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7 Luxurious Yacht Charters You Can Experience In Thailand

If you’re looking to experience a yachting vacation, consider booking these luxury yacht charters in Thailand with some of the best boats.

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By: Olivia Michel Published: Jan 08, 2024 04:00 PM IST

7 Luxurious Yacht Charters You Can Experience In Thailand

Thailand is one of the best yacht charter destinations in the world. If you’re looking to experience a yachting vacation in Southeast Asia, consider booking these luxury yacht charters in Thailand with some of the best boats available for rent.

With over 1,000 remote islands and crystal clear waters filled with vibrant marine life, Thailand is one of the top charter destinations in the world. While the traditional yachting crowd might still be going on Caribbean yacht charters for their fix of winter sun, Thailand is slowly becoming a popular alternative cruising destination for luxury private yacht charters and scuba diving charters.

Whether you’re looking for a casual bareboat charter or want the most luxurious superyacht experience money can buy, there are plenty of vessels available to rent privately from Thailand’s main yachting hubs such as Pattaya or Phuket. Take a look at some of the dreamiest luxury yacht charters available for cruising in Thai waters now.

Set sail with the best luxury yacht charters in Thailand

1. Mes Amis

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(Image: Christopher Scholey)

Delivered in 2007 by New Zealand’s Fitzroy Yachts, Mes Amis is a sailing sloop with a modern design by Ed Dubois. Guests can enjoy the warm waters of Thailand thanks to a toybox carrying the likes of kayaks, wakeboards and SUPs, before soaking up the sunshine in her ample outdoor spaces including a fold-down swim platform. A covered al fresco dining area is perfect for staying out of direct sun while still enjoying stunning views.

Size: 44m
Capacity: 10 guests & 6 crew
Cost: 125,000 USD (INR 10,394,206) per week
How to rent: Cecil Wright brokerage, cecilwright.com

2. Mia Kai

Bilgin Yachts’ Mia Kai is instantly recognisable at sea thanks to her glamorous, champagne-hued hull. She is equally eye-catching indoors, with her air-conditioned interiors finished in elegant, traditional wood panelling. But the best views are enjoyed from the sun-protected top deck, complete with an al fresco dining space and a hot tub. A toybox carrying gear for fishing, diving, waterskiing and wakeboarding as well as Jet Skis and a banana boat will ensure all guests are entertained while on board.

Size: 29.5m
Capacity: 8 guests & 8 crew
Cost: From 58,700 USD to 71,700 USD (INR 48,81,119 to INR 59,62,116) + VAT
Charter agent: Mia Kai is independently chartered. Visit www.mymiakai.com.

3. Guillemot

Sleek sailing sloop Guillemot was delivered by Dutch shipyard Vitters in 2004. Her most recent refit in 2021 saw her interiors totally redesigned and refreshed for charter guests’ benefit. An on-board highlight is the split-level master cabin, featuring a private study and walk-in wardrobe. Above deck, she is well equipped for warm-weather cruising thanks to a dedicated swim platform and an expansive fleet of water toys – including scuba diving gear.

Size: 43m
Capacity: 10 guests & 7 crew
Cost: 125,000 USD (INR 10,394,206) per week
Charter agent: Camper & Nicholsons brokerage, camperandnicholsons.com

4. Xanadu

(Image: Simpson Marine)

Launched in 1999, Xanadu’s classic style interiors were last refitted in 2019 to keep her up to date with modern amenities to please today’s charter guests. This includes a toybox carrying all the latest gadgets from Jet Skis, SUPs and kayaks to gear for diving, snorkelling and fishing. Xanadu’s standout feature is the flybridge, complete with a barbecue grill, sun pads and al fresco dining space for outdoor entertaining, while a unique element is the skylight in the master cabin that allows guests to stargaze as they fall asleep. The cosmopolitan crew, complete with a Thai chef who can serve local dishes, will help fully immerse guests in their charter experience in Thailand.

Size: 43m
Capacity: 8 guests & 6 crew
Cost: 70,000 EUR (INR 63,58,660) per week + expenses
Charter agent: Simpson Marine, simpsonmarine.com

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5. Azul V

Azul V is one of the biggest boats available to charter in Thailand and indeed all of Southeast Asia. The 48.3 metre CRN motor yacht first hit the water in 1996, but underwent an extensive refit in 2015 which earned her a World Superyacht Award. Her classic-style, air-conditioned interiors are paired with a standout sun deck boasting a hot tub with a swim up bar. Other on-board highlights include a gym for waterside workouts and a well-stocked toy box for water sports.

Size: 48.3m
Capacity: 12 guests & 11 crew
Cost: 180,000 USD (INR 14,967,657) + 25% APA
Charter agent: Asia Yacht Agency, azul-v.com

6. Maritimus

(Image: Boat Lagoon Yachting)

Maritimus is a nifty 23.77 metre Princess motor yacht delivered in 2012. Her compact size makes her ideal for smaller groups wanting to discover hidden coves and anchorages inaccessible to bigger vessels, and allows her to explore further thanks to an impressive top speed of 32 knots. Maritimus’ on-board spaces were last refitted in 2021 and are equipped for indoor or outdoor entertaining, complete with a top deck cocktail bar. The submersible swimming platform meanwhile enables easy access to warm Thai waters for swimming, fishing, or paddle boarding.

Size: 23.77 metres
Capacity: 8 guests & 3 crew
Cost: 300 – 350,000 THB (INR 83,981) + VAT per day
Charter agent: Contact Boat Lagoon Yachting, boatlagoonyachting.com

7. Camara C

First launched by British builder Yarrow & Co in 1961, Camara C is a prime example of a classic “gentleman’s yacht”. The charm of her traditional canoe-hull design and wood-panelled interiors are complemented with up-to-date amenities thanks to her refit in 2022. Guests have a fleet of water toys to choose from during their charter, including fishing gear to catch their own dinner, which can be enjoyed al fresco on the stunning sundeck. With tropical-grade air conditioning, a steel hull, and a cruising range of over 4,000 nautical miles, Camara C is the perfect vessel for discovering the Thai islands in old-school style.

Size: 32 metres
Capacity: 12 guests & 6 crew
Cost: 60-70,000 EUR (INR 5,450 – 63,58,660) per week + expenses
Charter agent: Contact Fraser brokerage, fraseryachts.com

This story first appeared here.

All currency conversions were done at the time of writing.

(Main image: Mia Kai; Featured image: Mes Amis/ Christopher Scholey)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

– How much does it cost to rent a private yacht in Thailand?

Costs vary greatly depending on the type and size of the vessel and the location and length of the charter. A private yacht charter in Thailand can cost anywhere from 1,400 USD a day to over 100,000 USD a week.

– How much does it cost to rent a yacht for a day in Thailand?

Charter rates for renting a private yacht for a day in Thailand can range from 1,000 USD a day to over 100,000 USD a day.

Written By

Olivia Michel

Olivia Michel

Olivia is a freelance journalist from the UK whose work focuses on superyachts, luxury lifestyle and travel. A former senior digital writer at BOAT International media, her writing has also been published in Yacht Style, Yachting World, SUITCASE and Luxuo magazines. Olivia has two degrees in English Literature as well as an incurable book-buying ..Read More

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