Raja Ampat yacht charter cost (November 2026)
Updated 5 November 2026 · Prices from the Navélia Price Index
A private yacht charter in Raja Ampat costs from US$4,450 per night for the whole yacht, crew and meals included. The median of the 37 yachts we list is US$12,000 per night, about US$1,042 per guest per night when the yacht is full. A 7 night charter from Sorong on a median priced yacht costs about US$84,000 before park fees and gratuity.
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What a Raja Ampat charter costs in total
Whole yacht totals for the most common trip lengths, using published starting prices. Entry is the cheapest yacht, typical is the median and upper is the most expensive quarter of the fleet.
| Entry | Typical | Upper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 nights | US$22,300 | US$60,000 | US$77,500 |
| 7 nights | US$31,200 | US$84,000 | US$108,500 |
| 10 nights | US$44,500 | US$120,000 | US$155,000 |
Before park fees, drinks, diving and crew gratuity. Rounded to the nearest US$100.
Cost per person by group size
The cheapest yacht in Raja Ampat that sleeps your whole group, and what it works out to per person. Larger groups bring the cost per person down fast.
| Guests | Cheapest yacht that fits | Whole yacht / night | Per person / night | Per person, 7 nights | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Anne Bonny30 m · sleeps 9 | US$4,450 | US$2,225 | US$15,600 | |
| 4 | Anne Bonny30 m · sleeps 9 | US$4,450 | US$1,113 | US$7,800 | |
| 6 | Anne Bonny30 m · sleeps 9 | US$4,450 | US$742 | US$5,200 | |
| 8 | Anne Bonny30 m · sleeps 9 | US$4,450 | US$556 | US$3,900 | |
| 10 | Jakare30 m · sleeps 12 | US$4,900 | US$490 | US$3,400 | |
| 12 | Jakare30 m · sleeps 12 | US$4,900 | US$408 | US$2,900 | |
| 14 | Tiare45 m · sleeps 14 | US$6,400 | US$457 | US$3,200 |
Prices by yacht tier
| Tier | Yachts | Median per night |
|---|---|---|
| Classic phinisi (under US$4,500) | 1 | US$4,450 |
| Premium (US$4,500 to 9,000) | 11 | US$6,200 |
| Luxury (US$9,000 to 20,000) | 19 | US$13,000 |
| Superyacht (US$20,000 and over) | 6 | US$25,500 |
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What is included and what to budget extra
Usually included in the price per night: the whole yacht, captain and crew, all meals and non-alcoholic drinks, route planning, snorkelling gear and selected water toys, and fuel for the standard route. Inclusions vary slightly by yacht.
Budget extra for:
- The Raja Ampat entry permit costs about US$120 per guest and is not included in the yacht price.
- Crew gratuity, usually about 10% of the charter fee.
- Flights to the departure port. Charters start in Sorong, West Papua, reached on a domestic flight, usually via Jakarta, Makassar or Manado.
- Scuba diving, alcohol and spa treatments, where offered.
- Peak weeks such as Christmas, New Year and July to August can cost more than the starting price.
Payment terms depend per yacht, usually 50% to confirm and 50% 60 days before the charter.
How to get the best price
- Fill the cabins: the best value yacht here is Jakare, about US$408 per guest per night when full.
- Book early for school holidays and Christmas, when the best yachts sell out first.
- Ask us for the whole fleet for your dates: owners sometimes offer better rates for gaps between charters.
- Choose the trip length that fits the region instead of adding nights you will not use.
Raja Ampat is best from October to April, when the seas are calmest. Most charters run 5 to 7 nights; plan 7 to 10 nights to add Misool or Wayag.
