Phi Phi & Maiton Islands Speed Catamaran Tour from Phuket
Island-hop four spots in one day without the packed boats
A full-day island tour from Phuket aboard a speed catamaran that carries 52 passengers instead of the standard 70–80, visiting Bamboo Island, Phi Phi Don, Pileh Lagoon, Maya Bay and Maiton Island. The boat includes snorkeling gear, clear kayaks, paddle boards and a long tail boat for the lagoon. Lunch is served on Phi Phi Don. A live English or Russian-speaking guide leads the day, and hotel pickup is included.
Step-by-step itinerary
Phi Phi and Maiton Islands Tour
- Arrive at Bamboo Island beach
- Buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don
- Shopping on Phi Phi Don
- Long tail boat sightseeing at Pileh Lagoon
- Visit Maya Bay beach
- Snorkeling and water activities
- Enjoy sunset at Maiton Island
- Maya Bay 1h
- Viking Cave 1h
What’s included
- Snorkeling equipment, clear kayaks and paddle boards.
- long tail boat for Pileh Lagoon.
- buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don.
- snacks and bottled water.
- landing and facility fees.
- restroom on board.
- hotel pickup from Phuket.
Times
- Every day No fixed time
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The experience
You start from your Phuket hotel and head to the pier for an 8.5-hour loop through the Andaman's most photographed islands. The catamaran's design (fewer seats, wider spacing) means you're not wedged in with 80 other people, and the timing at each stop is built around that smaller load. Bamboo Island comes first: white sand, turquoise water, time to swim and lie on the beach without the crush.
Lunch is a buffet on Phi Phi Don, the largest island in the group, where you can walk through the local shops and see how the island actually works beyond the tour stops. Then the long tail boat takes you into Pileh Lagoon, where limestone cliffs rise straight out of the water and the lagoon itself is so enclosed it feels separate from the sea. Maya Bay (the beach from the movie *The Beach*) gets its own stop. The bay closes in August and September for restoration, so check your dates. Snorkeling happens in clear water with tropical fish and coral, and if you want to move under your own power, the clear kayaks and paddle boards are there.
The day ends at Maiton Island for the sunset. Dolphins sometimes show up in the evening, though that's not guaranteed. You're back with water, snacks and a restroom on board the whole time.
Is this one for you?The boat moves at a steady pace across open water and the day involves multiple water entries (snorkeling, kayaking and swimming), so a moderate level of fitness and comfort in the sea are what make this tour work. The smaller passenger count is what keeps the timing relaxed at each island instead of a sprint between crowded stops.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Russian.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 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.
What's the difference between this catamaran and the bigger boats that leave Phuket?
This catamaran holds 52 passengers instead of 70–80, which means shorter waits to get on and off the boat, less crowding on the beaches at each stop, and more space to sit during the ride.
Is Maya Bay included on every departure?
Maya Bay is closed to visitors in August and September each year for environmental restoration, so it's not part of the tour during those months. Check your travel dates before booking.
What water activities can I do on this tour?
Snorkeling with provided equipment is the main activity. You can also use the clear kayaks and paddle boards included in the tour, and the long tail boat takes you through Pileh Lagoon where you can see caves and limestone formations up close.
Does the tour pick me up from my hotel?
Yes, hotel pickup from Phuket is included in the tour price. The guide will confirm your pickup time and location when you book.
How much time do you spend at each island?
The itinerary includes stops at Bamboo Island, Phi Phi Don (with lunch), Pileh Lagoon, Maya Bay and Maiton Island across the 8.5-hour day, with timing built around the smaller group size so you're not rushed through each spot.
Phi Phi & Maiton Islands Speed Catamaran Tour from Phuket
8h 30m · EN +1
from US$ 129 per person
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