LUXURY SUPERYACHT CHARTER 7 Day Sample Itinerary Day 1 A Nymphaea crew member will welcome guests at the Phuket airport. A limousine will whisk guests off to Ao Po Grand Marina, where Nymphaea and the rest of the crew await. When the guests are ready, Nymphaea will sail northeast towards Phang Nga Bay, an unbelievably beautiful area dotted with magnificent limestone pinnacles, ancient caves and aquatic grottos. Visit the famous ‘Ko Ping Kan’ also known as the James Bond Island (featured in the James Bond movie ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’) and ‘Koh Panyi’ or ‘Gypsy Island’, a floating village built over the water on stilts, flanked by a giant monolith rock. The villagers are descendents of sea gypsies 2 centuries ago. Hop on Nymphaea’s tender boat to visit the bustling village and mingle with the friendly villagers. Anchor at the scenic ‘Koh Yao Noi’, in the middle of the Phang Nga Bay and enjoy a sumptuous dinner on board. The island is home to the exclusive ‘Six Senses Hideway’ resort where guests can choose to disembark for a relaxing massage. Day 2 Set sail southeast for Krabi through crystal clear waters with stunning coral fringed islands. While away the day on the yacht sunbathing, escape to a deserted beach, or opt for a more active day snorkeling in the azure waters, kayaking through a pristine mangrove forest or board an elephant for a trek through the lush hills of Krabi National Park. Keep an eye out for dolphins in this area. Anchor overnight at one of the many secluded coves if you would like to enjoy the tranquility of the sea or near the luxurious ‘Rayavadee’ resort. Day 3 Set sail at dawn and wake up in the nearby Phi Phi Islands – Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Le, southern Thailand’s most celebrated destination. Discover the beautiful beaches, incredibly clear water and the abundance of multi-colored coral reefs teeming with marine life. Head for a morning swim and snorkel in ‘Hin Klang’ - one of the best snorkeling spots in the area or sail to Shark Point for breakfast with the Black Tip Sharks. Catch a glimpse of the playful Phi Phi Island monkeys at “Monkey Beach” as they frolick on the beach. Stop by the dramatic Maya Bay, the jewel of Phi Phi Island. The surrounding sheer cliffs, rising 100 meter high, are magnificent and provide a stunning backdrop for a bit of kayaking. The movie “The Beach” starring Leonardo Di Caprio was filmed in Maya Bay. Watch the silhouette of the cliff jumpers against the setting sun as they leap off cliffs as high as 14m into the sea or perhaps try it yourself. Nightlife is bustling on the island with beach fire-dancers and live bands. Day 4 Set sail in the middle of the night and arrive in the morning at Racha Yai, a small secluded tropical paradise famous for its white powder sand, vivid aquamarine and turquoise waters and diving. The clear water is excellent for both beginners and experienced divers to explore some of the best hard corals to be found in the area. Anchor near Batok Bay and enjoy the glorious sun setting into the horizon while sipping cocktails on the upper deck. Batok Bay is home to the 5 star resort, The Racha. Day 5 Sail back to Phuket and arrive in the morning at Patong Beach, the most famous beach in Phuket with its shopping and vibrant nightlife. After 4 days at sea, this is a day for exploration on land - the historical Phuket town, Surin etc. Anchor near Patong Beach and party the night away or if you prefer a quieter night, stay on board and watch the lights on shore while relaxing in the breeze. Day 6 Sail to Chalong Bay, disembark and drive up to the famous Big Buddha which overlooks Phuket Town, Chalong Bay, numerous islands and on a clear day even Phi Phi Island, 38 miles away can be seen. The Buddha 45 metres high and sits on a base 25 metres in diameter. The podium is decorated with a large lotus flower motif. Stop over at ‘Koh Khai Nok’ (egg island), a little island near the east coast of Phuket for some snorkeling or swimming. In the evening, sail to Ao Labu and anchor there overnight. Day 7 Arrive back at Ao Po Grand Marina where a Nymphaea crew will escort you to the waiting limousines and send you off to the airport.