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A certain exhilaration is part of the pleasure of discovering a
new cruising destination. And this can be especially true in Thailand.
With hundreds of safe anchorages
amongst the scores of deserted tropical islands, good winds, and
protected waters, the Andaman Sea area is fast becoming a firm favourite.
Charterers, visiting skippers, and their crews have the opportunity
to explore the many facets of one of the most sophisticated cultures
in Asia. There is the challenge and delight of a new language, different
customs to observe, and an extraordinary range of exotic foods to
delight the most discerning palate.
Chartering anything from a small bare-boat through to luxury
crewed vessels in the hundred feet range is possible through charter
agents or directly from the owners using our chartering
directory. For those fortunate enough to arrive under their
own sail, however we offer the following tips below.
However there is one danger NEVER mentioned in the sailing guides.
It is this: there is a great temptation to stay - and stay - and
stay. Many of Phuket's small businesses, and some of the major ones,
too, are run by ex-yachties who lingered too long. I know. I'm one
of them. So be warned. It can be addictive. Chartering is also addictive,
Previous visitors keep returning for longer and longer periods.
Sailing Guides
The excellent Sail Thailand guide published by Artasia
Press has full details of the area's attractions and anchorages.
It also has beautiful photographs and local chartlets. Our own
Island Access guide lists all services and businesses.
These guides and Thai Government charts are obtainable at most
of the chandlers.
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