Thailand Itineraries: Sample Yacht Charter Routes

Thailand’s diverse coastline lends itself to a variety of charter durations and routes. Below are three signature itineraries showcasing the best of both the Andaman Sea and the Gulf.

10-Day Grand Andaman Loop (Phuket Round-Trip)

An ambitious voyage covering the full spectrum of the Andaman Sea – from Phang Nga’s karst cathedrals to the far-south islands of Koh Lipe, plus the remote Similan and Surin archipelagos.

Day 1: Phuket to Phang Nga Bay

Board your yacht at a Phuket marina and cruise northeast into Phang Nga Bay. Explore James Bond Island, kayak through hidden hongs and sea caves, and visit the floating village of Koh Panyee. Anchor overnight amid limestone silhouettes for a gourmet seafood dinner on deck.

Day 2: Krabi Islands (Railay and Koh Hong)

Cruise southeast to the Krabi coastline. Go ashore at Railay Beach for a walk beneath towering cliffs, then visit Koh Hong’s breathtaking interior lagoon by tender. Afternoon snorkelling off Koh Hong’s reef before a beach barbecue near Chicken Island at sunset.

Day 3: Phi Phi Islands

Arrive at Phi Phi Leh for an early visit to Maya Bay before crowds. Float in Pileh Lagoon, snorkel at Loh Sama Bay, and explore Phi Phi Don. Hike to the iconic viewpoint for a panoramic sunset over the twin bays.

Day 4: Phi Phi to Koh Lipe

A full day of cruising south through the Andaman Sea. Stop at Hin Daeng for a mid-voyage dive if conditions allow. Arrive at Koh Lipe in time for a spectacular sunset over Tarutao National Park.

Day 5: Koh Lipe and Tarutao

Snorkel the coral gardens around Koh Adang and Koh Jabang. Enjoy a gourmet picnic on uninhabited Koh Rawi, hike to Koh Adang’s panoramic viewpoint, and beachcomb the black-pebble shore of Koh Hin Ngam.

Day 6: Racha Islands

Cruise back north to the Racha Islands for brilliant-blue snorkelling at Ao Patok bay. Lazy afternoon with water toys, then anchor off Phuket’s southern tip for a farewell-to-the-south sunset at Promthep Cape.

Day 7: Phuket to Similan Islands

Early departure northwest toward the Similans. Anchor at Donald Duck Bay on Koh Similan, snorkel the pristine reefs, and hike to Sail Rock viewpoint. Dive or night-snorkel the reef after dark under zero light pollution.

Day 8: Similan and Surin Islands

Dawn dive at the legendary Richelieu Rock, then cruise to the Surin Islands. Snorkel Ao Chong Kaad’s staghorn coral fields, visit the Moken sea-gypsy village, and enjoy an evening BBQ under the Milky Way.

Day 9: Surin to Phuket

Final sunrise in the Surins, then cruise south to Phuket with a cooking class en route. Stop at Koh Khai or Koh Rang Yai for a last swim before entering the marina for a farewell evening on Phuket.

Day 10: Disembark in Phuket

Final breakfast on deck, crew farewells, and transfer to the airport or hotel.

7-Day Andaman Highlights (Phuket Round-Trip)

A week-long itinerary covering the most celebrated Andaman destinations.

Day 1: Phuket → Phang Nga Bay and Krabi

James Bond Island, sea-cave kayaking, and Railay Beach with rock-climbing opportunities. Anchor off the Krabi coast.

Day 2: Krabi → Phi Phi Islands

Koh Hong lagoon, then sail to Phi Phi for Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, and snorkelling at Monkey Beach.

Day 3: Phi Phi → Similan Islands

Morning at Phi Phi, then a longer passage to the Similans. Afternoon snorkelling and Sail Rock viewpoint.

Day 4: Similan Islands

Full day of world-class diving and snorkelling: East of Eden, Elephant Head Rock, and beach time on Koh Similan.

Day 5: Similans → Surin Islands

Cruise to Surin for pristine reefs, Moken village visit, and a possible Richelieu Rock dive.

Day 6: Surin → Racha Islands

Return south via the Racha Islands. Aquarium-clear snorkelling, beach barbecue, and water sports.

Day 7: Racha → Phuket

Final swim at Coral Island, then cruise to Phuket for disembarkation.

5-Day Gulf of Thailand Explorer (Koh Samui Round-Trip)

A refined Gulf itinerary covering Ang Thong Marine Park, Koh Tao, Sail Rock, and Koh Phangan.

Day 1: Samui → Ang Thong Marine Park

Kayak hidden lagoons, swim in jade-green coves, and watch sunset from the flybridge.

Day 2: Ang Thong → Koh Tao

Snorkel Japanese Gardens and Mango Bay; divers drop on Koh Tao’s celebrated reefs. Evening at anchor under a star-filled sky.

Day 3: Koh Tao → Sail Rock → Koh Phangan

Dive Sail Rock’s pelagic playground, then cruise to Koh Phangan’s east-coast bays for a beach-firepit evening.

Day 4: Koh Phangan → Koh Tan and Koh Madsum

Shallow-reef snorkelling at Koh Tan, beach time on Koh Madsum with its famous photogenic pigs, and chef’s catch-of-the-day barbecue.

Day 5: Koh Tan → Samui

Final morning swim, bow coffee with Samui’s hills ahead, and a smooth glide back to the marina.