Côte Ouest de la Thaïlande
Thailand
West
Cost
12 jours
12 Days
Phuket Yacht Haven
Ko Phanak
Ko Pan Yi
Ko Hong
Krabi Ao Nang
Ko Phi Phi
Ko Lanta
Ko Kradan
Ko Muk
Ko Rok
Butangs Archipelago
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Thailand West Cost
Yacht Haven, Phang Nga Bay, Krabi, Ko Phi Phi, Ko Lanta, Ko Rok, Butangs, Langkawi
Catamaran Libran Song
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This proposal, totally flexible, can be adapted too your
wishes. The following description will help you to
discover another way of live and unbelievable spots.
The cruise will start at Yacht Haven from Phuket
Island in Thailand to discover Phang Nga bay and join
Krabi, Ko Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, and Butangs
Archipelagos and come to an end at Langkawi Island.
Circuit:
Yacht Haven (Phuket), Phang Nga Bay, Ko Hong,
Krabi, Ko Phi Phi, Ko Lanta, Ko Muk, Ko Kradan, Ko
Rok, Butang Archipelago and surroundings with Ko
Lipe, Ko Butang, Ko Adang and Ko Rawi, Ko Chuku,
and Pulau Langkawi.
Absolute must:
1. Phang Nga Bay
2. Ko Phi Phi
Libran Song
3. Butangs Archipelago
Distances:
Day 01
Yacht Haven – Ko Wa Yai – Ko Phanak – Ko Hong Group (Phang Nga)
15 Miles
Day 02
Ko Hong Group – Ko Phing Kan– Ko Pan Yi
12 Miles
Day 03
Ko Pan Yi - Ko Chong Lat - Ko Yao Noi –
22 Miles
Day 04
Ko Yao Noi - Ko Hong (Krabi) – Ao Nang – Rai LE Beach – Krabi
18 Miles
Day 05
Krabi – Ko Dam Khwan – Ko Mai Phai– Ko Phi Phi Don
22 miles
(Chicken Island), (Bamboo Island)
Day 06
Ko Phi Phi Don – Ko Phi Phi LE – Ko Lanta
28 Miles
Day 07
Ko Lanta – Ko Ngai – Ko Muk- Ko Kradan
25 Miles
Day 08
Ko Kradan – Ko Rok
18 Miles
Day 09
Ko Rok Nok – Ko Rok Nai – Butang Ko Lipe
45 Miles
Day 10
Butang – Ko Lipe- Ko Butang – Ko Rawi – Koh Lipe
18 Miles
Day 11
Ko Lipe – Ko Adang- Ko Chuku – Ko Tarutao
25 Miles
Day 12
Ko Tarutao - Pulau Langkawi
15 Miles
Total = 263 Miles in 12 days equal an average of 21, 9 Miles per day
To be succesful in your sailing trip holidays adventure, I will recommend not more than an average of 25 Miles per
sailing day. In this case you will have time to discover and to visit the country and to enjoy your time.
Sailing journey
Day 01 (About 3 to 4 hours navigation)
Yacht Haven – Ko Wa Yai – Ko Phanak – Ko Hong Group (Phang Nga)
15 Miles
Airport arrival, transfer to the boat, installation on board, first contact with the boat and first swim.
Additional food shopping regulation, if necessary.
Departure to discover the surrounding and acclimation to local temperature (You are arriving strait on from the cold
weather).
Don’t forget to protect skin against strong burning sun. We are only Six degree north from equator and the sun shine and
burn every day. Don’t worries you will be sun burned enough before you return back.
Navigation on the way to Ko Wa Yai and along Ko Phanag Island visit of the « Hong » (small lagoon) and arrival at Ko
Hong Islands Group.
Ko Hong and his lagoon entrance
Navigation to Ko Hong Group (Phang Nga) to an unusual mooring in between Ko Hong group islands in a picturesque
anchorage with good holding in approximately 12 metres on muddy bottom and gives easy access to Ko Hong should you
want to explore by dinghy.
Dinner on board.
