An AruMarine private yacht charter gives you an entire vessel, crew, and custom itinerary across Indonesian waters for your group alone, with routes built around Bali, the Nusa islands, Lombok, Komodo, or Raja Ampat and durations from a single day to multi-week expeditions. Chartering privately means the schedule, stops, menu, and pace are set by you rather than a fixed departure, which is why couples, families, and groups celebrating an occasion choose it over shared cruises. This page explains vessel classes, route options, what a charter includes, and how the quote and booking process works.
What Kinds of Yachts Can You Charter?
Indonesia’s charter fleet is dominated by the Phinisi, a traditional two-masted wooden sailing vessel design from Sulawesi that modern builders fit out with air-conditioned cabins, en-suite bathrooms, and full crews. AruMarine arranges charters across three broad classes so the boat matches the group and the route:
| Class | Typical Capacity | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Day yachts and speed cruisers | 2 to 12 guests | Fast, modern, ideal for single-day Bali and Nusa island routes |
| Classic Phinisi liveaboards | 4 to 16 guests in 2 to 8 cabins | Wooden sailing character, spacious decks, multi-day comfort |
| Luxury expedition yachts | 6 to 20 guests | Master suites, jacuzzis, water toys, full-service crew |
Every proposal includes the specific vessel’s deck plan, cabin photos, crew size, and safety equipment list, so you can compare boats on facts rather than marketing descriptions.
Which Routes Can a Private Charter Cover?
Komodo is the most chartered multi-day route in Indonesia, but a private boat opens itineraries that scheduled cruises cannot sell. Popular charter plans include:
- Bali day charter: Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida, and Manta Point in one flexible day with lunch on board
- Bali to Gili and Lombok: two to four days linking beaches, reefs, and quiet anchorages across the Lombok Strait
- Komodo private loop: three to five days covering Padar, Komodo dragon treks, Pink Beach, and manta sites at your own pace
- Raja Ampat expedition: seven days or more through the archipelago’s islands and lagoons in prime season
- Custom crossings: repositioning routes such as Bali to Labuan Bajo, sailed as a slow cruise with daily stops
Because the vessel is yours, you decide whether a day is built around diving, fishing, beach time, or simply sailing, and the captain adjusts the plan daily with you.
What Does a Private Charter Include?
A full crew is standard on every multi-day charter, typically a captain, engineer, cook, and deckhands, plus a dedicated guest host on larger yachts, so guests never handle the boat themselves. Charters are quoted with full-board dining prepared on board, drinking water, tea and coffee, fuel for the agreed route, snorkeling equipment, and harbor fees for the planned stops. Kayaks and paddleboards are carried on most liveaboard vessels, and dive equipment, dive guides, fishing tackle, special menus, celebration setups, and photographer services can be added to the proposal. National park and ranger fees for areas such as Komodo are itemized in the quote so the total is transparent.
How Much Does a Yacht Charter Cost?
Charter pricing in Indonesia is quoted per vessel per day rather than per person, which means the per-guest cost falls sharply as your group grows toward the boat’s capacity. The daily rate depends on vessel class, season, route, and fuel distance; a short Bali day charter on a speed cruiser sits at a very different level from a week on a luxury Phinisi in Komodo. Rather than publishing generic numbers that ignore these variables, AruMarine prepares a written quote for your exact group size, dates, and route, with every inclusion listed. Comparing two or three proposed vessels side by side is normal, and there is no obligation at the proposal stage.
Who Charters Privately, and When Should You Book?
High season for charters runs from June to September plus the December holidays, and sought-after vessels in Komodo are commonly reserved two to six months ahead for those windows. Honeymooners are a large share of charter guests; if a romantic route with privacy extras is the goal, the dedicated AruMarine honeymoon cruise service builds exactly that. Families choose charters for control over pace and safety, and can compare shared options on the AruMarine family cruise page. Groups who like the Komodo route but do not need the whole boat can weigh scheduled departures on the AruMarine Komodo liveaboard cruise instead.
How Does the Quote and Booking Process Work?
The process runs in three steps and starts with a single message. First, send your dates, group size, preferred region, and any priorities such as diving, fishing, or a celebration. Second, the team replies with two or three matched vessels, each with deck plan, itinerary draft, and full written pricing, normally within one working day. Third, once you approve a proposal, the booking is confirmed with a deposit and you receive a final itinerary, packing guidance, and crew contact details before departure. Changes to the route can still be discussed with the captain during the trip, weather permitting, because flexibility is the point of chartering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a private charter only for large groups?
No, couples are among the most common charter guests. Smaller vessels with two or three cabins exist precisely for parties of two to six, and day cruisers take pairs on single-day routes. Per-vessel pricing does mean larger groups pay less per person, but two-guest charters on compact boats remain a popular and realistic format.
Do I need sailing experience to charter a yacht?
No experience is needed because every charter is fully crewed. A captain, engineer, and cook run the vessel, navigation, and meals, while guests are free to relax, swim, or help hoist sails for fun where the boat allows it. Bareboat self-sail charter is not part of this service, so licensing is never a concern.
Can the itinerary change after the charter starts?
Yes, within safety and permit limits. The captain reviews each day’s plan with you on board and can extend time at an anchorage you love or swap a stop, provided weather, distances, and park rules allow it. Major route changes that affect fuel or permits are agreed with the operations team during the trip.
What is the best season for a Komodo charter?
April to November is the dry sailing season in Komodo, with June to September the most requested charter window. Seas are calmest and viewpoints driest in these months. December to March brings the west monsoon, when some vessels reposition to Raja Ampat, where conditions peak from October to April.
Request a Private Yacht Charter Proposal
Send your dates, group size, and preferred region and receive matched vessels with deck plans and complete written pricing before you decide anything. Message the AruMarine team on WhatsApp at https://wa.me/6281139414563 or email bd@juaraholding.com.