Boat Charter in Koh Samui | Top Boat Rentals

Koh Samui is Thailand's second-largest island and one of the most popular destinations. The island is famous for its luxury resorts and villas, and a more relaxed and laid back atmosphere. With countless beautiful beaches and unspoiled nearby islands, you definitely won't run out of things to do and places to discover on the island. Just off-shore are hundreds of smaller islands and islets that are waiting to be discovered on a boat rental. Island hopping is one of the most exhilarating and exciting experiences you can have on the island, and boat rental is definitely the best way to do that. A ton of activities are at your disposal, from swimming to snorkeling to diving to amazing natural scenery, it is yours to enjoy in a Koh Samui boat rental.

Speedboats are a great option for boat rentals in Koh Samui. Private speedboat rentals can cost an average of $850 for a group of 18 adults on a twin-engine speedboat. For a tour to Koh Tao, a speedboat rental can cost about $1,200. While a full day at Ang Thong National Marine Park can cost somewhere between $1,000 to $1,800. If you're a solo traveler or a couple, you can still enjoy a speedboat island hopping tour through join-in tours that start around $50 for a half-day tour. Island transfers by speedboat are also available in Koh Samui, where you can rent a speedboat for a one-way or two-way transfer to another island. A speedboat rental from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan on a two-way trip can cost anywhere between $260 to $1,000 depending on the size of the speedboat, as well as the number of people on board.

Catamarans are perfect for Koh Samui's waters. Catamarans offer better stability and come in many different sizes and capacities. A sailing catamaran offers classical cruising but is slower than a motored catamaran. However, they're much more ideal for a sunset cruise on the coast, while a power catamaran is perfect for full-day cruises with further away destinations. A sunset catamaran cruise can cost about $1,000 for a group of 20 adults, onboard a 71-foot luxury power catamaran. For a half-day cruise, it can cost around $1,600. For a full-day cruise to the Ang Thong National Park, a catamaran rental can cost between $1,200 to $1,900 for a group of 10 adults, while a half-day tour can cost about $800 to $1,300.

A full-day island hopping tour onboard a private boat rental in Koh Samui is an experience you shouldn't miss. Take your pick from a full-day tour to the Ang Thong National Park or the island of Koh Tao. A full-day trip to Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan offers you a range of exciting activities such as swimming, snorkeling, and enjoying the interior of Koh Tao. If you're active enough, a 20-minute hike to its peak offers beautiful panoramic views of the Gulf of Thailand, while snorkeling in its shallow reef presents you with colorful corals and a myriad of colorful marine life to discover. Have your lunch on the beach at Koh Tao, and enjoy an hour or two swimming and sunbathing on the sandbar link between the islands.

If you want to explore more of the Koh Samui islands, a liveaboard on a private catamaran or boat is definitely the best way to enjoy these beautiful islands. Experience 3 days of cruising and island hopping, with 2 nights of sleeping under the stars or inside the comforts of your luxury cabins. Here is a sample itinerary for a weekend island hopping tour in Koh Samui:

Day 1: Ang Thong National Park

This National Park has over 42 smaller islands nearby, noted for their superior diving and snorkeling. With towering limestone mountains, thick jungle, and white sand beaches, a full day and night at this National Park will surely create unforgettable memories with you and your loved ones.

Day 2: Koh Phangan

This island is notorious for its full moon and jungle parties. If you want to party with live music until the break of dawn, then disembark on the island for a full moon party you won't forget. In the morning, visit its stunning bays and explore its deserted beaches.

Day 3: Koh Tao

Presenting you with real island life, explore the villages, the beach bars, the unspoiled bay, and beautiful viewpoints. Head back to Koh Samui for an hour or two of cruising on the Gulf of Thailand.

Koh Samui is a diver's dream come true. Rent a boat for diving at some of Thailand's best dive spots. You will enjoy the waters around nearby islands, teeming with a wide range of fish such as red snapper, tuna, barracuda, mackerel, and occasionally, whale sharks and giant groupers. Here are some of the most beautiful dive spots around Koh Samui to rent a boat toi:

Also known as Turtle Island, there are numerous dive spots on this island. The water visibility is around 15 to 30 meters, with popular dive spots being Chumpon, Green Park, White Rock, Red Rock, Nang Yuan, and the Southwest Pinnacles.

Located north of Samui between Koh Tao and Koh Phangan, this internationally renowned dive spot is perfect for exotic marine life, and of course, its famous 15-meter high underwater dive wall or chimney.

The islands of Koh Yippon and Koh Wao in this marine park are noted for its shallow caves and swim-throughs. You'll find a wide array of marine life, colorful corals, and stingrays in its waters.

And if a tranquil and peaceful holiday isn't' your thing, party boats in Koh Samui will definitely feed your thirst for booze and dancing. Koh Samui party boats cruise along the coast anywhere between 4 to 8 hours. A live band or DJ plays live music, and booze is served all day long. Don't worry, as the crew of these party boats is highly trained to handle guests who may be a little tipsy for their own good. If you don't like to drink and simply want to enjoy your friends' company, Koh Samui party boats also visit nearby islands for beachcombing and water sports.

Koh Samui is a beautiful island in Thailand that shouldn't be missed on your next holiday. To enjoy the best of what the island has to offer, a boat rental to explore the nearby islands is definitely the best way to have the experience of a lifetime on the Gulf of Thailand.