The Thai Similan archipelago can be visited en route before making for the well sheltered Victoria Harbour, which is only 150 miles from Phuket. The Mergui archipelago, which stretches north from Victoria Harbour for some 200 miles, offers unlimited cruising possibilities among the hundreds of islands and cays. However, one should check the latest situation as tensions do remain along the Thai-Myanmar border. Facilities for yachts are practically non-existent. Only simple repairs are available, especially where there are fishing boats.
Fuel is only available in the larger ports.
Fresh produce is widely available. Weather The NE monsoon, from November to February, is the best time of year to visit. February to May is hot and dry. Most rain falls during the SW monsoon, from May to October. 2000-2001 Noonsite Ltd.