Fenides Raja Ampat Yacht Charter

Why Fenides works for Raja Ampat

Fenides Liveaboard was launched in 2019 and designed from the keel up as a premium phinisi for scuba diving, surfing and leisure cruises across the Indonesian archipelago. She measures 41 m (134.5 ft) overall, cruises at 10 knots and carries up to 11 guests in five en-suite cabins — a lower-deck Master, two upper-deck double cabins and two lower-deck twin cabins — served by a permanent 15-strong Indonesian crew. Comfort is spread across three decks: two shaded sun decks, an indoor saloon with TV, library and board games, an indoor and an outdoor dining area, a Bose sound system, in-cabin entertainment and a fully climate-controlled camera and photo-editing room. She runs mixed dive, surf and leisure itineraries in Raja Ampat, Komodo, Alor, the Banda Sea, Halmahera, Sumbawa and Sumba, with a very strong track record for guest service — repeat guests routinely rate her among the best liveaboards they have sailed.

• 41 m premium phinisi launched 2019, purpose-built for dive, surf and leisure charters
• 5 en-suite cabins for up to 11 guests — Master + 2 doubles + 2 twins, all air-conditioned
• Dedicated dive deck with ScubaPro/Mares kit, 2 tenders and climate-controlled camera room
• 15-strong Indonesian crew with strong 5-star guest reviews
• Bose sound system, indoor saloon and two shaded sun decks
• Sails Raja Ampat, Komodo, Alor, Banda Sea, Halmahera, Sumbawa and Sumba

Fenides cabins, layout and deck spaces

Fenides is a 41 m phinisi laid out across three decks: a lower deck with the Master suite and two twin cabins, an upper deck with two double cabins and the indoor saloon, and a top deck with two shaded sun decks and the outdoor dining area. All five guest cabins are fully air-conditioned and en-suite with Sensatia Botanicals amenities.

Cabin types

• Master Cabin — 20 m² on the lower deck with one double bed plus one single / day bed (sleeps up to 3), en-suite bathroom, fully air-conditioned.
• Double Cabins × 2 — 12 m² each on the upper deck with one double bed and sea-view window, en-suite bathroom, fully air-conditioned.
• Twin Cabins × 2 — 12 m² each on the lower deck with two single beds, en-suite bathroom, fully air-conditioned.

Deck by deck

Food and dining on Fenides

Fenides serves plated Indonesian and international cuisine across two dining areas — an indoor dining room on the main deck and an outdoor table on the top deck — plus BBQs and picnics on castaway white-sand beaches. The galley team adapts menus to each group's preferences and dietary requirements.

• Two dining areas — one indoor and one outdoor on the top deck
• Fresh Indonesian and international menus with daily changing plates
• Beach BBQs and picnics on remote white-sand beaches
• Menus adapted to dietary requirements and preferences
• Fresh baking, tropical fruit and locally caught seafood

Share allergies and dietary requirements with us in advance so provisioning matches your group.

Drinks and bar service on Fenides

Water, soft drinks, tea and coffee flow throughout the day. A curated bar service is available from the saloon, with cocktails made to order — testimonials specifically call out the crew's cocktail service. Wines, spirits and champagnes are charged separately.

• Bottled water, soft drinks, juices, tea and coffee — included
• Full bar service with signature cocktails made to order
• Beer, wine, spirits and champagne — charged separately
• Sundowners on the top deck at anchor

Send your preferred wines, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks in advance and we'll pre-provision on request.

Equipment and water toys on board Fenides

Diving and snorkelling

• Dedicated dive deck at the stern
• ScubaPro / Mares dive equipment — BCDs, regulators, wetsuits, masks, snorkels, fins, tanks
• Two dive tenders (dinghies) for split groups and drop-offs
• Fully climate-controlled camera and photo-editing room
• Snorkelling gear on board for every guest
• Approximately 34 dives on the standard 11-day Raja Ampat itinerary

Water toys and leisure

• Stand-up paddleboards (SUP)
• Sea kayaks
• Wakeboard
• Snorkelling gear for every guest
• Fishing gear — line, trolling and spear-fishing

Tenders

• 2 × tender boats for dive drop-offs, beach landings and watersports

Comfort and entertainment

• Fully air-conditioned interiors and cabins
• Indoor saloon with TV, library and board games
• Bose sound system across communal areas
• In-cabin entertainment
• Onboard Wi-Fi
• Two shaded sun decks and both indoor and outdoor dining areas
• Onboard massage service
• Laundry service

Safety equipment

• Purpose-built phinisi launched 2019 to modern liveaboard safety standards
• Life rafts, life jackets and standard fire and safety equipment
• Onboard first-aid kit and safety briefing on embarkation
• Certified dive team responsible for in-water safety
• Experienced permanent Indonesian crew of 15

Navigation

• Length overall 41 m / 134.5 ft
• Cruising speed 10 knots
• Built 2019
• Garmin navigation suite
• Registry: Indonesia

Crew and service on Fenides

Fenides sails with a permanent 15-strong Indonesian crew that consistently draws 5-star guest reviews for hospitality and attention to detail. A cruise director hosts the trip and coordinates diving, surf, on-shore activities and dietary requests day by day.

• Cruise Director — Onboard host: Single point of contact for guests — coordinates dive briefings, surf and leisure activities, cultural visits and daily programme.
• Captain — Indonesian master: Experienced phinisi captain with detailed knowledge of Raja Ampat, Komodo, Alor and the Banda Sea.
• Dive Guides — Certified dive team: Multiple dive guides for small-group diving; camera-friendly and used to photographers.
• Chef & Galley Team — Indonesian/international galley: Plated menus adapted to guest preferences, allergies and dietary needs.
• Service & Housekeeping — F&B and cabin service: Bar service, cocktails, cabin turndown, laundry and in-cabin amenities.
• Deck & Engineering — Deck team: Sail handling, tender operations, anchoring and mechanical care of the vessel.

Activities on board Fenides

Every Fenides charter is custom-designed around guest interests and conditions — a rolling mix of diving, surfing, snorkelling, cultural encounters, hikes and quiet cruising days.

• Scuba diving on the region's top reefs — Manta Sandy, Cape Kri, Magic Mountain and more
• Surf charters to Sumbawa, Sumba and Halmahera for empty world-class breaks
• Snorkelling on shallow reefs and mangrove edges
• SUP and kayaking through hidden lagoons
• Wakeboarding behind the tender
• Line, trolling and spear-fishing sessions with the crew
• Remote beach BBQs on castaway white-sand beaches
• Cultural visits to Indonesian tribal villages
• Komodo dragons, flying-fox roosts and bird-watching
• On-land hikes to Raja Ampat's iconic viewpoints

Before you board Fenides

What to bring

• Swimwear, rash guard and light cover-ups
• Personal dive computer and any preferred personal dive kit
• Dive certification card and dive insurance details
• Breathable daywear and resort wear for dinners
• Sneakers or trail sandals for island hikes; flip-flops onboard
• Sun hat, polarised sunglasses and reef-safe sunscreen
• Personal medication and seasickness medication
• Underwater camera or GoPro with chargers and adapters
• Passport valid 6+ months and any required visas

Already on board

• Beach and bath towels, linens and Sensatia Botanicals amenities
• Full ScubaPro/Mares dive kit (rentable) and snorkelling gear
• SUP, kayaks, wakeboard and fishing gear
• Climate-controlled camera and photo-editing room
• Onboard first-aid kit

Crew gratuities

Gratuities for the crew are discretionary and appreciated — 5–10% of the charter fee is a common guideline, handed to the captain or cruise director for distribution.