
Phuket by boat: Phi Phi, Phang Nga Bay and the Andaman islands
Speedboat days and sunset trips. Pick your trip and book online.
You’re going to love Phuket
Phuket is Thailand’s largest island, on the Andaman Sea, with limestone cliffs, white beaches and a sea dotted with islands. Within reach of a speedboat are Phang Nga Bay, with its caves, mangroves and James Bond Island, the Phi Phi Islands and the islands of Krabi.
Our trips here leave from Phuket with hotel pick-up: small-group speedboat days to Phi Phi and Phang Nga Bay, and a sunset-and-sharks trip in the dry season.


The 5 best reasons to take a boat trip in Phuket
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Phi Phi before the crowdsThe sunrise trip reaches Maya Bay early in the day, before the day-trip boats arrive.
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Phang Nga Bay by kayakPaddle into hidden lagoons and caves among the limestone cliffs and see James Bond Island.
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Small groupsThe Phi Phi and Phang Nga days are small-group speedboat trips.
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Hotel pick-up includedPick-up is free around the main west-coast beaches, and the operator sends the exact time the day before.
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Sunset on the waterThe Phi Phi sunset-and-sharks trip ends the day over the Andaman Sea.
What to do in Phuket from the sea
- Visit Maya Bay at sunriseThe Phi Phi sunrise trip adds a swim in Pileh Lagoon and two snorkelling stops.
- Paddle Phang Nga BayKayak into Koh Panak and Koh Hong, then see James Bond Island and Kudu Island.
- Snorkel with reef sharks aroundThe sunset trip stops at Bamboo Island and Shark Bay, where blacktip reef sharks are spotted (November to April).
- Pick your momentSunrise for Maya Bay before the crowds, or sunset over the Andaman Sea from November to April.

When to go to Phuket
Phuket has a tropical climate with a drier season and a rainy one. The calendar on each trip page shows the dates on sale, and some trips only run in part of the year.
Dry season
November to February
The driest and sunniest months, with calmer seas for island trips; the Phi Phi sunset-and-sharks trip runs from November to April.
€€€The busiest period: book ahead around holidays.
Hot and dry
March and April
Hot, sunny days with the sea still suited to island hopping; the sunset-and-sharks trip is on sale until April.
€€Good availability before the rains.
Green season
May to October
More rain and sea swell; trips can change with the weather. Maya Bay closes to visitors in August and September, and the Phi Phi trips visit Bamboo Island instead.
€Fewer visitors; check the trip page for notes.
Our pick: November to February, for the calmest seas and the full Phi Phi programme including Maya Bay.
How to get to Phuket
Phuket has its own international airport, and our trips include hotel pick-up in Phuket.
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By plane
Phuket International Airport (HKT) has connections with Bangkok and other Asian hubs. Check the airlines for current routes.
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By road
A road bridge links Phuket to the mainland; from the airport, taxis and transfers reach the west-coast beaches. Check operators for time and price.
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Hotel pick-up
Pick-up is free around Kata, Karon, Patong, Kamala, Surin and Bangtao; other areas may cost extra. The operator sends the exact time the day before.
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To the boat
The trips leave from Boat Lagoon Marina, on Phuket’s east side; the pick-up takes you there.

Boat trips and attractions in Phuket
The sea around Phuket is where the island shows its best side: Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon in the Phi Phi Islands, the caves and mangroves of Phang Nga Bay, and the beaches and lagoons of Krabi beyond.
At the end of this guide you will find our trips in Phuket, with live availability and secure online payment.
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How your day works
Each trip has its own meeting point, times and inclusions: check the trip page before you book.
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Book online
Pick a date with live availability and pay securely.
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Meeting point
The trip page tells you where to meet and whether hotel pickup is included.
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Safe on board
Professional crews, with life jackets and safety equipment where the trip includes them.
Your day, step by step
- 1Book online and choose your date.
- 2Check the meeting point or pickup details on the trip page.
- 3Arrive a little early: some trips ask for 20 or 30 minutes, it is on the page.
- 4Enjoy the trip with your crew.
Map and key points
- 📍NearbyBoat Lagoon MarinaDirections ↗
- 📍NearbyPhang Nga BayDirections ↗
- 📍NearbyPhi Phi IslandsDirections ↗
- 📍NearbyKrabiDirections ↗
Before you set off
Exact meeting point
All trips collect you at your hotel or accommodation in Phuket; pick-up is free around Kata, Karon, Patong, Kamala, Surin and Bangtao, and other areas may cost extra. The operator sends the exact time the day before. The boats leave from Boat Lagoon Marina, on the east side of the island.
Address: Boat Lagoon Marina · Phuket, Andaman Sea
Good to know
- Guides speak English and Thai.
- Maya Bay closes to visitors in August and September: the Phi Phi trips visit Bamboo Island then and view Maya Bay from the boat.
- The Phi Phi sunset-and-sharks trip runs from November to April.
- The operator may reschedule trips with fewer than six seats booked, as stated on each trip page.
- The operator asks for your passport number; you do not need to carry the passport.
What to bring
- Swimsuit and towel.
- Sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
- Your booking confirmation (on your phone or printed).
- A little cash for tips or fees paid on site.
What you will see
The islands, bays and lagoons you reach from Phuket by speedboat.
Phi Phi Islands
Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach and snorkelling stops, on the sunrise and sunset trips.
Phang Nga Bay
Limestone cliffs, the caves of Koh Panak and Koh Hong, the floating village of Koh Panyee, mangroves and James Bond Island.
Enjoy with peace of mind
Local operators
The trips are run by local operators who know these waters.
Live availability
Dates and times come straight from the operator’s calendar.
Clear prices online
The price you see is what you pay online; fees payable on site are listed on each trip page.
WhatsApp support
Message us and we will answer your questions before and after you book.
Ready to sail?
Pick your experience and book direct, or message us and we will help you choose.
Experiences we offer in Phuket
✓AvailablePhuket⏱ 8 h · 👥 up to 18
James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay, Small Group
Small-group speedboat day from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay: kayak the Koh Hong caves, James Bond Island, Thai lunch. Hotel transfer and park fees included.
- Duration
- ⏱ 8 h
- guests
- 👥 up to 18
from €123.08 / person
★RecommendedPhuket⏱ 8 h 30 min · 👥 up to 36
Phi Phi Sunset & Shark Spotting from Phuket
Small-group speedboat trip from Phuket to Phi Phi: snorkel Bamboo Island and Shark Bay, see Maya Bay and the Andaman sunset. November to April.
- Duration
- ⏱ 8 h 30 min
- guests
- 👥 up to 36
from €131.56 / person

