Raja Laut

Location: Langkawi (Malaysia) and Phuket (Thailand)
Embarkation: Langkawi
Disembarkation: Phuket
Duration: 7 days
Optional Activities: Scuba Diving, Spa/Massage, Elephant ride, Rock climbing, Kayaking
Note: One can embark in Phuket and disembark in Langkawi, or vice-versa.

Please remember our sample itineraries are samples only and may be subject to change; extended, shortened, or re-arranged to suit your private yacht charter preferences or the weather conditions, captain's advice, and so on.

Day 1: Embarkation aboard the yacht Raja Laut in Telaga Harbour Marina and set sail north around Langkawi's beautiful coastline for a short passage to the Butang Islands. Upon arrival, settle into your new surroundings; snorkel, swim, and enjoy the serene islands. The yacht will anchor here for the evening.

Day 2: The Butang islands is the southern-most group of islands on Thailand's west coast. Part of the Koh Tarutao National Park, they are wild and largely uninhabited and offers some of the best diving in the Andaman region, as well as secluded beaches and coves that are great for exploring by kayak. On Koh Lipee there is a stunning anchorage and from there one can visit a small sea gypsy settlement. The yacht anchors here overnight.

Day 3: Discover the crystal clear waters of Koh Rok. There is great snorkelling and diving around the islands, and a several miles west-southwest, is a pinnacle rising out of 70 metres depth providing a spectacular dive site. The yacht anchors at Koh Rok for the night.

Day 4: Krabi province, here is a beautiful anchorage with breathtaking limestone formations, and exquisite beaches. Prior arrangements can be made for trekking on elephant-back through the lush hills of the Krabi national park. The yacht will anchor here for the night.

Day 5: Koh Hong group. There is a 'hong' (Thai from 'room') that can be entered by kayak: this is a beautiful, enclosed pool with a large chimney opening to the sky. Many of these islands have fringing coral reefs rich in colour and marine life. Larger fish such as Spanish Mackerel, Jackfish, Rainbow Runners and Barracuda readily go for trolling lines in these waters. The yacht will anchor here for the night.

Day 6: Koh Racha islands, with white sand beaches and seas that are a vivid aquamarine tending to turquoise, certainly have some of Phang Nga Bay's clearest waters and top dive sites making this an excellent place to experience the beauty of the underwater world. The yacht anchors here for the evening.

Day 7: Set sail fro Koh Racha islands to the disembarkation point in Chalong Bay, Phuket. Here in Phuket you can enjoy a variety of attractions, beaches, restaurants, golf courses, shopping, and the buzzing nightlife.

BEST TIME TO GO: Between December and April, although all-year-round sailing is possible here.

PORTS OF EMBARKATION/DISEMBARKATION: Langkawi, or Phuket.

HOW TO GET THERE: Fly to Langkawi or Penang directly from Kuala Lumpur or Singapore.