Boat Building Cost in Lombok — USD Price Bands 2026

For planning purposes, boat building cost in Lombok typically ranges from about USD 12,000–18,000 per metre for simple open workboats up to around USD 35,000–60,000 per metre for larger, fully‑finished liveaboard and passenger vessels. These are indicative bands only. Final harga bikin kapal Lombok is driven by size, material, machinery, systems, interior standard and regulatory scope.

Indicative Boat Building Cost Bands in Lombok

The figures below are broad planning ranges for biaya pembuatan kapal Lombok under normal conditions in Lombok and Labuan Bajo trades. They are not quotations. Every project is checked against structure, machinery, fit-out, flag and Kemenhub requirements before a contract price is fixed.

Vessel type (new build)	Typical LOA	Indicative build cost band	Indicative cost per metre	Notes
Open workboat / utility (wood or FRP)	8–14 m	USD 120,000–250,000	~USD 12,000–18,000/m	Basic wheelhouse, minimal systems, functional interior
Day-trip passenger / snorkelling boat	12–20 m	USD 250,000–750,000	~USD 16,000–30,000/m	Passenger seating, WC, basic galley, sun deck, safety fit-out
Traditional phinisi-style liveaboard (wood)	24–40 m	USD 900,000–2,800,000	~USD 22,000–40,000/m	Cabins, crew spaces, full hotel systems, tenders and toys optional
Modern motor yacht / explorer style (wood / composite)	20–35 m	USD 1,000,000–3,000,000	~USD 30,000–60,000/m	Higher systems density, more complex engineering and joinery
Fast FRP passenger / dive catamaran	14–26 m	USD 700,000–2,200,000	~USD 26,000–50,000/m	Lightweight structure, high-power engines, performance hulls

These bands assume twin main engines for commercial work, conventional hotel systems, and Kemenhub passenger approval where applicable. The cost to build a boat in Lombok outside these envelopes is scoped individually.

What Drives Boat Build Price in Lombok

Boat build price Lombok is driven by a mix of naval architecture, material choices and operational brief. The main cost drivers are:

LOA, beam and displacement: Structure, coatings, machinery size and systems capacity scale broadly with volume, not only with length.
Hull material and structure: Ulin or other hardwood, laminated wood, solid FRP, cored composite or aluminium each require different labour, skills and consumables.
Main engines and propulsion: Power, brand, gearboxes, shafts, propellers and control systems can move a budget by several hundred thousand USD.
Electrical and hotel systems: Gensets, inverters, batteries, HVAC, watermakers, waste treatment, nav/comms electronics and automation levels are major contributors.
Interior and joinery level: From painted plywood to custom hardwood furniture with stone tops and integrated lighting, interior standard can double or triple the fit-out cost per metre.
Regulatory and class requirements: Build to basic Kemenhub inspection is simpler than building to more demanding voluntary notations or specific charter operator standards.
Logistics and work location: Building in Bangsal or Teluk Nara with straightforward access is different to remote builds or heavy-lift launch arrangements.

A clear brief on these points allows the yard to move from indicative biaya pembuatan kapal Lombok to a fixed-scope quotation.

Cost Components Inside a Typical New-Build Price

A contract amount is built up from discrete technical packages, each with its own scope and allowance. Broadly:

Hull and superstructure: Keel, frames, planking or laminate, decks, house, structural bulkheads, structural tanks, chain lockers, engine beds. Includes normal fairing and protective coatings.
Machinery: Main engines and gearboxes, shafting, props, rudders, steering gear, exhaust systems, engine room ventilation, basic fuel filtration.
Systems: Fresh water, black/grey water, bilge and fire pumps, fuel transfer, gas system (if required), electrical generation and distribution at specified voltage.
Navigation and communication: Radar, echo sounder, GPS/plotter, AIS, radios, antennas, basic monitoring according to agreed supplier list.
Interior and exterior fit-out: Cabins, saloon, galley, crew areas, doors, windows, deck fittings, bulwarks, railings, boarding arrangements, sun decks and awnings.
Safety equipment (baseline): Liferafts, jackets, rings, flares, basic medical kit, firefighting equipment and signage, aligned with agreed passenger certificates.
Design, drawings and documentation: Working drawings, structural details, system schematics, weight and tank plans to support Kemenhub and Syahbandar documentation.

Depending on the specification, some elements (for example, high-end electronics or specialty tenders) may be treated as provisional sums with final selection later in the build.

What Is Normally Excluded from the Contract Sum

For clarity, certain items are usually excluded from the quoted vessel construction cost and are handled as owner’s supply or pass-through expenses. Common exclusions are:

Government fees and taxes: Measurement and registration (Surat Ukur, Gross Akte, Pas Besar), radio licences, Kemenhub and Syahbandar inspection fees are usually invoiced directly to the owning company. These are typically in IDR.
Owner-furnished equipment (OFE): Dive compressors, rental dive gear, camera tables, specialised tenders, toys, kayaks, SUPs and similar operational equipment.
Loose hotel and galley equipment: Linen, crockery, cutlery, small kitchen appliances, consumables, decorative loose furniture and artwork.
Owner’s project costs: Legal, surveyor or consultant fees engaged directly by the owner, as well as internal management overhead.
Crew training and operational certification: STCW courses, internal SOPs and ISM-style manuals where required by the operator.
Foreign-flag or special-class costs: If an owner seeks registration or compliance outside normal Indonesian domestic regimes, additional naval architecture, survey and materials may be required.

These exclusions can be listed and costed in the contract appendices so the full economic picture of harga bikin kapal Lombok is visible, even if some lines are not paid through the yard.

