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Speedboat Tours in Thailand: The 15 Fastest Ways Out

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A speedboat buys distance and an early arrival, and costs you a smoother ride. These 15 compare the Phi Phi, Similan and Hong island runs on price, group size and how many stops fit into the day.

Koh Samui: Pig Island & Koh Tan Snorkeling by Speed boat - A Short Speedboat Ride Instead of a Long Sea Crossing
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Koh Samui: Pig Island & Koh Tan Snorkeling by Speed boat

1.Koh Samui: Pig Island & Koh Tan Snorkeling by Speed boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,149 reviews · 4 hours · from $52Our pick

Spend a relaxed half day from Koh Samui’s southern pier visiting Pig Island and Koh Tan. Swim with friendly pigs, snorkel for about 45 to 60 minutes, and enjoy a Thai buffet lunch. Guides such as Sun, Joe, Cola, and Alex help with photos, equipment, and island details. Expect smooth short boat rides, though hotel transfers can take longer than the advertised four hours.

“Great trip. We thoroughly enjoyed it. The transfer and boat was good. Pig island was fab. The lunch provided was good with lots of food provided. Everything went smoothly and the guides were great.”

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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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From Krabi: Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Tour - Maya Bay: famous, beautiful, and tightly managed
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From Krabi: Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Tour

3.Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3,340 reviews · from $51

Travel from Krabi by speedboat with an English-speaking guide such as Sali, Payu, or Poyu. Swim at Pileh Lagoon, snorkel near Phi Phi Leh, visit Maya Bay and Bamboo Island, and enjoy lunch on Phi Phi Don. Expect a busy but well-organized seven-hour day, plus a 400 THB national park fee.

“the day trip to Phi Phi Island with Sea Eagle was absolutely fantastic! We traveled on boat #3333 and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. The crew - Mr. Kai, Mr. Leah, and Mr. Nat - were incredibly professional, attentive, and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable throughout the journey. Our tour guide Sali deserves special recognition! Always smiling and helpful, Sali went above and beyond to ensure everyone had a memorable experience. The boat was well-maintained, the food served was delicious, and the snorkeling spots they took us to were breathtaking with crystal clear water and colorful marine life. I highly recommend Sea Eagle for anyone looking to…”

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Ko Samui: Pig Island Snorkeling and Koh Tan Speedboat Tour - Koh Tan: one hour of water time
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Ko Samui: Pig Island Snorkeling and Koh Tan Speedboat Tour

4.Ko Samui: Pig Island Snorkeling and Koh Tan Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,673 reviews · 4h 30m · from $51

Take a half-day speedboat trip from southern Koh Samui to Koh Tan and Koh Madsum, better known as Pig Island. You’ll get hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, kayaking, a Thai meal, soft drinks, and an English-speaking guide. Expect about an hour at Koh Tan and up to two and a half hours with the pigs, plus a 50 baht island entrance fee.

“Fun day out. Speed boat was great and very clean. Pig island was beautiful.”

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Phi Phi: Morning Speedboat Tour to Maya Bay with Snorkel - The speedboat ride and what it feels like
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Phi Phi: Morning Speedboat Tour to Maya Bay with Snorkel

5.Morning Speedboat Tour to Maya Bay with Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,244 reviews · 4 hours - 390 minutes · from $51

Meet at McDonald’s beside Tonsai Pier 30 minutes before departure for an early speedboat ride to Maya Bay. You’ll visit Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Bay, Viking Cave, and snorkel over coral reefs, with possible blacktip reef sharks. Choose the full-day option for Bamboo Island and lunch. Guides may include Matt, Birdy, or Batman.

“Great value for money since the price included the national park fee. Boat was fast and got us to all the must see spots very quickly. Took a longtail tour the day before and this was like riding in a rolls Royce after that”

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James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat - Speeding across Phang Nga Bay
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James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat

6.James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,202 reviews · from $103Top rated

Spend a full day in Phang Nga Bay with guides such as Tommy, Dino, Ohma, or Kung. Cruise by speedboat, pass through Panak Island’s caves, canoe around Talu Island’s mangroves, eat at Koh Panyee, visit James Bond Island, and finish with beach time at Naka Island. Hotel pickup, lunch, equipment, and insurance are included.

