Snorkeling in Krabi: Private Longtail Boat to 4 Islands

Four islands boat tour: snorkel Chicken Island, walk sandbank, explore Railay cave entrance

A private longtail boat snorkeling trip in Krabi takes you to Chicken Island, Poda Island, Tub Island and Railay Beach over five hours, with hotel pickup from Ao Nang included. You snorkel at colorful coral reefs, walk white sand beaches, and cross the sandbank connecting two islands when the tide is low. The boat waits while you decide how long to stay at each stop.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat tour to 4 islands

• Pick up from Ao Nang hotels
• Board private longtail boat
• Snorkel at Chicken Island
• Relax and swim at Poda Island beach
• Walk sandbank between Chicken and Tub Islands
• Visit Railay Beach and walk to Pranang Cave
• Choose favorite spots to stay longer

The experience

How much time do you actually want to spend at each island? That's the point of a private boat. You're not watching the clock or waiting for a group to finish. The boat picks you up from your Ao Nang hotel (or Krabi town and Klongmuang for an extra charge) and heads straight to Chicken Island, named for the rock formation jutting out of the water. You snorkel in the clear water around it, seeing colorful fish and coral, then move on when you're ready. Poda Island comes next, with a white sandy beach where you can swim or just sit. Tub Island sits nearby if you want to explore both. The last stop is Railay Beach, where a ten-minute walk takes you to Pranang Cave and its small beach cove.

The sandbank connecting Chicken and Tub Islands appears during low tide, and you can walk across it if the timing works. It's one of those moments that only happens when conditions line up. Snorkeling equipment, drinking water and fresh fruit are included. You bring your own towel and sunscreen. The five-hour window is long enough to linger without feeling rushed, but short enough to leave your afternoon free. An English-speaking guide is on board, though the whole point is that you're not being herded through a schedule.

Island entrance fees (200 baht for adults, 100 baht for children 4–11) are paid on site, not included in the booking. Pickup time starts at 8:00 or 8:30 in the morning. Tell the operator which you prefer after you book.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from Ao Nang.
• snorkeling equipment.
• drinking water and fresh fruit.
• insurance coverage.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (11 to 75 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by For Friends Kayak

Is this one for you?Five hours leaves your afternoon open for other activities in Krabi, and the private boat means you're not locked into a group's pace. Stay longer at the islands you love, move on from the ones that don't grab you.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (under 3): 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 snorkeling actually like at Chicken Island?

Chicken Island has colorful fish and coral reefs in clear water, and the unique rock formation gives you something to navigate around while you're in the water. It's a popular snorkeling spot on the Krabi coast.

Can I walk across the sandbank between the islands?

Yes, the sandbank connecting Chicken Island and Tub Island is walkable during low tide. Whether you can cross it depends on when your boat goes out and what the tide is doing that day.

How long does the boat wait at each stop?

You decide. Since it's a private charter, you choose how long to stay at Chicken Island, Poda Island, Tub Island or Railay Beach. The boat doesn't move until you're ready.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup from Ao Nang, snorkeling equipment, drinking water, fresh fruit and insurance are included. Island entrance fees are paid separately on site.

Is there a guide on the boat?

Yes, an English-speaking guide is on board to answer questions and help with snorkeling, but you're not on a set itinerary or being rushed through stops.