Best Boats for Families
Ocean Pearl 42ft: Compact, agile, and affordable. Includes SUP paddle boards and floating pool toys. The shallow draft makes beach landings easy. From 33,900 THB — one of the best-value family options in the fleet.
Leopard 51ft: A spacious power catamaran with 4 cabins, water slider, 2 floating mats, and exceptional stability that keeps younger children comfortable underway. The wide deck space means kids have room to move. From 69,900 THB.
Sanny 38 or Hennessy 40: Thai-built catamarans with large open decks and SAP boards, ideal for families with children who want easy in-out swimming access at low freeboard. From 24,000 THB.
Best Family Routes
Khai Islands: Shallow, calm water perfect for children of all ages. Easy snorkelling directly off the beach with good fish visibility even for beginners. No strong currents around the main beaches.
Maiton Island: A private island with a pristine bay, gentle waves, and almost no crowds outside of peak season. The crew will anchor close to shore and set up a floating platform for children to jump from.
Coral Island (Koh Hae): The closest island to Phuket. Gentle beach, calm water, and a short 20-minute transit — perfect for younger children with shorter attention spans or if anyone needs to get back quickly.
Practical Tips for Parents
All boats carry child-sized life jackets — confirm ages and approximate weights when booking. Crew members are experienced with young guests and will help children in and out of the water. Pack reef-safe sunscreen, sun hats, and rash guards for full-day exposure. Snorkelling gear comes in all sizes. Most vessels have shaded saloon areas with AC for midday naps, and crews are happy to warm food for toddlers if you bring it.
