WHY DEEPWELL
What You Get
on a Deepwell Charter
Private charters from the right marina, with a crew that has done these passages many times and takes each one seriously.
Back to HomeAT A GLANCE
Six Reasons to Sail with Deepwell
Northern Marina Location
Yacht Haven at Mai Khao puts you closer to the outer reefs and remote anchorages — fewer miles of crowded water before you reach the places worth going to.
Crew with Real Experience
Captain Wichai has navigated these waters for eighteen years. The crew knows the anchorages, the tides, and where the coral is still healthy.
Fully Private Charters
Your group has the boat to yourselves. No strangers, no shared schedule. The pace and route are shaped around what you want from the day or the week.
Food Prepared Onboard
Freshly cooked meals using local ingredients — Thai snacks on the evening sail, a full hot lunch on the day trip, and three daily meals on multi-day passages. No packed boxes.
All-Inclusive Pricing
Park permits, fuel, meals, and snorkeling gear are included in the quoted rate. No extras to calculate after the fact — what we say is what you pay.
Flexible Itineraries
Especially on multi-day passages, the route adapts to conditions and to what you're hoping to find. A crew willing to stay at a good anchorage longer is worth more than a fixed schedule.
IN DEPTH
The Details That Matter
Professional Expertise
The captain and crew are not seasonal workers filling a summer position. They are people who have spent years in the water and on the water in this specific region. That background shows in practical decisions: when to depart, where to anchor, when to wait.
- 18+ years navigating Andaman passages
- PADI-certified divemaster onboard
- Fluent English communication throughout
Navigation Technology
The yacht carries current chart plotters, AIS transponders, and satellite communication on multi-day passages. Weather routing is checked each morning. Mechanical systems are maintained on a set schedule, not reactively.
- Chart plotters with current Thai ENC data
- AIS Class B transponder fitted
- Satellite weather on extended passages
Service Approach
Deepwell does not run shared group charters. Each booking is private. The crew prepares the yacht specifically for your group, and there is no need to compromise on timing or destination with other passengers.
- Private bookings only — no shared charters
- Pre-charter discussion of preferences
- Dietary requirements accommodated
Value and Pricing
Rates are quoted to include what is actually needed for the charter. For multi-day passages, that means food, fuel, permits, and crew — not an itemised list to revisit at the end. The sunset sail and day trip rates follow the same logic.
- All-inclusive rates — no hidden additions
- Clear breakdown available on request
- Quoted in Thai Baht, no currency conversion surprise
HOW WE COMPARE
Deepwell vs. Typical Phuket Day-Trip Operators
There are many boat operators in Phuket. Most offer shared group tours on speedboats. Here's how a Deepwell charter differs.
| Feature | Typical Tour Operators | Deepwell |
|---|---|---|
| Private charter — your group only | Rarely | Always |
| Departures from northern Phuket | No — usually Patong or Chalong | Yes — Yacht Haven |
| Meals freshly cooked onboard | Rarely — usually packed lunches | Yes |
| Multi-day overnight charters available | Uncommon | Yes — 3–5 day expeditions |
| Park permits and fuel included in rate | Often added separately | Included |
| Flexible route — adapts on the day | Fixed itinerary | Yes |
| Consistent crew across all charters | Varies by booking | Same crew every time |
WHAT SETS US APART
Things You Won't Find Elsewhere
Access to the Transitional Reef Zone
The day trip reaches the reef systems between Phuket and the Similans — an area that most day-trip speedboats pass through rather than dive. The crew selects sites based on morning visibility reports.
Burma Banks on a Multi-Day Passage
The northern expedition can reach the Burma Banks — deep offshore pinnacles rarely accessible to boats operating from southern Phuket. Arrangements with dive operators at anchor are coordinated in advance.
No Booking Platform Intermediary
Enquiries come directly to the crew. You speak with the people who will actually be on the boat with you, not a call centre or a third-party booking agent adding their margin to the rate.
Onboard PADI Divemaster on Day Trips
Arnon is a working divemaster who handles snorkeling briefings and in-water assistance. For guests who want to get in the water, having someone with that background onboard makes a practical difference.
TRACK RECORD
What the Years Have Added Up To
12+
Years operating from
Yacht Haven Marina
340+
Private charters
completed
98%
Charters departing
on schedule
4.8
Average guest
satisfaction score
Thai Maritime Department
Captain Certification, Current
DNP Registered Operator
Mu Ko Similan & Mu Ko Surin
PADI Pro Member
Onboard Divemaster Arnon Thong
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
A Charter Worth the Journey
If the details above have given you a clearer sense of what to expect, we'd be glad to hear from you about dates and preferences.
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