Thailand · Water Adventure

James Bond, Panyee, Hong & Naka Islands Speedboat Tour

7 Hours Round trip from Kathu Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the famous James Bond Island in Phang Nga Bay
  • 02 Explore the floating fisherman village of Koh Panyee
  • 03 Enjoy sightseeing by speedboat through limestone karsts and emerald waters
  • 04 Sea canoe at Talu Island or Lod Yai Cave
  • 05 Stop at Monkey Cave Temple (Suwankuha Temple)
  • 06 Buffet lunch served on Koh Pan-Yee
  • 07 Refreshments, fruit, and snacks provided on board
  • 08 Round-trip hotel transfers included

Discover the dramatic limestone scenery of Phang Nga Bay on a full-day speedboat adventure to some of the region’s most iconic islands. Visit the famous James Bond Island, explore the floating village of Koh Panyee, and take in the natural beauty of spots such as Hong Island, Panak Island, and Talu Island or Lod Yai Cave.

Along the way, enjoy sightseeing by speedboat, sea canoeing, lunch at the fisherman village, and time to experience the bay’s emerald waters, cliffs, lagoons, and coastal landscapes. With round-trip transfers, refreshments, and an English-speaking guide included, this tour offers an easy way to experience the highlights of Phang Nga Bay in one day.

Discover the dramatic limestone scenery of Phang Nga Bay on a full-day speedboat adventure to some of the region’s most iconic islands.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Nakhon Ratchasima, Phang Nga Bay
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

This is the tour program that will bring all participants to the true nature and the island within the Phang Nga Bay. The interesting place is the Tapu island (JAMES BOND ISLAND) and Panyee island. The Tapu island or “James Bond Island” is the giant standing rock sitting in the middle of the sea at the area of the front bay near to the Pingkan mountain. Looking from the far, this rock looks like a giant nail, nailing deep into the seawater. This Tapu island is the very famous tourist spot in Phang Nga. Its beauty brought the Hollywood to film their James Bond movie. The Man with the Golden Gun episode here. That is why it got the nickname of “James Bond Island”, where draws in several tours. Another tourist spot here is the Panyee island or floating village.

In this island has many houses laying in the sea where has a small land area is used for building the mosque and graveyards. The islanders are mostly Muslim and build their villages here. The frontal area is the Limestone cliff above the sea. The villagers are fishermen who also sell souvenirs and open many restaurants in this island. This is one of the most famous tourist spot in the world that many tourist come to visit. In addition to the Tapu island and the Panyee island, there are many interesting spots for tourist in Phang Nga Bay such as Maju mountain, grotto , Panag island, Hong island and Pingkan island. However, the cruise along the Tapu island has been enforcing some restrictions from the official government. They prohibit the tourists to look too closely at the island because the sunk part of this island is very old where eroded for ages. This eroding rock may cause accident at any point in time.

Itinerary • 08:30am – 11:00am We will pick you up at your hotel by minibus and transfer to Phang Nga Province. • 11:00am – 11:20am Arriving at the temple Monkey Cave (Suwankuha Temple). • Depart to Phang Nga Bay National Park and do some sightseeing by Speedboat. • Sightseeing Khao Khien and Khao Maju. • Visit the most famous Fisherman Village (Koh Pan-Yee) and we'll serve your Lunch. • Visit James Bond Island to discover the famous movie location "The man with the Golden Gun" was filmed. • Visit Talu Island or Lod Yai Cave this place has beautiful to do Sea Canoeing. • Back to minibus and Transfer back to your hotel. • 05:30pm – 06:00pm Arrive at your hotel.

The tour program is subject to change due to the weather & sea conditions. Please be patient in cases of unforeseen delays along the pick up route

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathu 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Round trip transfer
  • Complimentary Coffee and tea at the port
  • Refreshment on board (Soft drinks, Drinking water, fresh fruits, and snack)
  • Buffet lunch
  • Life jacket, Sea canoe
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Travel insurance

What's Not Included

National Park fee (300THB per adult and 150THB per child).

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Child ticket age between 4-11 years.
  • Guests who are pregnant are not allowed to join the tour, and no refunds will be given.
  • Guest who has heart disease, High blood pressure, asthma or seizure disorder are not recommended to join the tour.
  • There is a minimum of 10 people required to run this tour! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
  • We reserve the right to switch the itinerary to Naga Island in place of Palm Beach Club under any given circumstances.
  • This tour’s total duration covers the pick-up and drop-off time.
  • Guests arriving by large cruise ship are required to use a private transfer at an additional cost of 1,500 THB.
  • • For the mentioned service. • Not transferable to any other service or person. • Please arrive in the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the scheduled for departure.
  • • You can also get picked up from anywhere in Phuket. An extra charge will be applied for transfer in some Phuket areas. (To be advised) • No Extra : Kata, Karon, Patong, Le meridian, Tri Trang • Extra Transfer Charge 100 Baht/Person(Round Trip) : Surin, Bang Tao • Extra Transfer Charge 200 Baht/Person(Round Trip) : Phuket town, Chalong, Laguna, Nai Harn, Rawai • Extra Transfer Charge 1,200 Baht/Private Van(Round Trip) : Mai Khao, Nai Thorn, Nai Yang, Cape Panwa, Kamala • Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time • If you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after we have moved from your hotel, you may be considered a no-shows

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathu, TH
Tour start
Kathu, TH
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Kathu.

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