OVERVIEW
A 41-metre displacement hull phinisi schooner, chartered privately across the hidden inlets and remote archipelagos of Indonesia.
Conceived by designer and sailor Michael alongside master Sulawesi shipbuilders, Fenides unites centuries-old South Sulawesi boatbuilding heritage with modern naval architecture. The two-masted gaff-rigged vessel is engineered for purpose, balance, and quiet endurance across long ocean crossings. A dedicated onboard crew and culinary team manage every detail with intuitive hospitality, creating an unhurried rhythm tailored entirely around your plans.
Life on board emphasizes clean lines, functional elegance, and effortless connection to the sea. Expansive teak decks provide open-air lounging, shaded dining, and direct access to world-class diving, surfing, and coastal explorations.
Below and across the upper decks, five air-conditioned suites host up to ten guests in understated luxury. Each cabin pairs minimalist styling and soft neutral textiles with natural timber finishes, providing a calm, unfussy sanctuary after active days on the water.
ACCOMMODATION
The suites
Five air-conditioned suites accommodate up to ten guests in a serene setting of neutral textiles, soft lighting, and minimalist woodwork. The layout features two double cabins on the upper deck with sweeping sea views, alongside a generous 20-square-metre master suite and two twin cabins below deck, each complete with a private en-suite bathroom.
Master Cabin (lower deck / king-size beds)
20 sqm
2 Double Cabins (upper deck / queen-size beds)
12 sqm
2 Twin Cabins (lower deck / twin beds)
12 sqm
COMMUNAL SPACE
The communal decks
The vessel’s indoor social areas center around a modern, open-plan salon and dining lounge designed with clean architectural lines and warm timber accents. Comfortable seating, a media setup, and an integrated bar create an inviting, climate-controlled space for sharing meals and unwinding after ocean excursions.
Outdoors, the expansive main deck and foredeck offer shaded daybeds, open sun decks, and an alfresco dining area for long dinners framed by the sea. A fully equipped aquatic staging area ensures smooth transitions for diving, surfing, and tender excursions to secluded coves and untouched beaches.
DETAILS
Deck plan and specifications
Cabins
5
Guests
10
Crews
11
Length
47 m (154 ft)
Beam
7.7 m (25 ft)
Draft
2 m (7 ft)
Cruising Speed
9 kn
Max speed
10 kn
Price
$9,010 / night
DESTINATION
Where she sails
Raja Ampat
The richest reefs in the Coral Triangle, best from November to April. Manta cleaning stations and hidden lagoons sit minutes from anchor.
Komodo
Home to the Komodo dragon and Pink Beach, sailed May to October. Dragon treks by day, manta dives and coral walls in between.
Spice Island
Colonial forts and nutmeg groves meet some of the archipelago’s healthiest reefs. Sailed in the shoulder months between the main seasons.
West Papua
Remote rainforest coastline and untouched reefs, paired with Raja Ampat’s November to April window for the fullest route north.
RATES
$9,010+ a night. Private expedition schooner charter across Indonesia’s remote coves.
Charter the 41-metre gaff-rigged phinisi Fenides in full, complete with a dedicated maritime crew, private chef-led dining, and five minimalist air-conditioned suites. Certified scuba diving, remote surf explorations across hidden breaks, and guided reef adventures come standard, leaving you free to navigate untouched archipelagos in purposeful, contemporary comfort.
INCLUSION
- All meals & snacks
- All meals & snacks
- Use of water sports equipment
- All excursions
- National park fees
- Local airport transfers
- Fuel
EXCLUSIONS
- Alcohol
- Scuba diving courses
- Personal travel & diving insurance (mandatory)
- Gratuity (we recommend 10% of the charter cost, at your discretion)
Each stop revealed something new, ancient forts, fragrant plantations, waters so clear they seemed painted. On board, every detail felt considered, from the meals to the quiet moments watching the horizon shift.
Happy Guest, Spice Island
FAQ
Fenides FAQ
Where does Fenides sail in Indonesia, and what are the best seasons to charter?
Fenides follows the seasonal monsoons across Indonesia’s most remote waters. From May through October, she charters through Komodo National Park, Flores, and Alor during the dry season. From November through April, she relocates east to Raja Ampat and Halmahera, running seasonal transitional expedition voyages through the historic Banda Sea (Spice Islands).
What makes Fenides unique compared to other Indonesian phinisi yachts?
Handcrafted from ironwood and teak by master Konjo shipbuilders and engineered with German precision, the 41-metre Fenides features a clean, minimalist interior aesthetic. She is purpose-built for visual creators, boasting a dedicated professional camera room with specialized charging stations and editing workspaces, alongside Bose surround audio, two spacious sundecks, and open-air alfresco dining.
Is Fenides equipped for scuba diving, surfing, and water sports?
Yes. Fenides is fully equipped for marine adventure with Bauer nitrox compressors, complete scuba dive gear, and experienced dive guides for exploring pristine Coral Triangle reefs. She is also outfitted for remote surf expeditions to undiscovered breaks across East Indonesia and carries sea kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, wakeboards, and twin Yamaha support tenders.