Vela Raja Ampat Yacht Charter
Private luxury phinisi for Raja Ampat charters — 12 guests, 6 cabins, ideal for families & groups of friends seeking adventure with refinement.
- 4.9 Google rating
- 500+ charters completed
- No broker markup
- Direct owner rates
- Owner-confirmed availability
Vela is a luxury phinisi available for private yacht charters in Raja Ampat. She accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 cabins with a crew of 16, best suited for families & groups of friends seeking adventure with refinement.Vela works especially well for Raja Ampat, Komodo, Spice Islands (Banda), Alor & Maumere itineraries of 7 to 10 nights, embarking from Sorong. From On request per night — current rates and availability confirmed before booking.
| Yacht | Vela |
|---|---|
| Destination | Raja Ampat, Indonesia |
| Type | Luxury phinisi |
| Length | 50 m |
| Guests (max) | 12 |
| Cabins | 6 |
| Crew | 16 |
| Starting price | On request / night |
| Embarkation | Sorong (SOQ), West Papua |
| Best season | October – April |
| Recommended trip length | 7 – 10 nights |
| Best for | Families & groups of friends seeking adventure with refinement |
| Best routes | Central Raja Ampat |
| Diving on board | Yes — full setup, charged as extra |
| Water toys | 2 × Yamaha WaveRunner EXR jet skis, 2 × Seabob F5S underwater scooters, Waterskis and wakeboard |
| Brochure available | Yes — downloadable PDF |
Why request Vela through Raja Ampat Private Yachts?
Raja Ampat specialists with direct access to owner-confirmed availability. We compare Vela against similar yachts and only recommend what fits your trip.
Request Current Availability- 4.9 Google review rating across 500+ arranged charters
- No broker markup added to the yacht price
- Direct owner rates where available
- We check current Vela availability before sending options
- Clear inclusions, exclusions and route suitability upfront
- Brochure-sourced yacht details, not generic listings
- Yachts matched to your dates, route, group size and budget
- Final rates and charter terms confirmed before booking
Inside Vela
Cabins, salon and deck spaces on Vela as she runs in Raja Ampat. Tap any image to open the gallery.
Who Vela suits — and who it doesn't
Best for
- Families and multi-generational groups
- Couples looking for full privacy
- Diving groups (full dive setup on board)
- Honeymoons and special occasions
- Luxury groups seeking premium service
- 7 to 10-night Raja Ampat expeditions
- Misool, Wayag and Central Raja Ampat routes
Not ideal for
- Very short 2–3 night trips (this yacht rewards longer itineraries)
- Budget-first travellers below private-charter pricing
We'll always confirm fit against your dates, group and route before recommending Vela — or suggest a closer match from our curated fleet.
Why Vela works for Raja Ampat
Vela was conceived for modern-day adventurers and experiential travellers eager to explore the most remote corners of the Indonesian archipelago. Built in South Sulawesi by renowned Konjo boatbuilders using locally sourced ironwood and teak, she blends centuries-old tradition with modern naval design by Tresno Seery (Outborn Watercraft) — stable, highly manoeuvrable and equally at home cruising Raja Ampat or undertaking longer crossings. Six luxury staterooms accommodate up to 12 guests: an Owner's Suite with a private terrace and 180° views, a Master Cabin, and four staterooms configurable as king or twin. Interiors by Natacha Tanguy pair Italian fabrics, Ubud-made terracotta, hand-carved marble vanities and Axor fittings by Philippe Starck.
- 50 m sailing phinisi, 6 en-suite suites for up to 12 guests, in-house crew of 16
- Owner's Suite (40 m²) with private terrace, oversized BetteLux bathtub and 180° views
- Full dive setup — 12 dive kits, 2 Bauer compressors, Nitrox generator, PADI-friendly team
- Serious water-sports fleet — 2 Zodiac Pro 7 tenders, 2 Yamaha jet skis, 2 Seabob F5S, wakeboard, SUPs, kayaks
- Wine cellar, La Marzocco espresso, complimentary Starlink internet and cinema under the stars
Vela cabins, layout and deck spaces
Vela is laid out across three decks — bridge, main and lower — with six en-suite staterooms and a distinct separation between guest and crew flow. The bridge deck holds the Owner's Suite and the wheelhouse, the main deck the Master Cabin, dining room, lounge and aft decks, and the lower deck the four remaining staterooms plus engine room and crew quarters.
