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Group size
A couple, a family with 1–3 young children or 3–6 friends; check boarding ease for children or limited mobility.
Villa and sea · 2026
Choosing Your Private Yacht in Bali
Phinisi, catamaran or motor yacht — how each one pairs with a luxury villa stay.
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Bali charters come in three types: the traditional Phinisi for slow multi-day voyages, the stable catamaran for day trips, and the fast motor yacht for quick island hops.
- Day charters typically $1,500–8,000
- Nusa Islands: 1.5–2 hours by sail, under 45 minutes by motor yacht
- Komodo and Raja Ampat: 2–3 days’ sail
Three vessels
Phinisi, catamaran or motor yacht?
Phinisi
- Size & guests
- 25–45 m, 3–7 cabins, 6–14 guests on multi-day voyages
- Speed & style
- 7–10 knots; traditional, romantic, slow and immersive
Catamaran
- Size & guests
- 12–20 m; 8–16 guests by day, 4–8 overnight
- Speed & style
- 8–15 knots; stable, 30–50% more deck space, draft under 2 m
Motor yacht
- Size & guests
- 15 to 30+ m; 6–20 guests by day, 2–10 overnight
- Speed & style
- 18–25 knots; modern, air-conditioned, fastest transfers
Luxury Phinisi multi-day charters can exceed $3,000 per day; high-end catamaran or motor yacht day charters typically run $1,500–8,000.
The Phinisi
Indonesia’s traditional two-master
A hand-built two-masted sailing vessel from the Bugis and Makassar people of South Sulawesi, often of ironwood or teak.
UNESCO recognised the Pinisi boat-building tradition as Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2017. Voyages reach Komodo National Park or Raja Ampat.
Before you charter
Choosing the right yacht
What to decide before you book.
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Duration
Half-day (4 hours), full-day (8 hours) or multi-day (2+ nights).
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Destination
Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, the Gili Islands, or further to Komodo National Park.
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Budget
From $1,500 a day for a mid-luxury catamaran to $10,000+ for an ultra-luxury motor yacht or multi-day Phinisi.
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Activities
Snorkelling, scuba diving, surfing, paddleboarding or secluded beaches.
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Onboard services
A private chef, professional crew, massage therapists or entertainment systems.
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Sustainability
Ask about waste management, no-anchor zones, reef avoidance and solar power.
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