Phi Phi Islands & Maya Bay Day Trip from Phuket by Speedboat

Speedboat to Phi Phi: Maya Bay, Bamboo Island & Four Island Stops in One Day

You board a speedboat at Laem Hin Pier and spend the day island-hopping across the Phi Phi group: Bamboo Island for swimming, Pileh Lagoon for the limestone cliffs, Monkey Beach for wildlife, Viking Cave for the history, and Maya Bay for the famous beach. Lunch, snorkeling gear, life jacket, and hotel transfers are included. The full day keeps you moving between five major stops without the logistics of arranging each one separately.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Monkey Beach1h · entry included
2. Viking Cave1h · entry included
3. Maya Bay1h · entry included

Phi Phi Islands and Bamboo Island tour

• Board speedboat in Phuket
• Cruise to Phi Phi Islands
• Arrive at Bamboo Island
• Explore Bamboo Island beaches
• Lunch on Phi Phi Don Island
• Swim in Pileh Lagoon
• Visit Monkey Beach
• View Viking Cave exterior
• Relax at Maya Bay

The experience

The speedboat leaves Laem Hin Pier early, and you're on the water within minutes of pickup from your Phuket hotel. The Andaman Sea opens up ahead (turquoise and flat in the morning light), and the boat cuts across it toward Bamboo Island first. The island itself is small, ringed with white sand that feels almost too clean, the water so clear you see the bottom ten meters out. You get time to swim, walk the beach, maybe sit under a palm tree and just breathe. It's the kind of place that looks like a postcard but doesn't feel crowded because the speedboat groups rotate through fast.

After Bamboo Island, the day moves through a rhythm of water and stops. Lunch happens on Phi Phi Don Island: local dishes, nothing fancy, but enough to refuel before the afternoon. Then comes Pileh Lagoon, where you're swimming in emerald water boxed in by limestone walls that go straight up. The cliffs are dramatic enough that you understand why this spot made it into every travel magazine. Monkey Beach comes next. The monkeys are real and they're watching, and the beach itself is quiet compared to the bigger tourist anchors. You'll see Viking Cave from the water: the guide points out the history, the local significance, but you're not climbing into it, just taking in the exterior and the stories around it.

Maya Bay is the last major stop, and it's the one everyone knows. The beach where "The Beach" was filmed, the one that's been on ten thousand Instagram feeds. The sand is powder-soft, the water is clear, and yes, it's crowded, but you're there as part of the tour flow, which means you get your time in the water and on the sand without the chaos of figuring out how to get there yourself. Note that Maya Bay closes from August 1 to September 30 each year for ecosystem recovery, so if you're traveling in that window, the tour adjusts to sightseeing around the bay instead of landing on the beach.

The whole day runs full: five or six hours on the water, multiple stops, snorkeling gear provided, life jacket included. You're back at your hotel by late afternoon. What you don't have to do is arrange transport to the pier, buy park tickets separately, figure out which island to visit first, or bring your own snorkel mask. The guide speaks English or Thai, lunch is part of the package, and the operator covers insurance. Bring a light bag, not a suitcase. There's nowhere to stow luggage on a speedboat, and you'll be in and out of the water all day.

What’s included

Your day includes round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off at Laem Hin Pier, speedboat transport to all five island stops, lunch with local dishes on Phi Phi Don Island, snorkeling mask and life jacket, bottled drinking water, an English or Thai-speaking guide, and national park entry fees. Insurance is provided by the operator.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

AgesAdult (4 to 60 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by One Asia

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay without arranging transport, park tickets, or timing each stop yourself: the speedboat schedule and fixed itinerary handle all of that, leaving you free to swim, snorkel, and move through the day.

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Top questions

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.

What time does the speedboat leave?

Pickup from your hotel is early morning. The boat departs Laem Hin Pier shortly after. Exact times vary by season and hotel location.

Is Maya Bay always included?

Yes, but from August 1 to September 30 each year, Maya Bay is closed for ecosystem recovery. During those months, the tour includes sightseeing around the bay from the water instead of landing on the beach.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, speedboat transport, lunch on Phi Phi Don Island, snorkeling mask, life jacket, bottled water, English or Thai-speaking guide, and national park entry fees.

Can I bring luggage?

No. Suitcases and large bags are not allowed on the speedboat. Bring a small day bag only.

How long is the full day?

The tour runs the full day, with return to your hotel by late afternoon.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling masks are included. Life jackets are also provided.

Who is this not suitable for?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy. It is also not recommended for adults over 60. Consult with the operator if you have health concerns.

How many people are in a group?

Groups are kept small, though exact numbers vary by departure date.