Phang Nga Bay: Kayaking & Snorkeling with James Bond Island

Paddle through Phang Nga's limestone maze, then float in emerald lagoons

You paddle through Ao Phang Nga's famous limestone lagoons without doing the paddling yourself, visit James Bond Island and Hong Islands, eat a buffet lunch with unlimited drinks, and snorkel in the bay: all with hotel pickup from Phuket included. The tide sets your start time, so confirm your pickup window after booking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Phang Nga Bay1h · entry included
2. Hong Islands15m · entry included
3. James Bond Island45m
4. Ao Phang Nga National Park1h · entry included

Phang Nga Bay kayaking and sightseeing

• Depart from lounge to pier
• Guided tour of Phang Nga Bay
• Sightseeing at Hong Islands
• Visit James Bond Island
• Canoeing in the bay
• Lunch break
• Swimming and snorkeling at Ao Phang Nga
• Return to pier

The experience

Limestone walls tower above the water like something from a film set, and that's because they are. The boat leaves the pier and heads straight into Ao Phang Nga National Park, where the karst formations that made James Bond Island famous rise out of the bay in shades of gray and green. You're not paddling yourself. One of the crew handles the kayak while you sit and watch the landscape shift. Fifteen minutes at Hong Islands to take in the rock formations, then forty-five minutes at James Bond Island itself, where you can stand on the beach and see why the location scouts chose it.

The kayaking part comes next: thirty minutes paddling into the lagoons of Hong and Panak islands, where the water goes so still it looks like glass. The crew member does the work, so you're free to look around, take photos, or just sit with the quiet. After that, lunch happens on a platform or beach (depends on the tide and the day), and it's a buffet spread with Thai dishes, plus unlimited drinks and snacks. You get an hour to eat, swim, and snorkel in the shallows if you want to. The water's warm and the reef isn't far from shore.

The whole day runs long. You're out from morning until late afternoon, and the start time shifts depending on the tide, so you'll get a specific pickup window once you book. Hotel pickup in Phuket is included, which saves the hassle of finding the pier yourself. One thing to know: this is not a self-paddle tour, so if you were hoping to do the paddling yourself, this isn't it. The crew handles the kayak, which also means it works for people who aren't strong swimmers or don't have kayaking experience. Vegetarian meals are available if you ask when you book, and they can handle other dietary needs too.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Phuket, kayak and paddle for the lagoon paddle, a buffet lunch with Thai dishes, unlimited beverages and snacks throughout the day, and one hour for swimming and snorkeling in Ao Phang Nga National Park. Vegetarian meals are available if you request them at booking.

Options for this experience

2 options

Ex. PhuketGuide in 4 languages · 07:30Lasts 1 day; pickup is included

Ex. KhaolakGuide in 4 languages · 07:30Pickup 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 timesTuesday, Thursday and SaturdayDeparts at 07:30

Book up to10h before

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

GroupUp to 35

Live guideEnglish, French, German and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by MY Holiday Centre

Is this one for you?Right for travelers based in Phuket who want to see Phang Nga Bay's limestone islands and lagoons without arranging their own boat or transport. The crew handles the paddling, so it works whether you're a strong swimmer or not. Just plan for a full day out, since the tide schedule means you're committed from pickup to drop-off.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French, German and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): 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.

Do I have to paddle the kayak myself?

No. A crew member paddles while you sit in the kayak. This makes it accessible for non-swimmers and people without paddling experience.

What's included in the day?

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Phuket, kayak and paddle, buffet lunch, unlimited beverages, snacks, and one hour for swimming and snorkeling.

Why does the start time change?

The tour timing depends on the tide in Phang Nga Bay. You'll receive your specific pickup window once you book.

Is James Bond Island worth the trip?

It's a forty-five-minute stop where you can walk on the beach and see the limestone formations used in the films. It's one of several stops, not the whole day.

Can I snorkel?

Yes, there's one hour set aside for swimming and snorkeling in the bay after lunch.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

Vegetarian options are available. Tell the operator about any dietary needs when you book.

Is this tour suitable for weak swimmers?

Yes. Since the crew paddles the kayak, swimming ability isn't required. You can stay in the boat or wade in shallow water during the snorkel break.

How long is the full day?

You're out from morning until late afternoon. The exact duration depends on your pickup time and the tide schedule.