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March 2025…// Leading luxury Phinisi yacht charter specialists, Silolona Sojourns, are excited to unveil the ultimate family adventure for summer 2025, pinpointing Komodo and Eastern Flores as the best destinations to book. Offering extraordinary, off-the-grid expeditions through Southeast Asia, Silolona's bespoke journeys are designed to educate and inspire, while providing rest and relaxation. Promising an unforgettable experience for all ages, Silolona is perfectly positioned as a top choice for family yacht vacations, with family groups making up more than half of their bookings. 

Transporting guests to some of the world's most untouched destinations, Silolona Sojourns operates two traditional Phinisi vessels, Si Datu Bua, ideal for smaller families, and Silolona, perfect for larger or multi-generational groups. Silolona Sojourns provides the ideal mix of luxury adventure, and cultural immersion in Indonesia's magnificent seas and gorgeous scenery, for families wanting to make the most of the school holidays. Each unique itinerary is thoughtfully crafted to delight guests spanning generations, from indulgent culinary experiences for the foodies, onboard spa and massage treatments for those craving relaxation, or thrilling water sports and wildlife expeditions to keep young explorers entertained. 

From June to September, one of Silolona's most popular family-friendly routes takes guests through the Komodo Archipelago, home to the legendary Komodo dragons. During the day, families can trek on guided tours together through Rinca Island to see these incredible and prehistoric creatures, snorkel the vibrant coral reefs or kayak along the stunning and calm coastlines of Padar Island, and unwind on the secluded pink sand beaches of Pantai Merah. Evenings are just as enchanting, with beach bonfires, stargazing and gourmet dining under a canopy of stars aboard or ashore. This itinerary is perfect for those travelling with younger children, and also a great option for shorter trips for those already based in Indonesia, or to add a special element to a family trip.

For those seeking to be immersed in Indonesian culture while avoiding the tourist trail Silolona recommends an itinerary sailing from Eastern Flores to Alor, the ideal experience for families looking to learn and connect across multiple generations. Guests will be transported through some of Indonesia's most untouched islands, experiencing authentic Indonesian culture and gaining insights into Indonesia's history, from the ancient customs of the Abui tribe in Alor, where visitors see ceremonial dances and centuries-old bronze drums, to encounters with local weavers creating beautiful fabrics. Families can tour far-off volcanoes, snorkel immaculate coral reefs, and cruise through once-travelled historic straits, visited by Portuguese explorers many years ago. From gentle hikes and village visits, to world-class diving with incredible marine life and adrenaline-fuelled water sports, Silolona finds the perfect combination of adventure, education, and relaxation to create lifelong memories for the entire family.

Thanks to a committed and creative crew that puts safety first and provides endless fun and entertainment, Silolona Sojourns is perfectly positioned to keep the kids occupied both onboard and onshore. From treasure hunts and pirate raids, to craft sessions, painting, and dressing up, the Silolona team loves interacting with young guests and can design a range of engaging activities. Children can also play beach football with the locals or enjoy nature discovery, including investigating the eclectic marine life in the surroundings. For families with smaller children and babies, nannies can be arranged on request to provide parents with peace of mind. What's more, Silolona's rates remain the same throughout the year, with no peak season price hikes, and all charters can be paired with a private plane charter, making it a seamless option for high-end family trips.

Whether guests are seeking thrilling wildlife expeditions or cultural immersion, Silolona Sojourns offers the ultimate family holiday experience, blending adventure, culture, luxury and relaxation into one unforgettable journey - the perfect choice for creating lifelong memories this summer.

​​Each itinerary is created bespoke; Silolona charters are charged at $18,700 / £15,000 per day (+ 12% VAT), sleeping up to 10, and Si Datu Bua charters are charged at $12,000 / £9,700 per day (+12% VAT), sleeping up to 6. Price includes all F&B, diving, scheduled activities, and accommodation. 

For more information and to enquire about booking, please visit https://silolona.com/.  

For all press enquiries, please contact Lara Marwan Good on lara@mgrelations.com or +44 796 434 770. 

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About Silolona Sojourns 

Silolona Sojourns was founded by Patti Seery in 2002, with a mission to put Indonesia on the map for Western travellers. Now, Silolona Sojourns operates two vessels, Silolona and Si Datu Bua, offering luxury private charters to some of the most remote islands in South East Asia. The vessels are designed as traditional Phinisi ships, and operate in locations including Raja Ampat, Komodo, Banda, Flores, Sumba, Thailand, and Langkawi. Silolona Sojourns is sustainable at heart, having been appointed Green Practice by international brokers association CYBA, and appointed Green in safety and environment by Abercrombie and Kent. is a truly sustainable company, Each itinerary ensures to educate guests about history, local communities and preservation of the wildlife and landscape, to make them ambassadors of the environment, combining this with five-star service and luxury levels of comfort onboard.