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Sailing with Olivia Wyatt
A solo round the world Golden Globe Race fundraising voyage
Join a week-long voyage in paradise exploring the Phang Nga Bay and the majestic islands of the Phuket Islands sailing board a modern 50' catamaran that will be your floating hotel for the duration of the adventure. 100% of proceeds from this voyage go to sponsor Skipper Olivia Wyatt for the 2026 Global Globe Race, a solo around the world race limited to 30 elite skippers. In joining this adventure aboard a premium catamaran sailing the Phuket Islands with Skipper Olivia, you will be supporting Olivia's intrepid campaign to race around the world.
Limited to 5-cabins, this is a fully crewed premier voyage. The voyage begins in Phuket where your crew and floating hotel awaits. Limited single & double cabins are available for online booking. A 50% deposit is required, please review Terms & Conditions and Gratuity Fundraising recommendations prior to booking your cabin.
Explore Thailand's majestic Andaman Sea ✨
A Voyage with the Wilderness of Waves in support of Olivia Wyatt's golden globe 2026 nonstop around the world race
Itinerary Option
Sailing itineraries not never set it stone and the route will be determined by the wind and weather conditions during the week of the journey. If there are particular locations you would like to see, please tell your captain and they will incorporate your request to the best of their ability. A daily itinerary briefing will take place and your input is welcomed.
A few of the islands: Ko Racha • Ko Poda • Railay & Tonsai Beach • Ko Yao Noi • Ko Yao Yai • Ki Panyi
Entering the river delta area in the north of Phang Nga Bay you will find the island of Ko Panyi where a densely populated small village is built on stilts sitting above the water. This is referred to as the “floating village”, but only the boats ride up and down with the tide, houses sit on stilts over the sea.
Two large islands sit in the middle of the bay: Ko Yao Noi and Ko Yao Yai, separated by a shallow passageway. Although a number of modern resorts have recently been developed here, these islands remain rural and traditional. The two islands are lush and geographically appear more similar to Phuket than the nearby hong islands, even if they are a world apart culturally. Going ashore will take you back in time to where the island of Phuket was before it became a major tourist destination.
Across the bay from Phuket towards the east is Krabi province, a mountainous part of mainland Thailand known for their steep and towering cliffs that stand tall over the sea below. Railay beach is on a mainland peninsula but not accessible by roads because of the impenetrable mountains that block land travel to Krabi town. The beaches are lined by hotels and tourists brought in by longtail boats flood the white sand beaches.
Not far from the hustle of Railay beach is a group of islands with great snorkeling, idyllic beaches and world class deep water solo rock climbing. Arriving at these islands from Railay will remind you why sailboats are the absolute best way to see the world.
Busy during the day with boats taking tourists back and forth from Phuket, parts of this sparsely inhabited island can become overwhelmed by daytripper tourists. Fortunately, for sailors, we spend our day sailing the seas. Tour boats leave Patok Beach in late afternoon as we arrive and by early evening the island is quiet and serene. Going ashore on a walk towards the village where the islanders live, you will pass by water buffalo grazing in fields along the dirt roads and islanders tilling the land.
The Phi Phi Islands over the years have become a beacon for backpackers wondering this part of the world, and during a trip ashore, their slightly rambunctious lifestyle is beyond evident. This activity contrasts greatly with the experience a sailor will have just around the corner anchored off a jungle cove with monkeys on the cliffs high above your mast top.
Crew
Olivia Wyatt
Captain
Olivia is an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and USCG certified 50-Ton Captain. She grew up landlocked in Little Rock, Arkansas but as soon as she met the sea she fell madly in love. She is a former sailing instructor for the Venice Boys and Girls club and currently lives aboard her 34 ft. sailboat, Juniper. Olivia has over 16,000 nautical miles of ocean beneath her boat and has sailed 14,000 of those miles solo. She and Juniper are currently floating in Thailand and will be competing in the 2026 Golden Globe Race which is a retro, solo, NONSTOP, around the world race, going from west to east and rounding the great capes. More people have been to space! The course is 30,000 nautical Miles and the most romantic part about it is that modern technology or single-use plastics are not allowed- no chartplotters, no autopilots, no phones- racers will be navigating with the sun and stars, handwriting everything, collecting rain, cooking with kerosene and thus fully immersed in the heart of nature. As a filmmaker her work has been published by; Documentary Educational Resources, Drag City, NBC, National Geographic, Vice, Magnum Photos. @wildernessofwaves
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Letter from Olivia
Dear Travelers,
I am addicted to saltwater and I adore the wind. For the past five years, I have been living aboard my 34-ft sailboat, Juniper, and have sailed her all the way from California to Thailand. Together we have 16,000 nautical miles of blue water beneath us and more than 75% of those miles were sailed solo. Along the way, I’ve witnessed countless sunrises, sunsets, and shooting stars. I’ve joined rituals with remote island chiefs, danced with grass-skirted women under sun-bleached skies, swum alongside whale sharks, and been spanked by orangutans. I’ve surfed waves off uninhabited islands, watched volcanoes erupt, and been serenaded by dolphins. The journey hasn’t been all rainbows. I’ve been robbed multiple times, forced to disguise myself as a man for safety, and weathered squalls with winds reaching 60 knots. Yet every mile, every encounter, and every experience has solidified my fondness for life at sea.
Among all the places I’ve sailed, my love of Thailand is like a deep-rooted yellow flower at the center of my heart. I believe I may have lived here in a past life, millions of moons ago. There’s a sense of home in Thailand that I find indescribable. My first visit was in 2013, when I came to make a documentary, Sailing A Sinking Sea, about the Moken, a nomadic seafaring community on the Andaman Sea who all survived the Indian Ocean tsunami. Since then, I’ve returned several times—for both sailing and screenings of the film. Now, I’m back again to refit Juniper for our next great adventure: the 2026 Golden Globe Race.
