Raja Ampat Christmas and New Year yacht charters are among the most in-demand private yacht bookings of the season. The best yachts often book far in advance, and festive charters usually require early availability checks, longer minimum stays and clear confirmation of rates, inclusions and terms.
- Google rating4.9 / 5 — 500+ charters
- Owner ratesDirect — no broker markup
- AvailabilityOwner-confirmed before quoting
- Fleet50+ curated yachts, licensed & insured
- Book by
- 12 – 18 months out
- Minimum nights
- 7, 10 or 12 (yacht-specific)
- Uplift vs shoulder
- ≈ 10 – 30%
- Best regions
- Misool · Wayag · Central
Why Christmas and New Year book early
Christmas Eve to January 3rd is the single busiest window in the Raja Ampat yacht calendar. The top-tier phinisi and expedition yachts often sell out 12 to 18 months in advance. Every year returning guests re-book the same yacht for the same dates before public availability is even released — which is why acting early matters.
Best yachts for festive charters
| Yacht | Guests | Category | Best for festive charter | From / night |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamima | 14 | Ultra-luxury phinisi | Multi-generational families & couples | USD 27,000 |
| Prana by Atzaró | 18 | Ultra-luxury phinisi | Large multi-family groups | USD 14,500 |
| Alila Purnama | 10 | Luxury phinisi | Design-led luxury with PADI dive centre | USD 15,500 |
| Silolona | 12 | Luxury phinisi | Classic-luxury couples and families | USD 18,700 |
| Aqua Blu | 15 | Modern expedition | Diving-focused festive charters | USD 39,000 |
| Mutiara Laut | 14 | Premium phinisi | Mixed diver + non-diver families | USD 14,000 |
| Fenides | 11 | Premium phinisi | Premium diving at accessible price | USD 8,580 |
- Guests
- 14
- Category
- Ultra-luxury phinisi
- Best for festive charter
- Multi-generational families & couples
- From / night
- USD 27,000
- Guests
- 18
- Category
- Ultra-luxury phinisi
- Best for festive charter
- Large multi-family groups
- From / night
- USD 14,500
- Guests
- 10
- Category
- Luxury phinisi
- Best for festive charter
- Design-led luxury with PADI dive centre
- From / night
- USD 15,500
- Guests
- 12
- Category
- Luxury phinisi
- Best for festive charter
- Classic-luxury couples and families
- From / night
- USD 18,700
- Guests
- 15
- Category
- Modern expedition
- Best for festive charter
- Diving-focused festive charters
- From / night
- USD 39,000
- Guests
- 14
- Category
- Premium phinisi
- Best for festive charter
- Mixed diver + non-diver families
- From / night
- USD 14,000
- Guests
- 11
- Category
- Premium phinisi
- Best for festive charter
- Premium diving at accessible price
- From / night
- USD 8,580
Festive minimum-night policies
| Window | Typical minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas week (Dec 20 – 27) | 7 – 10 nights | Some yachts run only as 12-night Christmas + New Year combined |
| New Year week (Dec 27 – Jan 3) | 7 – 10 nights | Highest demand — often bundled with Christmas |
| Christmas + New Year (Dec 20 – Jan 3) | 12 – 14 nights | Most common on ultra-luxury yachts |
- Typical minimum
- 7 – 10 nights
- Notes
- Some yachts run only as 12-night Christmas + New Year combined
- Typical minimum
- 7 – 10 nights
- Notes
- Highest demand — often bundled with Christmas
- Typical minimum
- 12 – 14 nights
- Notes
- Most common on ultra-luxury yachts
Exact minimums are yacht-specific and are confirmed in the charter agreement. Request current festive availability.
Typical festive price guidance
| Tier | Yacht examples | Festive uplift vs shoulder | Typical 7-night all-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium phinisi | Fenides, Mutiara Laut | ≈ 10 – 20% | USD 70,000 – 120,000 |
| Luxury phinisi | Alila Purnama, Silolona, Celestia | ≈ 15 – 25% | USD 100,000 – 160,000 |
| Ultra-luxury phinisi | Lamima, Prana by Atzaró | ≈ 20 – 30% | USD 105,000 – 210,000 |
| Modern expedition | Aqua Blu, Kudanil Explorer | ≈ 15 – 25% | USD 200,000 – 320,000 |
- Yacht examples
- Fenides, Mutiara Laut
- Festive uplift vs shoulder
- ≈ 10 – 20%
- Typical 7-night all-in
- USD 70,000 – 120,000
- Yacht examples
- Alila Purnama, Silolona, Celestia
- Festive uplift vs shoulder
- ≈ 15 – 25%
- Typical 7-night all-in
- USD 100,000 – 160,000
- Yacht examples
- Lamima, Prana by Atzaró
- Festive uplift vs shoulder
- ≈ 20 – 30%
- Typical 7-night all-in
- USD 105,000 – 210,000
- Yacht examples
- Aqua Blu, Kudanil Explorer
- Festive uplift vs shoulder
- ≈ 15 – 25%
- Typical 7-night all-in
- USD 200,000 – 320,000
Festive rates are always yacht-specific and are checked with the owner before quoting.
Festive yachts by profile
Dunia Baru · Prana · Mutiara Laut · Lamima
Wide decks, cabin flexibility for kids, watersports, Christmas menus and family-friendly crews.
Lamima · Alila Purnama · Prana · Silolona
Peak service, private beach dinners, in-house spa, celebration nights on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
Misool and Wayag festive routes
A 7-night festive charter usually focuses on Central Raja Ampat plus one region. A 10 or 12-night charter over Christmas + New Year comfortably combines Misool and Wayag with time in Central Raja Ampat.
What to prepare before booking a festive charter
- Firm travel dates and group size
- Priority list: diving-first, family-first, honeymoon, luxury-first
- Cabin split (couples, singles, kids)
- Dietary preferences and allergies
- Flights into Sorong booked / holdable
- Passport validity (6+ months)
- Travel insurance including watersports and diving
- Deposit and payment schedule reviewed
Payment and terms notes
Festive-window charters usually require a higher initial deposit (30 – 50%) with the balance due 60 – 90 days before embarkation. Cancellation terms are firmer than shoulder-season contracts. Payment schedules and cancellation policies are yacht-specific and are confirmed in the charter agreement — final details are confirmed before booking.
Frequently asked questions
When should I book a Raja Ampat Christmas or New Year charter?+
Peak-tier yachts for Christmas and New Year typically sell out 12 to 18 months in advance. Request current festive availability as early as possible, ideally by mid-year for the following season.
Is there a minimum charter length for Christmas or New Year?+
Most yachts run a minimum of 7, 10 or 12 nights over the festive period. Minimum nights are yacht-specific and are confirmed in the charter agreement.
How much does a Christmas or New Year Raja Ampat yacht charter cost?+
Festive-season rates are typically 10 – 30% higher than shoulder-season pricing on the same yacht. Request current festive rates — final details are confirmed before booking.
Can we celebrate Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve onboard?+
Yes — dedicated Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve menus, decorations and beach dinners are standard on luxury yachts, with a fireworks or lantern moment on the 31st on many yachts, subject to safety and location.
Is the weather good over Christmas and New Year in Raja Ampat?+
December and January are usually good months in Raja Ampat, though seasonal winds can pick up. The best-run yachts plan the route around forecast conditions each day.
Can we combine Misool and Wayag over the festive period?+
Yes on a 10 or 12-night charter. On a 7-night festive charter, most yachts focus on Central Raja Ampat plus one iconic region.
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