Dorado

Dorado is a very strongly built 20 x 5 meters hardwood boat weighing some 40 tonnes. Launched in late 2007, she has twin 300 HP diesels, large fuel and water tanks and attendant safety features. Her design criterion is that of being a leisurely long-range cruiser, with passenger comfort to the fore.

Prices includes:
Transport to and from your accommodation
All meals, fruits, snacks and soft drinks, including bottled water
The use of all fishing equipment, entertainment systems and where available, snorkels and masks (you are welcome to bring your own fishing rods and tackle and personal swim masks).

For day trips:
8 am * - Pick-up from your accommodation for transfer to Chalong Pier.
8.30am - Arrival at boat and off to the fishing ground, trolling all the way to to the Racha Islands - Ko Racha Yai and Ko Racha Noi some two hours sailing from Chalong. These two islands are several miles apart and can offer spectacular fishing, particularly for sailfish, wahoo, dorado and tuna.

An alternative fishing spot is a drop-off located some 15 nautical miles west of Phuket which also offers the angler a chance of the above species.

If the boat goes to Racha islands, you'll often stop at one of island for lunch – and weather permitting, you can also go snorkeling and swimming. After lunch you can continue trolling until you arrive back to Chalong.

If you do not want to fish and would prefer a day trip around Phi Phi and other nearby islands, the charter will be happy to take you.

5pm - Approximate return at Chalong Pier and transport to your accommodation.

*Note: Should you prefer to start later in the day, we will comply with any reasonable request

For Multi days : (Minimum 2 nights, three days)

Whether fishing, complemented with some diving or sightseeing, Dorado will take you to the lovely Similan Islands, a marine National Park that is world famous for diving, and fishing for species such as marlin, sailfish, trevally, wahoo, tuna and barracuda.
The nine islands of the Similans are better known locally by their numbers 1 – 9, and are some 80 miles north west of Phuket. They and the nearby Ton Mai drop-off offer exciting big game and night fishing.

Another beautiful and scenic area also renowned for sailfish that surrounding two islands of Ko Rok Yai and Ko Rok Noi, some 60 miles SE of Phuket. These two islands with their sandy beaches, cliffs and forestation offer the opportunity for excellent swimming and fishing.

Further to the west is Hin Deang reef where barracuda, wahoo and of course, dorado and other fighting fish can be found.

Please remember however, it is your trip, and the charter will honour the cruising or fishing area you select where possible.

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Licenses,  Insurance,  Petrol,  Skipper,  Refreshments,  Soft drinks,  Snacks,  Lunch,  Lifejackets,  Lifejackets FOR kids,  Safety Equipment,  bait,  fishing tackle,  Bottled Water

ID,  passport,  sunscreen,  hat,  jacket,  camera,  seasick pills