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The way from Yacht Haven to Ko Hong
Day 02 (About 3 to 4 hours navigation)
Ko Hong Group – Ko Phing Kan– Ko Pan Yi
(Phang Nga,) (James Bond Island), (Village Muslims)
12 Miles
Breakfast at the mooring and discover of the spectacular Ko Hong tunnel by dinghy from the shallow lagoon at high or
middle tide. The Hong which gives the Island name is a stunningly beautiful, enclosed pool with large chimney opening
to the sky.
Once inside, you will find perfect opportunities for photography, relaxing or exploring.
“James bond” Island rock
Made famous by the film of James Bond film “The man with the golden gun” this island is now a major tourist attraction
visited by hundreds or thousands of people daily.
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Departure from Ko Hong to Koh Phing Kan (James Bond Island) and to Ko Pan Yi.
Navigation to Ko Pan Yi the « Muslim Village » near the mangrove border.
Air view of the famous Muslim water village
Evening time is very quiet and we can have diner ashore, remember that alcohol is completely banned.
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Day 03 (About 4 to 5 hours navigation)
Ko Pan Yi - Ko Chong Lat - Ko Yao Noi
22 Miles
Breakfast on board.
Local “Long Tail boat” proposes Mangrove and Caves drawings visits for 2 hours.
Ashore a lot of small shops are selling household items.
Departure and join the sheer Chong Lat cliffs. The anchorage is on a direct line between the two islets shown on the chart.
The spot is good for all wind conditions
When entering from the north it is better to pass through the narrow channel between Ko Ngam and Ko Chong Lat which
is deeper rather then passing north of Ko Ngam where there is a very large drying bank.
Phang Nga Bay Rocks and Mangrove
Good overnight holding can be found in 7 to 10 metres to the East of the low rock in the middle of the passage (Hin
Klang Rong) near Ko Yao Noi.
The largest village in the area is on Ko Yao Noi, a kilometre in from the jetty, and this is the best bet for topping up stores
The way from Ko Pan Yi at Ko Yai Noi
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Day 04 (About 4 to 5 hours navigation)
Ko Yao Noi - Ko Hong (Krabi) – Ao Nang – Rai LE Beach – Krabi
18 Miles
Breakfast on board near the fish farm with or without a swim.
Phang Nga Bay landscape and rocks
We are leaving Pang Nga Bay compared to Along Bay in Vietnam, with the limestone cliffs.
Route to Ko Hong Group composed by Ko Pak Bia, Koh Kha Ya, Ko Hong and Ko Ngang.
Bath and snorkelling are recommended.
Ko Hong Air view
Ko Hong offers secluded anchorage, a useful stop over the way to or from Krabi and, one which is acceptable overnight
in the Northeast monsoon season or in very calm weather.
To the North of the sandy spit is an enticing bay which is particularly good for snorkelling and diving.
Ko Hong is so named because of its large internal lagoon, accessible only by dinghy across s shallow reef on tides above
one metre. This Hong about 200 metres across, is one of the biggest in the area and the sheer cliffs on all sides makes a
picturesque backdrop for photography. You can swim in the Hong at high tide.
Ko Hong with the beach and lagoon
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After Ko Hong visit sail to Ao Nang, part of Krabi beach with diner ashore.
The way from Ko Yai Noi to Ao Nang Krabi
Two possibilities for a Quiet Night:
1. Mooring at Ao Nang beach
Ao Nang beach is located near the most important place. Shops, bars and restaurants are found on the front beach. This is
the best place for some shopping and night lives.
Ao Nang is important because of its access to the main road to Krabi, thought it is the beauty of the beaches on the
peninsula immediately south that have made Krabi world famous.
Comfortable and secure anchorage in wide shallow bay can be found in about 5 metres mooring well offshore.
2. Mooring at “Railay Beach”
It is better to take one of the several moorings laid in the centre of the bay. This bay has spectacular stacks rocks which
form headlands to the North and the South. Restaurants and bungalows in the shade of coconut palms which fringe the
beach tend to be frequented by budget travellers. Extending out into the bay at the Southern end of the beach is a reef,
easily seen in the clear waters, and magnet for snorkelling. Also walking along the headland at low tide there are several
caves, fissures and spectacular overhangs to explore.
