Born Free Yacht Cruises
Board a private Born Free yacht cruise and explore Phuket by sea! Catch a glimpse of the surrounding islands, including the James Bond Island, the water caves of Phang Nga Bay and the beautiful beaches and coral reefs of Koh Hong. All cruises feature freshly cut seasonal fruits and soft drinks, with snorkeling equipment and beach towels for the ultimate sea excursion in Phuket. Talk to us about your special requests to make this a memorable vacation.
After your spectacular sunset cruise, spend the next day shopping at nearby Patong and Karon Beach, just five minutes away, or visit Phuket Aquarium and Marine Centre to learn about exotic aquatic life. Adventure awaits in Phuket.
James Bond Island
James Bond Island is part of the Phang Nga Bay National Park. This island formerly known as Khao Phing Kan, became world famous in 1974 because of the movie ‘The Man with the Golden Gun’ from the famous James Bond film series. So everyone is able to see this fantastic location and this little island in Thailand became extremely popular.
James Bond Island is only an island. When you arrive by boat, you’ll immediately see the biggest attraction in the entire Ao Phang Nga National Park, the Khao Ta Pu rock rising out of the water. This characteristic elongated rock rises twenty meters above the sea. The underside of the rock has been worn down by erosion making this part a lot narrower than the upper part. It seems that this could cause the rock to fall over. This island is worth a visit and a photo opportunity, another option you can enjoy the island view aboard the Born Free.
Departure at 08:00 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m.
Includes: Fresh fruits, free-flow soft drinks and drinking water, snorkeling and fishing equipment, a kayak, and a beach towel.
Khai Island
Khai Island (Koh Khai Nok) is a tiny, idyllic island East of Phuket, fringed with a pristine white sand beach on either side and surrounded by a spectacular shallow reef. Perfect for swimming, snorkeling, or just enjoy the island view aboard the Born Free. Departure at 08:00 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m.
Includes: Fresh fruits, free flow soft drinks and drinking water, snorkeling and fishing equipment, kayak and beach towel.
Hong Islands
Hong Island is often referred to as ‘The Emerald of Krabi’s Sea’ for its stunning scenery and clear water, surrounded by coral reefs. Its beaches are white sand and surrounded by waters so clear that small magnificent fishes swimming around can be seen everywhere. The island also features a large natural pool, surrounded by steep cliffs like a room, has one-way entrance only about 10 meters wide. This type of landscape is called lagoon. It can be entered by boat or kayak. The water is shallow and clear and great for swimming and kayaking. Snorkel, swim, kayak and sunbathe on-board the Born Free. Departure at 08:00 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m.
Includes: Fresh fruits, free flow soft drinks and drinking water, snorkeling and fishing equipment, kayak and beach towel.
Maiton Island
Maiton Island is a tranquil little island located in the southeast of Phuket in southern Thailand.
Maiton Island has pristine white sandy beaches and immaculate beauty with untouched shores and magnificent natural views, fine white sandy beaches, and crystal clear water, and makes this a paradise Island that looks like an amazing scenery for enviable selfies or group photos. You can enjoy snorkel, swimming, kayaking, and sunbathing on board the Born Free.
Departure at 08:00 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m.
Includes: fresh fruits, free-flow soft drinks and drinking water, snorkeling, fishing equipment, a kayak, and a beach towel.
Rang Yai Island
Rang Yai Island (Koh Rang) is an idyllic island five kilometers off Phuket's east coast. It has a one-km long beach frequented in the afternoon by day trip coming back from Phang Nga Bay. It is renowned for its trepid waters, almost at body temperature. The island features shady, tree-lined paths ideal for hiking. Snorkel, swim, sunbathe and relax on-board the Born Free. Departure at 08:00 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m.
Includes: Fresh fruits, free flow soft drinks and drinking water, snorkeling and fishing equipment, kayak and beach towel.
Racha Island
Racha Island is a paradise South of Phuket. Enjoy sailing with the wind in your hair and choose whether you have lunch on an island or make special arrangements for a chef onboard. Snorkel, kayak, swim, sunbathe and do fun fishing aboard the Born Free. Departure at 08:00 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m.
Includes: Fresh fruits, free flow soft drinks and drinking water, snorkeling and fishing equipment, kayak and beach towel.
Coral Island
Coral Island is a small, idyllic island near the southern tip of Phuket, fringed with a white sand beach. Perfect for swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, or just enjoy the island view aboard the Born Free. Departure at 08:00 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m.
Includes: Departure from Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort, soft drinks, fresh fruits, snorkeling equipment, and beach towels.
Panyee Island
Panyee Island is a small Island in Phang Nga Bay, exploring Thailand's Muslim Island, earning their living by Fishing and selling souvenirs and Food to visitors. There is a school and public health center, as well.
They were looking for a good location with lots of fish. If they would find that place they would let them know by hoisting a flag on top of a mountain top so others could join them. They found the sheltered spot by the high rock and hoisted the flag. Slowly more people joined them in the meantime, 400 families are living here! Nowadays, the older generation in the village still speaks Bahasa Indonesia, the younger generation mainly speaks Thai.
By living on the water, they cleverly circumvented Thai law. The law states that foreigners are not allowed to own land in Thailand. Afterward, there are more and more tourists visited Thailand, and Koh Panyee, got ownership. The first thing the inhabitants of Koh Panyee built at that time was a freshwater well and a mosque. Departure time at 08:00 a.m. and return at 4:30 p.m.
Includes: fresh fruits, free-flow soft drinks and drinking water, snorkeling, fishing equipment, a kayak, and a beach towel.
Captain’s Choice
Talk to Born Free Captain to decide the ideal place to visit with Born Free - there are numerous choices and experiences waiting for you. Our “Captain’s Choice” will mean the captain decides the best place to cruise based on your selected activities - be they relaxing on a deserted beach, kayaking, fun fishing, snorkeling or sightseeing from the deck of Born Free.
We can’t wait to show you all the wonders of Phuket and its surrounding islands. For reservations and information on cruises, please contact 076 370100 or 076 292666 or email bornfree.phuketbeach@lemeridien.com