Yacht charter Pattaya places you on Thailand’s eastern Gulf seaboard – a resort city just 90 minutes from Bangkok where the crescent of Pattaya Bay glitters beneath a skyline of waterfront hotels, the quieter shores of Jomtien stretch southward past seafood restaurants grilling whole red snapper over charcoal, and the nearby islands of Koh Larn and Koh Sak offer sheltered turquoise coves that feel a world away from the mainland’s energy. Pattaya draws from Thailand’s fleet of over 50 charter yachts: 68′–98′ motor yachts that reach Koh Larn in under an hour from Ocean Marina, 100′+ superyachts suited to corporate entertaining with the city skyline as a backdrop, and 55′+ catamarans perfect for the calm, reef-fringed anchorages of Koh Sak and Koh Krok.
November to April is peak season – dry north-east monsoon weather, 28–31°C temperatures, and calm Gulf seas. The shoulder months of May and October bring warmer water, occasional afternoon showers, and more competitive pricing. Daily rates start from approximately $3,500/day, climbing to $7,500+/day on latest-model yachts above 78′, plus 7% Thai VAT and 30–35% APA for fuel, provisions, and island fees. Pattaya’s distinctive advantage is proximity to Bangkok – no other Thai charter base lets you step off an international flight, transfer by road in 90 minutes, and be aboard a yacht cruising to a tropical island before lunch, making it ideal for short corporate getaways, weekend escapes, and event charters that combine city convenience with island relaxation.
Explore Ocean Marina logistics, Gulf island anchorages, and seasonal planning in our detailed Pattaya destination guide.
Browse curated Pattaya charter itineraries linking Koh Larn, Koh Sak, Koh Krok, and the passage south to Koh Samet.
The grid above showcases yachts available for Pattaya charters from Thailand’s fleet of over 50 vessels – motor yachts from 68′, superyachts over 100′, and catamarans from 55′. Weekly rates start from approximately $24,500. Use the filters to narrow by type, guest capacity, length, or rate, and once you’ve shortlisted your favourites, Boatcrowd’s charter specialists can arrange Ocean Marina berths, Bangkok airport transfers, and bespoke Gulf itinerary design.
For the peak November–April season, four to six months’ lead time is recommended, especially over Christmas–New Year and during major Pattaya events like the International Music Festival (March). Corporate and event charters should be booked further ahead to secure specific vessel layouts. Shoulder-season Gulf charters in May or October can often be arranged two to three months in advance.
The base rate covers the yacht, professional crew, insurance, and standard on-board equipment including the tender and water toys. Fuel, provisions, beverages, island entry fees, and any excursions are funded through the APA (30–35% of the charter fee). Thai VAT at 7% applies to the base rate, and any unspent APA is refunded at the end of the voyage.
Pattaya is one of Thailand’s top event-charter locations. The 90-minute transfer from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport makes it exceptionally accessible for international groups, and motor yachts regularly host product launches, incentive trips, and corporate retreats with the Gulf islands as a backdrop. Boatcrowd’s specialists coordinate catering, AV, entertainment, and custom on-board branding.
Yes – Koh Samet lies roughly 50 nautical miles south-east, a comfortable day’s cruise, and offers quieter beaches and national-park snorkelling. Koh Chang, further east near the Cambodian border, is reachable on a multi-day coastal passage. Your Boatcrowd broker designs the routing, coordinates port fees, and ensures provisioning for longer Gulf itineraries.
