Discover Asia’s Mystique with a Yacht Charter in Thailand

For most European travellers, Thailand is an enigma shrouded in mystery, perfect for a change of scenery. It also has great potential as a sailing destination. With its breathtaking views and crystal clear waters, it’s a boating paradise – if you know where to go, that is. For these reasons, we have added a significant number of Thailand-based boats on our platform. So here’s our selection of Thailand’s best sailing attractions.

Khao Phing Kan, a place of Hollywood fame

The steep cliffs of Ko Tapu near the islands of Khao Phing Kan have appeared in no less than two James Bond films. First, as the backdrop for Roger Moore’s hunt for the villain Scaramanga in “The Man with the Golden Gun”. And the nearby islet of Phang Na was featured in “Tomorrow Never Dies”, starring Pierce Brosnan. The 2004 tsunami seriously damaged this stunning corner of Thailand. Local authorities took matters into their own hands to preserve its unique beauty, regulating access to Jo Tapu. It’s nevertheless still possible for visitors eager to feast their eyes on a unique sample of mother nature’s artistic prowess to visit.

Ao Phang Na National Park, perfect for island-hopping with a yacht charter in Thailand

Right in the middle of the Ao Phang Na National Park is Ko Tapu, an ideal place to start a yacht charter in Thailand. It’s a 400 square kilometre area with more than 40 limestone islands to explore. It’s a mystical place, with blue-emerald waters, perfect for island-hopping. The park also lends itself to caving or kayaking!

Ko Phi Phi, the hippie gem

Ko Phi Phi is another Thai gem featured in a famous movie, “The Beach“, starring Leonardo DiCaprio. The film, based on the homonymous book, represented a whole generation fed up with Western consumerism and looking for meaning in the purity of Asia. With its raw natural beauty, Ko Phi Phi beach, southeast of Phuket, was the inevitable background to represent this theme. Today, the beach is admittedly quite touristy, but its allure outshines the film’s fame. Caves, lagoons, remote beaches, snorkelling spots and marvellous trekking itineraries: a combination rare for any sailing destination in Asia. With a yacht charter in Thailand, you can explore the remotest corners of Ko Phi Phi at your own pace. Don’t forget to take some sunscreen – the Thai sun is unforgiving!

Ko Samui, a spiritual experience

Ko Samui manages to be exciting and dazzling at the same time. With a range of tourist attractions, you’ll be spoilt for choice between the golf courses, local markets, Buddhist relics or deserted coves. The temple of Wat Phra Yai is home to Big Buddha, a 12-metre statue honouring the Buddhist spiritual leader. As for more prosaic pleasures, we recommend a boat tour of Ko Samui, including snorkelling, and fish tasting on your boat.

Similan Islands

An ideal spot for snorkelling, the Similan islands form an archipelago north of Phuket. The tropical vegetation and turquoise waters may remind you of the Caribbean. With a yacht charter in Phuket, you can set off on an island-hopping trip and discover these stunning islands, full of picturesque fishing villages.

Karon Beach, a peal of exquisite natural beauty

It’s all fine and dandy once you are in a sunny place like Thailand, but water sports lovers expect something more. Well, an ideal place for that sort of thing is Karon Beach. It offers a safe docking spot next to one of the country’s most beautiful beaches. It also lends itself to night diving. As for leisure, there is a range of restaurants and bars to choose from. By all means, the perfect place to end your yacht charter in Thailand on a high note!