Cabin types
- Owner's Suite — 1 × bridge deck, 40 m², king bed, private terrace, oversized BetteLux bathtub, hand-carved his-and-hers marble vanities, 55" Smart TV, Sonance ceiling speakers
- Master Cabin — 1 × main deck, 35 m², king bed, hand-carved oversized marble vanity, Axor fittings, 55" Smart TV
- Staterooms — 4 × lower deck, 18–23 m², king bed or 2 twin beds, hand-carved marble vanity, Axor fittings, 49" Smart TV, DALI soundbar
Deck by deck
Bridge deck
- Owner's Suite (40 m²) with large private terrace and 180° views
- Wheelhouse and captain's quarters
- Stairs to the yoga deck above and main deck below
Main deck
- Master Cabin (35 m²) with king bed and marble vanity
- Indoor dining room and lounge with bar and wine cellar
- Aft lounge and dining area, foredeck daybeds
- Galley, day head
Lower deck
- 4 staterooms (18–23 m²), king bed or two twin beds
- Engine room (separated from guest areas)
- Crew quarters
Food and dining on Vela
Vela's executive chef and galley team reinterpret local and Western favourites using fresh ingredients sourced from local markets and fishermen. Guests can dine under the stars on the ample aft and front decks, in the indoor dining room, or with their feet in the sand on a private beach.
- Executive chef and dedicated galley team onboard
- Fresh produce sourced daily from local markets and fishermen
- Alfresco dining on the aft or front deck, indoor dining room, or private beach set-ups
- Cinema-under-the-stars evenings with snacks
- La Marzocco espresso with locally sourced Indonesian beans
- Menus tailored around dietary needs and guest preferences
Please share dietary preferences and any speciality requests in advance so provisioning can be arranged.
Drinks and bar service on Vela
Vela carries a fully stocked wine cellar and a lounge bar with panoramic views. The bar programme is tailored to the group — everyday drinks are covered by the charter, and premium wines, champagnes and speciality spirits can be pre-ordered.
- Fully stocked wine cellar
- Main-deck lounge bar with unobstructed views
- Signature cocktails made to order
- Barista-style coffee and tea service via La Marzocco espresso machine
- Champagnes, premium wines and rare spirits available on pre-order
Share your preferred spirits, wine styles and non-alcoholic options ahead of the charter so the cellar can be provisioned to taste.
Equipment and water toys on board Vela
Diving and snorkelling
- 12 dive kits in various sizes including BCD, regulator and dive computer
- 2 Bauer air compressors
- 1 Nitrox generator for extended bottom times and shorter surface intervals
- Snorkelling gear for every guest
- Qualified dive instructors — PADI Open Water certification available onboard
Water toys and leisure
- 2 × Yamaha WaveRunner EXR jet skis
- 2 × Seabob F5S underwater scooters
- Waterskis and wakeboard
- Towables and inflatables
- Stand-up paddleboards
- Sea kayaks
- Fishing gear
- Outdoor gym with TRX suspension trainers, dumbbells and yoga mats
Tenders
- 2 × Zodiac Pro 7 tenders with Mercury 200 hp outboards
Comfort and entertainment
- Complimentary Starlink satellite internet
- OLED Samsung Smart TVs in every suite with 400+ movies on demand
- Cinema under the stars
- DALI soundbars and Sonance built-in ceiling speakers
- Marine AC throughout
- In-room safety boxes
- Reef-safe bathroom amenities produced for Vela in Bali
- Fine fabrics by Hermès and Dedar Milano; custom Gaya Ceramics from Ubud
Safety equipment
- Life rafts, life jackets and life buoys for full guest and crew complement
- Onboard first-aid and O2 kits
- Fire detection, extinguishers and hydrants across all decks
Navigation
- Two-masted sailing rig, hull in locally sourced ironwood and teak
- Main engine: 890 hp Yanmar
- 3 Yanmar generators, 153 kW total power
- 2 Pomar watermakers, Jets vacuum marine toilet system
- GPS, radar, AIS, VHF radios
Crew and service on Vela
Vela sails with an in-house crew of 16 — a proudly Indonesian team including captain and deck officers, executive chef and galley team, qualified dive instructors, cruise director and dedicated stewards. The team is used to fully personalised charters for families and groups of friends.
