Confirmed one-way seaplane charter prices in Indonesia currently span Rp 33,345,456 for the 24-minute Bali–Lombok crossing to Rp 68,445,936 for the 50-minute Bali–Sumbawa run, each covering the full 8-seat aircraft before airport fees and tax. Only four routes carry a published number as of 18 September 2026 — every other city pair and operator remains quote-only.
What are the current published seaplane charter rates in Indonesia, by route?
The table below lines up every route with a public price tag right now. All four come from Santai Seaplane’s own route pages, captured 18 September 2026, and cover its Cessna Grand Caravan EX (208B) amphibian configured for up to 8 premium seats.
| Route | Flight time (approx.) | Full-aircraft price (one way) | Airport fees (up to 8 guests) | Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Bali (Ngurah Rai) → Gili water-landing site | ~30 min | Rp 43,875,600 | Rp 8,775,120 | Rp 4,387,560 |
| South Bali (Ngurah Rai) → Lombok Airport | ~24 min | Rp 33,345,456 | Rp 17,550,240 | Rp 6,142,584 |
| South Bali (Ngurah Rai) → Sumbawa (Poto Tano Airport) | ~50 min | Rp 68,445,936 | Rp 8,775,120 | Rp 8,494,316 |
| Scenic Bali flight (~40 min) | ~40 min | quoted on requestfull charter | Rp 2,193,780 per guest | — |
These are indicative full-aircraft figures, not a locked public tariff — the price covers the whole aircraft, seats are not sold individually, and the operator’s written quotation is what actually governs a booking. Treat any USD conversion as a rough guide only, since billing and confirmation both happen in Indonesian Rupiah.
Why do rates vary this much between routes?
The Sumbawa route costs roughly double the Lombok route despite being only about twice the flight time, and water-landing infrastructure is part of that gap, not just distance. Indonesia’s Ministry of Transportation has named eight priority seaplane and water-landing locations — Mandalika (Lombok), Menjangan (northwest Bali), Labuan Bajo, Derawan, Kupang, Raja Ampat, Lake Toba, and Riau. A route between two already-approved sites, such as South Bali and Lombok, sidesteps the extra clearance work a newer site can require, and that shows up in the fee line rather than the base fare. Komodo, Raja Ampat, and several other named destinations still sit in the “planned” column of Santai Seaplane’s route map rather than the “published price” column as of September 2026, so expect those to be quote-based until a route page appears for them.
Is a per-seat scenic flight cheaper than chartering the whole aircraft?
Santai Seaplane’s scenic Bali flight page lists both a per-guest figure (about Rp 5,484,450 before fees) and a full-charter figure (about Rp 43.9 million) for the same roughly 40-minute flight. The per-guest number applies to a shared scenic product running a fixed route on specific dates — it is not a right to book a single seat on any charter flight. Want a specific departure time or a custom stop instead of the standard scenic loop? Expect to be quoted for the whole aircraft rather than a per-seat rate. Confirm with the coordination desk, for your travel dates, whether a shared scenic seat is running at all.
Which operators don’t publish rates yet, and what should you expect instead?
Santai Seaplane is currently the only Indonesian seaplane project with live route pages carrying numbers. Sama Sama Seaplanes, a West Sumatra start-up, is still working through virtual-carrier arrangements under an existing Air Operator Certificate holder and water-base registration with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, and as of September 2026 has not published route-level pricing. Aman Air’s planned Twin Otter floatplane service between Benoa Harbour and Pang Pang Bay (Bali–Banyuwangi) also has no public fare page as of this writing. Both quote strictly on enquiry. That matters for planning: a Santai Seaplane route with a published page gives you a number to budget around before you ask, while a Sama Sama or Aman Air route gives you nothing to compare until you request a quote directly.
What can shift a quote away from the table above?
Even on a route with a published figure, the final invoice can land differently. These are the variables most likely to move it:
| Cost driver | What it does to the price |
|---|---|
| Departure date and season | Wet-season weather windows affect which dates a route is confirmed available |
| Group size vs. aircraft capacity | You pay for the full 8-seat aircraft regardless of headcount, unless a shared scenic product is running that date |
| Baggage and gear | Diving kit, surfboards, or camera equipment affect weight allocation on a small aircraft |
| Route not yet published | A city pair without a route page is quoted individually, not read off the table above |
What should you have ready before requesting a quote?
| Checklist item | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Travel dates, with a flexibility window | Water-landing conditions and crew availability shift by day and season |
| Passenger count | Confirms whether you need the full 8-seat aircraft or fit a shared scenic slot |
| Baggage and gear | Affects weight and space allocation on a small aircraft |
| Departure and arrival water sites | Confirms whether both ends sit on a published route or need a custom quote |
| Alternate weather plan | Water landings are weather-sensitive; ask what the operator’s contingency is before committing dates |
Juara Holding Group is an independent coordination desk, established in 2015, that arranges bookings with licensed seaplane and charter operators across Indonesia. It does not operate aircraft, hold an Air Operator Certificate, or act as an official partner or affiliate of Santai Seaplane, Sama Sama Seaplanes, Aman Air, or any other named operator. The figures on this page reflect published route pages as captured on 18 September 2026, are shown for planning purposes only, are subject to change without notice, and are superseded by the operator’s own written quotation for your specific dates. Share your route, dates, passenger count, and baggage details via WhatsApp (6281139414563) or email (bd@juaraholding.com) and the desk will check it against the current published rates or request a custom quote on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the seaplane charter rates on this page fixed prices?
No. Every figure above is an indicative snapshot from an operator’s own route page, captured on a specific date, and each operator states plainly that availability and final pricing can change. A written quotation from the operator — not the published route page — is what governs the actual price, deposit terms, and confirmation for your specific travel dates.
Which route currently has the lowest published charter rate?
The Bali–Lombok route is the cheapest with a published figure, at Rp 33,345,456 one way for the full aircraft, versus Rp 68,445,936 for the longer Bali–Sumbawa run. Airport fees don’t follow the same pattern, though — Lombok’s fee line (Rp 17,550,240) is actually higher than Sumbawa’s (Rp 8,775,120), so compare the fee column alongside the base fare, not the base fare alone.
Can I book a single seat instead of chartering the whole aircraft?
Only on the scenic Bali flight, which runs as a shared product on set dates with a per-guest price around Rp 5,484,450 before fees. Every route in the main comparison table is sold as a full-aircraft charter — you pay for all 8 seats regardless of your group size, unless the coordination desk confirms a shared scenic slot is running on your travel date.
Will Komodo or Raja Ampat get a published seaplane charter rate soon?
Not yet, as of September 2026. Both destinations appear in Santai Seaplane’s route map under “planned” rather than “published price,” alongside several other named locations from the Ministry of Transportation’s eight priority water-landing sites. Until a route page appears for either, expect these to remain quote-based, with pricing requested directly through the operator or coordination desk.
How do I get an exact charter quote for my own dates and route?
Send your route, travel dates, passenger count, and any baggage or gear details to the coordination desk via WhatsApp (6281139414563) or email (bd@juaraholding.com). If your route already has a published page, the desk checks your request against that figure; if it doesn’t, the desk requests a custom quote from the relevant operator and relays it back to you itemized.