Railay Beach
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Day 05 (About 4 to 5 hours navigation)
Krabi – Ko Dam Khwan – Ko Mai Phai (Chicken and Bamboo Island) Ko Phi Phi
22 miles
Railay Beach Air view
Two possibilities to visit Krabi:
1. Sail to Krabi town to buy fresh supply and refill water and visit the typical food and vegetable market.
2. Other possibility is to take the local taxi to join Krabi town.
Departure from Krabi or Ao Nang and sail to the small Island group of Ko Dam Hok, Ko Dam Khwan and Ko Yawasam
south of « Ao Nang » (Krabi beach)
Lunch will be served in one of those idyllic mooring on the way to Krabi with peaceful swim and snorkelling time in
local crystal water.
Take your time to appreciate those quiet and beautiful places.
Ko Dam Hok, Ko Dam Khwan and Koh Yawasam islands
We will sail in crystal water in front of white sandy beaches, snorkelling and bathing are greatly recommended, and we
are sailing in another world.
Chicken Island
Departure from Ko Khwan (Chicken Island) and sail to Ko Mai Phai named as well «Bamboo Island» This beautiful
place is recommended for a break and for a swim or snorkelling.
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Ko Phi Phi Don:
Ko Phi Phi Don and Ko Phi Phi LE are one of best beautiful place in Andaman sea, those places are absolute must despite
the recent commercial development and the huge numbers of day-trippers which tend to make the island a little crowded
between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM
Still, it is very pleasant place to spend a few days with a boat.
In the south, the wonderful «Ton Sai Bay» very crowded with noisy motor boats creating uncomfortable choppy waves.
In the North, the beautiful «Ao Lohdalum Bay», less crowded.
Northerly “Lanay Bay», less vividness, but offers a more comfortable mooring by strong North East monsoon.
Nevertheless, Koh Phi Phi Don Visit should not be missed. Discover this magnificent place, the lively atmosphere and
test one of the numerous restaurants.
Return to de «Ao Lohdalum bay» for overnight quite mooring.
The way from Ao Nang to Ko Phi Phi Don
Ko Phi Phi Don air view
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Day 06 (About 5 to 6 hours navigation)
Ko Phi Phi Don – Ko Phi Phi LE – Ko Phi Phi Don
22 Miles
Early departure from Ko Phi Phi Don and avoid the crowd of the mythic Maya Bay Beach.
The way from Ko Phi Phi Don to Ko Phi Phi LE
Ko Phi Phi LE:
Maya Bay is a spectacular scenic lagoon surrounded by soaring limestone cliff and well known from the cult movie “The
Beach” with Leonardo Di Caprio.
Ko Phi Phi LE: Quiet Maya Bay
This place is a quiet place early morning or late afternoon, when all the motors yachts and ferries comes from many
places discharge all the daily tourists.
Overcrowded Maya Bay beach on Ko Phi Phi LE Island
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A large part of the bay is shallow coral and you can snorkel and see sights. The fish will feed from your hand.
Snorkelling is strongly recommended.
On the South cost you can visit Loh Samah bay with a rock island nestling in the middle of a coral garden often daily
congested. On the East cost the spectacular shallow Hong Pileh can be visited only by long tail boat.
The way from Ko Phi Phi to Ko Lanta
Departure from Ko Phi Phi, sail to Lanta islands.
Ko Lanta well knows for the «French survivor» TV series. But I wouldn’t like to destroy the myth. The series had never
been act in Koh Lanta, but on 2 small islands named Koh Rok Nok and Koh Rok Nai, 15 miles away.
In fact, Koh Lanta is a peninsular with a lot of resorts and hotels along the beaches.
We will have diner ashore, in a restaurant along the beach.
The historic capital is located south East of the island, typically build, but little bit sleepy. The economic place is north at
«Saladan» town with a lot of activities, shops, restaurants, bars and a lot of boats departure for diving to the surrounding
islands. The islands is 12 miles long
Elephant trekking is possible on request.
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Ko Bor Muang the old capital South of Ko Lanta
Elephant trekking in the middle of the forest
Dinner ashore, we have a lot of chooses of restaurants along the beaches.
