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Top Things to Do in Southern Thailand and Andaman Coast

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James Bond Island Canoeing: Four islands, caves & lunch
James Bond Island Canoeing: Four islands, caves & lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (5,270)7h–8hYou get picked up from your Phuket hotel, spend a full day on a big boat cruising Phang Nga Bay with three separate canoeing stops, eat lunch on deck while heading toward James Bond Island, and return by evening. Paddle boarding and swimming are included at Nakae Island, and the guide handles all the logistics so you just show up ready to go.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Phang Nga Bay's main attractions without arranging your own boat or timing the stops — the fixed itinerary and included transport mean you show up at your hotel and the day unfolds. Plan for a full eight hours out, which is what lets you canoe three islands, eat on the water, and still be back for dinner.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfromUS$ 96View ›
Phi Phi Islands Day Trip from Phuket: Snorkel & Maya Bay
Phi Phi Islands Day Trip from Phuket: Snorkel & Maya Bay★★★★★★★★★★ 4.78 (3,497)9hYou board at Royal Phuket Marina and spend the day island-hopping by speedboat: two snorkel sessions at the best Phi Phi reefs, lunch at a private resort section with seaview, stops at Monkey Beach and Viking Cave, and an hour at Maya Bay. Hotel pickup and all gear included. Back by early evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Phi Phi highlights — snorkeling, Maya Bay, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave — in one day without arranging your own boat, timing the stops, or figuring out lunch; the fixed schedule and included pickup handle all three, and the private lunch section means you're not eating in a crowd.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-10%fromUS$ 78View ›
Phuket Thai Cooking Class & Market Tour with Pickup
Phuket Thai Cooking Class & Market Tour with Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (2,888)3hYou'll spend a morning or afternoon in a private kitchen station grinding curry paste by hand, chopping vegetables, and cooking four to five Thai dishes under the guidance of an English-speaking chef. The market tour option takes you to a local market first to taste ingredients and see where they come from. Lunch is included and cooked by you; recipes are emailed afterward. Free round-trip pickup from your hotel in Kata, Karon, Patong or Rawai means you don't arrange transport yourself.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to actually cook Thai food rather than watch a demonstration, and you'd rather not figure out which market to visit or how to translate ingredient names—the class handles all of that, and you leave with recipes you can use at home.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 62View ›
Phuket Old Town Food Tour: 15+ Tastings with Small Group
Phuket Old Town Food Tour: 15+ Tastings with Small Group★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (2,154)4hA small-group food tour of Phuket Old Town limited to 8 guests, led by a professional foodie guide through 4 hours and 15+ tastings of Thai, Chinese, Malay and Burmese street food. The tour starts at Ranong Main Market in the heart of the old city and moves through backstreets most visitors never find. Vegetarians and pescatarians can join, though 2–3 of the 15 tastings may not suit them; the tour is not suitable for severe shellfish or peanut allergies due to cross-contamination risk. Water and soft drinks are included; the regular departure times are 10:00am and 10:30am, with an occasional 12:30pm slot that skips the market stop.Is it for me?You'll taste 15+ dishes across hidden Phuket Old Town spots in 4 hours with a guide who knows the owners and their stories—the kind of deep dive that teaches you how to eat street food across Thailand afterward.Free cancellationTravelers' pickTop ratedfromUS$ 59View ›
Krabi snorkeling: 4 islands, sunset and bioluminescent swim
Krabi snorkeling: 4 islands, sunset and bioluminescent swim★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (1,997)6h–7hA 6-hour snorkeling and sunset cruise in Krabi departs at 2 PM aboard a traditional wooden junk boat, visiting Koh Ya Wa Sam, Chicken Island and Poda Island for snorkeling, paddleboarding and kayaking, then returns to Railay Beach for a night swim in bioluminescent plankton. Small groups, Thai buffet dinner, all snorkeling gear, paddleboards and a kayak are included; guides speak English, Spanish and Thai.Is it for me?Book this if you want to snorkel multiple reefs in one afternoon and end the day in the water at night—the bioluminescent plankton glow only happens after dark, and the fixed 2 PM departure means both the reef time and the night swim fit into a single evening without you building the schedule yourself.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 137View ›
Phuket Elephant Sanctuary: Ethical Morning Tour & Lunch
Phuket Elephant Sanctuary: Ethical Morning Tour & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (1,889)3h 30mYou’ll spend your morning walking jungle paths at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary while rescued elephants roam freely below. Watch them bathe and play from shaded walkways as your local guide shares their stories. Afterward, enjoy a generous Thai vegetarian lunch overlooking the sanctuary before heading back—leaving with more questions than answers but feeling lighter somehow.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 92View ›
Phuket to Phi Phi Islands: Maya Bay & Snorkeling Speedboat
