Phinisi Charter

Raja Ampat Phinisi Charter — Traditional Sailing Yachts

Raja Ampat Phinisi Charter — Traditional Sailing Yachts

In One Sentence

Traditional Sulawesi craftsmanship, built for Raja Ampat's reefs

A Raja Ampat phinisi charter puts you aboard a traditional Indonesian wooden sailing yacht — ensuite cabins, a dedicated chef, and a hull built to navigate narrow channels and reefs other vessels can't reach. Flagship vessels like Lamima and Prana by Atzaró carry up to 18 guests.

Weekly rates on named phinisis run around USD 130,000, whole-boat, all-inclusive.

Key Features

What a phinisi is built for

Phinisi vs Catamaran

Phinisi vs Catamaran

Phinisi Catamaran

Craftsmanship

Traditional Indonesian teak craftsmanship, cultural ambiance

Modern, open, spacious design

Stability

Heels (tilts) when sailing

No heeling — flat, stable platform

Draft & access

Deeper draft, limited lagoon access

Shallow draft, access to remote lagoons

Named Phinisi Vessels

Two flagship phinisis, whole-boat privacy

Lamima

Lamima

65m Luxury Phinisi · 7 cabins · up to 14 guests · from $189,000/week

The largest phinisi in the region, handcrafted for whole-group privacy across the archipelago.

Prana by Atzaró

Prana by Atzaró

55m Luxury Phinisi · 9 cabins · up to 18 guests · from $140,000/week

A spacious luxury phinisi for larger groups, without losing whole-boat intimacy.

Common Questions

Before you book

What's the difference between a phinisi and a catamaran?

A phinisi is a traditional wooden sailing yacht that heels under sail and has a deeper draft; a catamaran is a modern twin-hull vessel with no heeling and a shallow draft for reaching remote lagoons.

How much does a phinisi charter cost?

Whole-boat and all-inclusive, the flagship phinisis run from about USD 140,000/week for Prana by Atzaró (from USD 20,000/night) and USD 189,000/week for Lamima (from USD 27,000/night). Smaller phinisis start well below that.

What's included?

Ensuite cabins, all meals and beverages, scuba diving equipment and excursions, guided island tours, and snorkelling/kayaking gear.

Who is a phinisi charter best for?

Diving enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those wanting a cultural, heritage-rich sailing experience — families, friend groups, and couples alike.

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