UNSPOILED, UNCROWDED, OFF-THE-BEATEN PATH
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Your dream vacation starts here. Whether you are an experienced sailor or have never been on a yacht and just want a luxurious adventure sailing through clear waters to uninhabited islands in exotic locations, we have the right options for you.
Bareboat
Skippered
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Koh Chang
Swim with Elephants
Beach Vibe on Koh Mak
Koh Kut Waterfalls

Andaman Islands
We are based in Havelock Island
From early November till end of May
Our full-service packages

Koh Samui
Ang Thong Marine Park
Koh Tao World Class Diving
Koh Phangan Idyllic Beaches

Phuket
White Sand Beaches of Krabi
Phi Phi as seen in “The Beach”
Limestone Atolls of Phang Nga Bay
Island Spirit Yacht Charter offers sailing enthusiasts a taste of adventure far removed from the world’s crowded mainstream yacht charter destinations. Stretching from the Gulf of Thailand to the Andaman Sea and out across the Indian Ocean, we’re the only company with access to off-the-beaten path cruising grounds that offer windows into island life where you’ll find no crowds, no hustle and no worries.
Along with it’s famous cuisine and Siamese charm, sailing in Thailand is safe and easy, with unbeatably low onshore costs, crystal clear waters, white sand beaches and year round balmy, tropical weather. Explore the limestone atolls of Phuket, Phang Nga Bay and Krabi, where verdant pinnacles soar high above the sea, attracting sea birds that flitter across the horizon.
Discover Koh Chang, Thailand’s best kept secret, where you can swim with elephants and sleep under the stars at pristine anchorages off small islands that you’ll have all to yourself. Koh Samui is the gateway to Ang Thong Marine Park, with lagoons, viewpoints and underwater worlds that are second to none. World class diving in Koh Tao and the idyllic beaches of Koh Phangan are just a short sail away.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a stunning archipelago located in the Bay of Bengal, to the east of the Indian mainland. Geographically, they are part of India, lying closer to Southeast Asia, with Thailand and Myanmar as their neighbours to the east. This tropical paradise is a top new destination for luxury yacht charters and sailing holidays, offering a unique experience for those seeking sailing adventures far away from the ordinary.
Pay 7 days - Sail 10 days ( 3 days free)
Pay 10 days - Sail 14 days ( 4 day free)
* cannot be combined with other discounts.
Sailing Holiday Types

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Bareboat yacht charter
For those who are qualified to sail a yacht or meet our experience criteria, bareboat sail-yourself holidays maximize your freedom.

skippered yacht charter
Take along one of our qualified skippers to take care of all the technical stuff, so you can just focus on relaxing.

Crewed sailing holidays
Sit back, relax; we've got this. Your Captain will sail you off to all the best locations while your cook prepares today's tapas and tops up your chardonnay.

