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Thailand is often referred to as ‘the Caribbean of Asia.’ However, until recently, the country’s unparalleled marine playground has been sometimes difficult to access and only enjoyed by a small number of cruising yachts and groups of charter holidaymakers. But this situation is changing. A surge in the development of marina facilities and the number of yachts available for charter means that Thailand is set to burst upon the international scene as the world’s newest yachting playground.

Over 1,000 miles of coastline along the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, literally thousands of islands, countless beaches with pristine white sand, crystal waters, and superb coral reefs, hidden creeks, headlands, and mystical sea mountains await any water-lovers. All these, combined with a tropical climate, create the world’s most stunning cruising waters. 

Welcome to Thailand, the country that cruising sailors tell tales about on their travels, the place you will never want to leave.

A Guide to Phuket Marinas

On the coast of the Andaman Sea, Phuket has long been a popular aquatic playground for people from all over the world. The island, the largest in Thailand, is surrounded by azure waters dotted with palm-fringed tropical islands, perfect for day trips, island hopping or overnight stays at island resorts. A surge in the development of marina facilities and the number of yachts available for charter means that Phuket is becoming increasingly popular with the international cruising yacht community.

Phuket

Phuket Yacht Haven

Yacht Haven Marina, located in Phuket’s north east, is the island’s only marina with 24-hour access, providing services for both cruisers and super-yachts up to 80 metres. Set in idyllic surroundings, the marina is on the doorstep of Phang Nga Bay, providing berthing for 220 boats. Full services are provided including a choice of cafes and restaurants, bathroom facilities, car hire, dock service, and more.

Contact Details:

• Phone: +66 (0) 7639 7908, +66 (0) 63 079 1559, +66 (0) 94 5362393 (Mary) 
• E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]
• Website: www.pyhmarina.com

Ao Po Grand Marina

Nestled in a prime location on the eastern side of Phuket, Ao Po Grand Marina is surrounded by stunning coastline, azure waters, and white sand beaches. The recently upgraded marina offers 24-hour security for all kind of boats and super-yachts up to 100 metres-plus. Twenty 46 metre alongside berths, 300 metre alongside berths for super-yachts, and two 400 amp power per pedestal have just been added.

Contact Details:

• Phone: +66 (0) 7633 6200, +66 (0) 85 794 7600, +66 (0) 91 034 9996 (Ryla) 
• E-mail : [email protected], [email protected]
• Website : www.aopograndmarina.com

Royal Phuket Marina

Opened in 2005, Royal Phuket Marina is Asia’s first world-class, state-of-the-art, fully integrated marina, residential and retail resort. The 350 berths complement luxury waterfront condos and villas. The berths range from 10-35 metres and are fully equipped with electricity, water, high-speed wireless broadband, TV, and telephones. The 60 tonne travel-lift with lifting bay is 16 metres deep and 5.8 metres wide. A unique concierge marina service takes care of residents and visiting yachts.

Contact Details:

• Phone: +66 (0) 7636 0811 – 2, +66 (0) 81 984 1127
• E-mail : [email protected], [email protected]
• Website : www.royalphuketmarina.com

Phuket Boat Lagoon

Phuket’s first marina has berthing for 180 yachts, a substantial and very busy hardstand area with three travel lifts, and a selection of houses, condominiums and a resort. This is the site of Phuket’s annual boat show (PIMEX), and the marina where most of Phuket’s yacht maintenance service and supply companies are based. The boat lagoon is centrally situated on Phuket’s east coast, 20 minutes from Phuket Airport.

Contact Details:

• Phone: +66 (0) 7623 9055, +66 (0) 7623 9680, +66 (0) 7623 9056
• E-mail : [email protected]
• Website : www.phuketboatlagoon.com

Sample Tour Packages

Northrop & Johnson Luxury Charter & Superyacht Sales Broker

Northrop & Johnson have a range of superyachts available for charter in Phuket, with itineraries starting at Yacht Haven Marina taking in Phang Nga Bay, Koh Hong, Koh Phi Phi and Koh Racha. Charter rates for their range of vessels, which sleep from 6 to 26 passengers, start at USD 25,000 per week.

www.northropandjohnson.com/destinations/thailand

Ocean Emerald

Welcome onboard Yacht Mia Kai, a 135 ft yacht with 7 crew, for luxury charters around Phuket islands. Luxury motor yacht Mia Kai has a Jacuzzi on the flybridge, two jet skis, water skis, three kayaks, scuba diving equipment, fishing equipment, waterslide and towable toys and a professional captain and crew, including a five-star chef.

