Most visitors to Thailand come to enjoy the country’s bustling cities, sunny beaches, and golden pagodas. However, sticking to land means they only get to experience a limited amount of what the country has to offer. Head south to the popular tourist hotspot of Phuket and you can expand the range of activities you enjoy by heading out to sea in a yacht charter.
Yacht charters are an excellent way for guests to see Phuket’s many islands and amazing sights, to enjoy water sports, or even just to kick back, relax, and escape on the tranquil water. They can accommodate large groups and are captained by experts who can offer guided tours or take you wherever you want to go.
This guide will give you some ideas of the things you can see or do if you charter a yacht in Phuket.
See the famous islands
The province of Phuket comprises the country’s largest island and 32 smaller islands, many of which are stunningly beautiful – just ask Hollywood! Northeast of the island of Phuket is Khao Phing Kan, better known to tourists as ‘James Bond Island’ after they featured in the movie The Man with the Golden Gun. Then there is Koh Phi Phi Le, the idyllic beach paradise where Leonardo DiCaprio and others made their home in 2000’s The Beach.
Another popular spot nearby is Koh Panyee, which is home to a fishing village built on stilts above the sea. It also has a floating football pitch where one of the country’s most famous football teams trains.
Go snorkelling or scuba diving
This is another absolute must if you choose a yacht charter in Phuket. If you only see what’s above the surface in Thailand, you’ll have missed out on a lot of interesting things the country has to offer. Fish of all colours, sharks, coral reefs, shipwrecks, and much more lurk under Thailand’s waters, which are both warm and very clear. Just look out for the spiny sea urchins.
Go fishing
If you’re looking to do something different in Thailand, then taking a fishing trip can be a good way to go. Fishing is one of the most popular recreational activities for the Thai people, and it’s easy to see why. Not only is it relaxing being out on the water, but the warm seas make great habitats for some very large varieties of fish.
Relax
Thailand is a popular destination for wellness tourism, and yacht charter companies are happy to cater for this too by offering a soothing escape where you can take some much-needed ‘me-time.’ You can simply enjoy the gentle rocking of the waves and the sight of Phuket’s beautiful islands from a distance. Being out at sea is also a great place to catch the stunning orange sunset.
Conclusion
The southern province of Phuket is home to some of Thailand’s most remarkable natural beauty spots. You will need to take a boat to see most of them anyway, and a private yacht charter offers much more scope for customising your trip as well as a more comfortable experience overall.