The Samata is an Indonesian flagged vessel that is based in Indonesia. We love to share this amazing country with our guests week in and week out (in normal times!). The beautiful and diverse nature and geography is truly wonderful to behold. However, nature is only one part of the Indonesian experience. The other part …

One of the most interesting aspects of Indonesia is the vast amount of wildlife to be found. Orangutans and tigers are probably the most famous inhabitants of this large country of 17,000 islands. With such a large number of islands spread over a large area, there is a seemingly never ending variety of fauna. One …

If you are reading this article you are probably thinking about chartering a private yacht. The Samata Luxury Phinisi is a special boat in Indonesia exclusively available for private trips. You may have a few questions about the yachting experience such as: “What exactly is chartering a yacht all about?”, “How do the days work?”, …