Thailand, Phuket
Learn to Sail to Royal Yachting Association Standards
- Competent Crew
- Day Skipper
From Sunsail’s beautiful island base on Phuket, discover one of the world’s truly breathtaking cruising destinations. Sunsail Thailand has trained thousands of students from all over the world to successfully gain their RYA qualifications in this incredible setting on an experience that is more often described as a sailing vacation than a sailing school course. You’ll have so much fun in such stunning surroundings that you'll hardly notice you’re gaining valuable knowledge and, hopefully, a qualification at the end of your trip. All instruction in Thailand is given in English by RYA-qualified skippers.
The sailing area
Peace and tranquility amidst dramatic scenery and beautiful beaches, friendly faces and mouth-watering cuisine – that’s what’s in store on your sailing course out of Phuket. From May to October the weather is warm with occasional spells of rain so it is recommended that you take lightweight waterproof jackets. The seas tend to be reasonably calm and the southwest winds are ideal for learning to sail or improving your skills in a tropical climate.
Phuket and the islands
The modern resort of Phuket attracts travelers and sailors from all over the world, all year round. Boat Lagoon has a 200 room hotel where you might choose to extend your stay and explore the night market in Phuket town or the many wonderful beaches and cultural experiences on offer.
There are plenty of comfortable overnight stops, all at anchor, and a good variety of options for dining ashore. During your sailing course you will visit the island of Koh Phi Phi and the unspoiled Koh Dam Group for great snorkeling and swimming before entering the Krabi river where you will experience your night sail. You can choose to dine ashore at the beautiful Koh Yao resort and BBQ on board in the stunning cruising area of Phang Nga Bay where a striking gallery of giant limestone rocks rises out of emerald waters. On your last day, you will sail south, back to base passing Koh Phing Kan, the world famous James Bond Island, Koh Hong and Koh Rang Yai before returning to the marina for berthing practice.
Stay & Sail
If you would like to spend an extra few days exploring the local area we can arrange your hotel accommodation for you. For as long or as little as you want, either at the beginning or end of your charter, based directly in Boat Lagoon marina it’s the perfect opportunity to see the sights on land.
TYPICAL 5 DAY ITINERARY
| Day | Destination | Distance (nm) |
| 1 | Arrive Phuket | |
| 2 | Sail to Koh Phi Phi - dine ashore | 20-25 |
| 3 | Krabi night sail - dine on board | 20-25 |
| 4 | Koh Yao Yai - Meal ashore | 20-25 |
| 5 | Phang Nga bay - BBQ on board | 20-25 |
| 6 | Return to Phuket - 5pm finish | 20-25 |
| | TOTAL DISTANCE | 125 Max |
Notes- Students to instructor ratio max 5:1
- Embarkation day: Sunday
- Start day: Monday 0900hrs
- Finish day: Friday 1700hrs
- Disembarkation day: Saturday
On board accommodation- Sunday night to Thursday night in shared cabins
- Bedding included
On shore accommodation- Boat Lagoon Resort 1950 Baht per night
- Including breakfast and service charge
- Please pre-book
Meals- Course includes all breakfasts, lunches and three evening meals with soft drinks on board.
- Clients welcome to bring along favorite foods.
- There will be two options to dine ashore during the week.
- Alcohol is not included but clients are welcome to bring along their favorite tipple for a sundowner.