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Yacht charter in Thailand

Yacht charter and bareboat sailing in Thailand

Thailand Yacht Charter

Charter a yacht from Phuket and explore the sheltered emerald waters, limestone cliffs and white sand beaches of Phang Nga Bay and the Andaman Sea.

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Charter base
Yacht Haven Marina, Phuket
Best season
November to March
Winds
5 to 20 knots, north-east
Temperatures
24°C to 32°C
Experience
Level 2: confident coastal navigation

Yacht charter and bareboat sailing in Thailand

Our base in Thailand is on the north-eastern tip of the island of Phuket, perfectly situated for exploring the sheltered emerald waters, majestic limestone cliffs and white sand beaches of the Phang Nga Bay islands and the Andaman Sea: Thailand’s reigning maritime jewel.

From the base, you can visit the paradise Phi Phi islands for world-class snorkelling on the coral reefs, and stop at the breathtaking Maya Beach, the location made famous by the cult film ‘The Beach’. You can also visit the unspoilt offshore marine preserves of the Similan and Surin islands, such as the Mu Koh Similan National Park, which are internationally famous as some of the world’s top diving sites.

Thailand yacht charter at a glance

  • Charter base at Yacht Haven Marina, on the north-eastern tip of Phuket
  • Phang Nga Bay, the Phi Phi islands and the Andaman Sea
  • World-class snorkelling and diving
  • Best from November to March, in the dry season
  • Experience level 2: confident in basic coastal navigation
  • Live availability and online booking

Thailand yacht charter: tides, winds and seasons

Experience level 2: the area is tidal, with a range of approximately 2 to 3.5m, which creates swift tidal currents in narrow channels. Navigation is often line-of-sight, but a careful eye on the chart and GPS is advised because of the numerous coral reefs. A Phuket sailing holiday is well within the reach of sailors confident in basic coastal navigation.

Thailand is suitable for sailing year-round, but the ideal time is the north-east monsoon (the dry season), from November to March. The weather is sunny and dry, with calm seas, and the north-east winds of 5 to 20 knots are ideal for sailing and keep the climate comfortable. With temperatures of 24°C to 32°C, a Phuket sailing holiday makes a fantastic winter getaway.

During the south-west monsoon (the rainy season), from April to October, there are south-westerly winds of 5 to 30 knots, although sailing is still sheltered in most of the cruising area. The rain showers are heavy but brief, falling more heavily towards the end of the season; however, this means the area is quieter and less popular with tourists. The Surin and Similan islands, and the anchorages on the west coast of Phuket, cannot be used in the rainy season. Night sailing is forbidden.

  • Dry seasonNovember to MarchSunny and dry, with calm seas
  • North-east monsoon5 to 20 knotsIdeal sailing breezes
  • South-west monsoon5 to 30 knotsApril to October, still sheltered
  • Tidal range2 to 3.5mSwift currents in narrow channels

Sailing itinerary

Thailand yacht charter: a one-week route from Phuket

A suggested week from Yacht Haven Marina: Ko Yao Yai, Coral Island and the Phi Phi islands, then back north via Ko Yao Noi and the Ao Phang Nga National Park.

Day by day

Eight days from Yacht Haven Marina, with the distance for each day

The Phuket route

A suggested week from Yacht Haven Marina, about 113 nautical miles

Animated map of a suggested one-week yacht charter route from Yacht Haven Marina on Phuket to Ko Yao Yai, Ko He, the Phi Phi islands, Ko Yao Noi and Phang Nga Bay, then back to Yacht Haven, about 113 nautical miles

This is a suggested route, so plan your own with our team. Distances are approximate. Prefer to sail in company? See our Thailand flotilla, or the crewed Thailand Dream catamaran.

Charter base

Yacht Haven Marina, Phuket

Our base at Yacht Haven Marina, on the north-eastern tip of Phuket, is a convenient and well-equipped place to start your charter. From here you can cruise the sheltered waters of Phang Nga Bay, and the famous Phi Phi islands are approximately 30 nautical miles to the south-east. Cruising the Andaman Sea is recommended for more experienced sailors, with a three-metre tidal range at times.

Base facilities

  • Cafe and bar with wifi
  • Parking
  • Supermarket
  • Crane
  • Power supply
  • Water supply
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioned bathrooms and showers
  • Fuel station
  • Weather forecast
  • Laundry service
  • Slipway
  • Workshop
  • Accommodation
  • Gym, yoga and massage
  • Swimming pool

Travel

Getting to Yacht Haven Marina

Fly from the UK to Phuket International Airport, then transfer to Yacht Haven Marina, on the north-eastern tip of the island.

At a glance

Base
Yacht Haven Marina, Phuket
Address
Thep Krasatter Rd., Thalang, Amphoe Thalang, Chang Wat Phuket 83110, Thailand
Co-ordinates
8°10′15.2″N, 98°20′24.4″E

  • Flights

    Fly from the UK to Phuket International Airport, then transfer to Yacht Haven Marina for embarkation.

Stay options

Extend your trip before or after your charter with a stay in Bangkok or on Phuket.

  • Bangkok

    Bangkok

    Whilst Bangkok tourism is often encapsulated by the notorious Khao San Road, with its street food, entertainment and vibrant nightlife, the city has so much more to offer. We recommend a visit to the 100-year-old Damnoen Saduak floating market, and a trip to at least one of the many opulent Buddhist temples.

  • A beach on Phuket

    Phuket

    Phuket itself offers a fantastic range of nightlife and luxury resorts, in addition to its stunning beaches and abundance of diverse wildlife. With its art galleries, museums and unique blend of colonial and Chinese architecture, a trip to Phuket Old Town is not to be missed.

Thailand yacht charter: live availability

Search the yachts available at our Thailand base by date and size, then book online. If you would rather talk it through, call our experts on 0208 324 3118, Monday to Friday 09:00 to 19:00 and Saturday 09:30 to 17:00.

Book your Thailand yacht charter

To book a yacht or check availability, get in touch with our experienced team. They will then help you choose the right yacht and dates for you.

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Tell us your dates and party size, and we’ll then come back to you with availability and prices.

Peace of mind

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Every payment you make to us is financially protected, from deposit to balance. Holidays with flights are covered by our ATOL licence, and holidays without flights by our ABTOT membership. Trading since 1995.


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