Catamaran Workshop in Phuket — Blending Perfume Underway

Most boats are too small, too unstable, or too focused on getting somewhere to work as a workshop venue. A catamaran solves all three problems. The wide beam creates a stable working platform that stays level in most sea conditions. The deck space is generous enough for groups of up to 20 to each have their own blending station. And because catamarans are designed for leisure sailing — not racing — the pace is unhurried, which is exactly what a creative workshop needs.

Participants board at the designated pier and are welcomed by the Herbsmetics facilitator with a short introduction to the session. The boat departs and sails for 30–40 minutes to reach open water or a scenic bay. Once anchored or sailing steadily, the fragrance blending session begins — typically 60–75 minutes for a group of up to 12, longer for larger groups. Each participant labels and seals their bottle before the return sail, which includes time to share creations and photograph the keepsakes against the sea backdrop.

Our standard departure points are Chalong Pier in south Phuket and Ao Yon Bay on the east coast. Chalong gives access to the outer islands and the clearest open-water sailing in south Phuket. Ao Yon Bay departures are well-suited to morning sessions with calmer conditions. For groups seeking the most dramatic scenery, the Phang Nga Bay route passes limestone karsts and emerald water — the backdrop most associated with Phuket in photographs. This route is available for private bookings and adds approximately 45 minutes to transit time.

Catamaran workshops accommodate groups from 4 to 20 participants. Groups of 4–8 receive the most immersive facilitation experience with individual attention throughout the blending session. Groups of 9–20 are split into two blending streams that run simultaneously, with our lead facilitator moving between them. Maximum headcount is determined by the vessel's safety certification and deck layout, which we confirm at the time of booking.

We partner with a small number of Phuket catamaran operators selected for vessel quality, crew professionalism, and safety certification. All partner vessels hold current Thai Marine Department certification and carry appropriate insurance. We inspect partner vessels annually and maintain the right to move bookings between vessels if a scheduled boat is unavailable. Vessel details are confirmed in the booking documentation.