Si Datu Bua — 40.2m — Raja Ampat & the Spice Islands, Indonesia

A beautifully crafted private phinisi designed for guests who want Indonesian cruising to feel intimate, culturally rooted, and quietly luxurious from beginning to end.

At 40.2 meters, Si Datu Bua offers a more personal expression of yacht charter in Indonesia, where heritage craftsmanship and modern refinement come together in a way that feels warm rather than showy. Built by Sulawesi’s Konjo shipwrights and launched in 2012, she was conceived for intimate, family-style cruising with a strong emphasis on privacy, atmosphere, and meaningful time at sea. Her three-cabin layout, calm interior palette, and handwoven details create a residential onboard mood that feels deeply settled over extended journeys. Cruising through Raja Ampat, the Spice Islands, and remote eastern Indonesia, Si Datu Bua is especially well suited to guests seeking a private charter shaped by tradition, diving, cultural encounters, and the rare luxury of unhurried travel.

Signature Highlights

  • 40.2-meter handcrafted Indonesian phinisi launched in 2012

  • Built by renowned Konjo shipwrights in Sulawesi

  • Designed for intimate private cruising with strong emphasis on privacy and service

  • Accommodates up to 6 guests across 3 large ensuite cabins

  • Two master suites and one double cabin, all with king-size beds and air-conditioning

  • Warm residential interiors with handwoven textiles and a calm, refined palette

  • Expansive teak decks with shaded dining, lounge areas, and foredeck seating

  • Elegant indoor lounge and separate TV salon

  • Daily housekeeping and highly attentive 13-member crew

  • Gourmet international and Asian fusion dining prepared by an executive chef

  • Fine wines paired with onboard dining

  • PADI dive center with compressor and full dive gear

  • Water activities including snorkeling, kayaking, wakeboarding, waterskiing, and fishing

  • Ideal for Raja Ampat, the Spice Islands, and remote eastern Indonesia

  • Especially suited to guests seeking intimacy, craftsmanship, and meaningful exploration

The Vessel

Si Datu Bua is defined by restraint, warmth, and craftsmanship. Her appeal comes not from excess, but from the way every space feels considered and quietly refined. She carries the soul of a traditional Indonesian phinisi, yet her onboard atmosphere is polished enough to meet the expectations of guests seeking a more elevated private charter experience.

She is especially compelling for those who want the yacht to feel personal rather than purely transactional. With only three cabins and a high level of crew support, the experience becomes naturally more attentive, more private, and more fluid. Everything aboard Si Datu Bua encourages a gentler rhythm of travel, where service remains discreet and the journey never feels rushed.

Spaces & Layout

Si Datu Bua’s three-cabin layout gives her one of the more intimate onboard environments in Indonesian chartering. This smaller guest count allows the yacht to feel calm and spacious throughout the voyage, making her especially effective for families, couples traveling together, or small private groups who value privacy above all else. The two master suites and additional double cabin are generously proportioned, with king-size beds and ensuite facilities that reinforce the yacht’s more residential character.

Her shared spaces are equally well judged. Expansive teak decks offer shaded dining, lounge seating, and foredeck areas that invite long hours outside, whether guests are underway or anchored in quiet waters. Inside, the elegant lounge and TV salon provide a more sheltered retreat without losing the yacht’s warm and composed atmosphere. Across the vessel, the flow remains easy, intimate, and beautifully suited to extended cruising.

Onboard Amenities

Si Datu Bua is arranged for guests who want personalized service, refined comfort, and meaningful access to the destination throughout the journey. Included onboard:

  • 3 large air-conditioned ensuite cabins

  • 2 master suites and 1 double cabin with king-size beds

  • Expansive teak decks

  • Shaded dining areas

  • Lounge areas and foredeck seating

  • Elegant indoor lounge

  • Separate TV salon

  • Daily housekeeping

  • Executive chef preparing gourmet international and Asian fusion cuisine

  • Fine wine service

  • Dedicated 13-member crew

Water Toys & Ocean Extras

Si Datu Bua offers a strong activity profile for a yacht of her intimate size, allowing guests to stay closely connected to Indonesia’s marine environments and coastal landscapes. Onboard experiences and equipment include:

  • PADI dive center

  • Compressor and full dive gear

  • Snorkeling

  • Kayaking

  • Wakeboarding

  • Waterskiing

  • Fishing equipment

This creates a voyage that can move naturally between quiet deck life, world-class diving, and more active moments on the water.

Charter Experiences

Si Datu Bua is particularly well suited to Raja Ampat, the Spice Islands, and wider eastern Indonesia, where remote anchorages, marine biodiversity, and cultural encounters reward a yacht with intimacy and range. She is best matched to guests who want a private yacht charter in Indonesia that feels thoughtful and deeply personal, with enough comfort and service to support longer itineraries without ever losing the charm of a traditional vessel.

Days aboard Si Datu Bua can include diving in pristine waters, snorkeling over reefs, island visits, cultural encounters ashore, and long scenic passages that feel restorative rather than transitional. With only a small number of guests onboard, the experience remains quiet, flexible, and highly tailored. For travelers seeking a more private and soulful way to explore Indonesia, Si Datu Bua offers an especially rare fit.

Charter Details

Length: 40.2 meters
Guests: Up to 6
Cabins: 3
Crew: 13
Year: 2012
Charter Type: Private Charter
Starting Rate: From $12,000 per night

Reservation Notes

Si Datu Bua is ideal for guests seeking an intimate luxury phinisi in Indonesia with exceptional craftsmanship, highly personalized service, and a charter rhythm shaped by privacy, diving, and culturally rich exploration. Final rates, cruising grounds, activity inclusions, and tailored arrangements may vary depending on season, itinerary length, and guest preferences.

Security deposit may be required. Rates vary by season, itinerary, guest count, and any tailored add-ons or special arrangements. Inquire directly with your preferred dates and charter preferences for a custom proposal.


Maison Luxury East

True luxury is not measured only by the vessel you select, but by the caliber of the experience that unfolds around it. At Maison Luxury East, we curate access to an exceptional collection of yachts positioned across some of the world’s most desirable waters, offering refined 3-day, 7-day, and 14-day charter experiences for guests who value privacy, beauty, service, and distinction in equal measure.

Our approach is centered on more than inventory alone. We seek vessels that align with the atmosphere of their destination, the expectations of high-level travelers, and the standard of presentation required to make each journey feel truly elevated. Whether chartering along the French Riviera, exploring the Indonesian archipelago, or securing time aboard a globally positioned superyacht, each offering is presented with the intention of transforming travel into something far more memorable than transportation.

Every inquiry through Maison Luxury East is handled with a concierge mindset and a deep respect for detail. From vessel selection and itinerary alignment to premium add-ons and tailored guest preferences, our role is to help shape a charter experience that feels seamless, sophisticated, and worthy of the time you have chosen to spend on the water.

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