I always enjoy my days on board La Moet Phuket. This memorable boat tour is such a lovely way to discover and appreciate the region and a must for those here on holiday.
You can’t miss La Moet “Champagne”, she’s an incredible hulk of a boat which stands out in the harbour. She reminds me of Noah’s Ark where all the animals go in two by two and feel safe! Beautiful, comfortable, and with super friendly staff.
La Moet Phuket’s Sun and Sunset Tour was the boat trip I choose for my family to enjoy the turquoise Andaman Sea in Southern Thailand.
Won’t you come for a wander with me as I show you around?
Photo credit: IG @Yamiyjoko
I have taken this tour twice. In April it was sunny and I travelled solo. On board, the crew make sure everyone feels at home and it wasn’t long before the guests are mixing and chatting away. In November I returned with my family. We had another great group of guests on board, it rained but we were having such a lovely time, no one cared. You get wet when you swim, don’t you?
Each time, I left with lasting memories of a fun trip with random people who come together to share a special afternoon and sunset on the Andaman Sea. Those final moments on the top deck as the sun sets are just magic.
These photos show both trips. Some of the photos are thanks to Yami and Joko who I met on board and kindly shared their fabulous photos.
Boarding at Chalong Pier
Choosing the best boat tour for you
There is plenty of choice for boat tours in Phuket as I know from living here for the past few years. In fact Trip Advisor lists over 250 Phuket boat tour operators with La Moet ranking in the top 20. From long-tail boats to speedboats or sleek catamarans it can be hard to choose.
La Moet is one of a kind, there are no other boats like her. She’s even more charming when you step on board. The wooden interiors are unique and beautifully finished, the sort of wood that you want to touch and admire the joinery, even if you are not a chippy!
A day on the water can be exhausting. With La Moet Phuket you get a spacious boat with many areas to relax in.
La Moet boat tours are different
Your adventure is our passion
The boat is owned by Lotta a long-term Phuket resident, originally from Sweden. The history of La Moet is a terrific story. You can tell La Moet is Lotta’s life and passion. Together with tour guide Camilla and the team, she does a really good job delivering on their simple desire to create happiness at sea.
La Moet crew on the look out for the best place to stop
Best day trips from Phuket by boat
La Moet is available for private charter or join-in tours. The beauty of Phuket as a destination is the ease of access to world-renowned destinations like Phi Phi Island, Phang Nga Bay and Khao Lak. I need to try all these tours!
What I looked for when researching Phuket’s best boat tours was good value, a fun afternoon out on the water with plenty to see and do. La Moet nails this every time for me. A top choice if your style is comfy cushions and slower cruising to lovely snorkelling locations.
Beautiful views in every direction
Phuket Cruise Sun and Sunset
This tour offers snorkelling in a secluded cove at one of the many islands off Phuket and if you’re lucky on the cruise back a glorious sunset.
Chalong Bay Tourist Pier
Most will arrive at Chalong Bay Pier via the La Moet transportation and will be directed to the boat. If like us, you are driving, parking is available for 60 THB for the afternoon. Enter the Pier at the left-hand side following the IN signs and look for a kiosk window to buy your shuttle bus ticket (10 THB) to reach the boarding pontoon at the end of the pier.
La Moet is gently bobbing on the water. Kick off your shoes and the adventure begins.
Chalong Bay Tourist Pier
Numbers on board
We gather together on the lower level to find two large seating areas with tables, welcome drinks and snacks, and a further seating area. La Moet is licensed for thirty-five passengers, but they book a maximum of twenty-eight. The days I joined there were less than this as tourism is still returning to these fair waters. It’s a great time to book a tour.
The other guests
I really enjoyed meeting the other guests from across the globe. I met holidaymakers from South America, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, Europe and Scandinavia. La Moet appeals to families, some of the children are as young as 6 years old. We met couples, honeymooners, sisters celebrating a special birthday and the rest of us looking for fun and adventures on the waters.
New cushions for 2023 season
Safety onboard
As the boat leaves everyone is handed a life vest and Lotta gives an informative and humorous briefing. I so want to tell you some of her jokes, but won’t spoil your fun! There are very few rules on board but from the briefing, we see that La Moet takes safety on board seriously and everything is well organised.