Popular yachts for this region
All 37 private yachts in Raja Ampat, by price
Published starting price per night for the whole yacht. Tap a yacht for photos, cabins and the full price list.
| Yacht | Length | Guests | From / night | Per guest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anne Bonny | 30 m | 9 | US$4,450 | US$494 |
| Nataraja | 32 m | 8 | US$4,830 | US$604 |
| Jakare | 30 m | 12 | US$4,900 | US$408 |
| Andamari | 30 m | 12 | US$5,500 | US$458 |
| Magia II | 26 m | 10 | US$5,900 | US$590 |
| Dewata | 33 m | 6 | US$6,045 | US$1,008 |
| Sanya | 36 m | 5 | US$6,200 | US$1,240 |
| Senja | 31 m | 4 | US$6,200 | US$1,550 |
| Oracle | 35 m | 6 | US$6,250 | US$1,042 |
| Tiare | 45 m | 14 | US$6,400 | US$457 |
| Majik | 42 m | 8 | US$6,490 | US$811 |
| Mischief | 29 m | 6 | US$8,000 | US$1,333 |
| Fenides | 41 m | 11 | US$9,010 | US$819 |
| Aliikai | 40 m | 14 | US$9,900 | US$707 |
| Velocean | 50 m | 18 | US$10,000 | US$556 |
| Jeeva Samudera | 46 m | 12 | US$10,000 | US$833 |
| Samsara Samudra | 42 m | 12 | US$11,000 | US$917 |
| EL ALEPH | 38 m | 11 | US$12,000 | US$1,091 |
| Rascal | 30 m | 10 | US$12,000 | US$1,200 |
| Dancing Wind | 45 m | 16 | US$12,000 | US$750 |
| Si Datu Bua | 40.2 m | 6 | US$12,500 | US$2,083 |
| Maj Oceanic | 47 m | 14 | US$13,000 | US$929 |
| Celestia | 45 m | 14 | US$13,500 | US$964 |
| Mutiara Laut | 46 m | 15 | US$13,500 | US$900 |
| Rebel | 30 m | 10 | US$13,500 | US$1,350 |
| Otium | 48 m | 12 | US$14,000 | US$1,167 |
| Sanctuary | 48 m | 18 | US$15,000 | US$833 |
| Alila Purnama | 46 m | 10 | US$15,500 | US$1,550 |
| Amandira | 52 m | 10 | US$16,000 | US$1,600 |
| Vela | 50 m | 12 | US$17,000 | US$1,417 |
| Silolona | 55 m | 10 | US$18,700 | US$1,870 |
| Prana by Atzaro | 55 m | 18 | US$22,000 | US$1,222 |
| Dunia Baru | 51 m | 14 | US$22,500 | US$1,607 |
| Kailana Premier | 40 m | 19 | US$25,000 | US$1,316 |
| Kudanil | 50 m | 16 | US$26,000 | US$1,625 |
| Lamima | 65.2 m | 14 | US$27,000 | US$1,929 |
| Aqua Blu | 60 m | 30 | US$39,000 | US$1,300 |
Questions about the cost
How much does a private yacht charter in Raja Ampat cost?
Raja Ampat private yacht charters cost from US$4,450 per night for the whole yacht. Across the 37 yachts we list the median is US$12,000 per night and the most expensive start at US$39,000. Crew, meals and fuel for the standard route are included.
How much is a Raja Ampat yacht charter per person?
At full occupancy the median Raja Ampat yacht costs about US$1,042 per guest per night, and the lowest is about US$408. The best value yacht right now is Jakare (US$408).
How much does a 7 night Raja Ampat yacht charter cost?
For 7 nights expect about US$31,200 on the cheapest yacht, US$84,000 on a median priced yacht and US$108,500 in the upper quarter of the fleet, before park fees, drinks and gratuity.
When is the best time for a Raja Ampat charter?
Raja Ampat is best from October to April, when the seas are calmest. Most charters run 5 to 7 nights; plan 7 to 10 nights to add Misool or Wayag.
What extra fees are there in Raja Ampat?
The Raja Ampat entry permit costs about US$120 per guest and is not included in the yacht price. Crew gratuity, usually about 10% of the charter fee.
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