About Captain Made Sutarya
Senior Phinisi Captain & Charter Curator — 18+ years in Indonesia tourism
Captain Made Sutarya is a Senior Phinisi Captain and Charter Curator with extensive experience navigating the Indonesian archipelago. His expertise is rooted in over two decades of maritime operations, specializing in luxury Phinisi yacht navigation and bespoke charter route development within the region. Captain Sutarya possesses a comprehensive understanding of Indonesian maritime law and the specific sailing conditions prevalent across key tourist destinations, including the challenging waters of Komodo National Park, the Flores Sea, and the Bali-Lombok strait.
A certified Master Mariner, Captain Sutarya completed his advanced maritime training at a reputable Indonesian naval institute, obtaining certifications compliant with international maritime standards. Early in his career, he was instrumental in developing and implementing safety protocols for luxury yacht operations in remote eastern Indonesian waters, significantly enhancing operational security. A notable career milestone includes leading the inaugural multi-week expedition exploring the untouched islands east of Sumbawa, which contributed to the establishment of new luxury charter itineraries. He also played a pivotal role in the successful recovery and refitting of a historic Phinisi vessel, transforming it into a premier liveaboard.
Beyond his professional duties, Captain Sutarya is an avid freediver, frequently exploring the rich underwater ecosystems of the Lesser Sunda Islands. He currently applies his profound maritime knowledge and leadership as Senior Phinisi Captain & Charter Curator for Best Komodo Liveaboard.
Credentials
- Indonesia Maritime Authority Captain License (Class A)
- Sail Indonesia certified phinisi master
- STCW 2010 Maritime Safety certified
- PADI Open Water Instructor (#28471)
Areas of Expertise
- Phinisi yacht navigation
- Komodo charter routes
- Indonesian maritime law
- Bali-Lombok sailing conditions
Affiliation
Captain Made Sutarya is a senior member of the Best Komodo Liveaboard editorial team, a division of PT Juara Holding Group. The Group operates Indonesia luxury tourism curation services across 56+ specialized properties covering Bali, Komodo, Raja Ampat, Sumba, Lombok, and Eastern Indonesia.
Editorial standards
All articles authored by Captain Made Sutarya on this site undergo PT Juara Holding Group editorial review: subject-matter accuracy verification, fact-check against primary sources, and quarterly content refresh. For corrections or fact verification, email bd@juaraholding.com.
Contact
Article queries, fact-verification, and editorial correspondence: bd@juaraholding.com / +62 811 3941 4563.