Name: Emi .
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Masseuse
Position details: Masseuse & Stewardess
Languages: Not specified
Description: Hailing from Bandung, West Java, Euis brings a wealth of culinary expertise honed through her experience as an executive chef in prestigious kitchens across the globe. Her talent lies in creating exceptional dishes in even the most remote corners of the world - often surrounded by nothing but coral reefs and endless sea.
On board SEQUOIA, the ocean becomes her market. Euis crafts imaginative menus that blend the freshest locally caught seafood with carefully selected imported delicacies, elevating each meal into something unforgettable. Guests can expect everything from melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu beef to lobster, shrimp, and an array of Indonesian fish, all complemented by her handmade pastas and breads. Every dish is a celebration of flavor, creativity, and the joy of dining at sea.
Name: Petrus .
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Engineer
Position details: Engineer | Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Petrus, from Toraja, oversees engine fluids and water management, ensuring all systems are maintained to the highest standard. He also manages all watersports equipment, keeping everything clean, organized, and ready for use at any time.
Name: Once .
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Deckhand
Position details: Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Hajrun Kabaena, known as Once, is a skilled speedboat driver from North Maluku who ensures safe, seamless transfers and assists guests during dives with a warm, memorable presence.
Name: Arif .
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Chief engineer
Position details: Chief Engineer
Languages: Not specified
Description: Arif is from the Toraja region of Central Sulawesi. In addition to managing propulsion, he focuses on all things electrical — a key area of expertise on a luxury yacht. Preventive maintenance is central to Arif’s work strategy, while redundancy and flexibility allow him to keep all systems running smoothly at all times. His organization and attention to detail make Arif an exceptionally capable engineer.
Name: Amsar .
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Captain
Position details: Captain
Languages: Not specified
Description: Amsar, like many of our crew, is from Sulawesi and a member of the famous Bugis Tribe, known for its seafaring expertise. He has sailed extensively throughout the Indonesian archipelago on multiple vessels. Amsar expertly reads tides, weather, currents, and surrounding boat activity to ensure you reach your next destination safely. As Sequoia’s Chief Safety Officer, he keeps the yacht on course and is always ready to make last-minute adjustments when needed.
Name: Eking .
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Engineer
Position details: Second Engineer | Deckhand
Languages: Not specified
Description: Eking is our second crew member from Toraja. He focuses on fuel management but also lends a hand with many tasks that help facilitate your charter — from filling and organizing dive tanks and equipment to preparing the Tracker speedboat and setting up beautiful lunches and dinners on your private islands.
Name: Bapak Evan
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Dive Instructor
Position details: Dive instructor
Languages: Not specified
Description: From the island of Kalimantan, Evan is SEQUOIA’s highly experienced Dive Instructor, with nearly 2,000 certifications to his name. Equally at home guiding seasoned divers or introducing guests to the underwater world for the first time, he brings deep knowledge of Indonesia’s premier dive sites and an encouraging, professional approach. For larger groups, Evan leads alongside additional instructors, ensuring every guest enjoys safe, seamless, and unforgettable diving experiences in the Coral Triangle.
Name: Kandiga .
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Head Chef
Position details: Head Chef
Languages: Not specified
Description: Kandiga, from Bali, is an internationally experienced Executive Chef who crafts refined dishes even in the most remote settings. Blending fresh local seafood with select imported ingredients, from daily catches to premium Wagyu, he elevates every meal onboard.
Name: Yessi Sari
Nationality: Indonesian
Position:
Position details: Owner / Cruise director
Languages: Not specified
Description: Born in Bengkulu, Sumatra, Yessi holds a CPA from the School of Economics at the University of Indonesia. An entrepreneur by nature, she left a Fortune 500 career to found Sequoia Yacht.
With a deep appreciation for travel, design, and the art of hosting, she is known for translating complex journeys into seamless, considered experiences. Alongside the Sequoia crew, she is PADI Advanced certified, bringing both expertise and quiet confidence to life at sea.
Advanced Divers.
Name: Ali .
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: First Officer
Position details: Chief Officer | Co-Captain
Languages: Not specified
Description: Ali, born in Lemo-Lemo, Bulukumba — Sequoia’s birthplace — comes from a lineage of boat builders and sailors. Part of Sequoia’s original build in 2014, he is now a certified Chief Officer who guides guests through every journey, from speedboat rides to reef and island explorations.
Name: Sunalwi .
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Chef
Position details: Chef and Tailor
Languages: Not specified
Description: Sunalwi, a Bugis native and part of Sequoia since the beginning, is a skilled seamster who keeps the yacht impeccably maintained. Also serving as cook and steward, he delights guests by creating bespoke batik pieces onboard.
