What We Bring
to the Water
Understanding what makes one charter different from another starts with the details — the crew, the boat, the approach, and the decisions made once you're out of the harbour.
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Private Hire Only
No shared groups. Your charter departs with your party alone — which changes both the atmosphere and the flexibility of the day.
Routes Adjusted at Sea
If the tide is right for a detour to a quiet cove, or a guest wants to extend the snorkel stop, the crew can accommodate that. No fixed stops and fixed timings.
Andaman Water Knowledge
More than a decade of chartering these specific waters means our crew navigates with a depth of local knowledge that no navigation app can replicate.
Real Food Onboard
Meals are prepared fresh by the crew — not pre-packaged. Thai cooking on a rolling deck has a quality that a hotel buffet rarely matches.
Vessel Condition
We maintain a smaller fleet because we want to maintain it well. Every charter goes out on a clean, recently serviced, safety-equipped yacht.
Clear Communication
Enquiries are answered personally. Booking details are confirmed in writing. There's no automated chatbot sitting between you and the people who will actually crew your boat.
Crew Who Know These Waters by Feel
The Andaman around Krabi has its own logic — sea breezes that build predictably in the afternoon, tidal windows that open anchorage options in the limestone formations, and reef depths that shift with the seasons. Our captains have spent years reading these patterns, not studying them in a classroom.
- Thai Maritime licensed captains
- 10+ years on Andaman routes
- Bilingual crew (English/Thai)
- Reef and ecology familiarity
Modern Navigation, Responsible Sailing
Each vessel carries up-to-date chart plotting equipment, VHF radio, weather monitoring systems, and AIS transponders. We use technology where it helps — and rely on experience where it counts more.
- Digital chart plotter with current charts
- Marine VHF and DSC radio
- EPIRB emergency beacon
- Weather routing pre-departure
Hospitality Without Performance
Good service on a yacht doesn't mean constant hovering. It means the crew is attentive when you need them, unobtrusive when you don't, and capable of reading when guests want to be left to enjoy the view.
- Dietary requirements accommodated
- Children and elderly guests catered for
- Pace adjusted to guest preference
- Personal booking process, no call centres
Full-Boat Pricing with No Hidden Costs
Charter prices at Sundara cover the vessel, crew, meals, beverages, snorkel gear, national park fees, and fuel. There are no supplementary charges added once you're onboard. What we quote is what you pay.
- Park entry fees included
- Fuel included in voyage price
- Snorkel equipment supplied
- Clear written quote before booking
Sundara vs. Typical Krabi Tours
| Feature | Typical Group Tours | Sundara |
|---|---|---|
| Private boat, no strangers | ||
| Flexible route adjustments | ||
| Fresh meals prepared onboard | ||
| Park fees included in price | Sometimes | |
| Departure from Railay East | ||
| Multi-day sleeping cabin voyages | ||
| Direct contact with crew before booking |
Distinctive to Sundara
Railay East Departure Point
Our main departure point is Railay East beach — not Ao Nang pier. This gives immediate access to the karst bay system, reduces transit time to the islands, and begins the experience the moment you board.
Koh Lanta Passage Option
Very few Krabi-based operators offer multi-day southward passages to Koh Lanta with onboard sleeping. This voyage is Sundara's signature — a route that few of our guests have experienced by sea before.
Marine Conservation Commitment
No single-use plastics onboard, responsible anchoring away from reef, and crew-led briefings on interaction with marine life. We work within the same waters we depend on.
Written Itinerary Before Departure
Every guest receives a written summary of the planned route, timing, meals, and what to bring. Nothing is left vague. We communicate clearly before you step aboard.
Milestones & Standing
Based on 340+ verified reviews on booking platforms
Tourism Authority of Thailand — Marine Charter Excellence
Sunset cruises, day sails, and multi-day voyages since 2012
Krabi Marine Conservation Alliance — sustainable charter operator
See the Difference on the Water
All of this is easier to appreciate once you're on the boat. Reach out and let us talk through a charter that works for you.
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