Phuket to Phi Phi Islands: Maya Bay & Snorkeling Speedboat★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (1,594)8hYou board a speedboat before 8am from Phuket's five-star marina and arrive at Maya Bay early enough to have the beach mostly to yourself. The day includes breakfast on the sand, swimming in Pileh Lagoon, two snorkeling stops with marine life, a viewing of monkeys and the Viking Cave, lunch at a pool club, and free time on a private island. Small groups (max 18) and included equipment mean you're not managing logistics or sharing the experience with a hundred other tourists.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Phi Phi highlights in one day without arranging your own boat, timing multiple stops, or dealing with massive tour groups — the small-group cap and early departure are what make the quiet morning at Maya Bay and the snorkeling actually worth the trip.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −40%fromUS$ 163View ›
Phuket Zipline & Sky Bridges: 28 Platforms & Forest Views
Phuket Zipline & Sky Bridges: 28 Platforms & Forest Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (1,535)3hYou're picked up from your hotel, driven to the Kathu Waterfall site, and spend 2.5 hours moving through 28 platforms connected by seven ziplines and three sky bridges. The longest zipline runs 400 meters over the forest canopy. Meal and a souvenir shirt are included in the full package, and you're back at your accommodation by afternoon or early evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Phuket's forest side instead of another beach day and don't want to arrange your own transport to the site — the pickup and drop-off means you just show up at your hotel ready to zipline.Free cancellationfromUS$ 46View ›
Phang Nga Bay: James Bond Island Speedboat & Canoe Tour
Phang Nga Bay: James Bond Island Speedboat & Canoe Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (1,505)7h–8hYou’ll skim across Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, duck into secret caves by canoe near James Bond Island, share lunch on a floating village at Koh Panyee, then unwind on Naka Island’s white sands before heading back to Phuket with new stories in your pocket.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-10%fromUS$ 89View ›
Phi Phi Islands Day Trip from Krabi: Maya Bay & Snorkel
Phi Phi Islands Day Trip from Krabi: Maya Bay & Snorkel★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (1,498)7hYou start before dawn, arrive at Maya Bay while it's still quiet, then move between snorkel spots and islands throughout the day with a professional guide who handles the boat, the timing, and the safety briefing. Lunch, snorkel gear, life jackets, park fees and fresh fruit are all included. The early start is what makes the whole thing work — you get the famous beach before the crowds, and everything else follows from there.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Maya Bay and the main Phi Phi snorkel spots in one day without arranging your own boat, timing your arrival, or figuring out which islands are worth the trip — the 8am start is what gets you there before the crowds, and the certified guide handles everything else.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromUS$ 120View ›
Phuket City Tour: Big Buddha, Wat Chalong & Viewpoints
Phuket City Tour: Big Buddha, Wat Chalong & Viewpoints★★★★★★★★★★ 4.40 (1,398)4h–5hA half-day Phuket city tour from Patong, Karon or Kata with hotel pickup, a professional guide in your language, and stops at Big Buddha, Wat Chalong, Karon Viewpoint and Windmill Point. The route also passes through Old Phuket Town's Sino-Portuguese architecture. Minimum two travelers required; dress code applies at temples (knees and shoulders covered).Is it for me?Book the join tour if you're staying in Patong, Karon or Kata and want to see the island's main cultural and photo sites without arranging transport—the guide handles the route and timing, and you travel with other guests. Choose the private tour option if you prefer your own vehicle and guide for the same stops, or if you need a language other than English and want to book without the 48-hour advance notice required for group tours.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −17%fromUS$ 31View ›
Phuket: Phang Nga Bay Kayaking & Loy Krathong Floating
Phuket: Phang Nga Bay Kayaking & Loy Krathong Floating★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (1,241)10hYou get picked up from your hotel, kayak two limestone islands with a professional guide, eat lunch and dinner on the escort boat, and finish the day floating a handmade kratong under bioluminescent plankton in a sea cave. The midday start avoids crowds, and the fixed itinerary means you don't have to arrange transport, park entry, or timing — everything is coordinated around the evening light show.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Phang Nga Bay experience — limestone caves, hidden lagoons, and the evening kratong ceremony — without arranging your own transport, park tickets, or timing around the light show. The midday start and fixed schedule are what keep all three elements inside a single afternoon and evening.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 122View ›
Phuket half-day tour: Big Buddha, Wat Chalong, Old Town
Phuket half-day tour: Big Buddha, Wat Chalong, Old Town★★★★★★★★★★ 4.61 (1,158)4h–6hA half-day shared tour of Phuket's cultural landmarks—Big Buddha, Wat Chalong, Phuket Old Town and Khao Rang Hill—with a professional English-speaking guide and hotel pickup from central beach areas. The itinerary balances temple visits, panoramic viewpoints and walking through restored Sino-Portuguese shophouses without any obligation to purchase at the gemstone gallery stop.Is it for me?Book this if you want Phuket's main landmarks—Big Buddha, Wat Chalong, Old Town, and viewpoints—covered in one guided half-day rather than piecing together separate visits.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefromUS$ 25View ›
Phi Phi & 4 Islands Early Bird Speedboat Tour from Krabi
