Pier at Bophut on Koh Samui

Gulf of Thailand

Koh Samui

Bang Rak & Bophut piers

Photo: Ruta Badina · CC BY-SA 3.0

About the departure point

Island departures in the Gulf.

Koh Samui does not rely on one large full-service yacht marina. Private charters normally meet at a confirmed pier or transfer guests by tender, with Bang Rak and Bophut among the practical north-coast departure areas.

Marina / pier
Bang Rak & Bophut piers
Getting there
Samui Airport · 15–25 min
Best season
January — September, weather dependent
Boarding
Confirmed pier or tender pickup; there is no single default marina.
Official information: Tourism Authority of Thailand

Route ideas

Where to go from here.

011–2 days

Ang Thong

A marine park of small islands, viewpoints and protected anchorages.

021 day

Koh Phangan

Quiet northern bays and beach stops beyond the ferry routes.

032–3 days

Koh Tao

A longer Gulf passage for clear water, snorkelling and an overnight aboard.

Personal itinerary

Start your journey in Koh Samui.

Share your dates, group size and preferred format. We will shortlist the right yachts and confirm the boarding point.