Phuket · Phang Nga Bay · Krabi
Practical guides to the boats, routes and seasons around Phuket, Phang Nga Bay and Krabi: which boat suits your group, what a charter costs and what to check before you book.
A catamaran gives a group space, shade and a gentler pace; a speedboat covers distance quickly for a small group. How to choose by route, group size, comfort and budget, and what to confirm before you book.
Check the tourism licence, find out exactly which boat you are booking, get the route, hours and inclusions in writing, and understand the weather and cancellation terms. A step-by-step checklist, with red flags to watch for.
A private boat lets you set the pace for children, but the details matter: life jackets that fit, shade, a toilet, short crossings and a weather plan. A practical checklist for before you book, the night before and on the day.
Published starting rates for a private boat in Phuket range from about THB 25,000 to over THB 100,000 per day, but your total depends on the boat, group size, route, hours and what is included. A breakdown of the costs, park fees and how to compare quotes.
