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Island Hopping in Thailand: The 15 Best Boat Days

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Four islands, seven islands, longtail or speedboat. These 15 are compared on how many stops actually happen, how long you get in the water at each and what lunch really is, with prices.

Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch - Hotel pickup and the longtail boat start
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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

1.Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,812 reviews · 6 hours · from $39Our pick

Spend six hours visiting Chicken Island, Koh Tup, Koh Poda, and Phra Nang Cave Beach by longtail boat. You’ll snorkel, walk a low-tide sandbar, eat Thai food on the beach, and swim near Railay. Hotel pickup, equipment, fruit, water, and an English-speaking guide are included. Private tours can start early or end at sunset.

“We booked this tour and we loved it (except the first stop which is really just terribly overcrowded and not wort it at all) the other 3 stops were so pretty and so peaceful. But what really made our tour great was our guide Luna, she is the most amazing, funny and genuine person i have ever met.”

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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch - Hotel pickup and the early start
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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

2.Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,952 reviews · 6 hours · from $43

Travel by speedboat from Krabi, Ao Nang, or nearby beaches to Hong Island, Pakbia, Lao Lading, and Hong Lagoon. You get beach time, swimming, snorkeling, lunch, fruit, and an optional kayak session. Guides such as Fay, Payu, Gina, and Hasan lead the day in English and Thai. The 360-degree viewpoint requires a stair climb.

“It was such a good experience we could enjoy the beaches, and the views were amazing”

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Koh Samui: Island Hopping Adventure in Coral and Pig Island - The early start and ride from Koh Samui
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Koh Samui: Island Hopping Adventure in Coral and Pig Island

3.Koh Samui: Island Hopping Adventure in Coral and Pig Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,453 reviews · 7 hours · from $57

Travel by boat from Koh Samui to Koh Madsum, where wild pigs roam a pretty beach, then continue to Koh Tean for snorkeling, swimming, lunch, and free time. An English-speaking guide such as Ann, Wan, Mario, or Namwhan keeps the day moving and often helps with photos. Pickup, gear, food, water, and insurance are included.

“picked up on time , only a small group so everyone was talking , the guide was very informative about everything, good value for money . pigs where amazing, the food everything. get day would definitely recommend”

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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling - Railay Beach gives you a quick start
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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

4.7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,916 reviews · from $39

Spend seven hours island-hopping from Ao Nang with English-speaking guides such as Green Curry, Daisy, or Rosie. You’ll snorkel at Yawasam and Tan Ming, walk the Tub and Mor sandbar when tides allow, eat a Thai buffet on Koh Poda, and swim with bioluminescent plankton after dark. Hotel pickup is optional.

“It was a lovely afternoon. Great sunset to watch. Loads of snorkelling opportunities and even in the dark! Tour guide was great too”

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Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour - Starting at Roong Siam Pier
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Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour

5.3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,379 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $24Best value

Take a 4 to 8 hour speedboat trip from Phuket to Khai Nai, Khai Nui, and Khai Nok. You’ll snorkel over coral, swim with small tropical fish, relax on white sand, and enjoy snacks, fruit, and unlimited soft drinks. Guides such as Simon, Bobby, and Johan are known for keeping the day friendly and well managed.

“Really good value and absolutely easy going. Snorkeling was pretty nice!”

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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim - Ko Ya Wa Sam, the first hour in the water
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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

6.Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,861 reviews · from $130Top rated

Join Michael and the Krabi Sunset Cruises crew for a relaxed 6 to 7 hour sailing trip from Ao Nang or Railay. A long-tail boat takes you to the wooden junk, where you can snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, eat Thai food, and swim with bioluminescent plankton near Phra Nang Cave Beach.

“Krabi Sunset Cruises was an amazing experience! Michael and his crew were incredible and provided a unique fun-filled journey for everyone!”

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Phuket: PhiPhi, Maya Bay & Khai Island Day Tour with Lunch - Maya Bay: famous, beautiful, and crowded
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Phuket: PhiPhi, Maya Bay & Khai Island Day Tour with Lunch

7.PhiPhi, Maya Bay & Khai Island Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,607 reviews · 8 hours · from $47

You’ll visit seven Andaman Sea stops on a shared three-engine speedboat, with swimming at Pileh Lagoon, snorkeling, Monkey Beach, Maya Bay, Phi Phi Don, Viking Cave, and Khai Nok Island. Thai buffet lunch, snacks, fruit, drinks, hotel transfers in selected Phuket zones, and English, Thai, or Chinese guides are included. Expect crowds and a lively 42-person boat.

