Phi Phi & Khai Islands Day Trip by Speedboat from Phuket

Maya Bay closes every August and September, so timing matters if you want to see it.

A full-day speedboat tour from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands and Khai Island, with stops at Maya Bay, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave and Pileh Lagoon for swimming and snorkeling. The tour includes hotel pickup from Patong, Kata, Karon and other Phuket areas; a professional English or Thai-speaking guide; lunch and snorkeling gear; and eight hours on the water and islands. Maya Bay is closed annually from August 1 to September 30 for environmental restoration, during which you can view it from the boat only.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Monkey Beach1h · entry included
2. Maya Bay1h · entry included
3. Ko Phi Phi Le1h · entry included
4. Viking Cave30m · entry included

Luxury speedboat tour to Phi Phi Islands

• Depart from Phuket by speedboat
• Visit Maya Bay and enjoy scenic views
• Swim in Pileh Lagoon's emerald waters
• Admire Viking Cave from the boat
• Encounter monkeys at Monkey Beach
• Stroll on Phi Phi Don Island
• Enjoy buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don
• Cruise through limestone cliffs
• Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
• Relax on Khai Island's beach
• Swim with colorful fish at Khai Island
• Return to Phuket by speedboat

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Phuket hotel (Patong, Kata, Karon, Kalim, Kathu, Phuket Town, Siray or Chalong), and a speedboat ride to the Phi Phi Islands. The boat cuts through limestone cliffs and emerald water, and the first real stop is Monkey Beach on Phi Phi Don, where you can walk the sand and watch the monkeys that gave it its name. From there, the route moves to Maya Bay, the cove famous for its cinematic backdrop and soft beach tucked between towering rock walls. If you're traveling outside the August-to-September closure window, you can swim and wade here. If the bay is closed for conservation, you'll view and photograph it from the boat instead.

Snorkeling happens at Pileh Lagoon and around Khai Island, where the water stays shallow and clear enough to see colorful fish without diving deep. Khai is small and quiet. Just white sand, soft water and the kind of beach where you can sit without crowds. Viking Cave sits on the limestone face across the water. The guide will point out the ancient wall paintings and swiftlet nests from the boat. Lunch is a buffet served on Phi Phi Don Island, with seasonal fruit and drinks included throughout the day. Life jackets and snorkeling equipment come with the tour, so you don't need to bring your own.

The eight-hour itinerary is built around travel time between islands and pickup-to-dropoff windows, so the exact timing shifts depending on where your hotel sits and how the sea runs that day. A professional guide speaks English or Thai and stays with the group. Accident insurance is included. The tour works for families with children from age four onward, though infants ride on an adult's lap and the boat's motion and sun exposure are things to plan for if you're traveling with very young kids.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from Patong, Kata, Karon and other Phuket areas.
• professional guide in English or Thai.
• lunch buffet and seasonal fruit.
• drinking water and soft drinks throughout the day.
• life jacket and snorkeling equipment.
• and accident insurance.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (12 to 70 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (1 to 3 years): free

GroupUp to 45

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.

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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 Siam Scape Journeys

Is this one for you?Small groups work well for this tour. The speedboat keeps the crowd manageable and the stops feel less rushed than on larger vessels. It suits couples and families who want the Phi Phi highlights without arranging their own boat and guide, and the fixed itinerary means the day holds together even if you're new to the islands.

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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.

Can I still visit Maya Bay if I'm traveling in August or September?

Maya Bay closes every year from August 1 to September 30 for environmental conservation. During this period, you can view and photograph the bay from the speedboat but cannot step onto the beach. If seeing the bay up close is essential to your trip, plan your visit outside these months.

What's included in the lunch on this tour?

Lunch is a buffet served on Phi Phi Don Island and includes seasonal fruits. Drinking water and soft drinks are provided throughout the day as well.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?

No. Life jackets and snorkeling equipment are included with the tour, so you can leave your own gear at the hotel if you prefer.

Which Phuket hotels does the pickup cover?

Hotel transfers are included from Kalim, Patong, Kata, Karon, Kathu, Phuket Town, Siray and Chalong. If your hotel is outside these areas, public transportation options are available nearby to reach the departure point.

What is Viking Cave and why do we visit it?

Viking Cave is a seaside grotto carved into the limestone cliffs of Phi Phi Le Island. It's famous for ancient wall paintings and swiftlet nests that cling to the rock face. You'll view it from the boat, where the guide can point out the details without disturbing the site.