Sanya
From $6,200 / night · Private Charter
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The Yacht
Built for the couple traveling with friends, or the family that will not compromise.
Sanya's navy-blue hull is the first thing seen at any anchorage, and her superstructure of ironwood and teak is laid out for light, air and an open view from both cabins. Eleven crew look after a maximum of five guests: a cruise director who is a PADI instructor, a spa therapist working with locally sourced oils, a dedicated chef and a bartender.
Her draft of 2.5 meters anchors her close to the beaches, so the children swim ashore without waiting for the tender, and the master's aft terrace has a bathing platform and an outdoor shower at water level. She takes five and no more.
Her navy hull sets her apart at anchor, and her eleven crew include a spa therapist and a PADI instructor, so the day moves from a dive to a massage without going ashore. The master's aft terrace keeps the sea a step away.
The Experience
The Right Guests for Sanya
Where Senja is built for one couple, Sanya is for the couple who bring someone: two children in the lower cabin, a small child in the master on the converted sofa, or a second couple. A family of four gets a private phinisi to themselves. She takes five and no more.
A day in Raja Ampat on Sanya for a family of four runs from a snorkel at the Yenbuba jetty or the beach at Friwin, with the children in the water before breakfast, to a massage in the afternoon and a cocktail at sunset. Eleven crew for five guests means nobody waits.
The Vessel
Technical Specifications
Accommodation
Two Cabins, No Compromise
The master suite occupies 25 square meters on the main deck with ocean views, an Australian king-size bed, a plush sofa that converts to a child's bed, wardrobe, and work desk. The ensuite features a rainforest shower. Outside, a private terrace holds a sunbed, dining table, refrigerator, and direct access to the bathing platform with an outdoor shower.
The lower-deck guest cabin carries twin beds that convert to a double, with its own ensuite and air conditioning. For a couple traveling with children or a second pair of friends, the separation between decks gives both parties privacy without sacrificing shared time in the common areas on the upper deck.
Aboard
The navy-blue hull at anchor, the last light on the water, and the sound of nothing at all.
A Closer Look
Sanya in Detail
Designed as Senja's sister, crewed eleven to five, her seasons, and the suite with the terrace.
Senja's Sister
Sanya was designed as Senja's sister and built around two cabins with the extra length for a family. The team behind her won the 2024 World Luxury Travel Award for yacht charter and the 2025 Yacht Style Award for phinisi builder and charter.
Eleven for Five
A cruise director and PADI instructor, a spa therapist, a chef and a bartender among eleven crew for a maximum of five guests.
Raja Ampat, Komodo, the Banda Sea
Raja Ampat from November through March, Komodo from April through October, and the Banda Sea and the Spice Islands on the repositioning months, in seasonal rotation.
Nitrox and a Free-Diving Line
A 325-liter compressor and a Nitrox blender, full scuba equipment for five, a free-diving buoy and line for the spear and free-dive crowd, and one introductory dive per non-certified guest in the rate.
Official Price List
Sanya Rates
To inquire, please share your preferred dates and we will gladly confirm availability.
Rates inclusive of VAT. A 10% surcharge applies over peak season.
What the Rate Includes
- Professional crew of 11
- All meals, three courses daily plus snacks
- Beers, soft drinks, fresh juices, coffee and teas
- Marine park, harbor, and community fees
- Snorkeling and scuba diving equipment
- One introductory dive per non-certified guest
- Spa treatments by the on-board therapist
- Shore excursions and island expeditions
- Airport land transfers
Additional Costs
- International and domestic flights
- Wine, spirits, and champagne
- Dive insurance (mandatory for scuba divers)
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Dive courses and certifications
- Crew gratuity (10% is considered generous)
Sanya FAQ
How much does it cost to charter Sanya?
Sanya charters at USD $6,200 per night in 2026 ($43,400 for seven nights), inclusive of VAT. The 2027 rate is $6,820 per night ($47,740 for seven nights). A 10% surcharge applies during the Christmas and New Year period, from 18 December to 4 January.
How many guests can Sanya accommodate?
Sanya accommodates up to five guests in two cabins. The main-deck master suite is 25 square meters with an Australian king-size bed, ocean views, and French doors opening to a private aft terrace with a bathing platform and outdoor shower. The lower-deck guest cabin holds twin beds that convert to a double, with its own ensuite. Both cabins are fully air-conditioned. A sofa in the master converts to a child's bed for a fifth guest.
Is Sanya suitable for diving?
Yes. The cruise director doubles as a PADI dive instructor. The dive program carries a 325-liter compressor and a Nitrox blender system for extended bottom times, full scuba equipment for up to five divers, and a free-diving buoy and line for the spear and free-dive crowd. One complimentary introductory dive per person is included for non-certified guests. Certification courses and Nitrox fills are available at additional cost and should be requested before the charter.
Where does Sanya cruise?
Sanya cruises Raja Ampat from November through March, following manta aggregations and the optimal visibility season. From April through October she operates in Komodo National Park during the dry season. The Banda Sea and Spice Islands feature on extended itineraries during the seasonal repositioning months. A repositioning fee applies between regions.
Where Sanya Sails
Raja Ampat from November through March. Komodo from April through October, with the Banda Sea on the April and October crossings. Other destinations and times of year on request.
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