I feel reassured in this regard, the Captain has 30 years of experience sailing in these waters and has been with La Moet since the start.
Relaxing on board
As the boat leaves the harbour we spread out to find a comfy area to enjoy the view. You will have the best time chilling amongst the cushions or sitting in my favourite space in the window gazing out to sea before reaching the swimming and snorkelling destinations.
Let’s go snorkelling!
There are two stops for snorkelling during the cruise.
We gather together for an excellent marine life briefing. This covers what you can expect to see, together with How To Snorkel tips which have greatly improved my enjoyment of snorkelling.
La Moet’s crew are constantly on the lookout to give you the best experiences. When the boat stops in a secluded bay the staff swim to check that all is safe above and below the water. They then open the upstairs for those who wish to jump in from the top deck and plenty do!
La Moet – Let’s Jump!
La Moet’s snorkelling masks are top-notch and sanitised for each person. The staff remain in the water with you and will direct you to the best viewing spots on the reef.
The marine life and reefs are not the best I have ever seen, as the reefs are showing some damage and the water can be quite murky. However snorkelling in the Andaman Sea is a lovely experience, the water is so warm and the time when a huge turtle swam past me then it was my best snorkelling trip ever!
You can be lucky, sometimes they find pink dolphins in the area and just look at what other guests spotted:
Photo credit: look what @yamiyjoko spotted!
La Moet food
No one is allowed to be hungry on board!
It’s amazing what can be produced in a small galley kitchen by Khun Urai. There is free-flow fruit and local Thai snacks along the way. We had sandwiches as we left and pancakes were produced after the first snorkel.
As the sun started to set a delicious Thai dinner including Massaman chicken curry and a Thai yellow curry are served together with salads. We were definitely never hungry on board. As the sun started to set a delicious Thai dinner including Massaman chicken curry and Thai yellow curry are served together with salads. We were definitely never hungry on board.
Photo Credit: IG @Yamiyjoko
Bar
There is a pay bar on board for your beers and sunset wines and gin and tonics!
Lotta & Camilla, Chef Khun Urai and Captain Khun Lef
The La Moet Staff
Happiness at sea
You will have a fabulous time on board with staff who love what they do.
La Moet team is built on a big vision and dreams. I first met Lotta in the middle of the pandemic, yet she never stopped believing that tourism would return. I just loved her optimism, and approach to life. Many of the staff have been with La Moet since the start.
Check out Captain Khun Lef who met Lotta and dreamed of being Champagne’s Captain, or this post where Lotta introduces new Tour Leader Camilla.
Photo credit @yamiyjoko
La Moet contact details
Tel: +66 818 9154 28 (What’s App)Thank you La Moet!
If you are coming to Phuket I urge you to enjoy a day out on the Andaman Sea. Take a La Moet boat tour and enjoy cruising amongst the islands dotted off the coast of Phuket.
There is no better way to enjoy Phuket than sailing back at sunset after an afternoon of swimming and snorkelling.
Disclaimer: Little Wandering Wren was an invited guest of La Moet. All opinions and experiences are my own.
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6 comments
Wow, that looks like a fun time. The photos are beautiful. I was checking out trips to Phuket, I am not sure if my hubby could take 26-36 hours to get there. I will keep enjoying my virtual trips with you! Take care, enjoy your day!
It’s a long trip for you for sure Eileen & I’m now back in Australia so I know all about the joys of long-distance travel! Visitors from America were the number one country of arrival when things reopened in 2021, I loved meeting your fellow countrymen and women. Always love seeing you here for some virtual travel!
Wren x
Thanks for your tip! The next time I go back to Phuket, I’ll be sure to do this boating adventure!
I’m sure you would love Champagne Stacey. As we both know sunsets & sunshine are not guaranteed anywhere in the world (although so far 100% when I’m aboard La Moet!) This boat is the most comfortable boat around in Phuket, come rain or shine!
Wren x
That looks amazing, your photographs are lovely.
All the best Jan
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