Weekly - Tuesday at 11:00
Chantara Junk Boat
Set sail on an unforgettable journey aboard Chantara, the only traditional pirate-style wooden junk boat offering 5-star service in the Gulf of Thailand. Crafted in the authentic Burmese style, this majestic wooden vessel features full modern comforts, a regal master cabin at the rear that resembles a castle, and elegant lounge areas that make her a true monument on the sea.
Chantara offers the only regular day tour around Koh Phangan departing from Koh Samui. Unlike other tours, this one departs late in the morning, giving guests the chance to enjoy a leisurely hotel breakfast before embarking on an island-hopping adventure. From onboard Thai cuisine to scenic sunsets, this is the best day tour from Koh Samui.
Guests are conveniently picked up from the lobby of their hotel or villa on Koh Samui. For locations farther south (Nathon, Lipanoi, Namuang, Taling Ngam, Thong Krut, Bang Kao, and Hua Thanon), a 200 THB per person surcharge applies, payable in cash at the pier.
Your journey begins with a pickup from anywhere on Koh Samui at 10:00 AM.
Guests check in and board the Chantara at the pier, ready to set sail at 11:00 AM.
Enjoy a relaxing sail across the Gulf to Koh Phangan aboard this stunning traditional boat. Take in the surrounding seascapes and the boat’s beautifully crafted teakwood interiors.
A delicious buffet of five freshly prepared Thai dishes (non-spicy) is served on board. All meals are cooked fresh after departure using high-quality ingredients.
Discover the vibrant underwater life of Koh Ma Reef, one of the most beautiful in the Gulf of Thailand. All snorkeling equipment is provided, including mask, snorkel, and fins. This one-hour stop includes colorful fish, coral gardens, and anemone forests.
After snorkeling, sail past Koh Phangan’s untouched northern coastline. This area, protected as a national park, features dramatic cliffs, wild jungle, and large boulders reminiscent of the Seychelles.
Spend time at Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach, one of the archipelago’s most stunning beaches. Relax on soft white sand, swim in turquoise waters, or treat yourself to a massage, cocktail, or cold draft beer.
Depart the beach and begin the return trip to Koh Samui, passing the wild east coast of Koh Phangan and its hidden beaches only accessible by boat.
If you're lucky, enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the sea as you sail back toward Koh Samui, arriving at the pier by 7:00 PM.
Guests are dropped back at their hotel or villa, ending the perfect island day.
