Four reasons to charter a boat in Samui, Thailand

• Samui is a highly popular island for all types of travellers, is in the Gulf of Thailand and has a wide range of tourist attractions.

• On this island, you will find three main towns with stunning beaches. In Lamai, you will find a beach with a peaceful atmosphere, in Chaweng, you will find a lively atmosphere and in Bophut, you will find a picturesque fishing village.

• Thailand is a tropical country, its climate is warm and humid most of the year. The best time to sail in Thailand, free of rain and pleasant weather, is between November and March.

• If you charter a boat in Samui, you can easily get to other tourist sites as Koh Chang and Krabi.

Pricing and information about renting a boat in Samui, Thailand

The price of a yacht charter in Samui varies according to the season. In low season prices for renting a sailboat start from 160 euros. If you want to rent a catamaran, the prices start from 450 euros. Visit our website to see the availabilities.

Yacht charters in Samui are extremely popular during the high season. If you wish to charter a boat during this season, we recommend that you book two months in advance.

Do you need a license to rent a boat in Samui, Thailand?

According to the Thai authorities, if you want to charter a boat, you must present an ICC licence to the base responsible and to the port authorities. You will also be required to have a nautical resume describing in detail your previous experience, mentioning the types of boats you have skippered and the areas. If you wish to charter a catamaran, you must prove that you have previously sailed a boat that size.

If you do not have a licence, you can charter any other boat from our online catalogue with a skipper. Chartering a skippered boat will give you a great experience. The skippers are locals and can show you routes or places that are unusual.

Things to do in Samui, Thailand

Samui has beaches to suit all tastes, from the active to the relaxed ones. Choose which one is best for you and your friends and enjoy a day of sun, sea and sand.

If you like to practise sports, you can't miss the opportunity to try Muay Thai. You can find several centres where you can learn about its history and technique.

Samui has several scuba diving sites, go to a certified centre and explore the island's marine life.

Practical information

You can get to Samui by air at Samui International Airport, connected to the main airport in Thailand and some international cities. You can also get there by ferry from Donsak, which is a two-hour trip and runs all year round. If you like sailing, you can rent a boat in Phuket and sail to this beautiful island or, if you prefer, hire a boat in Pattaya and create an itinerary to Samui.

About SamBoat 

SamBoat offers a vast range of boats to hire from 60€/day. Choose from a wide selection of sailboats, motorboats, RIBs, catamarans, yachts, and canal boats. With the best offers, SamBoat helps you to find the ideal yacht charter for the perfect vacation.