Krabi: Four Islands Longtail Boat Tour & Snorkeling

Four Islands in One Morning: Longtail Boat from Krabi to Tup Island's Tidal Sandbar

You board a longtail or speedboat in Krabi and spend the morning island-hopping to four separate stops: Phra Nang Beach with its spirit house and climbing routes, Chicken Island, Tup Island with its low-tide sandbar, and a white sand beach for swimming. Snorkeling equipment, lunch, and all entry fees are included, and the guide handles the timing so you're back at your hotel by early afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Phra Nang Beach40m
2. Tup Island1h · entry included

Four Islands island hopping tour

• Depart from Krabi by boat
• Visit Phra Nang Beach for rock climbing
• Explore Chicken Island
• Walk between Tup Island and Koh Dan Khwan
• Relax and sunbathe on white sandy beach
• Swim and snorkel in clear waters
• Return to Krabi

The experience

Most island tours in Krabi pack the same three stops into the same eight-hour loop. This one cuts that in half. You're back at your hotel by early afternoon, which means you either have the rest of the day free or you're not choosing between snorkeling and lunch. The boat leaves early, which is the whole point. By the time other groups are boarding, you're already in the water at Phra Nang Beach, where the limestone cliffs rise straight up from the sand and the rock climbers are already working the routes. Your guide points out the old spirit house tucked into the rock face, and then you're moving again.

The four islands tour from Krabi hits Phra Nang, Chicken Island (which does look like a chicken head if you squint), Tup Island, and a white sand beach for swimming. What makes Tup different is the tidal sandbar, when the tide goes out, the sea pulls back and leaves a strip of white sand connecting two islands. You can walk between them. It's the kind of thing that sounds small until you're standing on it and the water is gone. Snorkeling gear is included, so you don't rent it separately or wonder if it fits. The coral reef around the islands is shallow enough to see from the boat, and the water is clear enough that you can count the fish.

Lunch happens on the beach, not on the boat, which changes the whole rhythm of the day. You're sitting down, not balancing a plate on your lap while the boat rocks. The guide speaks English and knows which stops are worth the time and which ones people skip. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you're not negotiating a tuk-tuk fare at 7 a.m. or figuring out which pier to walk to. The boat is either a traditional longtail (slower, more stable, better photos) or a speedboat (faster, more stops possible), depending on the day and the group size. Either way, you're snorkeling in the Andaman Sea, not watching other people do it from the deck.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Krabi, snorkeling mask and fins, lunch on the beach, all national park entry fees, soft drinks and water throughout the day, and an English-speaking guide who knows the islands and the tides.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h 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.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Famous Tourism

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want the main islands without spending a full day on the water. The morning-only schedule means you're snorkeling and back before lunch time ends, leaving your afternoon open.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

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 24h before the start.

How long is the four islands tour from Krabi?

The morning tour runs approximately 4–5 hours on the water, including hotel pickup and drop-off. You're back by early afternoon.

What's included in the tour price?

Hotel transfers, snorkeling mask and fins, lunch, all national park entry fees, soft drinks and water, and an English-speaking guide.

Is Tup Island really connected by a sandbar at low tide?

Yes. Tup Island is connected to Koh Dan Khwan by a white sand and limestone beach that appears as the tide recedes, creating a walkable passage between the two islands.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?

No. Mask and fins are provided. Bring a towel and sunscreen.

What's the difference between the longtail boat and speedboat options?

The longtail is traditional, slower, and more stable for photography. The speedboat is faster and may allow more stops. Both visit the same four islands.

Is this tour suitable for non-swimmers?

Yes. You can stay on the boat or wade in shallow water. The guide can adjust the snorkeling time based on your comfort level.

What time does the tour start?

Hotel pickup begins early morning (exact time depends on your hotel location). The boat departs from the pier shortly after.

Are there age restrictions?

Infants must sit on an adult's lap. The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular concerns.