4 Islands Day Tour from Krabi: Speed Boat to Tup, Chicken & Poda

Snorkel four islands in a single morning, then return to your hotel by afternoon

A speed boat tour from Ao Nang, Krabi visits four islands in a half-day: Tup Island's sandbar and turquoise waters, Chicken Island's distinctive rock formation, Poda Island for snorkeling, and Phra Nang Cave on the Railay Peninsula. The tour includes hotel pickup and return, a Halal buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, and an English-speaking guide. It departs around 9am and runs five to six hours. National Park fees are paid separately on the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Krabi's local islands by boat

• Depart from accommodation at 09:00am
• Visit Tup Islands and walk sandbar
• Snorkel and swim at Chicken Island
• Take photos and snorkel near Poda Island
• Explore Phra Nang Cave and nearby beach
• Return to accommodation

The experience

The boat leaves Ao Nang around 9am, picking you up from your hotel or a designated meeting point. You'll travel by speed boat to four stops, each one a different kind of Krabi: Tup Island sits as a pair of small isles connected by a sandy strip that appears only at low tide, letting you walk between them through crystal-clear turquoise water. Chicken Island gets its name from a rock formation that resembles a chicken's head. The guide brings you here to photograph the pillar and swim in the shallows. Poda Island has no beach to land on, but you'll snorkel offshore and take photos of its dramatic limestone backdrop. The final stop is Phra Nang Cave on the Railay Peninsula, where you'll see the stalactite and stalagmite formations inside the cave itself.

Snorkeling gear is provided, and the boat carries bottled water, soft drinks, coffee, snacks and fresh fruit throughout the day. Lunch is a Halal mini buffet served on board, with a vegetarian option available if you request it when you book. The guide speaks English and Thai, so questions and logistics are straightforward. The whole outing takes five to six hours from pickup to return, which means you're back at your hotel by mid-afternoon and have the rest of the day free. National Park entrance fees (paid on the day of the tour) are separate from the tour price.

Weather and tide conditions can shift the order of stops or which islands are accessible, so the itinerary is flexible. Infants travel free but must sit on an adult's lap. The tour suits all fitness levels, though it is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or pregnancy. Bring a beach towel, sunglasses, extra clothes and sunscreen. Everything else (transport, meals, snorkeling equipment and travel insurance) is included.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return to your accommodation.
• speed boat transport to all four islands.
• snorkeling equipment.
• Halal mini buffet lunch with vegetarian option available.
• bottled water, soft drinks, coffee, snacks and fresh fruit.
• travel insurance.
• English-speaking guide.

Options for this experience

2 options

One-day Speedboat 4 Islands tripGuide in English or Thai · 09:00Pickup is included

Full day 4 Islands by yachtGuide in English or Thai · 09:00Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (1 to 3 years): free

GroupUp to 35

Live guideEnglish and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 6.07

Prices and times updated today

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by GR Rungtawan Co., Ltd.

Is this one for you?Choose the speed boat option if you want to maximize snorkeling time and island variety in a single morning. The faster boat means more time in the water at each stop and a return by early afternoon. The yacht full-day alternative suits travelers who prefer a slower pace and want to spend the entire day on the water.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (1 to 3 years): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Tup Island like when the tide is low?

Tup Island is a pair of small isles connected by a sandy strip that appears only at low tide, allowing you to walk between them surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise water. The shallow waters and abundant marine life make it ideal for snorkeling and swimming.

Can I actually land and swim at every island on this tour?

You can swim and snorkel at Tup Island and Chicken Island. Poda Island has no beach to land on, but you'll snorkel in the water offshore and photograph its limestone cliffs from the boat. Phra Nang Cave is explored on foot for its stalactite and stalagmite formations.

What time does the boat leave and when will I be back?

The speed boat departs around 9am from Ao Nang, with hotel pickup beforehand. The full outing takes five to six hours, so you'll return to your accommodation by mid-afternoon.

Is snorkeling gear provided, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling equipment is included in the tour. You'll also have access to bottled water, soft drinks, coffee, snacks and fresh fruit on the boat, plus a Halal mini buffet lunch served during the day.

Do I need to pay anything extra on the day of the tour?

National Park entrance fees are paid separately on the day of the tour and are not included in the tour price. These fees support conservation and infrastructure at the islands.