The Strait of Malacca is home to one of Thailand's most famous tourist attractions: Phang Nga Bay. Phang Nga Bay is the epitome of perfect Thailand, with its emerald waters, limestone karsts, colorful islets and drifting long-tailed boats. It's the stuff of movies, and it's no surprise that Phang Nga has been used as a film location in everything from James Bond to Star Wars. Spanning 400 square kilometers and offering breathtaking scenery, a marine national park, ancient cave paintings and a ton of incredible adventures, you can drop anchor and never want to leave. Highlights of Phang Nga Bay include exploring limestone karsts and intricate cave systems by traditional canoe. Don't miss a visit to the bright village of Koh Panyee, home to rock paintings. You'll also see colorful traditional boats, houses on stilts, market stalls and a glorious golden mosque. Phang Nga is also home to sumptuous resorts, tailor stores and James Bond Island excursions.
Forget the crowds and head for Krabi, where palm-fringed beaches breathe quietly beneath dazzling limestone cliffs. Krabi is exactly the Thai paradise you're looking for. Located in the Hat Noppharat Thara-Ko Phi Phi National Park, you'll be seduced by its pristine beaches and enticing little towns. Krabi is also home to the world-famous Phi Phi Islands, with their full-moon celebrations and long beaches made famous by Leonardo DiCaprio. Beyond the fame of the Phi Phi Islands, charter guests will find an assortment of salt and sun delights. Be sure to visit Koh Lanta, with its emerald jungle and peaceful sands - a stark contrast to Phi Phi's parties. Cruising these islands, you'll discover lively resorts, a rich culture, incredible cuisine, local encounters and truly special beaches.
Internationally acclaimed for its postcard-worthy panoramas and spectacular limestone cliffs, Raileh beach is a bucket-list item for anyone yachting in Thailand. With its powdery sand, swaying palm trees and pleasant turquoise waters, Raileh is a true paradise. The immediate surroundings are home to an infinite number of caves and coves, often frequented by playful monkeys, including spectacled langurs and macaques. Ideal for the most intrepid guests, this area of Krabi is known for its extreme sports opportunities, with activities such as diving, climbing and jungle trekking. Guests who prefer more relaxed activities can take advantage of the luxury facilities at nearby resorts.
Nestled between Krabi and Phuket, the untouched island of Koh Yao awaits you. Part of Phang Nga National Park, Koh Yao and Koh Yao Noi are pristine Thai delights. Emerald waters, soaring limestone cliffs and long-tailed boats perched on pristine white sands provide the backdrop for a stunning anchorage. Although not a secret destination, there are fewer tourists on Koh Yao, which means the island retains its authentic atmosphere. The warm, calm waters, the greenery draped over the cliffs and the small, secret beaches are sure to tempt holidaymakers to hike, swim or hire a scooter to wander and explore the surrounding area. For those who want to party, it's best to sail to another island. Koh Yao is synonymous with peace and tranquility, and socializing is limited to a cold beer in one of the island's few bars.
All beaches and islands claim to be the quintessential Thai paradise, and many deserve this title, including the spectacular Koh Pak Bia. Part of the Koh Bong archipelago, it lies to the south of Phang Nga Bay, making it one of the quietest places to swim, snorkel and soak up the gentle Thai beach life. The island itself is fascinating, with its circular dome shape, lush foliage and coarse golden sand. You can contemplate the other surrounding and scattered islands while sipping cool drinks on the beach. For charter guests wishing to swap their elegant dinghy for a traditional long-tailed boat, this is the perfect Thai adventure to round off your day. Otherwise, you'll spend hours gently moving from the sand to the sea, alternating between a snorkel in one hand and a book in the other.
A land of towering limestone cliffs, powder-white sand and Crayola-colored coral reefs, Koh Hong is a tiny island just a day's drive from Krabi, the jewel of southern Thailand. Hong's lagoon is only accessible through a narrow opening, making it an exciting gateway to this glorious island. Located in Thanbok Kharanee National Park, Koh Hong's cliffs are majestic - wrapped in velvet and standing tall, they add to the iconic postcard image that makes Koh Hong a dream. Snorkeling on the island is a delight: schools of shimmering fish, dressed in their finest colors, weave wondrous worlds beneath the sea. White-faced gibbons and monitor lizards scamper over land. Take a kayak to explore the limestone cliffs, swim in the brightest turquoise waters and spend hours relaxing on the sand.
A cinematic landscape of stalactites, deep caves and swinging monkeys, Koh Panak is a true gem of Thai cruising. Famous for its caves, it's a must to take a kayak and paddle around these narrow caves. The passage through the caves can be narrow and dark, and each cave has its own intriguing feature, whether it's a mangrove tree or a waterfall. Khang Khao, Ice Cream Cave and Gong Gang Cave are some of the most famous caves to explore. You can then climb back aboard your yacht and soak up the surroundings, with its green-covered white cliffs tumbling down to the sea. There are no facilities on Koh Panak, but with everything you need on board, charter guests should choose this island for its epic scenery and sense of adventure.
Pretty Phuket may be Thailand's largest island, but that doesn't detract from its spectacular beauty. With its white sands and towering coconut palms, the island offers every imaginable beach, with over 40 km of sandy stretches. Colorful beaches include Kamala Beach, with its traditional Thai ambience, and Patong Beach, designed for pure play. The old town is the ideal place to admire the brightly painted colonial mansions, and the nearby Similan Islands offer charter passengers the chance to take it easy at the local elephant sanctuary. Those wishing to party the night away can follow the lights of Bangla. Needless to say, the local gastronomy is a tasteful affair, both homey and extravagant.