Sailing Thailand: Phuket to Phuket
7 days
Go island-hopping in Thailand and experience some of the best snorkelling in the world. Enjoy a week aboard our sailing catamaran and discover what makes Thailand special. With an experienced captain navigating the southern islands, you’ll drop anchor at highlights and secret spots perfect for a swim. Work up an appetite snorkelling, dine on Thai cuisine, and sleep moored under the stars. This trip is perfect on its own or as an add-on with our other Thai adventures.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Marine
Small-ship adventures on the world’s great seas, rivers, and other places only accessible by boat.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg. 10.
Age requirement: 16+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
What's Included:
Sailing the Andaman Islands of Thailand
James Bond Island visit
Railay Beach visit
Snorkelling in Monkey Bay
Phang Nga Bay stop
Island visits included Krabi Islands, Koh Phi Phi Don, Southern Phuket Islands, Koh Yao Yai and Koh Khai Nai
Snorkelling equipment, and two kayaks
Accommodations
2 deluxe double cabins, 7 standard twin/double cabins, all cabins air-conditioning (6 nts)
Meals
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Allow USD $20-$30 for meals not included
Transportation
25m (82 ft) sailing catamaran
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, skipper, assistant/cook
Dates Available: sailings October through April
Rates: vary per departure date and room accommodations requested.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Phuket/Phang Nga Bay
Meet in Phuket in the early afternoon. Enjoy sailing and stopping for a swim before an overnight stay in a remote location. Meet your skipper at 3:00pm at 'The Deck at PYH’ in The Yacht Haven Marina.
In the afternoon, sail towards the Northern Phuket Islands. Choose to go on a dinghy exploration, relax on the deck, or enjoy an evening swim under the stars.
Day 2 - Phang Nga Bay/Railay Beach
Set sail through the emerald waters to James Bond Island, made famous as the setting for "The Man with the Golden Gun". Afterwards, travel to Railay beach and opt to climb to the stunning local view point, kick back and enjoy a massage, visit the Shrine of the Sea Princess, or explore the town.
In the evening, anchor amongst the limestone island scenery, enjoy an optional local dinner, and get a taste of Railay's nightlife.
Day 3 - Railay Beach/Ko HA YAI
Depart for Ko Ha Yai, part of a national park, early in the morning and enjoy time in this pristine location.
If time allows, stop at Ko Maa en route for some snorkelling. Enjoy an included and overnight at Ko Ha Yai.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITY
Visit the Shrine of the Sea Princess - Enjoy a visit to this magnificent cave that fishermen say is the home to a mythical sea princess. The fishermen believe this princess will protect them if they bring her fertility offerings.
Day 4 - Ko ha yai/Ko Phi Phi
Set sail, go snorkelling at Monkey Bay, and check out its world-famous cliffs.
Meet your new crew in Ko Phi Phi in the early afternoon. Even with all the hype, Ko Phi Phi doesn't disappoint. The islands seem to rise from the sea. Sheer cliffs tower overhead, then give way to beach-fronted jungle. This is truly a piece of paradise.
Depending on weather conditions, spend the evening anchored off of this beautiful beach or head to Ko Phi Phi for a bit of nightlife.
Day 5 - Ko Phi Phi/Ko Raja Noi
Sail to the remote island of Raja Noi and enjoy time for snorkelling amongst stunning marine life, kayaking, or swimming.
Spend the day sailing through the Southern Phuket Islands. Go slow to enjoy snorkelling and savour a lunch break amongst the breathtaking scenery.
Overnight at Ko Raja Noi.
Day 6 - Ko Raja Noi/Ko Yao Yai
Sail to the island of Ko Yao Yai. Opt to enjoy a group dinner on the island.
If time permits and the group is interested, opt for a visit to Ko Khai Nai en route to Ko Yao Yai. It’s a tiny island and an excellent spot for swimming and snorkelling off a clear sandy beach.
Overnight at Ko Yao Yai.
Day 7 - Ko Yao Yai/Phuket
Depart for the harbour early. Take a break for a swim and arrive into Phuket just before lunch.
The tour ends on arrival into Yacht Haven Marina.