Sailing Thailand - Phuket to Phuket
7 days
from Phuket to Phuket
From
$ 1487
Duration7 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.
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Duration: 7 daysService level: Standard
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Starts in: PhuketPhysical Grading: Average
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Ends in: PhuketAges: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Phuket/Phang Nga Bay
Meet at 'The Living Room' restaurant to begin the adventure.
In the afternoon, sail towards the Northern Phuket Islands. Choose to go on a dinghy exploration, relax on the deck, or enjoy for an evening swim under the stars.
In the afternoon, sail towards the Northern Phuket Islands. Choose to go on a dinghy exploration, relax on the deck, or enjoy for an evening swim under the stars.
Meet in Phuket in the early afternoon. Enjoy sailing and stopping for a swim before an overnight stay in a remote location.
The marina is approximately 15 minutes by taxi from Phuket airport. Please check the joining instructions section for directions. Meet in Phuket at the 'The Living Room' restaurant at The Yacht Haven Marina at 3pm.
Meals: D
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.
In the evening, anchor amongst the limestone island scenery, enjoy an optional local dinner, and get a taste of Railay's nightlife.
Visit Khao Phing Kan – popularly known as "James Bond Island." Afterwards, set sail for idyllic Railay Beach. Enjoy free time and opt for dinner in Railay.
Meals: B, L
Day 3: Railay Beach/Ko Ha Yai
Anchor up early in the morning and sail towards Ko Ha Yai.
If time allows, stop at Ko Maa en route for some snorkelling. Enjoy an included and overnight at Ko Ha Yai.
If time allows, stop at Ko Maa en route for some snorkelling. Enjoy an included and overnight at Ko Ha Yai.
Depart for Ko Ha Yai, part of a national park, early in the morning and enjoy time in this pristine location.
End place: Ko Ha Yai
Meals: B, L, D
Day 4: Ko Ha Yai/Ko Phi Phi
Start place: Ko Ha Yai
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.
Depending on weather conditions, spend the evening anchored off of this beautiful beach or head to Ko Phi Phi for a bit of nightlife.
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. Enjoy sailing and stopping for a swim before an overnight stay in a remote location.
As this is a combination tour, some of your "crew" may depart today and you may be joined by some new travelling companions in the afternoon.
End place: Ko Phi Phi Lee
Meals: B, D
Day 5: Ko Phi Phi/Ko Raja Noi
Start place: Ko Phi Phi Lee
After an early morning visit to Maya Bay and Leonardo's Paradise, where "The Beach" was filmed, 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.
Overnight at Ko Raja Noi.
After a visit to iconic Maya Bay, sail to the remote island of Raja Noi and enjoy time for snorkelling amongst stunning marine life, kayaking, or swimming. Relax with a lunch break on the picturesque beach.
Part of the Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park, including Maya Bay, will be closed from June 1 to September 30, 2018 on the orders of Thailand's Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) as part of a four-month rejuvenation program. None of our departures will be affected by the closure.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 6: Koh Raja Noi/Koh Yao Yai
Start place: Ko Racha Noi
If time permits and the group is interested, opt for a visit to Koh Khai Nai en route to Koh Yao Yai.
Overnight at Koh Yao Yai.
Overnight at Koh Yao Yai.
Sail to the island of Koh Yao Yai. Opt to enjoy a group dinner on the island.
End place: Ko Yao Yai
Meals: B, L
Day 7: Koh Yao Yai/Phuket
Start place: Ko Yao Yai
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.
The tour ends on arrival into Yacht Haven Marina.
Sail into the harbour just before lunch. The tour ends on arrival.
End place: Phuket
Meals: B
Inclusions
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, Ko Phi Phi Don, Southern Phuket Islands, Ko Yao Yai, and Ko Khai Nai
- Snorkelling equipment and two kayaks
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Transport
25m (82 ft) sailing catamaran -
Accommodation
2 deluxe double cabins, 7 standard twin/double cabins, All en suite cabins with air conditioning (6 nts)