Leyla

This private island resort, hidden deep within a pristine archipelago of jungle-covered, uninhabited islands, is 20km by boat from the nearest village. Given its remote location and delicate natural surroundings, this tropical hideaway, home to white sandy beaches and 300,000 acres of coral reefs, created the Misool Private Marine Reserve to protect its precious marine life in 2005.

The eco-mindset carries on into the luxurious accommodation, constructed entirely out of reclaimed tropical hardwoods. Eight overwater cottages are built on stilts over the north lagoon, just steps away from the dive centre and restaurant. In the same area, there’re four slightly larger villas. On the powder-white beach on the other side of the island, you’ll find seven villas, overlooking a blue swimming hole. All the rooms feature Balinese-style open-air bathrooms, air-conditioning and handcrafted furniture.

A maximum of 40 guests can stay at Misool Eco Resort at any one time, and with three staff to every guest, you can be assured of exclusivity and excellent service. A stay here not only directly supports numerous conservation initiatives but also provides sustainable employment opportunities to the local people.

Diving and snorkelling on the reef are perhaps the most rewarding activities here, and the dive centre is truly world-class. You can also swim with stingless jellyfish in a marine lake, discover the island’s flora and fauna, spend the afternoon on your very own beach, visit a local fishing village, see 5000-year-old petroglyphs on Misool Island, take a traditional Indonesian cooking class or explore the archipelago on stand-up paddleboards.

Ideally located on the Losari Beach Boulevard in Sulawesi, close to the CBD and just a short drive from the airport, is Aryaduta Makassar.

The hotel features 224 bright and spacious room and suites, many with ocean views and some featuring private terraces.

Enjoy sampling the local cuisine at Bellini Restaurant, whose floor-to-ceiling windows offer views across the lush surroundings. Head to the Rotunda Bar that overlooks the Makassar Straits for spectacular sunset views, or the bar for live music and classic cocktails.

There is a sauna and outdoor swimming pool in which to relax, as well as a fitness centre.

The Lamima is a 65.2m traditional luxury sailing yacht designed in 2012 by esteemed yacht designer Marcelo Penna of Barcelona who, while retaining the elegance of the traditional phinisi trading vessels on which Lamima’s lines are based, has incorporated a breadth of modern refinements to create a first-class sailing vessel with all the opulence of a super-yacht.

Available as a both private charter or joinable on scheduled cruise, there are seven elegantly designed cabins, all spacious with ample storage, en-suite bathrooms and immersed in natural light that floods through the portholes.

The rest of the vessel is the epitome of luxury from topsail to keel, with warm, exotic woods and subtle Indonesian touches combining natural materials and textures in a relaxing environment. There’s a large dining area and bar on the main deck but with such stunning scenery you will want to spend most of your time outside on deck, dining, being pampered by the spa therapists or relaxing.

Explore the stunning Raja Ampat islands snorkelling, diving, waterskiing, jet-skiing, wakeboarding, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding directly from the yacht. With two dive masters on-board and a full equipped dive school, you can go diving at any time and always in the best location. The experienced and highly knowledgeable cruise guide will lead you to discover unexplored coves and bays, climb to the top of uninhabited peaks, learn about rare birds and endemic species or visit local villages and experience their customs.

Mantra is a brand new 31 m (102 foot) phinisi schooner, designed in a classical style that draws upon the great vessels of the Bugis tribe who once commanded the waves in Indonesia.

Combining a traditional feel with modern technology, Mantra’s three en suite guest cabins are fitted with light teak wood and patterned furnishings, accommodating a maximum of 10 guests. Each cabin offers a queen size bed and one or two additional single beds, with private bathrooms and air-conditioning for the utmost comfort.

The spacious sun deck’s daybeds and sun loungers are ideal for taking in some of the astounding views across the Indonesian archipelago with a cocktail in hand. For those in search of more active pursuits, guests can dive and snorkel among the thousands of coral reefs or head to shore to take in the local environment and cultures, with highlights including spotting Komodo dragons in Komodo National Park, visiting local villages in Alor, picnicking on deserted islands in the remote Maluku archipelago or exploring the pristine reefs and mangroves in Raja Ampat.

An expert Indonesian crew of 7 includes a Western cruise director and diving instructor, and a private chef. Itineraries are flexible, so speak to our travel designers now to create your perfect private Indonesian yacht cruise.