I am one of thirty sailors who have been invited to participate in the race. It's a 30,000 miles, solo, non-stop, around the world, retro race. Participants will only be navigating with 1968-era technology; this means no GPS, no computer, no phone, no electric gadgets whatsoever. The challenge is pure and raw and likened to climbing Everest without oxygen. Imagine a 9 month odyssey in a 34 ft. boat in some of the most untamed parts of the ocean, guided by only the sun and the stars!
To reach the start line, I am hosting a Sailing Collective fundraising charter in Phuket, Thailand. This experience is not just a way to support my journey but an opportunity to explore the enchanting islands in the Land of Smiles. Together, we’ll create unforgettable memories while directly contributing to my quest to compete in the 2026 GGR.
Join me for this unique adventure and be part of a story that spans oceans, stars, and dreams.
Love - Olivia
Fundraising Details
Gratuity offerings proceeds will go directly to Wilderness of Waves Golden Globe fundraising campaign and all proceeds are tax-deductible. Your efforts will support a feature documentary of one woman circumnavigating the globe solo and non-stop using only 1968-era technology, in a relentless pursuit against the vast, untamed ocean.
Gratuity Fundraising Tiers
GOLD | 30+% of your ticket price [$1500 - $1170 // pp]
SILVER | 25% of your ticket price [$1250 - $975 // pp]
BRONZE | 20% of your ticket price [$1000 - $780 // pp]
*Donations are not capped and you are welcome to exceed the gratuity fundraising tiers. Unique and special offerings will be offered by Olivia based on your donation level.
Gratuity Donation for the Wilderness of Waves Golden Globe campaign fundraising link:
Olivia has been sailing solo around the world aboard S/V Juniper starting in Los Angelous. She is now in Phuket, Thailand where S/V Juniper is completing a full refit before sailing to France to then begin the Golden Globe Solo-Nonstop Around the World Race.
Interview with Olivia Wyatt and the GGR is here: Sail Magazine Recent podcast interview can be found here: Podcast Interview
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FAQ [please read]
Q. Where do we fly into?
Phuket International Airport
Q. When should we arrive? When can we depart?
Please arrive at the starting marina at 9:00am on Sunday, March 30th.
Marina Location : Ao Po Grand Marina, 113/1 Unit 112, Moo 6, T. Paklok, 83110 - A.Thalang, Phuket
Q. Should we look for flights direct to Phuket International Airport or is it better buy fly indirectly?
Assuming your starting destination is far away from Thailand, most flights will have a layover somewhere like Tokyo, Singapore, Hong Kong, or Dubai. Select flights might fly directly into Phuket while other flights have a brief layover in Bangkok. Often it can be easier to search for a flight to Bangkok and then purchase an Air Asia flight from Bangkok to Phuket separately.
Q. Is it worth having a day + layover in Bangkok or in an area like Hong Kong or Singapore during my layover?
Absolutely! Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Singapore are all very easy places to have a one-day+ layover and are highly recommended! It’s a great way to see a new place even for just one day. Each location has an accessible train service from the airport to the city center and is easily set up for a brief layover.
Q. How many cabins do the catamarans have?
There are 5 private suites aboard the Saba 50 allocated with 3 single and 2 double-occupancy cabins + private crew bunks.
Q. When should we start planning?
AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! This trip will fill quickly.
Q. What’s Included in the Charter? This weeklong sailing adventure offers:
Hands-on sailing experience with Olivia.
Stunning ocean views and Thai island explorations.
The opportunity to be part of a great cause while creating lasting memories.
Provisioning Sailing Collective will provision your journey with local foods and produce. Cooking Aboard: Your Sailing Collective chef/crew is incredibly talented and can handle the group's needs with ease. Collective groups may choose to dine out more times than scheduled if the group or individuals choose.
Included in provisioning package*: 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 3 Dinners (or similar), Light Snacks, Water, Coffee & Tea * Subjected to change
Be a Part of Something Bigger This isn’t just a sailing trip—it’s a chance to:
Support an inspiring sailor on her path to the world stage.
Learn about the challenges of preparing for a solo global sailing race.
Enjoy a meaningful adventure alongside like-minded supporters.
Q. Why Participate? By joining this charter, you’re not only embarking on an incredible journey but also directly helping Olivia fund her race preparations. Your contribution will go toward:
Retrofitting the boat to meet race requirements.
Purchasing essential equipment and safety gear.
Completing intensive training.
Covering travel expenses from Thailand to France.
Q. Do you have other travel recommendations while we are in this part of the world?
You bet, we love travel and more than happy to offer suggestions. From extending your stay on the island of Phuket, exploring Northern Thailand, a weekend in Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, etc., we know the area well and can offer suggestions.
Q. I’ve never been to this part of the world, should I be nervous?
Thailand is one of the safest countries in the world with close to no petty theft. Navigating Thailand while only speaking English is very simple.
Q. What kind of traveler is a good fit for this journey?
The Thailand Voyage is a true adventure sailing in an area off the beaten track. We spend the week exploring hidden coves surrounding the famous Phang Nga Bay and sail south to Krabi and the Ko Lanta region. You should feel comfortable on the boat, with water, and be excited for activities. We will explore island lagoons and caves and spend time in the water. We will go ashore to explore but other than Ko Phi Phi, do not expect big civilizations.
Q. What are the cabins like on the catamarans? Your cabin will be a normal catamaran cabin with a bed about the size of a queen mattress with usually two porthole windows for air circulation. There is often air conditioning aboard but we will not be using it all the time.
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