Motor yacht "Lisa"

Trade the midday heat for golden light on this private four-hour afternoon and sunset cruise (14:30–18:30) aboard the Fairline motor yacht Lisa. It visits Koh Tan and Koh Madsum (Pig Island) and ends with the sun going down over the Gulf of Thailand.

Spend the first part of the afternoon snorkeling, paddle boarding or swimming off the back of the yacht at Koh Tan. Then go ashore by dinghy on Pig Island, where the resident pigs wander the beach. As the day cools, the yacht cruises slowly while the sky turns orange and pink. A glass of wine or a cold beer from your included selection goes well with it.

Soft drinks, ice, seasonal fruit and snacks are on board throughout. Lunch is not served on this half-day charter. The route may be adjusted for weather.

This eight-hour private island-hopping day (10:30–18:30) adds the rugged, less-visited Koh Rap to the classic Samui pairing of Koh Tan and Koh Madsum (Pig Island). It suits groups who want more time in the water and a slower pace.

The day starts at Koh Tan with snorkeling over the reef, then continues to Pig Island for a beach stop and a visit with the island's pigs. Koh Rap has rocky shores, clear water and quiet snorkeling spots, and it is much calmer than the better-known islands.

A Thai lunch is served on board during the day. Soft drinks, seasonal fruit, snacks and ice are always available. Use the paddle boards, fishing rods and dinghy as you like, and enjoy the included wine or beer in the afternoon. The route may be adjusted for weather.

Look for the rare Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins, known locally as pink dolphins, on this eight-hour private charter (10:30–18:30). It also includes a relaxed snorkeling stop at Koh Tan. The yacht heads along the north coast of Samui, where these dolphins are sometimes seen, and the crew watches for them while you wait on deck.

Sightings depend on wildlife and conditions, so they cannot be guaranteed. The crew will keep a respectful distance and cut the engines when dolphins are near. The rest of the day is spent at Koh Tan, with snorkeling, paddle boarding, swimming and fishing from the yacht.

A Thai lunch is served on board, and soft drinks, fresh fruit, snacks and ice are always on hand. The included wine or beer goes well with the afternoon cruise. The route may be adjusted for weather.

Angthong National Park, a protected marine park of about 42 limestone islands northwest of Samui, is the highlight of this eight-hour private charter (10:00–18:00) on the Fairline motor yacht Lisa. The islands have steep cliffs, hidden lagoons, white-sand beaches and clear green water.

Travelling by private yacht means you avoid the crowds of the large tour boats. You can pick quieter anchorages for snorkeling, swim from the yacht, paddle board in sheltered bays, and take the dinghy ashore to see viewpoints and beaches. The park's best-known sights include the Emerald Lake on Koh Mae Koh and the dramatic rock formations.

A Thai lunch is served on board, and soft drinks, fruit, snacks and ice are provided all day. The national park entrance fee is not included and is paid separately. Stops and the route may change depending on the weather and park conditions.

Cross the channel to Koh Phangan on this eight-hour private yacht day (10:30–18:30). Koh Phangan is known for its jungle-covered hills and secluded bays, and it is quieter than Samui along much of its coast. It is usually reached by ferry, but on a private charter you set the pace and choose where to stop.

The Fairline motor yacht Lisa visits the island's quieter coves, where you can anchor in clear water to snorkel, swim and paddle board. You can also take the dinghy ashore to walk on a beach. The crew will help you pick the best stops for the day's wind and swell.

A Thai lunch is served on board, with soft drinks, seasonal fruit, snacks and ice throughout the day. The included wine or beer is there for the cruise home. The route may be adjusted for weather.