Learn to sail holiday
Take a holiday and learn the ropes. Combine our IYT Sailing School Courses with a Bareboat Charter and you can earn qualifications that put you on a path of learning that will last a lifetime.
A learn-to-sail holiday is a perfect opportunity to earn an International Yacht Training certification that you require to rent a yacht and skipper it yourself, anywhere in the world.
What our customers say
EXCELLENT Based on 183 reviews Posted on Lieven LVerified A dream come true Perfectly maintained cat and equipment, friendly and professional staff, great experience, fantastic memories Do not hesitate but have confidence and just enjoy the time of your lifePosted on muntean mVerified Paradise Found in the Gulf of Thailand We had a wonderful experience with this catamaran and the charter agency in Thailand. Joe, our main contact person, was excellent throughout the entire process. Communication was clear, prompt, and very professional from the beginning. The check-in was smooth, quick, and well organized.The catamaran (Island Spirit 380) was in good condition, even though it is not a new model. You can tell it has some years behind it, but it has been well maintained and everything was fully functional. If the boat had been newer, this would easily have been a 5-star experience.As for the itinerary — it’s truly a piece of paradise. Koh Kood, Koh Wai, Koh Mak, Koh Rang, and Koh Kradat are absolutely stunning, and the entire Gulf of Thailand archipelago offers crystal-clear turquoise waters, untouched beaches, and breathtaking scenery. Honestly, these islands cannot be experienced properly any other way than by sailing — and the Island Spirit 380 was perfect for that.Overall, a solid 4.7/5 ⭐ experience. I highly recommend both the agency and this sailing adventure in Thailand!Posted on Roger FVerified Very good company. We had a really good week. It's a very good company you can always trust. I've been sailing with them for years and they never fail.Posted on ZishanVerified Great trip! We had a great time one our charter. The boat was ready and we were were onboarded promptly. We had no issues the yacht worked perfectly. Also the cruising guide they give you is excellent. Thank you Joe and the Koh Chang team.Posted on petalVerified Koh Chang get away with a little bit of everything island style Super helpful staff. Boats in good condition and responsive if any issues. The cruising grounds were a great balance of places to go, things to see, and getting away from everything if you need. Many anchorages we were the only boat overnight, or joined by a couple of fishing boats.Water was clean and good snorkelling. Good cruising guides provided so easy to fill a week or more.Posted on Dan GVerified Great bareboat charter with Island Spirit We had an excellent experience with our Island Spirit bareboat charter out of Koh Chang. It’s the first time we’re sailing in that area and we were amazed. In particular, Koh Kood is stunning. The boat was in a very condition and well equipped. Joe, the base manager, and the entire crew were extremely helpful, before, during, and after the charter. Highly recommended!Posted on Relax42775Verified Perfect week sailing in paradise. We recently chartered a catamaran from island spirit from the base in Koh Chang. The booking process was very efficient and Kelly most helpful. The base manager Joe provided a good and friendly handover am we were off for the week. This is our fourth time chartering in these waters and it’s pure paradise. Quiet waters, quiet anchorage’s but resorts everywhere for dinner. The boat was very clean and well equipped and we enjoyed sailing her. We had a few problems with the boat but Joe was always available for advice and even sent out his engineers to repair our autopilot. We loved our week sailing on this gorgeous area and will be back again. It’s only a small sailing area but we always find new treasures. It was great on check out to meet Oli and Alice, the faces behind Island Spirit and chat sailing with them.Posted on Jonny MVerified Great team fleet and service from Olly and team I came for a week with a mate who had never sailed. We had a lovely 32’ Bavaria and it was fantastic. Olly and his team were terrific. He is a yacht master with tons of experience and knowledge. Very helpful indeed.Posted on Martin BVerified People, yacht, base crew, thai people on islands, everything very pleasant. Experienced and pleasant chief of base Joe and his local team, yacht in very good condition. Sailing aroun Koh Chang and surrounding islands is excelent.Posted on Sarah MVerified Zero to Hero March 2025 Solo F 30s Did a solo female trip for the zero to hero course in Phuket. I’m mid 30s and wasn’t sure what to expect, but it was a phenomenal course with very professional and knowledgeable instructors. A mix of all ages, both couples and solo travelers, our class had 8 people. 4 students per boat ensured everyone had a chance to practice. Both Gunnar and Paul were great - they both have many years of sailing experience and lots of knowledge to pass on to trainees. The course is a bit of a choose your own adventure- you get out of it what you put in. The course was well put together, I had taken a sailing course 20 years ago as a kid and some folks on our trip had never stayed over night on a boat - the instructor’s did a good job making sure people were up to speed and guiding us through more of the process rather than only focusing on theory. If you needed more practice or example questions or more theory descriptions, they were quick to provide. The coursework days were long but the real world application helped make the bookwork sink in better. The 5 day live aboard was great to have lots of time to practice. Would 10/10 recommend!
WHY OUR HIDDEN CRUISING GROUNDS ARE SO POPULAR
Pristine bays no crowds
There is no shortage of beautiful bays to have all to yourself. Drop anchor in a bay with a resort ashore or stay in a bay that you have all to yourself.
Modest Onshore Costs
The cost of food and beverage on shore is awesomely affordable! So take this into account when working up your budget. It’s so nice to be able eat ashore without spending a fortune.
Great Authentic Cuisine
Not only is the food inexpensive but as we are away from the mainstream tourist areas it is superbly authentic and fresh. Thailand and The Seychelles offer authentic cuisine at affordable prices sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Safe Tropical Weather
With just 5 to 10 miles between islands the cruising is safe and easy-going and with so many islands its easy to find a protected bay for the evening.
