Luxury On The High Seas

Sailing the savage seas is an exciting adventure, a perpetual unfolding of dreams come true when you charter a private yacht, leaving the helm to a seasoned captain and crew. You won’t overlook any pleasures as the ocean cradles you in her arms on unique tours all over the world. The sounds of the sea and the discovery of her bounty combine with the spray in your hair to whisper a kind of freedom you won’t find on land. So get out on her waves and enjoy all the adventure these yachts have to offer from stunning sunsets to the enchanting jet ski and diving experiences.

- Eana Maniebo & Laura Elliott

MALUKU ISLANDS

Start off with your wonderful Indonesian Maluku Islands dream sail at the coneshaped island of Ternate onboard Rascal, a 31-metre phinisi cruiser chartered from Simpson Marine. Launched at the close of 2016, made of ironwood and teak, Rascal blends modern yachting and Indonesia’s rich nautical traditions to perfection.

With two spacious double cabins on the upper-aft deck and two double cabins and a double with a single bunk bed on the main deck this yacht is perfect for families. All include ensuite baths, and flat screen TVs with 1000 complimentary movies but you’ll be too busy taking in the stunning ocean views by day and stars by night. Nine crew, including a private chef and a dive guide are on deck to take your orders.

The nearby island of Halmahera showcases its rich volcanic cones, hot springs, and lava flows. Anchor at the Loloda Islands and spend hours out in Rascal’s fiberglass tender in search for a mythical waterfall famed for its “rejuvenating” waters, or just snorkel the pristine reef-rich surroundings.

More mystery awaits at Dodola Island, home to extensive white beaches and turquoise waters. Surrounded by big trees, you will find Air Kaca, an underground river also known as Glass Water because of its clear, reflective waters. General Douglas MacArthur and his troops are said to have visited this river during World War II.