“The whole day was amazing. JJ and the Team went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a great time. I can't thank PNT enough for a brilliant day of exploring ✨️”

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Full-Day Phi Phi Islands Tour with Lunch from Krabi - Snorkeling with fish, coral, and a useful briefing
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Full-Day Phi Phi Islands Tour with Lunch from Krabi

8.Full-Day Phi Phi Islands Tour with Lunch from Krabi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,392 reviews · from $122

Set out early from Ao Nang or nearby Krabi areas with guides such as Tuna, Marc, Elena, or Unn, depending on the day. By speedboat, you visit Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Bamboo Island, and several snorkeling spots. Lunch, drinks, fruit, park fees, insurance, and basic snorkeling gear are included.

“We really enjoyed our island adventure! Our guides, Tuna and Ivon, we're amazing. They took great care of us at all of the locations. Maya Beach was just a short stop for a photo opportunity, but right afterwards we had a lovely swim on the other side of the island. Another quick stop to see Viking Cave, then snorkeling.with sharks! (We didn't actually see any sharks, but some people did). Then off to see monkeys, then another snorkeling adventure where we saw seahorses. Finally a delicious buffet lunch and a final swim at Bamboo Island. The weather wasn't the greatest, but we still had a lot of fun. Definitely a…”

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From Phuket: Phi Phi, Maya Bay, & Khai Islands Premium Trip - Reaching Maya Bay by speedboat
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From Phuket: Phi Phi, Maya Bay, & Khai Islands Premium Trip

9.Phi Phi, Maya Bay, & Khai Islands Premium Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,328 reviews · 9 hours · from $52

Spend nine hours island hopping from Phuket by minivan and speedboat. Walk at Maya Bay, swim and snorkel at Pileh Lagoon, see Viking Cave, photograph monkeys from the boat, and relax at Khai Nai Island. English-speaking guides such as Ron, Deeno, Ken, and Boy lead the day, with lunch, drinks, insurance, and hotel pickup included.

“Great day, great guide & lovely to see the different islands however felt Maya bay was a bit rushed & felt we could have had longer here and less time at Khai island. Overall we had a great day and was good value for money.”

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Krabi: 4 Islands Tour by Longtail Boat & Thai Buffet Lunch - Starting at Nopparat Thara Pier
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Krabi: 4 Islands Tour by Longtail Boat & Thai Buffet Lunch

10.4 Islands Tour by Longtail Boat & Thai Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,038 reviews · 6h 30m · from $34

Spend about six and a half hours touring Krabi's four island highlights by traditional longtail boat. Visit Phra Nang Cave Beach, swim and snorkel at Poda, photograph Chicken Island, and walk the sandbar linking Tub, Mor, and Chicken islands. Hotel pickup is optional, lunch, fruit, water, equipment, and a live English or Thai guide are included.

“An excellent Day with a rigorous organisation ! Pick-up in time And we were Well informed. A really pleasant 4 island tour !”

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Phi Phi Early Bird & 4 Islands - Day Tour by Speedboat From Krabi - Tup Island and the sandbar near Chicken Island
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Phi Phi Early Bird & 4 Islands – Day Tour by Speedboat From Krabi

11.Phi Phi Early Bird & 4 Islands – Day Tour by Speedboat From Krabi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 986 reviews · from $81

Start early from Ao Nang for a fast-paced day around Phi Phi and the Four Islands. You’ll visit Maya Bay, Pileh Bay, Bamboo Island, Monkey Beach, and more, with breakfast, Thai lunch, snorkeling gear, drinks, and hotel transfers included. Guides such as Wawa, Dean, Natty, and Bai are known for keeping the day friendly and well organized.

“Bai and crew were awesome! I am a solo traveler and i recently got in a scooter accident. The whole crew was really accomodating and made sure i was having a good time. They even carried me off and on the boat so my wounds wouldnt touch the water! Although i couldnt do the swimming parts i still had a great time!”

