Moyo Island, Indonesia
Amanikan is a 32-metre custom built wooden cruiser, moored off the Moyo Island, just off the coast of Sumbawa in southern Indonesia. Initially built to combine with Amanwana, a luxurious tented camp on the private island of Moyo, it is now available for charter throughout the Indonesian archipelago, mainly cruising in Komodo National Park, the Spice Islands in the Banda Sea and a collection of Raja Ampat islands close to West Papua.
Custom built with local hardwoods by master craftsmen of the Konjo tribe in Sulawesi and Surabay, Amanikan houses just three spacious cabins. All are elegantly decorated in minimalist décor with modern comfort. The expansive Master Cabin occupies the stern with wraparound windows while the other two cabins, located on the main deck have scenic lookouts. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, portable Bose docking stations, a private Aman chef and a dive master.
Komodo National Park has some of the best diving in the world. Amanikan is equipped with all the snorkelling and dive equipment and the dive guide will take you to some of the best diving spots in the archipelago with over 1,200 species of fish and 250 types of coral. Snorkelers will also see a wide variety of marine life, while those who stay above water can visit park to see Komodo Dragons. There is also fishing equipment and kayaks onboard that that you can use at your leisure.
Amenities
24hr Room ServiceBar/PubChildcare ServicesCoffee ShopConciergeCribs/Infant Beds AvailableLibraryMultilingual StaffRestaurantSafety Deposit BoxesSpa/SaunaWi-Fi AvailableAmanikan Voyages Moyo Island, Indonesia
Stay Amanikan has three above deck cabins. Each are decorated in beautifully neutral cream, caramel and fawn tones with antique brass fixtures. The expansive master cabin boasts a king-size bed, situated at the stern with wraparound windows, offering panoramic 270-degree views and a large private sundeck. The two additional cabins with vaulted ceilings, come with a private balcony or a semi-private sundeck. All cabins have air-conditioning and en-suite facilities.
ChildCare Families with children are welcome to stay at Amanikan. There are good facilities for children including two cabins with single bunk beds and ensuite bathrooms, special meals, equipment and lots of fun activities included along the way to keep the young explorers engaged.
Dine An acclaimed Aman chef aboard Amanikan is well versed in a wide range of Asian and international dishes. On arrival, the chef will consult with you about your likes and will create a healthy menu to meet your taste. The boat is equipped with all necessary equipment including an outdoor BBQ for preparing your catch of the day. The well-stocked bar has a wide range of spirits and beverages and staff to serve signature cocktails.
Relax The main lounge area on Amanikan, is built into the bow, making it perfect for leisurely afternoon sunbathing, socializing or sleeping under the starts, while the foredeck features the bar and outdoor dining area. Your dive guide can arrange all your snorkelling and diving equipment and take you to secluded unspoiled spots, rich with marine life. There is also fishing equipment and kayaks onboard that that you can use at your leisure.
Experience Amanwana is available to charter throughout the archipelago, mainly cruising the Nusa Tenggara Island Chain including the famous Komodo Island and Komodo National Park (March to October), the 'Spice Islands' in Eastern Indonesia's vast Banda Sea (October) and the remote islands in Raja Ampat Archipelago, close to West Papua (October to early March). Guests can experience three or four dives per day. Snorkelling and non-motorised watersports are also included.
Location Amanikan sets sail from Amanwana, Moyo Island and cruises to the Komodo National Park or the Banda Archipelago in the Spice Islands.
Getting there A 17-hour international flight with one stopover to Denpasar Ngurah Rai Airport followed by a 1-hour domestic seaplane.
When to go Straddling the equator, Indonesia tends to have a fairly even climate year-round. Rather than four seasons, Indonesia has two – wet and dry – and there are no extremes of temperature between winter and summer. In most parts of Indonesia, the wet season falls between October and April and the dry season between May and September. December and January see Indonesia at its most humid and rain tends to come in sudden tropical downpours, but it can also rain for more prolonged periods.
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