Day 07 (About 4 to 5 hours navigation)
Ko Lanta, Ko Ngai, Ko Muk, Ko Kradan,
25 Miles
Koh Ngai, Northerly, have a reef and also a small resort ashore
Northerly, you will discover a man in his small hut, jealously guarding the caves from which valuable birds’ nests are
harvested. Never try to collect a bird’s nest.
Ko Kradan south reef and beach
«Hermit» on his rock North West Ko Muk
The way between Ko Rok and Ko Kradan via Ko Muk
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Ko Muk West (Tham Morokot)
The anchorage is between the two towering cliffs and off a very small beach. The shoreline not hand south is
honeycombed with crevices and caves, making for excellent dinghy exploring. A few hundred metres south of the
anchorages is the entrance to the « Emerald Cave » is an 80 metre pitch dark passage way leading to completely enclosed
circular, cathedral like Hong, with a diameter of 60 metres. The walls are draped in lush foliage above a tiny patch of grey
silica sand beach an ethereal glow makes it seem as if you were encased inside an emerald, looking out. Access is
possible at most tides by swimming or canoe.
Do not try to go trough the passage without a reliable waterproof torch. This experience will remain etched in your
memory for the rest of your lifetime. Awesome!
Tunnel to access to «Emerald cave»
Exit from the tunnel at mid-tide.
Ko Kradan, is a small island with a recommended reef.
You can meet, as well, «Wally» the American citizen who has build a small resort in the middle of the jungle. We can
make a stop with pleasure, having a drink or diner in this unforgettable strange place.
Return to the boat for a night mooring.
Wally «The white bear » from Hawaii seating in his restaurant and bungalows resort in the forest clearing in the middle of
nowhere in ko Kradan called «Paradise Lost»
Day 08 (About 4 to 5 hours navigation)
Ko Kradan – Ko Rok
18 Miles
Breakfast sailing or at the mooring with or without swim
South Ko Kradan has a beautiful coral reef in shallow water particularly at low tide in 2 to 3 metre water with beautiful
coral and unusual fishes.
You are really in an aquarium.
Departure from Ko Kradan to Ko Rok
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The way between Ko Rok and Butangs Islands
Ko Rok Islands are totally inhabited, except, having a few «Rangers» taking care of the place and collecting some money
for the National park fees.
Take advantage of Ko Rok crystal water
Take your time to appreciate the local crystal water.
This place is the real place for the well known «French survivor» TV series “Ko Lanta”.
Day 09 (About 7 to 8 hours navigation)
Ko Rok Nok – Ko Rok Nai – Butang archipelago
45 Miles
Relax day and discover of Ko Rok Nok and Ko Tok Nai.
The 2 islands have beautiful coral reefs in shallow water particularly at low tide in 2 to 3 metre water with beautiful coral
and unusual fishes.
Enjoy this special time.
Preparation for the overnight sailing trip and departure depend of our wishes for the arrival time at Butangs Archipelago
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The way from Ko Rok to Ko Adang or Ko Rawi in Butangs Archipelago
Day 10 (About 4 to 5 hours navigation)
Ko Lipe – Ko Butang – Ko Rawi – Ko Adang – Ko Lipe
15 Miles
Butang Archipelago discover day
Butangs archipelagos located far Thailand south west is still a wild place with few visitors, except, at Ko Lipe the only
inhabited island, where you can find all convenience with bungalows, restaurants and bars for night live at high season.
The rest of the archipelago is a “National Park” with beautiful beaches and moorings.
Breakfast at the mooring and swimming bath recommended.
Let’s go to Koh Butang with his reef and white powder sandy beach.
Visit of Koh Rawi and Koh Adang islands with their beaches and reefs.
They have accessible good reefs for snorkelling to be visited with a temporary mooring.
Lunch will be taken at one of this idyllic spots and take some free time to appreciate these singular areas.
Time to time we will cross same other sailor and local fishermen
In the afternoon return back to Ko Lipe having diner on the beach. It’s very interesting to stay overnight to become
impregnate of the local atmosphere and to have diner the feet in the sand.
Return, on board, and stay at the mooring for night time at “Pattaya beach”.
Ko Butang small white sandy powder beach
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Detailed Butangs archipelago map with Ko Adang, Ko Rawi, Ko Butang and Ko Lipe
We will have to think at emigration procedures.