Full Day Charter rate for up to 50 guests: THB 750,000 

www.asiayachtagency.com

Luxury Motor yacht Mia Kai

This luxury motor yacht is a seriously stylish charter yacht, offering a huge flybridge with jacuzzi, BBQ area, dining area and sunbeds. The yacht has a well-appointed saloon with adequate seating and space for relaxing with music system and 50 inch flat screen TV.

With 4 cabins, charters range from EUR 69,000 to EUR 79,000 per week.

www.yachtcharterfleet.com/luxury-charter-yacht-22747/mia-kai.htm

Nearby islands and attractions

Phuket is among the world’s finest beach destinations, with palm-fringed fine white sand, glittering seas and lively towns. The island caters for a array of tastes and budgets, with hundreds of hotels to choose from, an eclectic choice of dining and plenty of partying options. Aside from visiting the fantastic attractions of Thailand’s biggest island, you can take a trip to the many nearby tropical islands.

Koh Phi Phi

The Phi Phi Islands are a small group of islands generally referred to as one: Koh Phi Phi, not far from Phuket. Famous for white sandy beaches and fringing coral reef, the main island of Phi Phi Don has several resorts, while the smaller Phi Phi Lai is a popular day trip destination from both Phi Phi Don and Phuket itself.

Railay and Phra Nang Beach

Phra Nang Beach is the southern strip of sand in Railay Bay in Krabi Province, a 20-minute long-tail boat trip from Ao Nang, or 10 minutes by foot from Railay East. The beach features soft white sand, clear shallow water for safe swimming, pretty fringing reef, with two small islands nearby (Koh Rang Nok and Nai), and caves to explore. All this set against a backdrop of picturesque limestone cliffs very popular for rock climbing. 

Similan Islands

The Similan Islands National Park is an archipelago in the southern Andaman Sea, very popular for snorkelling and scuba diving. Open to public between October to May, the islands can be reached by day trip from Phuket the islands are a popular destination for yacht charters.

Racha Islands

These two islands Racha Yai Island and Racha Noi are located around 12km south of Phuket, popular for day trips, with picturesque white sandy beaches and great snorkelling and scuba diving on the fringing reefs.

Krabi

Krabi is around 2.5 hours drive from Phuket airport, a province characterized by craggy, sheer limestone cliffs, dense mangrove forests, and more than a hundred offshore islands.

Koh Kai

Koh Khai is a group of three tiny islands just 15 minutes speedboat ride from Phuket’s east coast; Koh Khai Nai, Khai Nai Island and Koh Khai Nok. Khai Nai and Koh Khai Nok are the most popular, their white sandy beaches peppered with small bars, beach chairs and umbrellas where you can sit and relax for the day.

Koh Rok

Famous for snorkelling, scuba diving as well as camping, Koh Rok is part of Mu Koh Lanta Marine National Park. The name applies to the twin islands of Koh Rok Nai and Koh Rok Nok which are about 200m apart, surrounded by beautiful fringing coral.

Mai Khao Beach 

Mai Khao Beach is the longest beach on Phuket. Mai Khao Beach is on the northwest coast of Phuket. This 11-km-long straight beach is still relatively undeveloped as it’s part of the Sirinat National Park.

Naiyang Beach

Not far from Mai Khao Beach, Naiyang beach is famous mainly because it is under the approach path for Phuket Airport, so the subject of many selfies with low-flying planes.

Surin Beach

Surin Beach is one of Phuket most beautiful bays, with a white sandy beach, clear water and several small Thai style restaurants.

Blue Tree Phuket

Blue Tree Lagoon is Phuket’s first man-made, eco-friendly, freshwater lagoon tailor made for every type of enjoyable water activity…and a lot more besides.

Khao Rang View Point

Khao Rang Hill is a popular viewpoint at the top of the hill behind Phuket town, with panoramic views of Phuket, it’s a romantic spot to watch the sunset.

