Silolona Raja Ampat Yacht Charter

Why Silolona works for Raja Ampat

Silolona is a fixture of Indonesian yachting — a modern classic built to the demanding standards of German Lloyd's register of shipping by Konjo boat builders to a Seery Yacht Design. She reads more like a private wooden home than a modern yacht: teak decks, antique doors, hand-woven textiles and five suites each drawing on a different Indonesian island culture — Bali, Asmat, Java, Sumba and Borneo. Two masts and 547 m² of gaff-rigged sail area (586 m² with the flying jib and fisherman) drive her at a comfortable 10–12 knots, while a 680 HP Yanmar main engine and 275 GT of hull carry a permanent 17-strong Indonesian crew — including trip leader, PADI dive instructor and full service and galley teams — for up to twelve guests. She is chosen by travellers who care about craft, antiques and traditional Indonesian sailing across Raja Ampat, Komodo, the Banda Sea, the Spice Islands and, seasonally, Mergui.

• 47.85 m ironwood phinisi, gaff-rigged with 547 m² of sail
• 5 culturally themed suites — Bali, Asmat, Java, Sumba, Borneo
• 17-strong Indonesian crew with a full PADI dive centre and instructor
• Fully air-conditioned lounge, library, multimedia room and alfresco dining
• Three tenders (2 × 5.5 m RIB + 1 × 5 m RIB) for diving, snorkelling and beach landings
• Cruises Raja Ampat, Komodo, Banda Sea, Spice Islands and Mergui

Silolona cabins, layout and deck spaces

Silolona measures 47.85 m overall (36.5 m on deck) with a 10 m beam, 3.27 m draft and 275 GT. She is a two-masted gaff-rigged phinisi built in ironwood by Konjo boat builders to a Seery Yacht Design, arranged over a fore deck, a main deck with saloon and library, and a lower deck housing all five guest suites, the galley and crew quarters.

Cabin types

• Bali Suite (Master) — Master suite decorated with authentic Balinese textiles, carvings and warm hardwoods; en-suite bathroom with generous bathing facilities.
• Asmat Suite (Master) — Master suite themed around the tribal art of Papua's Asmat region, with dark timbers and artefact detailing; en-suite bathroom.
• Java Suite (Master) — Master suite with Javanese textiles and patterned pillows, carved timber walls and traditional Indonesian décor; en-suite bathroom.
• Sumba Suite (Guest) — Guest suite dressed in Sumba ikat textiles with wooden walls and a private vanity area; en-suite bathroom.
• Borneo Suite (Guest) — Guest suite themed around Dayak Borneo craft and textiles; en-suite bathroom.

Deck by deck

Food and dining on Silolona

Meals on Silolona are one of the highlights of the charter — an international and Asian menu prepared onboard from the freshest local ingredients and tailored to each guest's taste. The kitchen team can flex from exotic tropical Indonesian dishes to familiar Western favourites, plated in the air-conditioned saloon or served alfresco on the shaded fore deck.

• International and Asian cuisine prepared from fresh local ingredients
• Menus adapted to guest preferences, allergies and dietary requirements
• Alfresco dining on the shaded fore deck or in the air-conditioned saloon
• Beach picnics and private shore setups arranged by the crew
• Fresh baking, tropical fruit platters and seasonal seafood

Share dietary preferences and any allergies with us in advance so the galley can provision the trip accordingly.

Drinks and bar service on Silolona

Soft drinks, juices, tea, coffee and bottled water flow throughout the day. The 2026 charter rate also includes local beers plus four bottles of local wine per boat per night. Imported wines, champagnes and premium spirits are pre-ordered à la carte from the onboard cellar list — pricing in the Beverage Menu document.

• Bottled water, soft drinks, juices, tea and coffee — included
• Local beers included in the charter rate
• 4 bottles of local wine per boat per night included
• Imported wines, champagnes and premium spirits charged à la carte
• Wine list spans Australian, French, NZ, Chilean and Argentine labels; champagne from Moët & Veuve Clicquot
• Sundowners on the fore deck at anchor

Send your preferred wines, spirits and non-alcoholic drinks in advance so the trip leader can provision to your taste. See the Beverage Menu document for full pricing.

