Racha & Coral Island Day Trip – Ombre

The Racha & Coral Island Day Trip with Ombre is a yacht party cruise from Phuket running Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, boarding at KanEang @ Pier at 10.30 and returning to Chalong around 19.30. The route covers Banana Beach on Coral Island, Racha Island water sports, and a sunset dinner cruise past Promthep Cape — with an onboard DJ all day. Arranged by our TAT-licensed family agency at Chalong Circle.

What kind of trip is an Ombre day?

This is the one we recommend when guests ask for “islands, but make it an event.” It is less a transfer between beaches and more a floating beach club that happens to stop at two islands: welcome drink on boarding, a DJ setting the mood between stops, fancy floats and paddle boards off the back of the yacht, buffet lunch on Banana Beach, dinner on deck as the sun goes down. If your group photo matters as much as your snorkel time, this is your boat.

How does the day flow?

• 10.30: Check in at KanEang @ Pier — a civilized start, no dawn alarm.
• 11.00: Board the Ombre yacht and set sail for Banana Beach with a welcome drink.
• 12.00: Banana Beach (Coral Island): swim, sunbathe and take a buffet lunch.
• 14.00: Cruise to Racha Island with the DJ on deck.
• 15.00: Water time at Racha — snorkeling, paddle boarding, floats, or pure lounging.
• 16.30: Sail for Promthep Cape; dinner served on board as the light turns gold.
• 18.30: Sunset session with the DJ — the signature hour of this trip.
• 19.30: Dock at Chalong Pier.

What is included?

The regular package covers welcome drink, soft drinks, coffee and tea, buffet lunch, dinner, seasonal fruit and snacks, towels, snorkeling gear, paddle boards and floats, insurance, shuttle service and the DJ. A Sun Lounge upgrade adds a reserved lounge spot, a bottle of wine and a snack set. Ask us which suits your group when you message.

Is this trip right for you?

Groups of friends, birthdays, couples who want a stylish day out, and anyone who has already done the standard speedboat circuit. It runs Friday to Sunday only, so plan your week around it. It is not the trip for serious snorkelers chasing maximum reef time — for that, take the quieter Racha and Coral Island speedboat trip — and light sleepers should know the music is part of the deal. For a calmer sunset-at-sea alternative, see the Kahung Beach and Promthep Cape sailing cruise.

What should you bring?

Swimwear, a cover-up for dinner, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a phone strap for deck photos. Towels and snorkeling gear are provided, so pack light. The yacht is far steadier than a speedboat, but if you are very motion-sensitive a travel tablet before boarding is cheap insurance for a nine-hour day.

Honest advice from our counter in Chalong

Weekends sell out first in high season (November to April) — if your dates are fixed, book this one earlier than you would a speedboat trip. And guests tell us the day peaks at the 18.30 sunset set, so pace yourself accordingly. We are a family-run shop near Chalong Circle, TAT licence No. 34/03373 — visit us, or browse everything on our Coral Island tours page. Boat prices in Phuket change daily; message us for today’s price.

Frequently asked questions

Which days does the Ombre trip operate?

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only, boarding at 10.30 at KanEang @ Pier and returning to Chalong Pier around 19.30.

Are meals and drinks included?

Yes — welcome drink, soft drinks, coffee and tea, buffet lunch at Banana Beach, dinner on board, fruit and snacks. The Sun Lounge upgrade adds a bottle of wine and a snack set.

Is this a party boat or a family boat?

It leans party: a DJ plays through the day and the sunset session is the highlight. Families are welcome, but groups after a quiet nature day will be happier on a standard speedboat tour.

Can I snorkel on this trip?

Yes — snorkeling gear and paddle boards are included, with water time at Banana Beach and Racha Island. Just expect a leisure pace rather than a reef-safari pace.

How do I book and get today’s price?

Message us on WhatsApp at +66 93 687 1999. Weekend departures fill early in high season, and prices change daily, so we confirm rate and availability in one quick chat.

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