**A private Bali sailing charter from Benoa books the whole boat for your group alone — a catamaran or sailboat leaving Benoa Harbour on a custom route toward Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Penida. You choose the departure time, the guest list and the stops. Pricing is per boat, not per seat, and reservations run through Bali Premium Trip.**
This is a genuine sail — canvas up, engine down where wind allows — not a motorized fast-boat transfer dressed up as a cruise. Most Bali-to-Nusa products sold today are speedboats or mixed-mode ferries; real under-sail day trips from Benoa are scarce. A private charter is the cleanest way to get one on your own terms.
What does a private charter from Benoa actually get you?
You get exclusive use of a catamaran or sailboat for a fixed block of time. No shared seats, no fixed group schedule, no strangers on the trampoline. Your captain and crew tailor the route to the wind and to what your group wants — swimming, snorkelling, a long lunch at anchor, or a slow sunset run back into the bay with coastal Mount Agung views on the horizon.
Benoa Harbour is Bali’s main deep-water marina, so it handles larger sailing craft that shallower launch points can’t. Serangan, the sibling departure point a few kilometres north, sits about 30 minutes from Nusa Lembongan by fast boat, according to Giliferries and Rocky Fast Cruise. Under sail the same crossing takes longer and depends entirely on wind — plan for a relaxed passage, not a race.
How much does a private Bali sailing charter cost?
Private charters are quoted per boat, so the headline number covers your whole group rather than each head. As a reference point, Ohana Agency publishes full-day private boats (6–8 passengers) at USD 400–700, and a shared sailing-catamaran day trip at USD 130–180 per person, both as of 2026 and subject to change. Your final quote depends on boat, season, route and duration, and is confirmed by the concierge.
| Charter option | Duration | Typical group | Indicative whole-boat price (as of 2026) | Sample route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset private sail | ~2.5–3 hours | Up to 8–12 | Quoted on request | Benoa bay loop, coastal Mount Agung views |
| Full-day Lembongan private sail | ~8 hours (approx. 07:30–17:00 window, per Trip.com) | Up to 8–12 | From the USD 400–700 full-day private-boat band (Ohana) | Benoa → Mushroom Bay / Jungut Batu / Yellow Bridge |
| Full-day Penida private sail | ~8–9 hours | Up to 8–12 | Quoted on request | Benoa → Crystal Bay / Toyapakeh / Manta Bay |
| 2–3 day mini sailing itinerary | 2–3 days | Small group | Quoted on request | Lembongan + Penida, overnight aboard or ashore |
Figures above are indicative and date-stamped to 2026; the concierge confirms live pricing when you enquire. If you don’t need the whole boat, a per-seat catamaran day sail (the USD 130–180 Ohana band) is the cheaper route — say so and we’ll point you there instead of overselling a private hull.
What’s included when you charter the whole boat?
Inclusions vary by vessel, but a standard private day sail covers the essentials below. Anything not owned by the operator is arranged via vetted licensed partners rather than sold as our own asset.
| Included as standard | Usually optional / extra |
|---|---|
| Exclusive use of the boat, captain and crew | Hotel pick-up shuttle (comparable services run ~Rp 50,000 per person) |
| Fuel and standard Benoa harbour departure | Nusa Penida marine-park / conservation fees (paid locally) |
| Snorkelling gear and safety equipment | Premium catering or private chef upgrades |
| Drinking water and basic refreshments | Extra hours or a sunset extension |
| Custom route planning with your captain | Diving or manta-focused add-ons at Manta Bay |
Conservation fees and harbour charges are set by local authorities, not by us — we don’t quote fixed amounts because the cited sources don’t publish current figures, and we won’t invent them. Expect small per-person fees payable on the day.
When is the best time to sail from Benoa?
Operators generally advise the dry season for the most comfortable sailing — steadier wind windows, calmer swell and clearer water at spots like Crystal Bay and Manta Bay. Wet-season trips still run but are more weather-dependent, and a good captain will reroute or reschedule for safety rather than push into rough conditions. Because sailing is wind-driven, morning departures usually give the widest window to reach Nusa Penida (about 62 km from Benoa, per Rome2Rio) and still return in daylight.
Looking to 2027, widely reported upgrades to Benoa’s marina facilities and the rollout of Nusa Penida e-ticketing are set to smooth day-sail logistics — faster harbour turnaround and cleaner arrival processing on the Penida side. For now, the practical takeaway is simple: book a dry-season morning slot for the best odds of a full sail rather than a motor-assisted crossing.
How does booking a private charter work?
- Message the concierge. Send your date, group size, preferred route (Lembongan or Penida) and rough departure time to Bali Premium Trip on WhatsApp.
- Get a whole-boat quote. You receive a per-boat price with the specific catamaran or sailboat, inclusions and any local fees spelled out — no surprise add-ons.
- Confirm and hold the date. A deposit secures your boat, captain and crew for the agreed window; the balance settles per the confirmation terms.
- Finalise the plan. The captain reviews wind and tide the day before and adjusts stops or timing so you actually sail rather than motor.
- Sail from Benoa. Meet at the harbour (or add a hotel shuttle), board your private boat, and run your own itinerary across to the Nusa islands.
Ready to charter your own boat from Benoa?
Tell us your date and group size and we’ll match you to the right catamaran or sailboat, quote the whole-boat price honestly, and hold your Benoa departure.
WhatsApp the reservations team at +62 811-2859-0000. Reservations for this private sailing charter are handled directly by Bali Premium Trip. Prices are indicative as of 2026 and confirmed in writing before you pay — no guaranteed conditions, and every sailing is subject to weather and safety judgement on the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people can join a private sailing charter from Benoa?
Most catamarans and sailboats in the Benoa fleet comfortably take a private group of up to 8–12 guests, in line with the 6–8 passenger full-day private boats Ohana Agency lists as of 2026. Exact capacity depends on the specific vessel, so the concierge confirms the maximum for your chosen boat before you book.
Can we customise the route to Nusa Lembongan or Nusa Penida?
Yes — that’s the point of a private charter. You choose whether to sail toward Nusa Lembongan (Mushroom Bay, Jungut Batu, the Yellow Bridge) or Nusa Penida (Crystal Bay, Toyapakeh, Manta Bay). The captain adjusts stops and timing to the wind and tide on the day, so your itinerary flexes for safety and the best water.
Is a private charter better value than a per-seat sailing day trip?
It depends on group size. Per-seat catamaran day sails run around USD 130–180 per person (Ohana, 2026), so small couples often pay less by booking seats. A whole-boat charter — referencing the USD 400–700 full-day private-boat band — usually wins for families or groups who want privacy, timing control and a custom route.
How long does the sail from Benoa to the Nusa islands take?
Under sail it’s slower than a fast boat and driven by wind. For comparison, Serangan to Nusa Lembongan takes about 30 minutes by fast boat (Giliferries), and Nusa Penida sits roughly 62 km from Benoa (Rome2Rio). A sailing crossing takes noticeably longer, which is why full-day charters use the wider 07:30–17:00 window.
Do we pay extra fees on top of the charter price?
Usually yes, for items outside the boat itself — Nusa Penida marine-park conservation fees paid locally, optional hotel shuttles (comparable services run about Rp 50,000 per person), and any catering upgrades. Harbour and conservation charges are set by local authorities, so the concierge flags them upfront rather than quoting a fixed amount we can’t verify.