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.

Across the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles is a pristine archipelago filled with natural wonders just waiting to be explored. Secluded beaches, abundant nature and “couleur locale” invite you to start living the island way. With short sailing distances between islands, a year round tropical and sunny climate and Creole hospitality, this once exclusive destination is now yours to discover.

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UNSPOILED, UNCROWDED, OFF-THE-BEATEN PATH

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Koh Chang

Swim with Elephants
Beach Vibe on Koh Mak
Koh Kut Waterfalls

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Seychelles

Creole Hospitality in Mahé
Beach Boulders of La Digue
Coco-de-Mer Palms in Praslin

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Koh Samui

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

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Phuket

White Sand Beaches of Krabi
Phi Phi as seen in “The Beach”
Limestone Atolls of Phang Nga Bay

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.

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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.

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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.

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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

Peter W
Peter W
February 12, 2024.
An Adventurous and Enlightening Sailing Experience As a sailor with a few years of experience navigating the Gulf of Siam on my own yacht, I embarked on this journey with a friend who had just begun to dip his toes into the sailing world a few months prior. Our adventure was aboard a typical charter monohull through a bareboat charter, setting the stage for what was to become a trip filled with both unexpected challenges and remarkable learnings. The Good: Our trip was highlighted by moments that tested our resilience and sailing knowledge. Notably, our sail broke while we were making good speed, an incident that turned into an exhilarating experience for my friend and a testament to our ability to remain composed under pressure. The base team's prompt and efficient repair work was commendable, allowing us to continue our journey with minimal disruption. Another memorable moment was when water began gushing in through the propeller shaft. Despite the potential stress of the situation, the timing coincidentally aligned with our plans to hike to a nearby waterfall, turning a challenge into an opportunity for an unplanned adventure. The base team's swift response and repair were once again impressive, showcasing their skill and dedication. The Learning Curve: The trip served as a crash course for my friend, not only in sailing but in resilience and leadership through my MindKaizen program. The technical challenges we faced on the slightly worn boat provided real-world lessons in handling unexpected situations, a crucial skill for any sailor and leader. Tips and Recommendations: For those considering a similar sailing adventure, it's worth noting that while the boat may show signs of wear, the expertise and friendliness of the base team more than compensates for any shortcomings. Their ability to handle repairs quickly and efficiently cannot be overstated. Final Thoughts: Though our sailing time was limited by weather conditions—an uncontrollable factor—the overall experience was invaluable. The trip may have been short, but the lessons learned, and the memories made were rich and fulfilling. It's a reminder that sometimes, the journey's challenges are what make it truly memorable. I eagerly look forward to setting sail again soon.
Mathieu H
Mathieu H
February 8, 2024.
Mille merci Island Spirit team ! Un grand merci à toute l’équipe d’Island Spirit Group pour cette merveilleuse croisière dans l’archipel de Koh Chang. Nous avons navigué en famille sur l’Island Spirit 380 en janvier 2024 au départ de Koh Chang. L’accueil à la base était merveilleux : Raymond et son équipe nous accompagné de A à Z. Les plages et les baies sont protégées et on trouve d’excellents restaurants à chaque mouillage. C’est aussi le paradis pour les amateurs de snorkeling. Nous reviendrons je l’espère pour découvrir la côte Est de Koh Kood et ses villages de pêcheurs. Mille merci Island Spirit team !
Alex H
Alex H
November 14, 2023.
the all of this trip was perfect It was one of the best trip we`ve ever had, beautiful country, excellent islands, many thanks for Raymond and all the staff
oregonianinthailand
oregonianinthailand
October 31, 2023.
Well managed charter service Despite a relative lack of wind I was impressed with how clean and organized the boat and departure was handled. Efficient and highly professional. The briefing was probably the best i have had across the 11 charters I have taken. I particular, Raymond really explained the electronics exceptionally well. I learned a lot when I didn’t think there was much I didn’t already know. Appreciated the daily weather reports and friendly service. Highly recommended!!!!
Franz E
Franz E
October 15, 2023.
