Ombak Putih Yacht and Cruise, Luxury Cabin Cruises in Indonesia

The Ombak Putih yacht is a 42m long schooner built in the style of a traditional phinisi yacht by the renowned boat-builders of Indonesia, the Buginese ship builders of Batulicin, Kalimantan in Indonesian Borneo. Launched in 1997 and given an extensive refit in 2015, Ombak Putih’s hull is constructed of ironwood with the wood-lined interiors of the yacht crafted from traditional materials, which together create an old-world charm throughout this beautiful boat. Set with just 12 guest cabins within 400 sqm of public space onboard, both comfort and luxury are assured for guests. All of the guest cabins are located below deck and set with either twin bunk beds or double beds. Each cabin features a private en-suite bathroom with toilet and hot-water shower, portholes, individual air-conditioning, USB charging plugs, European electrical plug sockets with 220V electricity and storage space. Toiletries, slippers and bathrobes are provided for guests’ use in the bathrooms. Guests onboard the Ombak Putih yacht are also provided with day packs, reusable water bottles, sarongs and beach towels, in fact everything you will need to enjoy discovering Indonesian beaches and islands. And for the more adventurous guests, mattresses and blankets are provided on the yacht’s top deck for guests to enjoy sleeping under the tropical stars – an experience not to be missed.

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Ombak Putih the White Wave of Luxury Cabin Cruising in Indonesia

Ombak Putih is Indonesian for ‘white wave’, which is an appropriate name for this beautiful liveaboard schooner. The graceful lines of a traditional phinisi yacht ensure smooth sailing as well as a romantic silhouette. Ombak Putih’s main deck is the perfect place to kickback and enjoy the spectacular scenery as you cruise. Indonesia’s seascapes and landscapes are breathtaking. Iconic steep-sided volcanoes, richly forested islets, crystal clear turquoise blue waters over reefs teeming with life, dreamy sandy beaches just waiting for yours to be the first footprint in the sand of the day and fascinating cultures seemingly untouched by the passage of time living lives very different to yours but ready to welcome and share their stories with you. While lost in reverie on Ombak Putih’s main deck, perhaps enjoying a sundowner from the bar, all this scenery and more awaits you. The main deck houses the air-conditioned salon, which is a comfortable lounge where you can enjoy movies, talks from experts and adventurers who accompany some of the cruise itineraries, browse the onboard library, or enjoy a beverage from the bar. The main deck is also home to the galley and dining area. Ombak Putih’s chef and kitchen team serve 3 meals a day with dishes from Indonesian, Asian and European cuisines, all crafted from the freshest locally sourced ingredients, with dining a la carte under shady canopies. Afternoon tea is also served, and snacks are available throughout the day. Catch of the day seafood is always a treat as is the chef’s creations from exotic vegetables and fruit after a visit to a local market. Ombak Putih’s bow is set with comfy seating too, this is a great place to enjoy the breeze as you cruise and watch in wonder at the dolphins playing in the bow waves.

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An Ombak Putih Cruise is a Wonderful Way to Discover Indonesia

Indonesia is an archipelago of some 13,466 islands, home to some truly incredible scenery and an Ombak Putih cruise is a wonderful way to get off the beaten path and discover the beauty of Indonesia, it’s rich variety of wildlife, stunning scenery and fascinating traditions and cultures. Cruises aboard Ombak Putih are on a per cabin join-in basis, with scheduled departure dates throughout the year. The yacht moves around Indonesia with the changing of the seasons to ensure it is in each location to enjoy the best of the weather and calm seas. Scheduled cruises are often accompanied by experts to share informative talks and presentations on the wildlife, history and cultures that the Ombak Putih cruise will visit and discover. Cruise durations vary from as little as 2nights to as many as 15 nights, with cruises throughout Indonesia all year round. Between scheduled cruises booking Ombak Putih for private charter cruising is also possible, with the 12 cabins accommodating up to 26 guests, private charter is a great option for families and groups of friends to travel and discover Indonesia by sea together. Ombak Putih is also equipped with three tenders for island excursions, kayaks, SUPs (stand up paddle boards), fishing gear and snorkelling equipment. Contact the Secret Retreats Concierge for the latest updates and information on Ombak Putih cruise itineraries and the destinations and departure dates. A cruise holiday on the stunning Ombak Putih yacht is a truly wonderful way to discover Indonesia, book yours today!

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