“Super day out in the sea visiting many points of interest and wonderful areas. The only downside is the number of people for the boat. It was overcrowded. Also they not give you proof of payment for the national park amount you are asked to pay directly to them.”

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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

7.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

8.4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box

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

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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Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Trip from Phuket with Lunch - Maya Bay: famous, beautiful, and crowded
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Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Trip from Phuket with Lunch

9.Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Trip from Phuket with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 842 reviews · 9 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $52

Spend a full day sailing from Phuket to Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Bamboo or Khai Island. The tour includes hotel pickup, snacks, lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and insurance. Expect a fast, sometimes bumpy ride, busy beaches, and a packed schedule with guides such as Mario, Jimmy, or Sugar Sugar depending on the departure.

“The crew was nice and welcoming, but the speedboat was crowded and it was really bumpy, the boat is not comfortable at all, the 3 of us spend 2 days with back pain after the trip, one of the other tourist hurt his back pretty badly and have to leave the trip in the middle on a regular ferry to probably go to the hospital. Be aware that if you want to see the lagoon closer you will need to rent a longtail boat there with an extra cost, otherwise you will need to be waiting outside the bay on the boat for about 45min, be prepared”

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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

10.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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Phi Phi & Bamboo Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat - Hotel pickup and the Royal Phuket Marina start
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Phi Phi & Bamboo Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat

11.Phi Phi & Bamboo Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 797 reviews · from $129

Spend 7 to 8 hours island-hopping from Phuket by speedboat, with stops at Maya Bay, Pileh Bay, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Bamboo Island. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, lunch, drinks, and an English-speaking guide are included. Guides such as Tony, Nan, Tommy, and Noonit are often praised for their friendly service.

“We had a wonderful time, our tour guide Nan was super friendly and outgoing. The islands were gorgeous. The food was good, and they were able to handle gluten-free meals. Kids had a great time too. Book this one if you can.”

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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

12.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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Jame Bond, Panyee Island, Hong Island and Naka Island by Speedboat From Phuket - Hong Island: cliffs, lagoon, and canoe scenery
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Jame Bond, Panyee Island, Hong Island and Naka Island by Speedboat From Phuket

13.Jame Bond, Panyee Island, Hong Island and Naka Island by Speedboat From Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 783 reviews · from $65

Spend about seven hours exploring Phang Nga Bay by speedboat from Royal Phuket Marina. Canoe through caves near Phanak Island, visit Panyee’s floating Muslim village, see James Bond Island, and finish at Palm Beach Club or Naka Island. Guides such as Ken, Spicy and TikTok are known for lively explanations and friendly service.

“It was one of my favorite tour on the 15 I have done in Thailand. The crew was extraordinary and they explained some of de rock formation you can see. Don't hesitate ask questions”

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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel - Koh Poda: The Main Beach Stop
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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

14.Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $117

Spend 6.5 hours island-hopping from Krabi with a certified guide, daytime snorkeling, beach meals, and a night swim among bioluminescent plankton. You’ll visit Phra Nang Cave Beach, Koh Poda, Tup Island, and the Chicken Island area. Small groups are capped at 17, with pickup options from Ao Nang, Railay, Krabi Town, Klong Muang, and Tub Kaek.

“Don’t miss this fun trip. The tour guides were great and provided a relaxing and fun good time. The snorkeling and swimming locations were great and they even point out some of the wildlife. One of the guides even recorded some of tRead more”

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From Phuket: James Bond and Phang Nga Bay Tour by Speedboat - One hour across Phang Nga Bay by speedboat
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From Phuket: James Bond and Phang Nga Bay Tour by Speedboat

15.James Bond and Phang Nga Bay Tour by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 735 reviews · 7 hours · from $64

Spend about seven hours exploring Phang Nga Bay from Phuket by speedboat and sea canoe. Visit James Bond Island, Panyee Island’s Muslim floating village, Panak and Hong islands, then swim at Naka Island. Guides such as Nina, Sunny, Nicky, and Alex are known for keeping the day lively and well organized.

“Great day, great value for money and our guide Nicky made sure everything went well.”

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