The options

What to check

  • Included or not: fuel, crew, meals, drinks, snorkelling gear. National park fees (Phang Nga Bay) are often extra.
  • Duration and route: check the stops and return time.
  • Safety: life jackets for everyone, licensed captain: see speedboat or big boat.
  • Price in baht or dollars: compare in the same currency; ask about VAT and tips.

Where to go

Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island are the classics: see Phang Nga Bay. For a sunset, see the sunset catamaran.

FAQ

How much is a private yacht in Phuket?

From about 18,900 baht a day according to a magazine; luxury starts around 100,000 baht.

Are park fees included?

Often not for Phang Nga Bay: ask.

What is the cheaper alternative?

A group yacht or catamaran, about USD 110 per person.