Thailand Yacht Charter

Begin your Thailand yacht charter from the beautiful paradise that is Phuket. “The Pearl of the Andaman” is Thailand’s largest island and, though it may be a little scarred from insensitive development and package-tour traffic, Phuket still has it all. Pretty beaches, coral reefs, excellent facilities and a soulful old town make Phuket the ideal base for a luxury sailing holiday.

However, the magic truly begins when you leave the marina. Thai culture has survived in the islands almost unchanged for centuries, and a yacht charter holiday gives you the chance to experience this away from the thousands of tourists on Phuket.

Majestic limestone pinnacles jut from the emerald Andaman sea in Phang Nga Bay where Koh Hong secrets its stunning interior. Take kayaks and wend your way through low hanging caves and passageways to find yourselves in a crystal clear lagoon.

Excellent luxury yacht charter facilities, easy transport links, restaurants with world-class Thai cuisine and state-of-the-art marinas (like the Ao Po Grand Marina and Yacht Haven Marina) make Thailand a superb spot for a week spent relaxing on the deck of a yacht.

Thailand's dreamy sunlit beaches conjure poetic images of white sands and unspoiled island luxury. A Thailand yacht charter is characterised by ethereal emerald waters, decadent nightlife, and mythical temples with ancient legends carved into their walls.

A Thailand crewed, skippered or bareboat charter opens up stunning islands, where fiery skies singe emerald mountains above hidden coves, concealed behind karst mountain spikes that rise from the Andaman Sea. Almost all of Thailand's islands are uninhabited, save for the various monkeys and parakeets, but most yacht charters begin in the comparatively more cosmopolitan Phuket island.

Charter guests looking for a more sedate sailing journey should sail their yacht charter towards the paradisiacal Phi Phi island group, where gorgeous unspoiled beaches and bays await on islands such as Koh Phi Phi Ley.

Embark on a Thailand yacht charter to explore these sparkling waters in your own time: planning beach stops on picturesque white sands, snorkelling days with colourful schools of marine life, or night time anchorages under the impossible shimmer of an infinite universe of stars.

Thailand's rich and unique culture has survived particularly well across its islands and coastal regions, making them some of its most authentic and rewarding travel destinations. And a Thailand yacht charter allows for a greater exploration of the nuances each region and island offers. Begin in Phuket and you'll first need to navigate a healthy tourism industry that on one side soaks the island with crowds and sunlounger-filled resorts, but on the other provides a bounty of restaurants, bars, and sights as well as world-class amenities, useful for new sailors still finding their sailing legs.

But equally, the Phuket region is stunning, filled with captivating beaches and coves, iconic Buddhist sights and countless opportunities for adventure. Ascend to the top of Cape Phrom Thep for sunset vistas over the nearby islands, or visit the appropriately named Great Budhha atop Nakkerd Hill near Chalong for a view with a cultural slant in the form of a vast white seated Maravija Buddha statue. Set sail from the east coast of Phuket and follow the swells of the Andaman to Phang Nga Bay to see a forest of giant karst rising enigmatically from the water.

Drop anchor to lunch in the shadow of one of the monolithic giants before sailing to the charming Koh Panyee village, a village built on stilts in the water and formed around one of the rock monoliths that characterise the area. From there, a quick sail to Koh Tapu (or: James Bond Island) is easy enough and worth it to see the otherwordly majesty of the freestanding, rickety-looking island up close. Take along some kayaks on your Thailand yacht charter and spend an afternoon exploring the Hongs of Phang Nga: "rooms" that are only accessible by water caves and hide natural bouquets of various flora in mysterious inland coves. From here, embark on a scenic sail to Krabi on the mainland to see remote beaches such as Rai Le Beach and the old-world charm of Krabi Town.

Another good sailing option is the Surathani province: for parties and watersports sail to laidback Koh Pha Ngan and for hikes and an abundance of natural eye-candy sail into the Khao Sok National Park for inky lakes and karst mountains erupting from dense jungles. To see a more luxurious and slightly understated side of Thailand sail your Thailand yacht charter to Ko Samui’s extraordinarily white sand beaches, with their dense thickets of palms and world-class spa facilities, and inject a dose of legendary Thai wellness into your sailing holiday. Drop anchor in attractive sandy coves and dive into dazzling turquoise waters, or anchor off Samui's northern coast to enjoy lunch with a view of lush islands like Ko Phangan before sailing onwards under a blazing Thai sunrise.

For a tranquil sailing experience try the Similan National Park, a breathtaking chain of white sand-fringed islands, with a vibrant ecosystem both above and below the water, arguably one of southern Thailand's most stunning sailing destinations. Here, corals, rural lost-in-time beaches and incredible dive sights such as Richelieu Rock combine to make an enchanting yacht charter destination.