A private, eco-friendly boat trip on Thailand's largest lake, near Koh Yo Island — just 30 minutes from Hat Yai. Solar-powered, silent and unhurried, for up to four guests. Please book with at least 24 hours' notice so we can prepare everything properly.
Built by Peter, a German engineer. No engine noise — just the sound of water and wildlife.
Up to four guests per trip. No sharing with strangers — just you, your group, and the lake.
Seating, a table, cool boxes and solar-powered lights. Sightseeing, fishing, or simply drifting.
Wasita is local to the area. We've operated here together for more than fifteen years.
Trade the malls and traffic for an afternoon on quiet water. Close enough for a half-day, special enough to be the best thing you do near Hat Yai.
It's a straightforward 30-minute trip from central Hat Yai to Koh Yo Island — by car, taxi, songthaew or a ride-hailing app. Flying in or out of Hat Yai with a few hours spare? The lake is well worth it instead of another afternoon in the malls. Our travel office can arrange transport or a transfer, and even a room by the lake if you'd like to stay over.
Couples wanting a romantic, unhurried afternoon; families looking for something calm and safe; and travellers who've ticked off the famous beaches and want a genuinely local, low-impact experience. Read our guides to things to do in Hat Yai and the best day trips from the city and to Songkhla & Koh Yo to plan the rest of your day.
Every trip is a private boat on Songkhla Lake, so the day is shaped around you. Tell Peter which of these sounds right and he'll plan the route.
A relaxed cruise around the shores of Koh Yo Island, past stilt-house fishing villages, bamboo fish stakes and long-tail boats. The best way to actually see Thailand's largest natural lake.
Our own favourite. Head out in the late afternoon and drift through golden hour with a cold drink as the lake turns to glass and the fishing boats come home.
A slow, quiet session on the water with local knowledge of where to drop a line. Ideal if you'd rather sit still for a few hours than tick off sights.
Mirror-flat water, soft light and a silent, stable boat that doesn't scare the birdlife away. Sunrise and sunset are the hours to ask for.
Never shared — up to 4 guests, just your group.
Plus cool boxes and solar-powered lights on board.
Life jackets on board for every guest, children included.
Peter takes the helm; the route is planned around what you'd like to see.
Just say so when you book and we'll have it ready.
Available on request when you book: German barbecue on board, fresh homemade orange juice, coffee, beers and additional catering.
Sun protection and a hat, a light layer for the breeze after sunset, your camera, and anything particular you'd like to drink. That's genuinely it.
Our jetty on the shore of Songkhla Lake near Koh Yo Island, Songkhla Province — about 30 minutes by road from central Hat Yai. Full directions and a map are further down this page, and our travel office can arrange a transfer.
Maximum 4 guests per trip. Please book at least 24 hours ahead. Trips run in calm conditions — if the weather turns we'll contact you to move your booking rather than take you out in a squall.
Fill in the form below or message Peter on WhatsApp with your date and group size.
Peter replies to lock in your time and route. Please allow at least 24 hours' notice.
Make the short trip from Hat Yai, step aboard near Koh Yo Island, and glide onto the lake.
All trips include safety equipment. Suitable for families, couples, and small groups.
Optional extras: Upon request we can arrange German barbecue, fresh homemade orange juice, coffee, beers and additional catering. Just let us know when you book.
Fill in the form below and Peter will get back to you to confirm your trip.
Our fresh homemade orange juice is also available for selected restaurants and boutique hotels.
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Maximum 4 people per trip. Book at least 24 hours in advance so we can prepare the boat and plan your route.
Peter is a German engineer who designed and built our solar boat by hand. Wasita is local to Songkhla and has known this lake all her life. Together we've welcomed guests and run trips here for over fifteen years. Book with us and you deal with us directly — no call centre, no numbered seat on a big tour boat, just an unhurried afternoon with people who love this water and look after it.
Up to 4 guests per trip. All trips are private — never shared with other groups.
A 2-hour trip is 1,000 THB and a 4-hour trip is 2,000 THB, both for up to four people. Custom per-person and per-hour pricing is available on request.
Our jetty near Koh Yo Island is about 25–30 kilometres from central Hat Yai — roughly a 30-minute drive, or under an hour from Hat Yai International Airport (HDY). It makes an easy half-day or day trip from Hat Yai.
You can drive, take a taxi or songthaew, or use a ride-hailing app from Hat Yai to Koh Yo Island in about 30 minutes. Our travel office can also arrange transport or a transfer for you.
Yes. The boat is calm and stable with seating, shade, a table and safety equipment on board. The slow, quiet pace suits couples, families with children, and older travellers alike.
Please book with at least 24 hours' notice so we can prepare the boat and plan your route. Use the enquiry form above or message Peter on WhatsApp.
Plan the rest of your day around the lake, stay the night, or let us sort your travel.
