Hiring a sailboat is the ideal way to explore the hidden beauty of Phuket, the largest island in Thailand. Phuket has stunning beaches with tropical sunshine year-round and has become South-East Asia’s yachting center. With a private sailing trip, you can enjoy an unforgettable vacation and explore deserted beaches and bays. Phuket has several marinas where you can find the ideal sailboat of your choice. You can directly contact the owners of the vessels for the ideal sailboat, or simply allow a BednBlue travel expert to guide you with some suggestions.
You have plenty of options:
You can book and hire a sailboat with a skipper, or without if you own a license, and enjoy a one-day cruise to the Phi Phi Islands. With the option to rent a sailboat, you can tour various beaches you desire with ease. Banana Beach on the West coast of Phuket is highly recommended. Finally, you can hire a luxury sailboat and go island hopping in Phuket, making sure to include many more beautiful destinations like Krabi on your week-long cruise in the Andaman Sea.
Phuket is known as the ‘Pearl of the South. It is an incredibly beautiful destination in Thailand that spreads 570 sq km in the Andaman Sea. Besides being one of the best cruising areas in Asia, the island has a rich historical past. Merchants and traders from Portugal, Britain, and France traveled to Phuket in search of its natural resources. Tin in particular was a major contributor to its wealth. The island was also a trading post for various ethnic tribes, including Arabs, Indians, and Chinese. Today, you can also visit temples and architecture that have been heavily influenced by the Chinese. A particularly interesting monument is the Sea Dragon of Hai Leng Ong. This attraction site follows a Chinese legend where Phuket is a golden sea dragon with its sole duty to protect the Indian Ocean. Another beautiful landmark is the Big Buddha statue that stands 140 feet atop the Nakkerd Hills. You can also take a moment to admire the beautiful landscape from the hill and take in the panoramic views of Phuket. Phuket is also known for its lively towns and busy markets. One of the main reasons for the rise in tourism in Thailand in the 20th century is that Phuket is a hotspot for all sorts of activities. Nightlife, restaurants, bars, festivals, and stunning beaches all create one of the biggest party capitals in Asia. You can be one of the many visitors and rent a sailboat away from the city of Phuket. This way, you will discover stunning beaches and islands for an even more liberating experience.
At the southern tip of Thailand, a private sailing trip in Phuket will allow you to explore the Phi Phi Islands. These islands attract thousands of snorkelers, offering them the opportunity to discover a multitude of coral dive sites. The largest island is Phi Phi Don, it is the only one that is inhabited and is surrounded by two large bays covered in tropical plant life. Tonsai bay is a known pier where sailboats drop anchor in the deserted bays. An overnight charter is also possible in this scenic paradise. There is nothing like enjoying a sunset from the deck of your sailing yacht. Moreover, since the Phi Phi Islands are nearby Phuket, you have the perfect chance to enjoy a wonderful day trip.
You cannot miss visiting Phang Nga Bay on a day trip with a sailboat in Phuket. The bay is dotted with over 100 islands and 400 square kilometers of National Park. You can explore breathtaking bays, tunnels, and secret caves. Koh Tapu island is also known as James Bond Island (where the movie The Golden Gun was shot), leading to circular Hongs and is ideal for a comfortable day cruise. The scenery is simply stunning. Rock pillars, bridges, and vistas of outcrops rise from the seawater. You will also be part of an entirely new ecosystem of angelfish, dolphins, manta rays, and interesting marine life that spawn out of the shimmering blue surface.
20 km from Phuket, you can also enjoy a day cruise to the Racha islands. The bigger island is Koh Racha Yai and Koh Racha Noi is the smaller one. A sailing excursion to these islands is highly recommended. Numerous reefs allow you to spot pods of Dolphins, lizards, and much more marine life from a respectable distance. Batok Bay on the Northwest coast has a beautiful beach and resort where you can stop for lunch. That is not all, many sandy beaches offer a wonderful escape from the crowds. Moreover, the Racha islands are a great stop before heading to the Phi Phi Islands, hence, you can create your special two-day itinerary. The West coast of Phuket is a perfect charter destination. For those seeking a short day trip, Banana Beach has it all. It is a fish-feeding location with an open-air restaurant, which is not so crowded and great for practicing water sports. Of course, there are many sheltered bays and secluded beaches on the west coast and they are easily accessible from any of the marinas in Chalong.
You can also rent a sailboat in Phuket with a skipper and discover Krabi, one of the best destinations in all of Thailand. For a week cruise, you can combine all the destinations mentioned earlier and add the area of Krabi to your island-hopping experience. Whether you choose to settle for a romantic getaway or snorkel and dive in complete isolation, Krabi is a tropical paradise of all sorts. Ao Nang, Rai Lei Beach, and Pranang Cave Beach are arguably the top swimming spots to add to your bucket list. You will definitely want to stay more in Krabi thanks to its many beaches, islands, caves, and splendid views. Finally, to generally avoid covering the hidden gems of Phuket within a short time frame, we recommend hiring a sailboat with a skipper for a week or two.
Below you will find some useful information for your sailboat rentals in Phuket, Thailand.
Yacht Haven Marina Phuket: Located on the northeast coast of Thailand, with a maximum capacity of 158 berths available. There are also superyacht pontoons, housing vessels that can go up to 60 m in length. It is one of the busiest marinas in the region, also because of its close proximity to the airport and only a 30-minute drive to the town. The Marina offers a good selection of leisure amenities and facilities, including a world-class golf course and excellent hotels.
Ao Grand Pro Marina Phuket: A 300-berth marina with a minimum depth of 3 m for vessels. The marina is located on the eastern coast of Phuket and is a gateway to Phang Nga Bay. The marina has a powerful fuel dock that can accommodate superyachts, yacht service shops, eateries, and bars.
Royal Phuket Marina: A state-of-the-art marina and a proud holder of the 5 Gold Anchor Award. The marina is situated on the east coast of Phuket and is a good starting point for Phang Nga Bay. There is 24-hour security for all vessels and a water and electricity supply for all vessels. International hospitals are 20 minutes away and ATMs are nearby as well.
Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina: Located in the center of Phuket island and offers 180 berths in an area that stretches over 100 acres. The marina is 15 km from Patong beaches and offers 24-hour security. There is a supermarket, fitness center, dental clinic, restaurants, swimming pools, and an array of coffee shops and bars within the marina zone.
The Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina is 20 km from the airport and only 8 km from Phuket Town.
Krabi Boat Lagoon Marina: The marina can berth up to 80 vessels and there is 24-hour security. It is located in the Krabi region of Phuket and you will find free WI-FI internet access and a workshop for boat maintenance. Pubs, bars, nightclubs, and local markets are within easy reach.
The International Airport of Phuket is only 15 minutes away and the Phi Phi Islands are about 40 minutes away by boat.
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