Kayra Phinisi Raja Ampat Yacht Charter

Why Kayra Phinisi works for Raja Ampat

Kayra Phinisi is a modern, feature-rich luxury phinisi built for guests who want traditional Indonesian sailing with a superyacht-style toy list. Six spacious staterooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, a top-deck jacuzzi, sun loungers, a full waterslide from the upper deck and an inflatable floating pool platform with SUPs, kayaks and towables make her particularly strong for families and groups of friends. She cruises both Raja Ampat and Komodo through the year.

• 6 modern staterooms with panoramic windows for up to 12 guests
• Floating pool platform with SUPs, kayaks, floats and inflatables
• Top-deck jacuzzi, sun loungers and a large waterslide
• Dedicated Komodo-class RIB tender for fast island hopping

Kayra Phinisi cabins, layout and deck spaces

Kayra is a 121 ft / 37 m phinisi yacht built in Indonesia in 2024, cruising at 6–7 knots on a Mitsubishi 340 hp engine with a 4-blade propeller and Garmin Aquamap 1252 navigation. She is laid out across four levels — top deck, bridge deck, main deck and lower deck — with 3+1 cabins for up to 8 guests, plus dedicated bridge and crew quarters.

Cabin types

• Master cabin — 1 × bridge deck, king bed, green-marble ensuite with freestanding tub, panoramic sea-view windows, Japanese-style toilet
• VIP cabin — 1 × main deck, king bed, marble ensuite with glass shower, sea view, Japanese-style toilet
• Deluxe cabin — 1 × main deck, queen/king bed, ensuite bathroom
• Kids cabin — 1 × main deck, twin beds, ensuite bathroom (also available as an additional guest cabin)

Deck by deck

Food and dining on Kayra Phinisi

Head Chef Brida — over two decades in luxury yachts, liveaboards and hospitality — cooks a 10-day rotating menu of Indonesian and international cuisine across breakfast, lunch and dinner, with dedicated vegetarian and vegan options and a full à la carte breakfast every morning.

• Daily breakfast buffet: croissants, pain au chocolat, breads, jams, honey, peanut butter & Nutella, seasonal fruit, cereals, granola, yogurts, chia pudding, dry fruits
• Breakfast à la carte: eggs Benedict (ham or salmon), French omelet, white omelet, eggs any style with bacon and hashbrowns, pancakes, French crepes, French toast, oat porridge
• Indonesian breakfast à la carte: nasi goreng, mie goreng, bubur ayam
• Sample lunches: poke bowls, teriyaki chicken, beef rendang, grilled halloumi & kebabs, chicken Alfredo, spaghetti carbonara, seafood squid-ink fried rice, chicken Thai green curry, chicken fajitas
• Sample dinners: pan-seared red snapper, Wagyu steak with mushroom gravy, lobster linguine, duck confit with red-berry sauce, grilled seafood platter, BBQ short ribs with truffle risotto, tomahawk steak, roasted lamb rack with basil risotto
• Desserts by day: passion-fruit crème brûlée, mango sago, poached pears with chocolate & vanilla ice cream, chocolate lava cake, tiramisu, cheesecake, apple crumble, chocolate tart
• Full vegetarian & vegan menu: cauliflower couscous salad, gado-gado, vegan poke bowl, lentil & red bean burger, lentils bolognese, Thai green curry, butternut squash risotto, vegan pad Thai, tempe & tofu rendang

10-day chef rotation shown as a sample — the actual menu is adapted to each group's preferences, dietary needs and provisioning before departure.

Drinks and bar service on Kayra Phinisi

Kayra carries a full inclusive drinks list (mocktails, signature juices, smoothies, milkshakes, power shots, specialty coffee, teas and soft drinks) plus a paid bar of cocktails, wines, champagne, spirits and beer — served by Chief Steward Komang, a tropical-cocktail specialist. Prices are quoted in USD and include taxes.

• Included mocktails: Spicy Pineapple Cooler, Citrus Basil Smash, Watermelon Breeze, Minty Refresher, Tropical Dream
• Included signature juices: Green Elixir, Tropical Punch, Carrot Ginger Zing — plus daily fresh seasonal juices
• Included smoothies (Banana Bliss, Tropical Sunrise, Green Power), milkshakes and power shots (ginger, jamu, lemon)
• Included coffee & tea: espresso, long black, macchiato, cappuccino, flat white, latte, matcha (with soy, almond & coconut milk) — plus Bali-based teas: chamomile, Earl Grey, English breakfast, jasmine, peppermint
• Signature cocktails USD 15–20: Basilic Fizz, Espresso Martini, Frozen Daiquiri, Margarita (classic or spicy), Mojito, Old Fashioned — Amaretto Sour, Apérol Spritz, Negroni USD 20
• Spirits USD 10–20: Bombay Sapphire, Tanqueray, Hendrick's, Bacardi, Captain Morgan, Jim Beam, Jameson, Jack Daniel's, Johnnie Walker Black Label, Glenfiddich 12, Smirnoff, Absolut, Grey Goose, Belvedere, Jose Cuervo Silver/Reposado
• Wine: Two Islands (Indonesia) whites, reds & rosé from USD 30; Studio Miraval Rosé USD 60; Two Islands sparkling USD 40; Bisol Prosecco USD 60
• Champagne: Billecart-Salmon Brut USD 160, Veuve Clicquot Brut USD 200
• Beer USD 5: Bintang, Bintang Radler, San Miguel

The inclusive drink list is complimentary; cocktails, wine, champagne, spirits and beer are billed separately at the published USD prices.

