QR 12 Nusa Penida & Lembongan review
Yacht · 33 ft (10 m) · Bali
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Key specs
- Builder
- Queen Ruizi
- Model
- motor yacht
- Length
- 33 ft (10 m)
- Guests
- 15
- Cabins
- 1
Verdict
Queen Ruizi 18 is a compact Bali day yacht with a practical 13-meter layout, strong 3x200hp propulsion, and useful comfort features for island-hopping. It suits private groups well, though the fixed 1-cabin setup and older 2019 build temper its luxury credentials.
Pros
- +Seats up to 15 guests, good for small private groups
- +13 m hull is compact enough for shallow-bay cruising
- +Air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, GPS, and autopilot included
- +Three 200hp engines give solid speed and redundancy
- +1 cabin, 1 toilet, and 3 crew improve day-trip usability
Cons
- −Not a recent build; vessel dates to 2019 with refit in 2023
- −Limited overnight/livability with only 1 cabin and 1 berth
- −The listed model/name varies across sources, creating some confusion
- −Comfort is geared to day charters rather than full yacht cruising
Queen Ruizi 18 is a 13-meter motor yacht built for short island cruises rather than long-range luxury. Its proportions and shallow-bay suitability make it a sensible choice for Nusa Penida and Lembongan itineraries, while the 3x200hp outboard setup suggests brisk transfer capability and practical redundancy.
On the water, the boat should feel responsive for its size, with enough power for fast island-hopping and a straightforward helm package that includes GPS and autopilot. The trade-off is that this is still a compact charter platform, so rougher sea conditions and heavy loading can reduce comfort more than on larger yachts.
For livability, the boat offers air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, one cabin, one bathroom, and a crew of three, which is appropriate for day use with a group of up to 15. The value case is strongest for private day charters where capacity and ease of operation matter more than overnight space or high-end finish.
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