Karon View Point

Karon View Point is located at the top of the mountain near Karon Beach. The vista opens up into the distance all the way to Big Kata, Little Kata and Karon Bay. With a clear view all the way to Phuket’s skyline, it is one of the most popular points to watch the sunset.

Promthep Cape

Promthep Cape is the southern-most point of Phuket. Due to its location and southern facing views, it offers a picturesque view of the Andaman Sea.

Phuket Old Town

Lively Phuket Old Town is known for brightly painted, century-old Sino-Portuguese townhouses, with a well-preserved row along Soi Rommanee.

Chalong Temple

Wat Chalong, the largest, most revered and most visited Buddhist temple in Phuket was built at the beginning of the 19th century and is one of the must-see places in Phuket.

Getting to Phuket

By Air: 1.5 hours from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang International Airports.

• Thai Airways Tel. 02-356-1111
• Thai Smile Tel. 02-118-8888
• Bangkok Airways Tel. 02-134-3895
• Air Asia Tel. 02-515-9999
• Nok Air Tel. 02-088-8955
• Thai Lion Air Tel. 02-142-9988, 02-529-9999
• Vietjet Air Tel. 02-089-1909

By Car: Take Highway 4 from Bangkok, passing through Nakhorn Pathom, Ratchaburi, Phetchaburi, Prachuapkhirikan, Chumphon, Ranong and Phang Nga.

By Bus: Travel time is 12 hours from Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal. For more ticket information: 02-026-1150 and Phuket Bus Terminal: 076-211-480

Marinas in The Gulf of Thailand

A recent surge in the development of marina facilities in the Gulf of Thailand has opened up this aquatic playground to a much wider audience. The improved and expanded marina facilities and increased number of yachts available for charter will see the kingdom firmly placed in the international cruising yacht community.

Koh Chang, Trat

Siam Royal View Marina

Located south of Chang Noi Beach in the estuary that flows from the Khlong Son River into Klong Son Bay, the Siam Royal View Marina provides access to a wide range of water sports and other activities as well as gourmet restaurants and a 9-hole golf course.

Dive Charter Packages:

Half Day 1-dive trip. 13 NM (Hin Sam Sao)
THB 27,500 + Dive Master & Equipment

Two Dive trip – 40 NM (MS Chang wreck and Hin Luk Bat/Hin Rap)
THB 49,000 + Dive Master & Equipment

Full Day Two Dive Trip – 80 NM (Hin Phut & Hin Alhambra)
THB 64,000 + Dive Master & Equipment

Private Charters:

Mini Cruise: THB 27,500 (2-3 hours)

• Morning Cruise: 9.00 am
• Afternoon Cruise: 1.00 pm
• Sunset Cruise: 4.00 pm

Itineraries (include one stop for swimming and snorkeling)

1. Two Islands, Koh Chang Noi, Koh Mapring
2. Two Beaches, White Sands Beach, Koh Chang Noi Beach

Half Day Cruise: THB 33,000 (3 hours, starts at 9.00 am)

Itineraries (two or three stops swimming and snorkeling)

1. Three islands, Koh Chang Noi, Koh Mapring & Koh Yuak
2. Three Beaches, White Sands Beach, Koh Chang Noi Beach, Koh Yuak Beach

Full Day Cruise: THB 57,000 (6 hours, starts at 9.30 am) plus National Park Fee THB 200 per person.

Itinerary:

1. Koh Rang, Koh Mak, return east or west coast
2. Possible Koh Mak locations: Ao Soun Yai, Laem Son, 
3. Koh Kham, Koh Rayang, Koh Kradad

**entrance fee for Koh Kham, Koh Kradad, Koh Rayang is 150 Baht per person.

Contact Details:

Phone: +66 (0) 3955 5144, +66 (0) 8 9474 4335, +66 (0) 8 1782 5415 (Por)
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Website: siam-royal-view.com/

Koh Chang Marina and Resort

Located near the southern tip of the main island, the Koh Chang Marina and Resort provides marina facilities which include launching, retrieving wet and dry berths, supplies, and maintenance.

Contact Details:

Phone: +66 (0) 3955 3055, +66 (0) 8 1782 6040, +66 (0) 8 1762 8082 (Pom)
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Website: kohchangmarina.com

Island Spirit Charters Thailand

This weekly charter boat service is available during October to April only. Suitable for private yacht charters.