How a Brief Becomes a Fixed Quotation

The path from idea to fixed-scope contract follows a defined sequence. For a detailed view of yard stages and milestones, see the overview at our build process and timeline explanation. In cost terms, the main steps are:

1. Concept and budget alignment

Owner describes route, passenger count, cabin count, intended season, and operational profile (day-trip, expedition, private cruising, pure cargo, mixed-use).
Yard responds with concept sketches or reference layouts and confirms a working LOA, beam and general arrangement.
Budget band is discussed in USD per metre and as a total order-of-magnitude figure.

2. Material and machinery decisions

Selection between timber, FRP or hybrid structure, guided by the considerations discussed in the hull materials comparison.
Engine power and brand band agreed, including whether to prioritise fuel economy, speed, or service network reach.
Initial choices for generators, stabilisation (if any) and hotel capacity documented.

3. Specification and scope definition

Room-by-room interior specification prepared, with finishes, built-in furniture and lighting levels.
Systems list established (watermakers, HVAC zones, waste treatment level, electronics package, audio-visual if required).
Regulatory path confirmed: domestic Kemenhub passenger numbers, special survey requirements, fire zones, escape routes and damage stability targets.

4. Quotation, schedule and payment structure

The yard divides the build into measurable stages with milestone payments, typically from keel-laying through launch to delivery.
Provisional sums are highlighted where choices remain open (for example, final electronics brand or interior stone selection).
The commercial framework, including instalments and supervision options, is set out as described under contract, payment and supervision terms.

Once the owner confirms scope and allowances, the quotation becomes a fixed contract price, with variation orders used for any changes during construction.

Planning Ranges by Use Case

The same LOA can have very different pricing depending on how the vessel will work. Indicative planning ranges per project type:

Local island-transfer day boat, 12–15 m: Allow ~USD 220,000–420,000 depending on passenger layout, speed requirement and finish standard.
Dive day-boat, 15–20 m: Allow ~USD 320,000–650,000 with tank racks, rinse systems, compressors (if yard-supplied) and shaded deck area.
Small liveaboard phinisi, 24–28 m: Allow ~USD 900,000–1,600,000 for 4–6 guest cabins, crew accommodation, tenders and full hotel systems.
Larger liveaboard or charter yacht, 30–40 m: Allow ~USD 1,600,000–3,000,000+ depending on cabin count, finish level and electronics.

Owners planning custom or non-standard concepts can refer to the outline guidance for one-off designs under custom boat build options.

How to Reduce or Control Build Cost

Cost control is usually achieved by simplifying structure and systems before contract signing rather than forcing reductions mid-build. Practical approaches include:

Keeping LOA and beam tightly aligned with the passenger or cabin requirement, avoiding “just in case” extra metres.
Choosing robust, serviceable machinery over high-end brands where resale value and prestige are not priorities.
Standardising cabin layouts and bathrooms to reduce joinery complexity and plumbing runs.
Limiting custom steel or glass work in favour of repeatable modules and proven details.
Defining a focused electronics package that covers safe navigation and operations without overlapping functions.

Decisions in these areas taken early in design have more effect on boat building cost Lombok than negotiating minor line items later.

Information to Send for a Scoped Costing

To move from indicative bands to a scoped biaya pembuatan kapal Lombok quotation, send the Lombok Boat Builder Build Desk the following:

Intended vessel type and use (day-trip passenger, liveaboard, private yacht, workboat, cargo).
Target LOA and beam, passenger or guest numbers, and desired cruising speed.
Preferred hull material (if any) and whether the vessel will work mainly in Lombok, Labuan Bajo, Raja Ampat or other areas.
Outline of interior standard (very simple, mid-level, or high-finish) and key systems (AC yes/no, watermaker, dive support, toys).
Any particular regulatory or flagging intentions beyond standard Indonesian domestic operation.
Planning budget band in USD and any timing constraints for launch and commissioning.

Send this brief by WhatsApp to +628113823875 or email sales@komodoluxury.com and the build desk will respond with a structured set of options, planning cost bands, and a pathway to a detailed quotation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to build a boat in Lombok in 2026?

Indicatively USD 12,000–18,000 per metre for simple open workboats, USD 16,000–30,000 per metre for passenger fast boats and day boats, and USD 22,000–60,000 per metre for liveaboard-class vessels depending on finish — bands, not promises. The tables above break this down by material and boat type, and the caveats that follow them are part of the answer.

Why do quotes for the same boat differ so much?

Scope games. Underpriced quotes routinely exclude engines, electronics, certification, delivery and commissioning — the items that make a boat usable — so the low number describes a different, unfinished project. The line-item checklist on this page exposes exactly what a quotation must contain before two numbers can be compared.

Is a low WhatsApp quote from a yard trustworthy?

Treat unpriced scope as unbuilt scope. Only a written line-item quotation tied to a construction contract — specification schedule, milestone table, exclusions stated — counts as a price. A friendly number in a chat message binds nobody and omits everything expensive.

Do you charge in USD or IDR?

Contract pricing is quoted in USD only. Statutory government fees — measurement, registration, certification — are stated factually in IDR in the quotation because that is what the issuing offices charge. There is no third currency and no ambiguity about which is which.

What payment schedule is normal for a Lombok build?

Staged milestone payments released against inspected progress, with a final retention held until the handover defect list clears — never a majority payment upfront. How the milestone table maps to the quotation, and the escrow option for remote owners, is detailed on the contract and supervision page.

Related reading: the 2026 Lombok build-cost picture — how this season’s input prices moved the bands. what a lender wants to see before financing an NTB boat — the document set that unlocks credit. the repower-versus-replace decision — when a new build beats another engine swap.