The shortest charter we run and, per hour, the one guests talk about most. Phuket faces west, which means the sunset happens over open water with nothing in the way.
Three hours is enough to clear the coast, anchor somewhere quiet for a swim while the light is still high, and be positioned properly by the time the sun drops. There is no long crossing, so almost none of the time is spent simply moving.
It works for a proposal, for a first evening in Phuket, or for a group who want to be on the water without giving up a whole day to it. In the green season it is often the only route running when the open crossings are ruled out.
A typical day
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16:00 Depart the marina
Out along the coast with the afternoon heat going out of the day.
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16:45 Anchor for a swim
A quiet bay off the west coast while the light is still high.
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17:45 Drinks on the foredeck
Repositioned into open water facing west.
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18:30 Sunset
Roughly twenty minutes of it, and the sky keeps going afterwards.
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19:00 Back to the marina
In time for dinner ashore.
Sunset cruise
Yachts for this route
Sunset cruise: common questions
What time does the charter start?
It shifts through the year with the sunset. Between about 16:00 and 16:30, so you are in position well before the light goes.
Is this good for a proposal?
It is the most requested option for one. The Azimut 55 with a small group, the foredeck to yourselves, and the timing handled by the crew.
Can we run it in the rainy season?
Usually yes. It stays coastal, so it is far less weather-dependent than the island crossings.
Is dinner included?
No. Soft drinks, ice and fruit are included, and catering can be added and quoted with the charter.
Charter to Sunset cruise
Tell us your date and we will plan the route around your group.