Sailing Qualifications:
Former AYF (Australian Yachting Federation) 'Yachtmaster Offshore Instructor’.
Dept of Transport, Qld, Australia ‘Coxwain'
Experience:
I bought a 29’ yacht when I was 18 then upgraded to a 33’ and years later a 40’. I've sailed on many different yachts over the past 40 years and during that time also worked as a charter captain for yacht charter companies such as 'The Moorings' in the Caribbean.
Diving Qualifications:
PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Instructor and a PADI Medic First Aid Instructor (not currently in teaching status).
Experience:
I completed my initial SCUBA diving (NAUI) certificate in 1975 and have dived in many dive sites around the world since then. I became a PADI divemaster in the 1980's and a PADI Open Water Diving Instructor in 1991. I’m experienced in free diving, hookah diving and scuba diving.
Are you interested in a sailing and/or diving adventure in Thailand? Like to escape with friends and take off on a once in a lifetime adventure? Interested in combining a healthy getaway as part of your trip?
Host, skipper, sailing/diving instructor, musician and nutritionist to share adventure with
Depending on what boat you want to sail, I'll help you have an exciting and fun sailing trip and assist with all the things you need to get setup and ready to go...provisioning, trip planning, boat procuring etc. Once on board, my job is to make the trip a safe and enjoyable one for you and your party.
Learn to Sail
If you're new to sailing, I'll teach you how to sail, learn seamanship, navigation and general yacht management.
Where would you like to go?
There are so many amazing places to explore in Thailand. There are the islands on the east coast, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan and Ko Samui as well as many other smaller ones. On the west coast there is Phuket and so many more wonderful islands and mainland stops also.
The right yacht or catamaran
There are many seasonal yacht charter 'bargains' on offer and I'll assist with securing the ideal boat at the right price for your trip.
Amenities and Equipment
Whichever boat you choose, it will be provisioned with all safety equipment. If there is anything special you need, such as a windsurfer, hookah or scuba diving equipment, kayak etc, it can all be easily arranged.
What does a trip cost?
Depending on the boat size and how many members in the party, the costs will include your individual airfare and the boat charter fee (insurance included) plus food and drinks. There are many options for full or partial provisioning of the boat with your choice of food and drinks as well, all delivered on board ready for the departure.
What I offer
I'll assist you with all your trip planning, securing the best price for your preferred boat, arrange provisioning and any needed add-ons. I offer all services as skipper, divemaster, sailing and diving instructor, musician, tour guide and nutritionist if needed.
How much will it cost
The cost for airfares, boat and provisioning will depend on the time of year but split amongst a group, can make a yacht charter very cost effective. You'll be surprised at how affordable and fun you will have with a group or family vacation on a charter yacht/catamaran in Thailand.