Spice Islands yacht charter cost (November 2026)
Updated 5 November 2026 · Prices from the Navélia Price Index
A private yacht charter in Spice Islands costs from US$4,500 per night for the whole yacht, crew and meals included. The median of the 23 yachts we list is US$12,000 per night, about US$1,091 per guest per night when the yacht is full. A 7 night charter from Ambon on a median priced yacht costs about US$84,000 before park fees and gratuity.
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What a Spice Islands 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$22,500 | US$60,000 | US$68,800 |
| 7 nights | US$31,500 | US$84,000 | US$96,300 |
| 10 nights | US$45,000 | US$120,000 | US$137,500 |
Before park fees, drinks, diving and crew gratuity. Rounded to the nearest US$100.
Cost per person by group size
The cheapest yacht in Spice Islands 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 | Samara II23 m · sleeps 8 | US$4,500 | US$2,250 | US$15,800 | |
| 4 | Samara II23 m · sleeps 8 | US$4,500 | US$1,125 | US$7,900 | |
| 6 | Samara II23 m · sleeps 8 | US$4,500 | US$750 | US$5,300 | |
| 8 | Samara II23 m · sleeps 8 | US$4,500 | US$563 | US$3,900 | |
| 10 | Samara I27 m · sleeps 12 | US$4,600 | US$460 | US$3,200 | |
| 12 | Samara I27 m · sleeps 12 | US$4,600 | US$383 | US$2,700 | |
| 14 | Aliikai40 m · sleeps 14 | US$9,900 | US$707 | US$4,900 |
Prices by yacht tier
| Tier | Yachts | Median per night |
|---|---|---|
| Premium (US$4,500 to 9,000) | 8 | US$5,973 |
| Luxury (US$9,000 to 20,000) | 12 | US$12,750 |
| Superyacht (US$20,000 and over) | 3 | US$22,500 |
Tell us your dates and group size. We check every yacht that fits and send you a shortlist with exact prices, usually the same day.
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:
- Local fees depend on the route and are quoted with your itinerary.
- Crew gratuity, usually about 10% of the charter fee.
- Flights to the departure port. Most charters start in Ambon (AMQ), reached by air from Jakarta or Makassar; some routes start in Sorong.
- 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 Samara I, about US$383 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.
The Spice Islands and the Banda Sea are calmest from September to November and from March to May. We recommend 5 to 7 nights to see the Banda Islands and the main historic sites at a relaxed pace.
Popular yachts for this region
All 23 private yachts in Spice Islands, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samara II | 23 m | 8 | US$4,500 | US$563 |
| Samara I | 27 m | 12 | US$4,600 | US$383 |
| Nataraja | 32 m | 8 | US$4,830 | US$604 |
| 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 |
| Mischief | 29 m | 6 | US$8,000 | US$1,333 |
| Aliikai | 40 m | 14 | US$9,900 | US$707 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Amandira | 52 m | 10 | US$16,000 | US$1,600 |
| Vela | 50 m | 12 | US$17,000 | US$1,417 |
| Prana by Atzaro | 55 m | 18 | US$22,000 | US$1,222 |
| Dunia Baru | 51 m | 14 | US$22,500 | US$1,607 |
| Aqua Blu | 60 m | 30 | US$39,000 | US$1,300 |
Questions about the cost
How much does a private yacht charter in Spice Islands cost?
Spice Islands private yacht charters cost from US$4,500 per night for the whole yacht. Across the 23 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 Spice Islands yacht charter per person?
At full occupancy the median Spice Islands yacht costs about US$1,091 per guest per night, and the lowest is about US$383. The best value yacht right now is Samara I (US$383).
How much does a 7 night Spice Islands yacht charter cost?
For 7 nights expect about US$31,500 on the cheapest yacht, US$84,000 on a median priced yacht and US$96,300 in the upper quarter of the fleet, before park fees, drinks and gratuity.
When is the best time for a Spice Islands charter?
The Spice Islands and the Banda Sea are calmest from September to November and from March to May. We recommend 5 to 7 nights to see the Banda Islands and the main historic sites at a relaxed pace.
What extra fees are there in Spice Islands?
Local fees depend on the route and are quoted with your itinerary. Crew gratuity, usually about 10% of the charter fee.
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