Bali Charter Yacht is an independent broker arranging private yacht and boat charters from Bali to Nusa Penida, Lembongan and the Gili Islands. Options run from shared sunset cruise seats around $450 (Rp 7.3jt) to private full-day catamarans near $3,500 (as of June 2026, subject to change).
Bali Charter Yacht: Private Yacht & Catamaran Charters, Matched to the Right Boat
Bali Charter Yacht is an independent charter broker. We don’t own a fleet. Instead, we match guests to vetted third-party yachts and catamarans operating out of Bali’s main marinas, then handle the booking, the itinerary and the on-the-day logistics. You get one contact and a boat that actually fits your group, date and budget.
That distinction matters, so we’ll be plain about it up front: when you book through us, you charter someone else’s vessel. We earn from the operators we place you with, not from inflating your price. Our job is to know which boats are well-run, which captains know the currents around Nusa Penida, and which catamaran sleeps eight without anyone fighting over the cabins.
What does a yacht charter broker in Bali actually do?
A broker sits between you and the boat owners. Bali has dozens of private yachts, sailing catamarans, motor yachts and traditional phinisi available for charter, spread across operators of wildly different quality. Vetting them one by one is a full weekend of WhatsApp messages and half-answered emails.
We’ve already done that legwork. When you tell us your date, group size, departure point and the kind of day you want, we shortlist the two or three boats that genuinely fit and lay out the real numbers. Here’s the split between what we do and what we don’t:
| What we do | What we don’t do |
|---|---|
| Match you to vetted third-party boats | Own or operate any vessel ourselves |
| Negotiate and confirm the charter | Guarantee weather, sea state or wildlife sightings |
| Build the itinerary and timing | Charge you more for using a broker |
| Coordinate captain, crew and pickup | Hide which operator you’re sailing with |
| Stay reachable before and during the trip | Invent reviews, ratings or awards |
If you’d rather skip the research, message us on WhatsApp at 6281128590000 or email info@balicharteryacht.com with your date and group size, and we’ll send back honest options the same day in most cases.
Where can you go on a charter from Bali?
Most charters leave from Benoa Harbour, Serangan or Sanur and head for the islands southeast of Bali. A full-day private charter typically covers one or two destinations with time to swim, snorkel and eat onboard. These are the routes guests ask for most:
- Nusa Penida — Kelingking, Crystal Bay and the manta cleaning stations on the south coast. Roughly 45–90 minutes by fast boat, longer under sail.
- Nusa Lembongan & Ceningan — calmer water, mangroves and the Blue Lagoon; a popular gentler day for families.
- The Gili Islands — Gili Trawangan, Meno and Air, off Lombok, usually a longer crossing better suited to overnight or two-day charters.
- Bali’s west and south coast — sunset cruises off Uluwatu and Seminyak when you’d rather stay close and short.
Sea conditions change by season. The drier months from roughly May to September usually bring flatter water for the Penida crossing; the wet season can mean choppier days and last-minute route changes. A good captain will call that, and we’ll relay it to you straight rather than promise a glassy sea we can’t control.
How much does a Bali yacht charter cost?
Price depends on the boat, the season, the duration and how many people you bring. As a broad guide, as of June 2026, full-day private charters from Bali tend to fall in the ranges below. Treat these as starting reference points, not quotes — fuel, demand and peak-season dates move them, and we confirm the live figure with the operator before you commit.
| Charter type | Typical capacity | Indicative full-day range (as of June 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Sailing catamaran (crewed) | 8–20 guests | USD 1,200–3,500 |
| Motor yacht / speedboat charter | 6–12 guests | USD 1,500–4,500 |
| Luxury motor yacht | 8–12 guests | USD 4,000–9,000+ |
| Traditional phinisi (day use) | 10–25 guests | USD 1,800–5,000 |
What’s usually included, and what usually isn’t, is worth checking line by line before you pay. Most full-day private charters include crew, fuel, snorkel gear and a basic lunch; many exclude national park or mooring fees, premium drinks and hotel transfers. We spell out the inclusions for each specific boat so there are no surprises at the dock.
Why book through an independent broker instead of direct?
You can absolutely book a boat direct. The reason guests come to us is time, judgement and a single point of accountability. Because we work across many operators rather than selling one fleet, we have no reason to push you onto a boat that’s wrong for you — if a smaller speedboat suits your half-day better than the catamaran you asked about, we’ll say so.
We’re also honest about our limits. We can’t promise you’ll see mantas, we can’t flatten the sea, and we don’t claim partnerships or certifications we don’t hold. What we can do is put you on a well-run, properly crewed boat and stay reachable if anything shifts on the day.
Where should you go next on this site?
This page is the hub. From here, dig into whichever part of the trip you’re planning:
- [Bali yacht charter guide](/bali-yacht-charter-guide) — the full pillar: boat types, seasons, routes, what to pack and how chartering in Bali actually works.
- [Private yacht charter](/private-yacht-charter) — the money page for booking a fully private, crewed yacht for your group.
- [Catamaran charter](/catamaran-charter) — sailing and power catamarans, capacities and when a cat beats a monohull.
- [Day trip charters](/day-trips) — single-day itineraries to Nusa Penida, Lembongan and the Gilis.
- [FAQ](/faq) — straight answers on pricing, seasickness, kids onboard, cancellations and what’s included.
- [About Bali Charter Yacht](/about) — who we are, how the broker model works and why we’re transparent about it.
Who’s behind the recommendations?
Our charter guidance is overseen by Wayan Saputra, a Bali-based charter consultant who has spent more than a decade arranging private boat trips around Nusa Penida, Lembongan and the Gili Islands. He reviews the operators we recommend and keeps the route and pricing notes on this site current. When something on the water is genuinely uncertain — conditions, timing, wildlife — he’d rather tell you plainly than oversell it.
Ready to plan your charter?
Send your date, group size and the islands you’d like to see to Bali Charter Yacht on WhatsApp at 6281128590000, or email info@balicharteryacht.com. We’ll come back with two or three vetted boats that fit, with real inclusions and a price confirmed against the operator — no fleet to defend, no pressure, just the boat that suits your day on the water.
*Prices and conditions cited are indicative as of June 2026 and subject to change. Bali Charter Yacht is an independent charter broker and charters vetted third-party vessels; it does not own or operate the boats.*