Contact Details:

Phone : +66 (0) 3823 7752, +66 (0) 8 1813 8023 (Fiw)
Email: [email protected]
Website: yachtcharterthailand.com/kohchang

Nearby Tourist Attractions:

• White Sand Beach
• SUP Station Koh Chang
• Klong Plu Waterfall
• Kaibae View Point
• Tree Top Adventure Park
• Koh Mak

Getting to Koh Chang

By Car

From Bangkok to Ao Thammachat Pier, Trat: approximately 320 kilometers via Srinakarin Motorway (7) – Amphoe Ban Bueng (344) – Amphoe Klaeng (3) – Chanthaburi (3) – Trat (3. Turn right at the Saen Tung intersection, then follow Provincial Highway 3156. Total travel time is approximately 4 hours, 30 minutes.

By Air

Trat Airport is a one-hour flight from From Suvarnabhumi Airport. Road transfer to Ao Thammachat Pier, 15 minutes. A shuttle service from Trat airport to Koh Chang accommodation is available. For more information call: 039-525-767).

By Bus

Bus service from Bangkok to Trat is available at Ekamai Bus Station and takes 5 hours. From Trat Bus Station, a 45-minute shuttle service is available to Ao Thammachat Pier. For more information call to 08-9608-8623. From the pier, take the ferry service to Koh Chang, and a mini-bus service to your chosen accommodation.

Ferry Services to Koh Chang

1. Ao Thammachat Pier Tel. 08-1943-5872
2. Center Point Tel. 08-6304-2726 

Ferry service from 6.00 am to 7.00 pm, with vessels departing once per hour. Fare for 4-wheel vehicles is THB 120 (return fare THB 240) and THB 80 per person (return fare THB 160).

Pattaya, Chon Buri

Ocean Marina Yacht Club, Pattaya

Established in 1995, Ocean Marina Yacht Club stands out as one of Asia’s largest marinas, one of the few that offers full facilities for yachts. The marina, one of the largest in Asia, offers superb accommodation and marina facilities, with an exclusive yacht club and a choice of 5-star hotels.

Phone : 038-237-427, 085-248-3216
Email: [email protected]
Website : oceanmarinayachtclub.com 

Available Yacht Charters

Touch DK Service Co Ltd

Pattaya Full Day Trip.
Touch DK Service provides a full day trip every day from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Adults: THB 2,900, children from 3 to 12 years THB 1,450 and children under 3 free of charge.

Contact: K. Wachiraporn Yuenthon (Ann) +66 (0) 9 4410 0489
Email: [email protected]
Website: facebook.com/touchdkyachtpattaya

Ocean Escape Yacht Charters

Ocean Escape Yacht Charters has a range of yachts and catamarans available for full day (8 hours) and half day (4 hours) charters and sunset cruises. Vessels range in size from 39 ft to 63 ft, ranging in price for a half day charter, from THB 18,000 to THB 45,000, and 25,000 baht to THB 65,000 for a full day charter.

Contact: K. Boat +66 (0) 8 3198 3939
Website: oceanescapecharter.com

Seascape Exclusive Yacht Provider

A range of package tours are available:

4 Hours: THB 30,000 – Koh Khram and Koh Ped
6 Hours: THB 40,000 – Koh Khram to Koh Ped or Koh Rin
8 Hours: THB 50,000 – Koh Khram to Koh Ped or Koh Pai to Koh Rin

Address: 187/114 m.7 Bangsaray Sattahip Chonburi 20250, Thailand.
Phone: 092-981-9999 / 084-519-4653 / 062-264-6491
Email: [email protected]
Website: seascapepattaya.com

Water Activities

Nearby water activities include parasailing, wind surfing, jet skis and sailing.

Amara Water Sport
Phone: 099-239-3642
facebook.com/amarawatersports

Club Loongchat
Phone: 081-340-2180
facebook.com/clubloongchat

Nearby Tourist Attractions

• Koh Sichang
• Sanctuary of Truth
• Koh Lan
• Nongnooch Garden
• Khram Yai Island
• Koh Kram

Getting to Chon Buri:

By Car:

Chon Buri is approximately 150km from Bangkok using the Sirat Expressway. Total travel time is approximately 2 hours to pier.