- Captain — Indonesian master mariner: Experienced across Raja Ampat, Komodo, the Banda Sea and Alor
- Cruise Director — Onboard host: Coordinates itinerary, excursions and events with the group
- Executive Chef — Local & Western cuisine: Designs personalised menus using fresh local ingredients
- Dive Instructors — PADI qualified: Lead diving, snorkelling and onboard certification courses
Best Raja Ampat routes for Vela
Vela typically runs Raja Ampat, Komodo, Spice Islands (Banda), Alor & Maumere on private charters. Route suitability is confirmed with owner and captain before booking.
Sorong · Dampier Strait · Arborek · Kri · Manta Sandy. A tight loop focused on the best-known dive and snorkelling sites.
Combines Dampier Strait with either the karst pinnacles of Wayag or the remote reefs of Misool. Our most-booked itinerary.
Full Raja Ampat expedition covering north and south. Recommended for divers and adventurous groups with time.
Final itineraries depend on weather, sea conditions, yacht speed, guest preferences and availability.
A 7-night itinerary on Vela
A representative route — every Vela charter is tailored to your dates, group and priorities.
- Day 1Embark Sorong
Arrive Sorong (SOQ), transfer to yacht, welcome dinner as we cruise to Dampier Strait.
- Day 2Dampier Strait — Cape Kri & Sardines
Two of Raja Ampat's most iconic dive and snorkel sites; explore Kri Island in the afternoon.
- Day 3Arborek & Manta Sandy
Village visit, drift snorkel and manta ray cleaning station.
- Day 4Passage south to Misool
Overnight cruise to Misool, spa and deck day on board.
- Day 5Misool lagoons
Karst islands, lagoons, jellyfish lake and pristine reefs.
- Day 6Misool dive sites
Boo Windows, Magic Mountain, Nudi Rock — some of the richest reefs on the planet.
- Day 7Return north via Piaynemo
Sunrise viewpoint at Piaynemo, snorkel Melissa's Garden, cruise back to Sorong.
- Day 8Disembark Sorong
Breakfast on board, transfer to airport.
Final itineraries depend on weather, sea conditions, yacht speed, guest preferences and availability.
Vela price guidance
From On request / night for a fully private charter, before Raja Ampat marine park fees, diving and gratuity.
Get Exact PricingDirect owner rates · No broker markup · Clear inclusions and exclusions
What affects the final price
- Season and calendar week
- Trip length (5 / 7 / 10 nights)
- Route and cruising distance
- Guest count
- Diving programme
- Alcohol and bar arrangements
- Fuel / APA if applicable
- Marine park fees
- Special requests and experiences
Final pricing depends on yacht, season, route, inclusions and availability. Current rates are confirmed before booking.
Vela — what's included and what's extra
Usually included
- All meals and snacks prepared by the executive chef
- Soft drinks, juices, tea and coffee
- Use of dive equipment and snorkelling gear
- Qualified dive instructors and dive briefings
- All water sports — jet skis, Seabobs, wakeboard, waterskis, SUPs, kayaks, fishing gear
- 2 Zodiac Pro 7 tenders for excursions and diving
- Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi
- In-suite entertainment (Smart TVs, 400+ movies on demand)
- Reef-safe bathroom amenities
Usually extra
- International and domestic airfares, excess baggage, passports, visas and airport taxes
- Alcoholic beverages — beer, wine, champagne and spirits (pre-order at additional cost)
- PADI certification courses (available onboard at additional cost)
- Nitrox fills for certified Nitrox divers (available on request)
- Fuel surcharges for exceptional itineraries or long crossings
- Indonesian government taxes where applicable
- Travel and medical insurance with water sports and diving cover (mandatory)
- Crew gratuities (discretionary)
Inclusions and exclusions are summarised from the current Vela booking documents. Final pricing depends on season, route, inclusions and availability — current rates are confirmed before booking.
Download Vela yacht documents
Brochure-sourced details for Vela — direct downloadable PDFs. Current details confirmed before booking.
Brochure-sourced details · Direct downloadable documents · Current details confirmed before booking
Activities on board Vela
Every Vela charter is fully personalised — from scuba diving with manta rays and hiking among Komodo dragons to sheer relaxation on a secluded beach. No two experiences are ever the same onboard.