Excelent holidays, excelent support, My wife and I chartered a Catalina 375 beginning of June, starting our 10 day journey in Koh Samui. It was great all the way through, starting with making the booking ahead of time and then during the trip (very helpful with groceries shopping, getting our gear on board, getting us set up with information about the boat, the area we would be sailing in, returning to Koh Samui at the end etc.). Communication and effort to support us was excellent from Base Manager Raymond and his team. Daily updates were sent including weather details which made us feel supported. A few days into the trip we had a minor electrical motor problem. Raymond and his crew came to our location, fixed everything and we could continue on our route. The sailing area was great and we would go there again, but for more than 10 days. We liked the more quiet bays, which you find easily when you leave the tourist areas. Thank you again to Raymond and his team, who made our sailing trip a great one and wanting to come back!
Günther O
Günther O
September 2, 2023.
I definitely will be back and book again. Hope we see us soon :-) Thanks to Island Spirit Charter, we had a perfect sailtrip around the Koh Samui archipelago. Koh Samui and the area is great for sailing tropical islands. We had a very friendly and professional service thanks to Raymond and his crew. Excellent briefing and good communication during the trip - always direct response when questioning. The boat was well equipped and in good condition.
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Trip24494272937
August 31, 2023.
Excelent service - excelent vacation We booked a Lagoon 400 S2 for 2 weeks. Island Spirit Sailing send us upfront details to the region and good place to go. On the day of arrival Island Spirit Sailing managed for us the transport from the airport to our chartered yacht. Due to the fact that in Ko Samui no yachting infrastructure (like harbor or docks are availabvle) Island Spirit managed an excelent onbording using the dinghy. Further the handover of the yacht and instructions to use was done excelent and easy. During the whole vacation we received daily from Island Spirit Sailing in the morning weather and tide informations via Whatsapp - In case of potential dangerous weather situation (like squalls) further updates where provided. For questions during the charter Island Spirit Sailing answered in short time via Whatsapp as well - Real good support. Some remarks to the area round Ko Samui: Beautiful beaches, after leaving Ko Samui very low other yachts, region very shallow (max. 50m, mostly only some meters deep), very beautiful irlands, many nice animals,... Only 2 topics negative topics for that region: -) very limited sight under water (except Ko Tao) - therefore snorkling was nearly not possible -) We found nearly no locations where we could litter our trash - The necessry infrastructure in Thailand seems still missing -> But Island Spirit Sailing supported us to litter our trash... Overall: Excelent vacation, excelent support, excelent environment
Alex-Kit
Alex-Kit
August 20, 2023.
Beam reach to broad reach! Thank Raymond! The region for yachting is not easy and requires the attention of the skipper. Navionics charts are often incorrect. Currents and tides as the additional element of risk. Special thanks to the staff of the charter company, provided us daily weather and tide information. As well as for their recommendations for safe anchorages. There are only two fresh water filling stations in the region, so you need to carefully plan your route. When travelling with children, you should be extremely careful: undercurrents, jellyfish, sunburn. Anchorages at 2-3 meters depth. And it's at least a mile to the shore. We need to closely monitor the fuel consumption of the Dinghy. Оtherwise the region is extremely exotic and has its own charm. Excellent restaurants. Good diving with clear water in Koh Tao area. Elephants, monkeys, squirrels, wild boars - there are a lot of living creatures on the islands. The region is safe for tourists. The yachts are in good condition. If you have experience - a great place to stay.
Kristen H
Kristen H
August 19, 2023.
Beyond Expecations Raymond and the support team exceeded our expectations. From scheduling taxis to recommending anchorages, we felt supported every step of the way. We cannot wait to come back for more sailing!
Augustina L
Augustina L
August 15, 2023.
Amazing time Catalina 375 - Ko Samui & neighboring islands We were a crew of ambitious sailors and we had an amazing time exploring the islands and sailing between them. The boat was in good shape, it is equipped with everything needed - from sailing charts & maps to snorkels! The islands themselves are little paradises; mooring and anchoring were easy, and with the dingy we were able to get onshore super fast. We had a problem with the dingy motor throughout the week, but due to our skipper and constant communication/supervision by the Island Spirit staff we were able to fix it. The supervision and communication overall were really good, every day we were informed about the weather, upcoming winds, and other information about the islands. The handover at the beginning and end of our trip went smoothly. We are looking forward to the next time!

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.