Thailand · Snorkelling

Phi Phi Maya Bay and Khai Island Snorkeling Tour from Phuket

9 Hours Round trip from Kathu Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day speedboat tour from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands
  • 02 Visit famous spots including Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Loh Samah Bay, and Maya Bay
  • 03 Swim and snorkel in the emerald waters of Pileh Cove
  • 04 See Maya Bay, the filming location of 'The Beach'
  • 05 Enjoy a buffet lunch at a restaurant on Phi Phi Don
  • 06 Relax and swim at Rang Island
  • 07 Round-trip transfers included from selected Phuket areas
  • 08 Snorkeling equipment, life jackets, and guide included

Spend a full day exploring the Phi Phi Islands by speedboat from Phuket, with time to sightsee, swim, snorkel, and relax on some of southern Thailand’s most famous shores. From Monkey Beach and Viking Cave to the emerald waters of Pileh Cove and the dramatic scenery of Maya Bay, this island-hopping trip combines iconic film-location views with classic tropical seascapes.

Along the way, enjoy a buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don and unwind on Rang Island before returning to Phuket. With round-trip transfers included from selected Phuket areas, snorkeling equipment provided, and an English-speaking guide on hand, this tour is an easy way to experience a memorable day on the water.

Spend a full day exploring the Phi Phi Islands by speedboat from Phuket, with time to sightsee, swim, snorkel, and relax on some of southern Thailand’s most famous shores.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Phuket, Phi Phi Islands
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

What You Can Expect

This program will take them to visit famous tourist attractions such as  Koh Phi Phi Leh (Phi Phi Leh Island), a limestone mountain island that is dominantly situated at the middle of green seawater, Koh Phi Phi Don (Phi Phi Don Island) is the biggest island of the group of the islands which is the location of communities, villages, hotels, accommodations,  restaurants, hospitals, schools and the center of Koh Phi Phi Leh(Phi Phi Leh Island). Ma Ya Bay is a small semilunar-shaped bay surrounded with limestone mountains and to be seen the sand under the clear green seawater too and there is a clean white beach with fine sand causing to the beautiful scenery that is very popular for the tourists.

Maya Bay is a small semilunar-shaped bay surrounded with limestone mountains and to be seen the sand under the clear green seawater too and there is a clean white beach with fine sand causing to the beautiful scenery that is very popular for the tourists.

Pileh Bay, a bay is surrounded by limestone mountains with only one entrance and exit, the sea is clear to be seen the sand under the water, the coral reef is still abundant and the small sandy beach is at the area of the mouth of the bay. Loh Samah Bay is a diving spot of Phi Phi Islands Tour, the coral is still very abundant in this area.  Pileh Lagoon, lagoon is surrounded by sheer limestone cliffs. The views at the lagoon are really incredible, the turquoise watercolor with its limestone walls cliffs surrounding them. The stunning lagoon is a place where people can relax and daydream the day away.

Monkey beach is a simply stunning 150 meters long strip of white powdered sand fringed by emerald water. The backside of the beach is a rather steep limestone cliff, cover with lush vegetation that offers monkeys a comfortable habitat, which is where it gets the name from. It’s also a good snorkeling point nearby and photography, but beware of the monkeys and do not go to close to them.

Rang Yai Island is a lovely small uninhabited island about 5 km off the east coast of Phuket. The island is a little slice of paradise. It is best known for its pearl farm and it has also developed into something of a mini activity center.  The island has a beautiful, long sandy beach on its eastern side, facing Phuket. The water is clear and inviting. It is a lovely beach for a swim.

Itinerary

  • 06:40am – 09:00am Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina
  • 09:30am Depart from Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina to Phi Phi by speedboat
  • Sightseeing at Monkey Beach for taking photos
  • Buffet lunch at Phi Phi Don restaurant
  • Sightseeing and taking photos at Viking Cave
  • Swimming and snorkeling in emerald water at Pileh Cove
  • Sightseeing and taking photos at Loh Samah Bay
  • Sightseeing and snorkeling at Maya Bay where was filmed "The Beach"and taking photos
  • Enjoy relaxing and swimming at Rang Island
  • 05:00pm Retum to Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina and transfer back to your hotel

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathu 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Actual information about your boat tour, English-speaking tour guide

  • Free round trip transfer from Patong, Kata, Karon, Tri Trang, Kathu, Phuket Town
  • Small refreshment in Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina, Small refreshment on-board
  • Delicious lunch
  • Life jackets on-board, Snorkeling equipment
  • Travel insurance

What's Not Included

  • National park fee(400THB per adult and 200THB per child) to be paid at point of entry
  • Extra Transfer Charge 200 THB/PAX(Round Trip) : Leam Hin, Kamala, Surin, Bangtao, Ao Po, Laguna zone
  • Extra Transfer Charge 200 THB/PAX(Round Trip) : Rawai, Sai Yuan, Nai Harn, Baan Krating
  • Extra Transfer Charge 200 THB/PAX(Round Trip) : Layan
  • Extra Transfer Charge 1,200 THB/Private Van(Round Trip)

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.
  • 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
  • Guests who are pregnant or have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are not recommended to join the tour
  • • 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.
  • • Or, 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 : Patong, Kata, Karon, Tri Trang, Kathu, Phuket Town
    • Extra Transfer Charge 200 THB/PAX(Round Trip) : Leam Hin, Kamala, Surin, Bangtao, Ao Po, Laguna zone, Rawai, Sai Yuan, Nai Harn, Baan Krating, Layan
    • Extra Transfer Charge 1,200 THB/Private Van(Round Trip) : Nai Thon, Nai Yang, Mai Khao, Cape Panwa, Makham Bay, Koh Si Ray
    • 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 9 hours finish where they began, in Kathu.

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