Phi Phi & James Bond Island Private Boat Tour Phuket
Two Islands, One Day: Phi Phi & James Bond Island by Private Speedboat
You spend the day on a private speedboat moving between Phi Phi Island and Phang Nga Bay, swimming and snorkeling at Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon, kayaking through hidden island caves, and standing on the James Bond Island film set. Snorkeling gear, lunch, fruit, water and soft drinks are included. You bring your own camera and cash for the national park fee.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Phi Phi and Phang Nga Bay
- Arrive and check in with briefing
- Visit Maya Bay for snorkeling
- Explore Pileh Lagoon and caves
- View Viking Cave from boat
- Lunch and swim at Phi Phi Don
- Boat ride to Phang Nga Bay
- Visit James Bond Island
- Canoe through Phang Nga Bay Hongs
- Relax on Koh Rang Yai beach
- Cruise back to pier
- Maya Bay 2h
- Viking Cave passing by
- Phang Nga Bay 1h 30m
- James Bond Island 1h 30m
What’s included
Your day includes hotel or pier pickup (confirm with your operator), a full briefing with refreshments before departure, private speedboat transportation to Phi Phi Island and Phang Nga Bay, entry to Maya Bay and James Bond Island, snorkeling equipment, a guided kayak paddle through the Hongs, lunch at a local restaurant on Phi Phi Don, fresh fruit and cool drinks at Koh Rang Yai, and bottled water throughout the day. The national park fee is paid separately in cash on the day of the tour.
Times
- Every day No fixed time
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The experience
You're standing at the pier before sunrise, coffee in hand, while your guide runs through the day's route. The speedboat is already fueled and waiting. Within the hour you'll be cutting through the Andaman Sea toward Phi Phi Island, where the water shifts from grey to turquoise so fast it feels unreal. Maya Bay comes first: the beach from "The Beach" movie, and yes, it's crowded, but your private boat means you arrive early enough to snorkel the clearer water before the tour groups pile in. The sand is genuinely white. The limestone cliffs rise straight up behind it like they were painted on.
After Maya Bay you slip into Pileh Lagoon, a blue pool surrounded by sheer rock walls that only appears when the tide is right. Your guide cuts the engine and you float there, the only boat in sight, with the option to explore the hidden caves or just drift. Then it's back on the speedboat toward Phang Nga Bay, where the landscape changes entirely: 47 limestone islands scattered across the water like a chess game nobody finished. James Bond Island sits among them, the actual set from "The Man with the Golden Gun." You'll stand on the beach where Roger Moore stood, camera ready, and your guide will point out which scenes were shot where. The island itself is small and busy with day-trippers, but the private boat means you're not waiting in a queue to get there.
The kayaking through the Hongs (the hidden lagoons carved into the islands) happens in the afternoon. Your guides paddle you into caves and enclosed pools where the water is so still it mirrors the rock above. It's quiet in there, just the paddle dipping and the echo. You swim when you want, rest when you want. Lunch happens on Phi Phi Don at a local restaurant overlooking the bay, and it's included. After that, a final stop at Koh Rang Yai for fresh fruit and a swim before the short ride back to the pier. The national park fee isn't in the quoted price. You pay that in cash to your guide on the day, and they handle the ticket.
Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see both Phi Phi Island and James Bond Island in a single day without the hassle of coordinating two separate tours or sharing a large group boat. The private speedboat is what makes both destinations fit into one itinerary and keeps the group small enough to move at your own pace.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Arabic and Thai.
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.
How long is the full day tour?
The tour runs the full day from morning briefing through late afternoon return, typically 8 to 9 hours on the water and at stops.
Is snorkeling equipment provided?
Yes, snorkeling gear is included in the tour price.
What is the national park fee and how do I pay it?
The fee is not included in your quoted price. You pay it in cash on the day of the tour directly to your guide, who arranges your national park ticket.
Can I bring young children or infants?
Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available on request.
What's included in the tour price?
Private speedboat transportation, snorkeling equipment, lunch at a local restaurant, snacks, fresh fruit, bottled water, and soft drinks.
Is this tour suitable for people who aren't strong swimmers?
The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. You can snorkel, swim, or simply float and relax depending on your comfort.
Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?
No, snorkeling equipment is provided as part of the tour.
What should I bring?
Bring a camera, sunscreen, a towel, cash for the national park fee, and any personal medications. Wear swimwear under your clothes.
Phi Phi & James Bond Island Private Boat Tour Phuket
6h–8h · EN +2 · at your hotel
from US$ 1,337 per group
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