The choice of name is not just a branding decision. It’s a message. Every yacht that enters Bali Gapura Marina will be more than a visitor. It will be welcomed as part of Indonesia’s cultural journey.
After months of anticipation, the mystery is finally over. Bali’s upcoming superyacht harbour will officially carry the name Bali Gapura Marina. The word Gapura, meaning “gateway,” couldn’t be more fitting. It reflects the marina’s role as a cultural and maritime entry point, the front door to Indonesia’s seas and timeless heritage.
The choice of name is not just a branding decision. It’s a message. Every yacht that enters Bali Gapura Marina will be more than a visitor. It will be welcomed as part of Indonesia’s cultural journey. As Minister of Tourism Widiyanti Putri Wardhana explained, the name embodies the country’s strategy to elevate marine tourism into a national priority.
Building Indonesia’s First Full-Service International Marina
Located in Benoa, Bali, the marina is set to transform Indonesia’s place in the global yachting industry. Spread over 33,000 square metres, it will be the nation’s first full-service international marina with:
180 berths in total
Capacity for 50 superyachts up to 90 metres
State-of-the-art facilities including clean water, electricity, and logistics support
The project is being developed in partnership between PT Marina Development Indonesia (MDI) and Pelindo, the state-owned port operator. Together, they aim to deliver a world-class harbour that competes with top destinations in the Mediterranean and Asia-Pacific.
The Road to Completion
Construction is already underway, with Dock B completed and 11 pontoons installed, providing space for 48 berths. A soft opening in December 2025 will allow visiting yachts to access basic services, while the full launch is planned for the third quarter of 2026.
Pelindo’s president director, Arif Suhartono, emphasized that Bali Gapura is just the beginning. With Indonesia’s vast 17,000 islands, the long-term vision is to build more world-class marinas across the archipelago, positioning the nation as a global maritime hub.
Indonesia has long been recognized for its natural beauty, but its marine tourism has remained underdeveloped. Bali Gapura Marina is a statement that this is about to change. With its official name revealed, the project is no longer just a plan, it’s a gateway. A symbol of welcome. And a promise that Indonesia is ready to take its place on the global superyacht map.
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