Twin hulls, flat water, room to spread out
Luxury Catamaran Charter in Bali
A Bali private catamaran charter is the most practical way to put a group on the water in comfort.
Why a catamaran suits Bali
Three advantages that actually matter here
The waters between Bali, Nusa Lembongan, and Nusa Penida are open channels, not sheltered lagoons. The Badung Strait can produce a lively chop by early afternoon, and this is exactly where twin hulls earn their keep. A catamaran tracks flat through conditions that would have a monohull rolling, so lunch stays on the table and nobody spends the crossing gripping a rail.
Shallow draft is the second advantage. Typical cruising catamarans in this region draw roughly 1 to 1.5 metres, against 2 to 2.5 metres for a similar-length keelboat. Around Nusa Penida’s snorkel sites, including Crystal Bay, Gamat Bay, and the manta viewing areas along the south coast, that lets your crew position the boat where the swimming actually is, shortening dinghy runs and keeping weaker swimmers close to the ladder.
The third advantage is simply layout. On a 40 to 50 foot catamaran, one group can sunbathe forward while another sits in shade aft, and the cook works without crossing anyone’s path.
What is included
The baseline, and the usual additions
Every charter includes
- Exclusive use of the catamaran for your group: no shared departures
- Licensed skipper and crew, with fuel for the agreed itinerary
- Standard safety equipment, life jackets in all sizes, and a pre-departure briefing
- Snorkelling gear, towels, drinking water, and soft drinks
- Harbour fees and marine park or landing fees named in the quote
Commonly added
- A prepared lunch or an on-board chef
- Stand-up paddleboards
- Fishing tackle
- A dedicated host
Inclusions vary by vessel and operator. Because we sit inside a group that works across Bali, Nusa Penida, and the Komodo region, we match your brief against a wider pool of vessels than any single operator can offer.
Pricing
What a catamaran charter costs
| Charter type | Typical duration | Indicative range (USD) |
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| Sunset sail, sailing catamaran | 2–3 hours | 700 – 1,800 |
| Full-day Nusa Lembongan / Nusa Penida | 8–10 hours | 1,500 – 3,800 |
| Premium power catamaran, full day | 8–10 hours | 3,500 – 7,000 |
| Overnight charter, per night | 24 hours | 2,500 – 6,000 |
| Multi-day Komodo expedition, per night | 3+ days | 3,000 – 8,000+ |
For trips beyond Bali, the marine operation transfers to the group’s specialist desks. Multi-day sailing in the Komodo National Park routes through Komodo Luxury’s catamaran charter program, which runs the same vessel category in the archipelago.
How to book
Four steps to a confirmed catamaran
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Send your brief
Message us on WhatsApp or email bd@juaraholding.com with your dates, group size, and what you want from the day.
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Review a shortlist
Within one working day, you'll receive two to three catamarans with photos, layouts, inclusions, and a fixed quote.
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Confirm with a deposit
A deposit secures the vessel and date; the balance is due before departure.
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Board and go
The team reconfirms pickup times the evening before and stays reachable throughout your charter day.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can a private catamaran in Bali take?
Day charters typically carry 10 to 25 guests depending on the vessel’s licence, with overnight capacity limited by cabins: usually 6 to 12 sleeping guests on a 40 to 60 foot catamaran.
Is a catamaran better than a speedboat for Nusa Penida?
They solve different problems. A speedboat crosses faster; a catamaran crosses far more comfortably and gives you a base for the whole day: shade, a proper toilet, lunch on board, and space to rest between snorkel stops. For groups spending the full day out, the catamaran is almost always the better platform.
Do you operate the boats yourselves?
No. We are a curation and booking desk under Juara Holding Group. Every vessel is run by its own licensed operator and crew; our role is selecting the right boat, negotiating the itinerary and rate, and managing the arrangement from enquiry to disembarkation.
What happens if the weather turns bad?
The skipper has final authority on safety. If a passage is cancelled for weather, the team reschedules to another date or reroutes to sheltered water where conditions allow; if neither works, the deposit terms on your quote govern the refund.
Can we charter a catamaran from Bali to Komodo?
Yes, as a multi-day expedition rather than a day trip; the distance requires overnight passages or a one-way itinerary with flights.
How far in advance should we book?
For July, August, and the Christmas–New Year period, book four to eight weeks ahead for a meaningful choice of vessels. In shoulder season, one to two weeks is usually enough.
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