Sailing routes in Thailand
Thailand is a tropical charter with bases on Phuket: a week takes in Phang Nga Bay with its limestone cliffs, the Phi Phi islands and Krabi in short legs over sheltered water. On the east coast there is a base on Koh Samui with the Ang Thong islands. The monsoons set the weather: in the Andaman Sea the season runs November to April, while May to October brings the south-west monsoon and rain; Samui is the reverse, dry in summer and wet in November–December. The fleet is mostly catamarans, and nights are spent at anchor.
Thailand
When is the best time to charter a yacht in Thailand?
In Phuket and the Andaman Sea the season runs November to April, with the best weather December to February. May to October brings the south-west monsoon: rain and swell, cheaper boats. Samui is the reverse: dry in summer, wet in November–December.
Which sailing route should I pick in Thailand?
Sailing routes in Thailand, planned day by day: “Phuket — Phang Nga”, 7 days, about 110 nautical miles; “Phuket — Phi Phi”, 7 days, about 130 nautical miles; “Phuket — Similan”, 7 days, about 170 nautical miles; “Phuket — Langkawi”, 8 days, about 180 nautical miles. Each route page has the legs, miles and overnight stops.
Do I need a licence to charter a yacht?
For a bareboat charter (no skipper or crew provided), yes: a skipper's licence and, as a rule, a VHF radio certificate. Without a licence, we add a skipper, paid separately from the boat price.
What is the security deposit and how is it paid?
The security deposit is your insurance excess in case of damage, usually €1,000–8,000. It is taken at the base at check-in on a credit card issued outside Russia: charter companies don't accept Russian cards or debit cards. With a hired skipper the deposit terms may be different, and not every charter company accepts a cash deposit or deposit insurance: check with the manager.