Name: Bapak Wawan
Nationality: Indonesian
Position: Steward
Position details: Steward
Languages: Not specified
Description: A proud Bugis seafarer, Wawan is SEQUOIA’s attentive steward, dedicated to anticipating and delivering every guest’s need. From crafting fresh juices, cocktails, and Indonesian specialities to preparing elegant table settings, he ensures every dining experience is beautifully presented. With warmth and precision, Wawan brings a personal touch to service, making each moment on board feel both effortless and refined.
Emi . — Masseuse (Indonesian)
Hailing from Bandung, West Java, Euis brings a wealth of culinary expertise honed through her experience as an executive chef in prestigious kitchens across the globe. Her talent lies in creating exceptional dishes in even the most remote corners of the world - often surrounded by nothing but coral reefs and endless sea.
On board SEQUOIA, the ocean becomes her market. Euis crafts imaginative menus that blend the freshest locally caught seafood with carefully selected imported delicacies, elevating each meal into something unforgettable. Guests can expect everything from melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu beef to lobster, shrimp, and an array of Indonesian fish, all complemented by her handmade pastas and breads. Every dish is a celebration of flavor, creativity, and the joy of dining at sea.
Petrus . — Engineer (Indonesian)
Petrus, from Toraja, oversees engine fluids and water management, ensuring all systems are maintained to the highest standard. He also manages all watersports equipment, keeping everything clean, organized, and ready for use at any time.
Once . — Deckhand (Indonesian)
Hajrun Kabaena, known as Once, is a skilled speedboat driver from North Maluku who ensures safe, seamless transfers and assists guests during dives with a warm, memorable presence.
Arif . — Chief engineer (Indonesian)
Arif is from the Toraja region of Central Sulawesi. In addition to managing propulsion, he focuses on all things electrical — a key area of expertise on a luxury yacht. Preventive maintenance is central to Arif’s work strategy, while redundancy and flexibility allow him to keep all systems running smoothly at all times. His organization and attention to detail make Arif an exceptionally capable engineer.
Amsar . — Captain (Indonesian)
Amsar, like many of our crew, is from Sulawesi and a member of the famous Bugis Tribe, known for its seafaring expertise. He has sailed extensively throughout the Indonesian archipelago on multiple vessels. Amsar expertly reads tides, weather, currents, and surrounding boat activity to ensure you reach your next destination safely. As Sequoia’s Chief Safety Officer, he keeps the yacht on course and is always ready to make last-minute adjustments when needed.
Eking . — Engineer (Indonesian)
Eking is our second crew member from Toraja. He focuses on fuel management but also lends a hand with many tasks that help facilitate your charter — from filling and organizing dive tanks and equipment to preparing the Tracker speedboat and setting up beautiful lunches and dinners on your private islands.
Bapak Evan — Dive Instructor (Indonesian)
From the island of Kalimantan, Evan is SEQUOIA’s highly experienced Dive Instructor, with nearly 2,000 certifications to his name. Equally at home guiding seasoned divers or introducing guests to the underwater world for the first time, he brings deep knowledge of Indonesia’s premier dive sites and an encouraging, professional approach. For larger groups, Evan leads alongside additional instructors, ensuring every guest enjoys safe, seamless, and unforgettable diving experiences in the Coral Triangle.
Kandiga . — Head Chef (Indonesian)
Kandiga, from Bali, is an internationally experienced Executive Chef who crafts refined dishes even in the most remote settings. Blending fresh local seafood with select imported ingredients, from daily catches to premium Wagyu, he elevates every meal onboard.
Yessi Sari — Owner / Cruise director (Indonesian)
Born in Bengkulu, Sumatra, Yessi holds a CPA from the School of Economics at the University of Indonesia. An entrepreneur by nature, she left a Fortune 500 career to found Sequoia Yacht.
With a deep appreciation for travel, design, and the art of hosting, she is known for translating complex journeys into seamless, considered experiences. Alongside the Sequoia crew, she is PADI Advanced certified, bringing both expertise and quiet confidence to life at sea.
Advanced Divers.
Ali . — First Officer (Indonesian)
Ali, born in Lemo-Lemo, Bulukumba — Sequoia’s birthplace — comes from a lineage of boat builders and sailors. Part of Sequoia’s original build in 2014, he is now a certified Chief Officer who guides guests through every journey, from speedboat rides to reef and island explorations.
Sunalwi . — Chef (Indonesian)
Sunalwi, a Bugis native and part of Sequoia since the beginning, is a skilled seamster who keeps the yacht impeccably maintained. Also serving as cook and steward, he delights guests by creating bespoke batik pieces onboard.
Bapak Wawan — Steward (Indonesian)
A proud Bugis seafarer, Wawan is SEQUOIA’s attentive steward, dedicated to anticipating and delivering every guest’s need. From crafting fresh juices, cocktails, and Indonesian specialities to preparing elegant table settings, he ensures every dining experience is beautifully presented. With warmth and precision, Wawan brings a personal touch to service, making each moment on board feel both effortless and refined.