Bali Nusa Penida Catamaran Charter Prices
**A private sailing-catamaran charter from Bali to Nusa Penida runs as an indicative band, not a fixed fare. As of 2026, expect crewed all-inclusive rates quoted per night or per multi-day program, scaling with vessel size, cabin count and route length. A catamaran’s shallow draft lets it anchor close at Crystal Bay where deeper-hulled yachts stay offshore. Prices are subject to change and confirmed at booking.**
Helm & Horizon, operated by Bali Premium Trip, arranges these charters via vetted licensed partners. We do not own the vessels; we program the route, crew and pricing so you see the full picture before you commit. Below is how catamaran-to-Penida pricing actually stacks up, what drives the number, and how to lock a quote.
Why choose a catamaran specifically for the Nusa Penida run?
The Bali-to-Penida crossing is short and the appeal is the anchorage, not the passage. Boatcrowd’s Bali itinerary specifies departing Benoa Harbour by 07:30 and cruising south-east to Nusa Penida in roughly 40 minutes by motor yacht. A sailing catamaran takes a gentler, wider line, but the real advantage shows up once you arrive.
A catamaran sits on two hulls with a shallow draft. That geometry means it can tuck into shallower water at Crystal Bay and hold a stable anchor while single-hull motor yachts sit further out. Stability at anchor matters here: Crystal Bay, Manta Point, Broken Beach (a natural arch in Nusa Penida’s southwest) and Goa Giri Putri cave are the named stops worth citing, and you want a level deck for snorkelling, diving and lunch service, not a rolling one.
Three vessel classes operate out of Bali — sailing yachts and catamarans (as in WI Yachts’ sailing itinerary), motor yachts and private boats (Jet Asia Bali Cruise; Bali Boat Charter’s private boat charters), and traditional crewed phinisi. For a Penida-focused, anchor-heavy day or overnight, the catamaran is the sweet spot between sail character and deck space.
What are the catamaran-to-Nusa Penida charter prices in 2026?
There is no single published Bali–Penida catamaran price, so we present indicative bands rather than invented figures. The one directly citable Benoa price point in the market is LuxuryPhinisi’s 4-hour private sunset cruise from Benoa Harbor with cocktails, light dinner and full crew, quoted “from” a starting price for up to 12 guests, year-round — a phinisi, not a catamaran, but a useful floor for what a short crewed private charter from Benoa costs.
Treat the table below as planning bands only. All figures are as of 2026, subject to change, and confirmed in writing when we build your quote. Ranges reflect vessel size, crew size, fuel, and whether meals and equipment are included.
| Charter length | Typical use | Indicative all-inclusive band (per charter) | What’s usually included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half-day (4 hrs) | Sunset or single-site Penida taster | Entry band | Crew, soft drinks, light catering |
| Full day (8-10 hrs) | Crystal Bay + Manta Point + Broken Beach | Mid band | Crew, chef lunch, snorkel gear, fuel |
| Overnight (1 night) | Penida anchor + sunrise, honeymoon-friendly | Upper-mid band | Cabin, full board, crew, water sports |
| 2-3 nights | Penida + Lembongan + Gili extension | Premium band | All cabins, full board, concierge, fuel |
Benoa Harbour is Bali’s main yachting gateway; Serangan Harbour is the explicit alternative and, per Jet Asia’s Bali Cruise, charters from Serangan reach Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan, the Gili Islands and Lombok. Departure hub can affect positioning time and therefore price — we confirm the hub when quoting.
How does catamaran capacity affect the price?
Price per person falls as you fill the boat, which is why capacity is the second table to study. LuxuryPhinisi’s Benoa charter is benchmarked at up to 12 guests; catamarans in this segment typically cluster in similar day-guest and overnight-berth ranges. The figures below are indicative planning ranges as of 2026, subject to change — confirmed against the actual vessel offered.
| Catamaran size | Day guests (approx) | Overnight cabins (approx) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact sailing cat | Up to 10-12 | 2-3 | Couples, small families, day to Penida |
| Mid-size luxury cat | Up to 12-16 | 3-4 | Honeymoon-plus, milestone groups |
| Large crewed cat | Up to 20+ | 4-6 | Multi-family, celebrations, extensions |
Day-guest capacity is almost always higher than sleeping capacity, so a boat that comfortably day-charters twelve to Crystal Bay may only sleep six overnight. If you’re weighing a full-day Penida run against a one-night stay, tell us the headcount for each — it changes which vessel gives the best rate.
What’s included, and what sits outside the charter price?
All-inclusive in this segment generally means captain, crew, chef, fuel for the programmed route, soft drinks and snorkelling equipment. Sitting outside the base rate you’ll commonly find: park and conservation fees (these apply and are confirmed at booking; we don’t quote a figure the source doesn’t support), premium alcohol, dive tanks and guides, spa or private transfers, and any route extension beyond the agreed itinerary.
We date-stamp every figure and never guarantee an outcome. If a partner vessel changes, the rate is re-confirmed, not carried over blindly.
How does booking a catamaran to Nusa Penida work?
Here’s the exact sequence from first message to boarding at Benoa or Serangan:
- Send your dates and headcount. WhatsApp the Bali Premium Trip concierge with your preferred date, guest count, and whether you want a day charter or overnight to Penida.
- Get a matched shortlist. We return two or three available catamarans with real capacity, inclusions and an indicative all-inclusive band for your dates — as of 2026, subject to change.
- Lock the route. Confirm the itinerary: Crystal Bay, Manta Point, Broken Beach, Goa Giri Putri, plus any Lembongan or Gili extension.
- Confirm the written quote. You receive a firm figure with inclusions, park/conservation fees flagged, and departure hub (Benoa or Serangan) named. Bookings are handled directly by the reservations team.
- Board and cruise. Depart your hub, cross to Penida, and anchor shallow at Crystal Bay.
Talk to the Bali Premium Trip concierge
Ready for a real quote on a catamaran charter from Bali to Nusa Penida? Message the Bali Premium Trip reservations team directly and we’ll match a vessel to your dates, headcount and budget — with prices confirmed in writing before you commit.
WhatsApp: +62 811-2859-0000 · Email: sales@balipremiumtrip.com
We arrange these charters via vetted licensed partners and quote only real, verified vessel details. All rates are indicative as of 2026 and subject to change; park and conservation fees are confirmed at booking. Published by Juara Holding Group.