Silolona is a powerful hand-crafted traditional wooden sailing vessel newly built from the finest tropical hardwoods to German Lloyds specifications by the Master Konjo boat builders of Sulawesi. This magnificent vessel melds the best of the traditional spice island sailing vessels with all of the modern amenities and safety features one would expect in a vessel of her quality. Silolona’s tastefully appointed décor, spacious decks, delightful Asian fusion cuisine, full range of aquatic activities, and the smiles of her dedicated professional crew provide the perfect setting for our sojourns of discovery. The most successful and sought-after travel experiences in SE-Asia.
Silolona has a fully-certified Padi Diver Center but also offers many other options for non-divers including snorkeling, fishing, kayaking, waterskiing, and of course, relaxing on a perfect sandy beach, secluded and just for the family or group of friends. Our Chefs specialize in international Gourmet cuisine, with an Asian flair. Silolona accommodates 10 guests in 5 staterooms ( 3 suites and 2 doubles) and is handled by a Crew of 17, including the Trip leader and PADI dive instructor.
Si Datu Bua accommodates 6 guests in 3 suites and has a Crew of 12.
Specification:
- LOA: 50 meters
- Beam: 10 meters/33 feet
- Draft: 3.07 meters
- Cruising Speed: 10 to 12 knots
- Fully licensed PADI Dive Center
- Interior fully airconditioned
- State Rooms: 3 king suites, 2 double suites
- Crew: 16 + Expedition leader
- Passengers: Cruising 10 – 12
- Tenders: 3 Tenders, 5.8 m
Yearly schedule of Silolona
April to August: Komodo National Park based
Sailing in the following areas: Komodo National Park, Flores.
Departure port: Labuhan Bajo (Western Flores)
Repositioning fee: for all cruises starting from another port than our base.
Domestic flight: needed departing from Bali.
October to March: West Papua based
Sailing in the following areas: Mollucas, Raja Ampat, and Cendrawasih Bay.
Departure ports:
- Banda and the Spice Islands – Ambon
- Raja Ampat – Sorong, West Papua
- Cendrawasih Bay – Biak, North Papua
Repositioning fee: for all cruises starting from another port than the port of base. Please check with us.
Domestic flight: needed departing from Bali or, Jakarta.
