Indonesia · SAILING
The good sailing trips go early and the cheap ones are not always the weak ones. Below: 10 to compare, with what is included and where they differ.
Sail from Bali to Nusa Lembongan on the Aristocat, with a BBQ lunch, snorkeling, banana boats, hotel transfers, and pool time.
“We have been before, as because we liked it we went again. lovely day, village tour rather too fast and not enough time spent talking, stopping and going on Bali time : it is also optional. Lunch was very nice and so was the snorkelling. Lovely return trip to Benoa.”
Cruise Komodo for three days with dragons, manta rays, Padar sunrise, pink sand, meals, snorkeling, and a shared air-conditioned cabin.
“Tour leader Nana Apri is amazing! He tried his best to make sure everyone was happy. The only downside was food never enough since 99% were young adults. Chef was great through.”
Review of Utopia Catamaran’s Gili Islands sunset cruise, with snorkeling, turtles, buffet dinner, GoPro footage, and practical booking tips.
“Amazing from start to finish. Food was incredible, staff super friendly and helpful. Catered for my coeliac daughter. Highlight of my Gili T stay. Thank you”
Spend three days aboard a traditional phinisi among Komodo’s pink beaches, manta waters, dragon habitat, and small islands near Flores.
“This was not a luxury sailing trip at all, a simple motor boat!!! Very disappointed with a cabin above the engine running all night and surrounded by cockroaches at night. Not even WiFi available, very basic with rotten equipment! Staff nice and food very good but head showed no interest in us as his clients and no agenda send upfront.”
Review of Gili Trawangan’s 5-hour catamaran tour, with snorkeling, turtles, meals, GoPro footage, boat facilities, price, and booking advice.
“The team on the catamaran and the food were excellent. Khalid, our main host was very informative and the team took great care of us. 5 hours was a perfect amount of time for the excursion. We were staying at a hotel in Lombok and Utopia arranged a pickup and drop off for us. It was so easy! I would do it again.”
Spend a private yacht day around Nusa Penida with manta rays, coral gardens, lunch, Kelingking views, and underwater photos included.
“We booked the full-day Nusa Penida tour with Bluuu Tours, and it exceeded every expectation. From the very start, our guides Aden and Dena made us feel taken care of and set the tone for a fun, adventurous day.”
Sail from Bali to Nusa Penida on a private 13-meter yacht for manta snorkeling, coral gardens, lunch, and a Kelingking Cliff car tour.
“Excellent trip. Lots of time travelling on the boat, plenty of snorkelling time, a lovely lunch spot and very friendly hosts. Had a great day!”
Combine Ubud waterfalls, rice terraces, and a Phinisi sunset dinner cruise in one private Bali day tour from Seminyak.
“Hey, truely amazing experience for me and my wife we didn’t expect it to be this awesome the dinner cruise was absolutely fantastic along with the food options and we can’t forget the stunning view while having our meal I’m giving this 5 star review because the experience is unforgettable.”
Sail Komodo for 3 days and 2 nights aboard a local Phinisi, with Padar sunrise, snorkeling, manta rays, dragons, and pink beaches.
“Highlight of my trip to Indonesia! The group we had was awesome, crew was top notch, and our guides Santos and Fidel were the best! If you are thinking about possibly booking this trip, do it right now. You won’t regret it!”
Review of the full-day Lembongan catamaran cruise from Seminyak, with snorkeling, mangrove scenery, island time, drinks, and BBQ lunch.
“Fantastic day out!! We were picked up at our hotel, provided cold drinks, breakfast, lunch and snacks on the boat!! The island tour was great with lots of stops!! The reef is beautiful and colorful!! The the staff are so nice and happy!!”
Pick an island. The rest sorts itself out.
