Ariya

Yes — every boat on charter.boats is insured by its operator; we require it. The policy covers the vessel for fire, collision and third-party liability. You're only responsible for damage it doesn't cover, and that's capped at the security deposit.

No sailing licence is required by Thai law, but charter companies require a sailing résumé showing experience on an equivalent boat.

November–April is the dry northeast-monsoon high season around Phuket; May–October is the wetter, windier southwest monsoon.