A yacht hire Myanmar really is remote exploration sailing with no internet or mobile phones, no resorts or hotels, just nature at its most pristine! Get roaming without your data roaming and set sail around the 800 islands of the Mergui Archipelago of Myanmar, with the Lampi Marine National Park at the northern end of the sailing areas!
Tag Archives: Asia
Where is the Biggest Lagoon in the World?
Most people will say Tahiti, or maybe Fiji… but actually it is the 24,000 square kilometre coral reef lagoon surrounding New Caledonia.
The next question is, “Where is New Caledonia?”, and most people might guess somewhere near Canada…..or even Scotland! This is what makes it one of the best kept sailing secrets in the South Pacific.
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Phuket Luxury Yacht Charter
Phuket, Thailand continues to grow as a luxury yacht charter destination, with recent marina developments offering better and better facilities for large luxury yachts to visit and charter from. Amazing scenery, world class beaches, fantastic marine life and water sports, plus some of the best food and friendliest people on the planet, makes Phuket the perfect luxury sailing experience.
A wide range of international flight connections, both direct into Phuket or via Bangkok, from Europe, Southeast Asia, Australia and the US, makes this wonderful luxury sailing destination easily accessible from all around the world.
Southeast Asia – The winds they are a changing
The predominant weather pattern in Southeast Asia is the monsoon winds. Broadly speaking, the winds are southwesterlies from May to October, and northeasterlies from November to April. This leads to different ‘high seasons’ for sailing in different countries in the region, and some yachts moving destinations to follow the high seasons.
Two of our favourite yachts have just finished their charter season in Phuket and Myanmar, and are heading southeast to more almost unexplored sailing areas in Borneo, the Philippines and Indonesia.
Sailing yacht ASIA is currently heading to the Komodo National Park of Indonesia, and will be available there from mid-July, then heading further east to Raja Ampat for October and November.
Phinisi RAJA is available initially in Borneo and Palawan, before heading east to Komodo and Raja Ampat. If you want exploration sailing and diving in the most biodiverse waters on earth, Raja Ampat is the place to go.
You can read a little about the climates in Thailand and Indonesia on these pages:
https://www.boatbookings.com/yachting_content/thailand_phuket_pattaya_yacht_charter.php
https://www.boatbookings.com/yachting_content/indonesia_bali_java_yacht_charter.php
To speak with our Southeast Asia expert, Kevin, get in touch today and start planning your dream yachting vacation!
Charter NORTHERN SUN in the Land of the Rising Sun
The world of yacht charter is growing ever bigger. Whilst the classic destinations such as the French Riviera and the Amalfi Coast are as popular as ever, there is also a massive amount of choice for adventurous charter guests looking for something further from the tried and tested old favourites. There is now huge demand for sea worthy, exploration yachts operating in the far reaching corners of the world such as NORTHERN SUN.
This beautiful 51m yacht is available for charter from the first time having spent the past 6 years exploring Myanmar, Borneo, Singapore and Malaysia amongst others. The captain and crew are thus extremely well travelled and will ensure that you won’t miss any of Asia‘s hidden treasures as part of a truly unforgettable charter.
NORTHERN SUN is much more than just an exploration vessel however. Completely refitted in 2007, her main saloon is traditionally elegant. This vast living space is comfortable and finished with great attention to detail with dark hard wood floors complimented by light furnishings. All is light by large windows which offer panoramic views in turn.
On the lower deck you will find a magnificent dining room as well as 6 spacious and inviting cabins. Tastefully decorated and well-lit to create a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.
Above deck, al fresco dining is available on the aft deck whilst the flybridge, featuring a jacuzzi is the perfect place to spend a relaxing afternoon soaking up the sun.
If you are interested in chartering in Asia or any of our destinations worldwide, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Boatbookings team.