Equipment and water toys on board Silolona

Diving and snorkelling

• Official PADI dive centre onboard with a PADI dive instructor
• Full ScubaPro dive equipment — BCDs, regulators, wetsuits, masks, snorkels, fins, tanks
• Onboard compressor for tank fills
• Snorkelling gear for every guest
• Certification courses can be arranged onboard with advance notice

Water toys and leisure

• Water skis and wakeboard
• Stand-up paddle (SUP) boards
• Sea kayaks
• Inflatable donut (towed ride)
• Sport fishing gear
• Full snorkelling kit for every guest
• Kid-friendly water sports setup

Tenders

• 2 × 5.5 m RIB with 100 hp outboards — dive and exploration tenders
• 1 × 5 m RIB with 50 hp outboard — beach landings and support

Comfort and entertainment

• Fully air-conditioned interiors and lounge
• Library and multimedia centre on the main deck
• Shaded alfresco dining and lounge on the fore deck
• Aft-deck lounge for sunset and post-dive relaxation
• Onboard spa therapist — unlimited massage included
• Starlink maritime internet at sea (250 GB per 7 nights)

Safety equipment

• Built to German Lloyd's register of shipping
• Onboard first-aid kit and safety briefings on embarkation
• PADI-certified dive team responsible for in-water safety
• Experienced 17-strong permanent Indonesian crew

Navigation

• Length overall 47.85 m / 157 ft; length on deck 36.5 m / 120 ft
• Beam 10 m; draft 3.27 m; gross tonnage 275 GT
• Ironwood hull built by Konjo boat builders to a Seery Yacht Design
• Two-masted gaff rig — 547 m² sail area (586 m² with flying jib and fisherman)
• 680 HP Yanmar main engine; cruising speed 10–12 knots
• Registry: Bali, Indonesia

Crew and service on Silolona

Silolona sails with a permanent 17-strong Indonesian crew, led by a dedicated trip leader who is the guests' single point of contact throughout the charter. The team combines seasoned deck and engineering hands with a full service and galley brigade and an official PADI dive centre.

• Trip Leader — Onboard host: Coordinates the entire experience — routing, activities, dietary requests and shore-side logistics day by day.
• Captain — Indonesian master: Career phinisi captain with intimate knowledge of Raja Ampat, Komodo, the Banda Sea and the Spice Islands.
• PADI Dive Instructor — Head of Diving: Runs the onboard PADI dive centre, dive briefings and in-water safety; certification courses on request.
• Chef & Galley Team — International/Asian galley: Menus blending Indonesian and Western cuisine, adapted to each group's preferences and dietary needs.
• Service & Cabin Team — Housekeeping and F&B: Cabin service, laundry, bar and dining service across the main deck and fore deck.
• Deck & Engineering — Deck team: Sail handling, tender operations, anchoring and mechanical care of the ironwood hull and gaff rig.

Activities on board Silolona

Every Silolona voyage is fully customised around guests and conditions — a rolling mix of diving, snorkelling, cultural encounters, hikes and quiet sailing days. The trip leader shapes the daily programme with the captain and PADI dive instructor.

• Scuba diving with the onboard PADI team across Raja Ampat, Komodo, the Banda Sea and beyond
• Snorkelling on shallow reefs and mangrove edges
• Kayaking through lagoons, mangroves and hidden bays
• Wakeboarding behind the tender
• Fishing sessions with the crew
• Cultural visits to remote villages along the Spice Route
• Beach landings, sandbank picnics and sunset walks
• Sailing days under the gaff rig when winds allow

Before you board Silolona

What to bring

• Swimwear, rash guard and light cover-ups
• Breathable daywear (cotton and linen) 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
• Camera, GoPro and chargers with a universal adapter
• Passport valid 6+ months and any required visas
• Personal travel and dive insurance

Already on board

• Beach and bath towels, linens and sarongs
• Full ScubaPro dive kit and snorkelling gear
• Wakeboard, kayaks and fishing gear
• 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 trip leader for distribution.