Private day charter

1 Day – Coral Island & Promthep Cruise

A relaxed day charter to Coral Island for swimming, snorkeling and water sports, ending with a scenic sunset cruise off Promthep Cape.

Duration

1 day

Indicative mileage

Approximately 16 nm

Time underway

About 3 hours at 5 knots

Best season

November – April

Route overview

An indicative Andaman passage

Perfect for guests who want a relaxed, photogenic day without long passages. Spend several hours enjoying Coral Island’s beaches and snorkeling, then cruise along Phuket’s south coast for a classic Andaman sunset near Promthep Cape.

The forecast chooses the final track. Mileage, anchorages and activities are planning estimates. The skipper confirms the safest route after considering weather, sea state, tides, park access, yacht condition and crew experience.

Route map

Day by day

Indicative passage plan

Each day is a planning framework, not a promise of a particular anchorage or activity. At five knots, a 50-mile leg requires roughly ten hours underway before pilotage and manoeuvring.

Approx. 16 nm

Morning – Sail to Coral Island

  • Depart from Phuket late morning and sail south towards Coral Island (Koh Hey)
  • Enjoy an easy cruise with views of Phuket’s headlands and beaches
  • Drop anchor off Coral Island and transfer ashore by dinghy

At Coral Island:

  • Relax on the white-sand beach or grab a sunbed
  • Time for swimming, snorkeling or optional water sports like kayaking or banana boat (if available on the day)
  • Coral reefs just off the beach host plenty of colourful reef fish

Midday – Beach Time & Lunch

  • Enjoy a Thai-style lunch – either served on board or at a local beach restaurant, depending on your preference
  • After lunch, there’s more time to swim, snorkel or simply unwind under the shade

Afternoon – Coastal Cruise & Promthep Cape

  • Raise the sails again and cruise slowly along Phuket’s south coast
  • Pass by landmarks such as Kata, Karon and Nai Harn bays (route can be adjusted to the conditions)
  • Arrive off Promthep Cape, one of Thailand’s most famous sunset viewpoints

Here you can:

  • Enjoy the golden-hour light on the cliffs and lighthouse
  • Capture photos of the yacht with the sun dropping into the Andaman Sea
  • Toast the end of the day with a drink on deck as the sky turns orange and pink

Early Evening – Sail Back to Port

  • After sunset we make a short, relaxed cruise back towards your drop-off pier in Phuket
  • Arrive in the early evening, with sandy feet, salt in your hair and your camera full of sunset shots