Phi Phi & 4 Islands Early Bird Speedboat Tour from Krabi★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (1,110)9hYou’ll start before sunrise with hotel pickup in Krabi and zip by speedboat to Maya Bay, Koh Tup’s sandbar, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach and more. Swim or snorkel in warm waters before relaxing on soft sand with a Thai buffet lunch. With an early start and local guide leading the way, you’ll catch these famous spots before most travelers arrive—and maybe find your own quiet moment.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −20%fromUS$ 82View ›
Phuket: James Bond Island & Hong Island Kayak with Sunset Dinner
Phuket: James Bond Island & Hong Island Kayak with Sunset Dinner★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (1,017)7h 30mYou kayak into sea caves at Hong Island, stop at the iconic James Bond Island in Phang Nga National Park, and spend the afternoon and evening on a luxury boat with lunch, sunset views, and dinner included. Hotel pickup, life jackets, and all drinks are covered. The group stays small, and the pace lets you actually see the limestone formations instead of rushing through them.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see James Bond Island and Hong Island's caves without arranging transport, park fees, meals or timing yourself—the boat handles all of it, and the small group size means you're not competing for space or the guide's attention.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −17%fromUS$ 160View ›
Phuket: Phi Phi & Khai Islands Speedboat Tour with Lunch
Phuket: Phi Phi & Khai Islands Speedboat Tour with Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.75 (973)7h–8hYou’ll swim at Maya Bay’s famous beach, snorkel among colorful fish near Viking Cave, spot cheeky monkeys at Monkey Beach, eat lunch overlooking Phi Phi Don, and relax on Khai Island’s soft sand—all with a local guide who keeps things easygoing. It’s a day full of saltwater hair, laughter, and those little moments you don’t expect.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-7%fromUS$ 89View ›
Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Tour from Phuket: Maya Bay & snorkeling
Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Tour from Phuket: Maya Bay & snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.26 (971)9h–12hA full-day speedboat tour from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands and Khai Islands in Ao Phang Nga National Park, with snorkeling at Pileh Lagoon and Phi Phi Don, a stop at the world-famous Maya Bay, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off included. The tour runs 9 to 12 hours depending on sea conditions and your selected option; Maya Bay closes annually from August 1 to October 1 for environmental restoration, during which the boat passes nearby for photos instead. Snorkeling equipment, life jackets, an English-speaking guide, and travel accident insurance are included; national park fees (400 THB per adult, 200 THB per child) are paid at departure.Is it for me?Book the Standard or Comfort option if you want the core Phi Phi experience—Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, and snorkeling—without adding extra islands. Choose the Catamaran option if you prefer a larger, more stable vessel and want free fins with your deposit. Add Bamboo Island if you'd rather spend time on a quieter beach than the Khai Islands, or pick the Khai Island option if you want the choice of water sports and beach services on-site.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-16%fromUS$ 43View ›
James Bond Island day trip from Phuket: Canoeing and caves
James Bond Island day trip from Phuket: Canoeing and caves★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (942)7hA day trip from Phuket combines canoeing through three islands in Phang Nga Bay: Panak Island (known as Diamond Cave for its mineral shine), Hong Island with its enclosed lagoon and heart-shaped sky opening, and the 66-foot vertical pillar of James Bond Island. The tour runs seven hours, includes hotel pickup, a guide in English, Thai or Chinese, lunch, and all canoe equipment; swimming and fresh fruit follow the sightseeing.Is it for me?Most Phang Nga Bay tours run on a fixed schedule with large groups and a long boat ride. This one keeps the group small, starts from your hotel, and spends the day in the water—paddling through caves instead of watching them from a boat seat, which is why the islands stay in your memory instead of behind glass.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −31%fromUS$ 99View ›
Phuket Phi Phi Islands Snorkeling Tour: Speedboat, Lunch & Stops
Phuket Phi Phi Islands Snorkeling Tour: Speedboat, Lunch & Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (920)7h–8hA full-day speedboat snorkeling tour from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands with an English-speaking guide, taking in Maya Beach, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach and Pileh Lagoon. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minivan, a buffet lunch with sea views at Ton Sai Bay, snorkeling equipment, and all local taxes. The itinerary and timings shift with tides and weather, so the day adapts to conditions on the water.Is it for me?Choose the hotel pickup option if you want to sleep in your room until the minivan arrives and skip the early trip to the marina yourself. The fixed schedule and included guide mean the day holds together without you building it—you show up, and the stops, the timing and the snorkeling happen on their own rhythm.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-7%fromUS$ 99View ›
Krabi to James Bond & Hong Islands: Speedboat Day Tour Avoiding Crowds
Krabi to James Bond & Hong Islands: Speedboat Day Tour Avoiding Crowds★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (896)8hYou’ll skip the usual crowds as you zip by speedboat from Krabi to Hong Islands’ turquoise lagoon, snorkel with help from your guide, eat Thai food on a peaceful beach at Koh Yao Noi, and circle James Bond Island for photos without the chaos. Expect small surprises — like real plates at lunch or hearing your guide joke about old movies — that make it feel personal.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromUS$ 129View ›
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