WHY GO BOATING?

A day out on a boat is one of the most memorable things you can do in Phuket and it sure is the best way to get away from it all! You probably will not see many other boats out on the water and, depending on where you decide to go to, few or no other people. Fur-thermore, boats have high standards of cleanliness, which exceed recommended health standards, due to the much smaller area and limited number of people.

WHERE CAN WE GO?

Short distances between islands around Phuket, calm seas and a tropical climate provide ideal yachting conditions. Either explore some of the many quiet, pretty beaches and beautiful bays around Phuket or visit famous places like Phi Phi Island at your leisure. Phang Nga Bay offers an amazing landscape with towering limestone cliffs and a visit to Krabi’s ‘hongs’ is an interesting adven-ture. From December, the Similan Islands northwest of Phuket, are popular with scuba divers. The choice is yours.

WHAT CAN WE DO?

Relax, sunbathe, swim and snorkel enjoying colourful underwater life. Most boats carry snorkeling and fishing gear for your use. Bigger yachts have a whole range of watersports equipment such as kayaks, water skis, towable donuts and other toys. You can stay on board, have fun with the water toys or go ashore for a walk on deserted, white sandy beaches.

HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN WE BRING?

Depending on the boat’s size the number of guests can vary from 2 to 20 or more. For example, a 13-meter motorboat can comfortably carry 6, and a sailing catamaran of that size 12-15 guests. A 25-meter boat can easily host 12 guests without feeling crowded. And if you celebrate a special anniversary or event, we’ll find you a superyacht which can accommodate 40 to 50 party guests!

WHERE WILL WE SLEEP?

Luxury superyachts are as comfortable as 5-star villas and have air-conditioned staterooms with private toilet and shower. Some may have a Jacuzzi, massage therapist, a private wine cellar and maybe even a home cinema and helipad. There is no limit to luxury on yachts. You will be comfortable, whether you stay for one or several days.

HOW CAN WE TRY BOATING?

Just like renting a car, you can rent a boat for the day, for an overnight trip or even longer. It doesn’t matter if you have never sailed or never even have set foot on a boat before. A charter boat comes with a qualified captain and usually one or more crew. You do not have to do anything other than get on board, sit back and relax, while your captain is taking you to beautiful destinations.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

A Phuket yacht charter varies in price depending on type and size of the boat, facilities and so on. It can be surprisingly afford-able and an experience worth every Baht. Price for a day out on a motorboat can start anywhere between 30,000 and 100,000 Baht. Or opt for a weekend with 6 guests on a 13-meter sailing catamaran for 100,000 Baht, with one night on board and all meals included. Some superyachts offer ‘residential’ packages with a 50% discount on normal rates!

WHAT’S MY FIRST STEP?

Send us an email or text with the date you would like to go out, with how many people and for how many days you would like to cruise. Whether you want to go fishing by yourself, have a family hol-iday, or just have nice day out on the water with a group of friends or colleagues, we will find you the perfect choice for a wonderful (long or short) boating holiday!

Northrop & Johnson can take care of all logistics besides yacht charter, such as limousine rental, hotel reservations and pri-vately guided tours or activities. Contact us now for free information.

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