Ko Lipe is one possibility, don’t forget we are now in Thailand and we may do the check out procedures. Our
passport must be stumped by the local authorities.
This can takes some time with the local civil servants
Pattaya Beach at Ko Lipe
Ko Lipe:
Discover Koh Lipe with his south west white «Pattaya Beach » sandy beach and his excellent mooring at dry
season with crystal water and small restaurants installed on the beach.
Diner at the restaurant on the sandy the beach.
Pattaya Beach at Ko Lipe
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Day 11 (About 5 to 6 hours navigation)
Ko Lipe – Ko Bitsi – Ko Chuku - Ko Tarutao
25 Miles
The way map between Ko Lipe in Butangs archipelago to Ko Chuku and Langkawi
Discover ko Lipe and its “Pattaya Sunlight Beach”
Sunset Beach au north of Ko Lipe
Ko Chuku is globally located at mi-way between Ko Lipe and ko Tarutao.
A break is good weather condition is recommended at least for a swim or snorkelling.
Mooring is possible on white sandy beach. We are in another world.
Lunch can be taken in this idyllic place
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Ko Chuku Island and its arch
The way from Butangs Archipelago to Ko Chuku and Ko Tarutao
Sunset on Tarutao west cost beach.
Tarutao beach on west cost
Dinner on board or North West Tarutao Island at Ao Pante
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Day 12 (About 3 to 4 hours navigation)
Ko Tarutao - Pulau Langkawi
15 Miles
Breakfast on board
Departure from Tarutao to Langkawi north beaches.
Telaga Marina and the beach
Sail to west Langkawi beaches ….possible stop.
«Pantai Tangah» on Langkawi west cost
Langkawi south west archipelago and the pregnant «Maiden Lake»
Langkawi west cost discover with atypical places.
Dinner in local restaurant where welcome and friendship are the key words, you will never forget.
A last drink can be taken in one of the local night typical musical bar.
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Langkawi Archipelago Map
We will need to proceed to harbour Master, customs and emigration procedure to stump our passport; we are
entering Malaysia from Thailand.
Telaga harbour can be one solution, but the quickest way is to go at Kuah the main town where all the services
are located in the same building.
Don’t remember one thing, we are in Asia and time isn’t money, especially will civil servants.
Langkawi visit, shopping …Dinner ashore ... or transfer to the airport depending of your time departure…
Langkawi mooring will be the end of our sailing cruise
See you again for an unforgettable “Libran Song” cruise!
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Trip from Yacht Haven in Thailand to Langkawi
Phang
Nga Bay
Krabi
Phuket
THAILANDE
Ko Phi Phi
Ko Lanta
Butang
Island
MALAISIE
Langkawi
The distance between Langkawi and Phuket South East Cost is 120 Miles or 222 Kilometres
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Cruising Conditions:
This proposal include all the expenses during your stay on the boat
As describe hereby
 Boat accommodation (double bunk, for more consult the web site www.tropicalcruise.fr
 Full board on boat or ashore according to the program
 Sheet and towel provide
 Drinks, (soft and alcohol)
 Drinks taken ashore
 Flipper, mask and snorkel available (I will need your shoe size before departure)
 Liability insurance during your stay on board.
Cruising fare:
Price, on request, by Email
An overnight trip is based on 4 guests minimum.
Memories help for a successful cruising:
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Video Camera and photos camera
Hat or cap to protect against the sun
Sunglasses
Swimming suit
Swimming towel
Sun Cream protection high index (here we are 6 to 7 degree north only, the sun burn quickly)
T-shirt (foresee a decent T-shirt for some visit, we are time to time in Muslim villages)
Short
Slipper
Toilet bag
Mosquito spray
Personnel medication
Photos and video cameras are strongly advice to keep some souvenir of those marvellous scenery
Total invoice:
Deposit:
Payment:
RM
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(to be paid later on )
RM 0000.00 (balance to be paid later on …)
French Address:
Guy Le Lostec
33, Square Louise de Vilmorin
95240 Cormeilles en Parisis France
Email:
[email protected]
Mobile:
+33(0)6 85 02 73 22 France
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