- Scuba diving across Indonesia's Golden Coral Triangle — manta rays, sea turtles, sharks, macro life
- PADI Open Water certification available onboard with qualified instructors
- Snorkelling, freediving and Seabob rides over pristine reefs
- Jet skis, wakeboarding, waterskiing, SUPs and sea kayaking
- Island treks, hidden coves and panoramic viewpoint hikes
- Beach barbecues and candlelit private-beach dinners
- Yoga on the dedicated yoga deck and in-room massage on request
- Cinema under the stars after dinner
Important Vela charter terms
A plain-language summary of the client-facing charter terms for Vela. Full terms are shared with the booking confirmation.
- Minimum nights & embarkation
- Typically 6–7 nights minimum; short charters and repositioning legs by arrangement.
- Pick-up & drop-off
- For Raja Ampat, fly into Sorong (SOQ); for Komodo, Labuan Bajo (LBJ); for the Banda Sea / Spice Islands, Ambon (AMQ); for Alor & Maumere, Alor or Maumere airports.
- Pricing & taxes
- Charter rates are quoted per yacht (not per cabin) and vary by season and destination. Please request the current live rate — Vela runs seasonal availability and periodic special offers.
- Itineraries
- Itineraries are indicative and may change due to weather, sea state, port authority instructions or operational requirements at the captain's discretion.
Similar yachts to Vela
Curated comparison — only complete yacht pages with confirmed photos and current details.
Alila Purnama
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.
Celestia
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.
Silolona
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.
Vela — frequently asked questions
How many guests can Vela accommodate?+
Vela sleeps up to 12 guests in 6 en-suite staterooms — an Owner's Suite with private terrace, a Master Cabin, and 4 staterooms configurable as king or twin. She's ideally sized for a single extended family or two families travelling together.
When can I charter Vela in Raja Ampat?+
Vela sails in Raja Ampat during the region's calmest months (typically October to April) and cruises Komodo, the Banda Sea / Spice Islands and Alor & Maumere the rest of the year. Ask us for her current published season and availability.
Is Vela suitable for divers and non-divers?+
Yes. Vela carries 12 full dive kits, 2 Bauer compressors and a Nitrox generator, with qualified instructors onboard for both certified divers and beginners completing their PADI Open Water certification during the charter. Non-divers have jet skis, Seabobs, SUPs, kayaks and snorkelling gear at their disposal.
What water toys are onboard?+
2 Zodiac Pro 7 tenders with Mercury 200 hp outboards, 2 Yamaha WaveRunner jet skis, 2 Seabob F5S underwater scooters, wakeboard and waterskis, towables, stand-up paddleboards, sea kayaks, fishing gear, and an outdoor gym with TRX kits, dumbbells and yoga mats.
What is the dining like onboard?+
Vela's executive chef reinterprets local and Western favourites using fresh ingredients from local markets and fishermen. You can dine under the stars on the aft and front decks, in the indoor dining room, or on a private beach with a candlelit set-up. La Marzocco espresso, a fully stocked wine cellar and a lounge bar complete the setting.
What is included in the charter rate?+
All meals and snacks, soft drinks and juices, use of dive and snorkelling equipment, all water sports, 2 tenders, Starlink Wi-Fi, in-suite entertainment, reef-safe amenities and qualified dive instructors. Alcoholic beverages, PADI certification courses, Nitrox fills, insurance, government taxes and gratuities are additional.
How do we get to Vela?+
For Raja Ampat you fly into Sorong (SOQ), for Komodo into Labuan Bajo (LBJ), for the Banda Sea into Ambon (AMQ), and for Alor & Maumere into Alor or Maumere airport. The crew coordinates the tender transfer once you arrive.
What makes Vela different from other luxury phinisi?+
Vela was designed by naval architect Tresno Seery for genuine sailing performance and long crossings, not just anchorage-hopping. She combines Konjo boatbuilding craftsmanship with a modern hull, Philippe Starck-designed Axor fittings, Hermès and Dedar Milano fabrics, custom Ubud ceramics, complimentary Starlink and one of the more serious water-sports fleets in the region.
Plan your charter around Vela
Request Vela availability
- 1. We review your dates, group size and budget.
- 2. We check suitable Raja Ampat yachts and availability.
- 3. You get curated options with pricing and route ideas.
Independent specialist guidance — not a generic booking engine. We only recommend yachts we would send our own family on.