Wellness and spa on Kayra Phinisi

Kayra offers up to two hours of bespoke massage treatments per day for the vessel (non-cumulative, not per guest), delivered onboard in the dedicated wellness suite by a specialist therapist.

• Relaxing Full Body Massage — traditional Balinese, palm pressure & long strokes: 60 min USD 60 / 90 min USD 80
• Back, Head & Shoulder Massage — 30 min USD 35 / 60 min USD 60
• Reflexology Massage — pressure-point therapy: 30 min USD 35 / 60 min USD 60
• Revitalizing Head Massage — scalp, neck & face: 30 min USD 35 / 60 min USD 60

Complimentary offering of up to 2 hours per day for the vessel — non-cumulative and applied per day, not per guest.

Equipment and water toys on board Kayra Phinisi

Diving and snorkelling

• Diving equipment for 8 divers
• Full snorkelling kit
• 2 fishing gear sets

Water toys and leisure

• 2 sea scooters
• 2 stand-up paddleboards (+4 on request)
• 2 kayaks
• 1 towable donut
• 1 wakeboard
• 1 pair of water skis
• 1 electric foil
• Inflatables on request (max 2 per request): cabana (sofa & table), XXL sunbed, slide, floating platform, floating pool

Tenders

• 1 Komodo-class RIB tender for fast island hopping and beach drops

Comfort and entertainment

• In every cabin: espresso machine and Smart TV
• Bathroom amenities in Kayra signature scent: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, body lotion, aftersun, face & body mist
• Toiletry pouch (dental kit, vanity kit, comb, soap, sewing kit), hair dryer, prayer mat, soft & firm pillows
• Japanese-style toilets in Master, VIP and public restroom; classic toilets in guest cabins
• Fitness & wellness suite: multi-function machine (pull-up, rowing), bench, dumbbells 2–10 kg, electric bike, 8 yoga mats, sauna, boxing equipment, massage table
• Entertainment: PlayStation 5 (Minecraft Legends, Tekken 8, Mortal Kombat, NBA 2K24, FC24, Ratchet & Clank, Horizon Forbidden West), 2 microphones, projector, board games (Catan, Codenames, Werewolf, Uno, poker, chess)
• Family-friendly on request: high chair, baby bed, baby life jackets (S & M)

Safety equipment

• Life jackets for all guests including baby sizes (S & M) on request

Navigation

• Garmin Aquamap 1252
• Mitsubishi 340 hp engine
• 4-blade propeller (104 cm span, Ø 44 cm)
• Fuel capacity 6,000 L, water capacity 4,000 L
• Cruising speed 6–7 knots

Crew and service on Kayra Phinisi

Kayra is run by a 14-strong crew led by Captain Rikardus Sales Karno and Cruise Director / Dive Master I Putu Oky Saputra, with a Head Chef of 20+ years and a Chief Steward specialised in tropical cocktails.

• Captain — Rikardus Sales Karno: Years navigating the waters of Komodo aboard multiple phinisi vessels; progressed from helmsman to Captain with deep knowledge of the archipelago's routes and conditions.
• Cruise Director & Dive Master (PADI) — I Putu Oky Saputra: Background across hospitality and diving; oversees guest activities, dive briefings and daily experiences tailored to each group.
• Chief Officer — Qiat: Progressed through the ranks in Indonesia's liveaboard industry; supports the Captain with navigation, deck operations and onboard safety.
• Chief Engineer — Mara: Extensive engineering experience across commercial and passenger vessels; responsible for engine, machinery and onboard technical systems.
• Second Engineer — Made: At sea since 2015 with expertise in engineering, electrical and engine-room operations across multiple phinisi.
• Deckhand — Basri: Long-time Able Seaman and helmsman; supports navigation, mooring and vessel maintenance.
• Head Chef — Brida: 20+ years across luxury yachts, liveaboards and hospitality venues; specialises in Indonesian and international cuisine, with tailored menus for every voyage.
• Chief Steward — Komang: Over a decade in maritime hospitality; specialist in tropical-inspired cocktails and service across luxury phinisi.
• Steward / Housekeeping — Aditia: Luxury hospitality and liveaboard experience; supports housekeeping, laundry and guest-space upkeep throughout each voyage.