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Krabi: 4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box - Tup Island and the Thale Waek sandbar
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Krabi: 4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box

12.4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 858 reviews · 5h 30m · from $35

You’ll speed between Tup, Chicken, Poda, and Phranang Cave Beach on a 5.5-hour trip from Krabi, Ao Nang, or nearby beaches. Expect snorkeling gear, lunch, fruit, water, hotel transfers, and an English or Thai-speaking guide. Guides such as Fay, Canteen, James, and Payu are known for friendly help and taking photos.

“Had a beautifully picturesque trip round the islands today with Payu as our tour guide who made it his mission to make the trip as fun as possible for us and provided fun facts about the islands with a smile. Would highly recommend!”

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Krabi to James Bond and Hong Islands Offbeat Speedboat Tour - Hong Island starts the day with limestone and water
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Krabi to James Bond and Hong Islands Offbeat Speedboat Tour

13.Krabi to James Bond and Hong Islands Offbeat Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 825 reviews · from $132

Travel from Ao Nang by speedboat to Hong Island, Koh Yao Noi, and James Bond Island on an eight-hour tour for up to 17 people. Guides such as Gina, Stephan, Tuna, and Aggie time stops around tides and crowds, with snorkeling, Thai buffet lunch, drinks, and hotel transfers in Ao Nang.

“Amazing tour guides, and crew. They planned the trip in such way that we visited amazing places that were not busy at all. we had English and Spanish translation on the trip and also amazing lunch. An, Our English guide (I probably wrote his name wrong but you know who he is), Mark, our Spanish guide and Kim, the trainee.”

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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Plankton Swim and BBQ - Choosing between a longtail boat and a speedboat
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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Plankton Swim and BBQ

14.7 Islands Sunset Tour with Plankton Swim and BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 808 reviews · 7 hours · from $49

Spend seven hours island hopping from Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Klong Mueang, or Tub Kaek, with stops around Railay, Chicken Island, Tup Island, and Poda. You’ll snorkel, eat a beach BBQ, watch sunset at Phra Nang Cave, and swim for bioluminescent plankton after dark. Guides such as Cha, Vee, Ming, and Nicky are known for keeping the day lively and well organized.

“The staff were amazing, provided us with information about all the locations, and were helpful when getting on and off the boat! The food exceeded my expectations massively, really tasty and decent sized portions! Would definitely recommend! Thanks again to the guides (team black)!”

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Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat - Phi Phi Leh brings the big scenery
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Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat

15.Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 788 reviews · from $94

Spend 7 to 8 hours touring Phi Phi Leh, Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Khai Nok by speedboat. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, lunch, and drinks are included. Guides such as Ohma, Tony, Kung, Nancy, and Oppo are praised for keeping the day friendly and organized, though the schedule can feel rushed.

“Awesome day out; great tour leader Ohma was entertaining, well mannered & clear with instructions. Remainder of staff conducting tour just as amazing!”

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New in Island Hopping

★ 4.44 Islands Day Tour by Speedboat or Longtail BoatFrom $30100 reviews
★ 3.9Khai Islands Premium Speedboat Half Day AdventureFrom $3818 reviews
★ 4.0Explore the Trio Khai Island Snorkelling AdventureFrom $3660 reviews
★ 3.9Coral Yacht Boat Tour to Coral Island with SunsetFrom $5433 reviews
★ 4.23 Khai Islands Snorkeling TourFrom $3686 reviews
★ 3.97 Islands longtail boat with Sunset and PlanktonFrom $35101 reviews
★ 3.8Koh Larn Pirate Cruise with Transfer & ActivitiesFrom $8322 reviews
★ 4.2Pattaya Island Trip With Drone Photo and lunch,Nature BeachFrom $3851 reviews
★ 3.2Lanta’s Hidden Gems: 4 Islands by Traditional Longtail BoatFrom $328 reviews
★ 4.2Day Trip 4 Islands by Premium Longtail Boat with Lunch12 reviews
★ 4.4Krabi’s Hong Island Speed Boat Blast with 360° ViewpointFrom $4112 reviews
★ 4.5Phi Phi and 4 Islands with Snorkeling by Speed BoatFrom $6435 reviews
★ 4.2Hong Island Sunset Tour w/ Beach Dinner+Night SnorkelFrom $6341 reviews
★ 4.3Hong Islands Sunset, Bioluminescent Plankton and BBQFrom $5441 reviews
★ 4.0Hong Island with Kayaking by speedboatFrom $638 reviews

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