Gulf Charters Sailing School Cambodia Voyage-2009

September 7, 2009 | Posted by Captain Tim

Sept.26-Oct.3,2009

It is that time of year again and we at Gulf Charters are anxiously waiting to cast off for one of our favorite events of the year- the sail into Cambodia waters. This 600+ NM cruise is packed full of all the things that make live aboard sailing so enjoyable. Open water sea miles and coastal cruising, remote and little visited island destinations, the chance to visit isolated villages, pristine, uninhabited beaches, clear water swimming and snorkeling and a party town landfall in Sihanookville.

We are looking for a few join in crew members who can participate in handling the boat and become involved with the day to day operations of the boat. This is a great chance to get a feel for long range cruising and life at sea.

Gulf Charters has a history of “pioneering sailing” here in the Gulf of Thailand and this adventure definitely falls into that category.

If you can only go to sea for 1 week of the year, this should be the one. A real voyage of discovery, be one of the first sailors in modern times to take a yacht into this fascinating part of the world.

We hope you will be able to join us. Please contact Capt. Tim to join up or if you have any additional questions. Tim@gulfchartersthailand.com

Cambodia Voyage 2009

Sept.26-Oct.3, 2009

Passage Plan: (subject to weather considerations)
September 26,11:00 – All Crew,Passports w/ Visa for Checkout procedures.
September 26,18:00 – Ocean Marina, Pattaya, Thailand- Welcome aboard.
20:00 – Depart Ocean Marina
September 27, All day at sea underway
September 28,12:00 – Anchor Poulo Wai, Cambodia’s most remote island group
September 29,12:00 – Depart Poulo Wai
18:00 – Anchor Koh Tang, Beautiful uninhabited island paradise
September 30,09:00 – Circumnavigate and explore Koh Tang
October 01,04:00 – Depart Koh Tang
09:00 – Arrive Sihanookville, Cambodia- complete entry formalities
14:00 – Shore leave in Sihanookville
October 02,10:00 – Depart Sihanookville
12:00 – Beach and lunch in Koh Rung
15:00 – Depart Koh Rung
October 03,12:00 – Waterfall excursion and lunch in Ko Kut, Thailand
17:00 – Arrive at Gulf Charters Thailand Ko Chang charter base
18:00 – Private Mini-van Return
22:00 – Arrive Ocean Marina, Pattaya, Thailand

How much will the November Cambodia Milebuilder cost? :

There are three pricing options for this join in event based on your cabin choice. All options include all onboard expenses, meals and beverage, yacht check-in/check-out fees, linens, and use of all onboard equipment. The price also includes private transportation from the Ko Chang Charter base back to Ocean Marina on Oct.3.

Cost does not include alcoholic beverages or shore leave expenses in Sihanookville.

Single Cabin- 1 person, private cabin …………………………………………… 45,000THB
Double Cabin- 2 person, private cabin …………………………………………. 75,000THB
Deck/Salon- 1 person, no cabin ………………………………………………….. 35,000THB

What do I bring?

Passport and Visa: You will need a valid passport and tourist visa to enter Cambodia. We will be able to arrange the visa (extra charge) if we have access to your passport on the 23^rd of September. Otherwise you will need to make visa arrangements on your own. Gulf Charters will need to have all crew passports with visa in hand by 11:00, September 26^th in order to complete check out formalities. Please contact for additional information.

Money: In Cambodia, most people use US Dollars. Thai baht is also accepted, but the exchange rate is a bit unfair. Your ATM/credit card should work fine in both Thailand and Cambodia. Please note that the join in cost will cover all your expenses and the only need for additional money will be if you would like to purchase items on shore in the few locations where that will be possible.

Clothing: The attire on the boat is very casual – swimsuits and bare feet by day, shorts and shirt, or sarongs, and sandals in the evening. A windbreaker or similar for standing the night watches. You might want to bring hiking sandals or shoes for exploring the trails or shopping. No dark soled shoes allowed on deck.

Other gear: Swim suits, dive skin, fins, mask, snorkel, fishing gear, sailing gloves, sailing rain gear, and any other toys you want to bring along, but it is recommended to keep it simple.

Personal items: Sunscreen, sun glasses, hat, light sweater or wind breaker (it can get nippy after a rain shower), camera, film, extra memory cards, batteries, dry bag & mosquito repellant (if you go ashore). Personal hygiene items: toothbrush & paste, shampoo & crème rinse, soap & deodorant, prescription medication, spare prescription eyewear etc.

How do I Join?

If you would like to enroll in this program we require a 25% deposit to confirm your booking and to hold your place on your selected dates. This payment can be made with cash or credit card in our Ocean Marina office or using one of our online payment options. Please contact: Tim@gulfchartersthailand.com for your online booking number.

Friends and Fellow Sailors: If you are looking for a memorable experience and the comradery of shipmates enjoying the adventure of a lifetime, then look no further. I promise you that this trip will be one to remember. In addition, the sailing skills you will employ during this voyage will stick with you and be a definite plus to your sailing future. Set high expectations and we will deliver your dreams.

Fairwinds,

Captain Tim

www.GulfChartersThailand.com

Tim@GulfChartersThailand.co