Top 8 Things To Do In Indonesia By Superyacht

1. Visit Bali, the island of the Gods

Anchor off the coast of one of the island’s hidden beaches such as Nyang Nyang beach, with its white pristine sands that are lined by a towering green cliff, keeping it hidden from prying eyes. Venture inland to the truly sacred and secret canyon of Sukawati or bathe under the many covert waterfalls such as the Sekumpul waterfall, a site that in fact encompasses seven waterfalls scattered around the area, with the tallest more than 50 metres high.

2. Watch the sunset from a Balinese sea temple

The Uluwatu Temple lies 100 metres above the ocean wave and is one of six key temples believed to be Bali's spiritual pillars. Every day at sunset you can watch the Kecak perform their fire dance, backed by the dazzling view of the orange Indian Ocean.

3. Walk under water in Tanur

Take the official Seawalker tour in Tanur and walk along the bottom of the ocean to explore the stunning underwater life of Bali. This experience is possible thanks to a unique soft dive system, meaning that you only use a special Seawalker helmet without the need for a heavy dive tank.

4. Raja Ampat archipelago - ‘The Four Kings’

Named the world’s most beautiful islands by CNTraveller in 2015, Raja Ampat is composed of four main islands encircled by over 1,500 wild islands featuring untouched beaches and turquoise seas. Take a trek through the jungle and discover the prehistoric cave paintings, pearl farms and local villages. Raja Ampat forms part of the Coral Triangle, which stretches from the Philippines to Timor to New Guinea. This area is known as being the most diverse marine habitat on earth, making it a divers’ paradise; there are many species here that you won’t find anyplace else on earth.

5. The Komodo National Park Tour – Komodo Island and Rinca Island Trek

Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the centre of the Indonesian archipelago between Sumbawa and Flores, is where the world’s largest lizards reside. Observe Komodo dragons in their natural habitat during your guided tour or during your exploits on the wild and vast Komodo Island. Set anchor and snorkel in turquoise waters at Pink Beach (Pantai Merah) before retreating back to your private yacht for a well-deserved lunch onboard.

6. Visit a film featured beach - Padang-Padang

The beauty of Padang-Padang Beach, with its white sand, shady hills and steep reefs makes it an ideal location for a film shoot. It was featured in the Hollywood movie Eat, Pray, Love, starring Julia Roberts, and the music group Michael Learns to Rock has also used this beach as a location for one of their music videos.

7. Carry out a deep sea treasure hunt - Derawan

Diving at Derawan is very diverse, with spectacular wall dives as well as wreck and shore dives. There is an incredible diversity of small marine life in the shallows, as well as an ever-dominant presence of turtles cruising the reef edge in deeper water. Add to this one of only two stingless jellyfish lakes in the world and you are sure to experience the perfect diving holiday.

8. Go fish!

The deep channels of Alor Archipelago make up part of the migratory route for many types of whales and the underwater landscape features breath-taking coral gardens. These waters are notorious for powerful currents, particularly in the narrow straits between Pantar, Alor and Lembata, attracting predators such as hammerhead sharks from the deep. Conditions here are also excellent for fishing for the likes of Spanish mackerel, dogtooth and yellow fin tuna among many other deep-sea game fish.

Expert Tip: When to charter a yacht in Indonesia?

“The weather is tropical and warm all year round, split into the dry and the wet season. The west side of the country, which includes Bali, Java, Lombok and Komodo National Park is generally visited between the months of May and September. The east side, which is comprised of Papua, Raja Ampat and the Moluccas is best between November and March. The shoulder months of April and October are ideal for embarking on a luxury yacht charter.

Whether it be for a family charter, a wellness getaway or an adventure holiday, Indonesia has plenty to offer. Please contact your bluewater broker for further information.