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Phuket - Speedboat Tour of the Phi Phi Islands

A trip to the famous Phi Phi Islands is almost compulsory in Thailand, and an early start gives you the chance to discover their beauty without crowds of tourists. A speedboat ride takes you to the best beaches where you can swim, snorkel and relax. And with Monkey beach, Viking Cave and Pileh Lagoon on the itinerary it's sure to be a great day.

Phuket - Phuket Airport Fast Track Customs Pass with Assistant

Take advantage of a fast-track service at Phuket International Airport and cut the hassle out of travel.

Phuket - Elephant Experience & Jungle Cafe at Elephant Jungle Park from Phuket

Dive into the heart of ethical encounters on this elephant feeding experience in Phuket. At the Elephant Jungle Park, you'll head to the Jungle Café – perfect for those short on time. Snap impressive pics as you watch the rescued animals free-roaming in the serene surroundings, and even better, have a chance to feed them under the watchful eye of trained professionals. What's more, you'll have a drink on the house.

Phuket - James Bond Island private boat tour

Explore the hidden lagoons and stop off at the world famous James Bond Island also discovering remote locations with the least amount of tourists and enjoying private beaches and lagoons.

Phuket - Khai Island private boat tour

Take a Private Boat Tour of the Khai Islands to ensure that you will discover the Khai Islands in the best conditions, with the least amount of tourists.

Phuket - Krabi Islands private tour

A trip to the Krabi Islands will allow you to experience a mix of great snorkeling, white sandy beaches, limestone islands and hidden lagoons also keep you away from the crowds.

Phuket - Phi Phi Island private boat tour

Take a Phi Phi Island private boat tour, a truly unique and customized tour to ensure that you will discover Phi Phi highlights in the best condition with the least amount of tourists.

Phuket - Phi Phi Islands Snorkelling Tour

Visiting the legendary Phi Phi Islands is a must-do when in Thailand. And there's no more stylish way to do so than this speedboat excursion. You'll zoom into the best beaches in the archipelago, and have free time to swim, snorkel and relax. Also on the itinerary are Monkey beach and Pileh Lagoon.

Phuket - Rok & Haa Islands Snorkelling Tour by Speedboat

Getting away from the crowds is just what this tour promises. You'll jet off to the islands of Ko Rok and Ko Haa in search of some of the best-visibility snorkelling spots. Spend the day swimming, snorkelling and speeding through the Andaman Sea on this speedboat cruise from Phuket.You'll kick off this tour in style as we zoom towards Ko Rok. But first, we'll make a quick detour. It's only accessible during high tide, but the emerald green lagoon at Pileh Cove will take your breath away. Jump off the boat and grab a few pics from the water. Next, we'll speed off to Lonely Beach on Ko Rok.Here, you'll be greeted by powder-white beaches, turquoise waters, banyan tree forests and nothing but your own footprints in the sand. It's all coral reef around here, so snorkelling is a treat. Enjoy a Thai lunch here, and before you know it you'll be gliding over the corals in the protected lagoons of Ko Haa.

Phuket - Surin Islands Snorkelling Tour by Speedboat

Surin Islands National Park is where snorkellers go for their fix of rainbow-coloured corals and white sandy beaches straight out of a catalogue. This full day tour features a speedboat ride from Phuket and a day of snorkelling at some of the finest spots in Thailand, as well as lunch on the beach. Escape to another world.Cue knee-deep shallow bays, clear water that glitters and Thailand's best snorkelling areas – it's the Surin Islands. You'll zoom over by speedboat in the morning to this picture-perfect archipelago, where with the help of your guide, you'll search out the best places to snorkel. You'll also stop by Moken, a floating village built entirely on stilts. After meeting the sea gypsy community, you'll get to sink into white sands and have lunch at a local beach ranger station. And with tropical rainforest right behind you, there's no better setting to sleep it all off under the sun.

Phuket - Ko Yao Noi Cycling Tour

Peaceful Ko Yao Noi is the star of the show on this full-day cycling tour. You'll hop on board a speedboat to take you across, and once you've donned your helmet, freewheel through plantations, rice paddies and mangrove forests. Then, you'll stop by a quiet beach for lunch and swimming time, before rounding the day off pedalling back along the east coast to take in impressive views of Phang Nga Bay.

Phuket - Western Phuket Boat Cruise

This cruise off the west coast of Phuket is all about getting away from it all. With refreshments on board and three stops for snorkelling, this is as laidback as it gets. Take in the impressive scenery as you sail past palm-fringed beaches and tiny isletsWith more than 70km of coastline, sailing along western Phuket is a treat for the eye. Long sandy beaches, densely forested headlands, remote villages and luxury resorts – they all make for a great backdrop. Your captain will find the best spots to drop anchor and then you can dive in for a swim or snorkel – three times.Visibility is this section of the Andaman Sea is usually incredible, making it one of the best places to see vibrant coral and colourful fish. There are few better places to snorkel.

Phuket - Phuket Sightseeing Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch

There's more to Phuket than amazing beaches. And this trip allows you to experience another side to the island. You'll visit the famous Big Buddha statue and Wat Chalong temple, taste locally grown cashew nuts on a factory tour and get to stroll down the famous Thalong Road.

Phuket - Island Cruiser from Phuket

If you're in search of some real chilled-out vibes, then the fairytale landscape of Phang Nga Bay is just the place to do it. You'll spend the day cruising the bay towards Ko Hong island, where a secret lagoon awaits. Swim and soak up the beauty that Mother Nature bestowed this land with on this full day island cruise – relaxation included.Step on board, and we'll soon be cruising out into Phang Nga Bay. It's one of the world's most beautiful archipelagos, and you'll find yourself swerving past limestone karsts, jungle-topped islands and dazzling beaches. And you'll get a taste for it all at Hong Island – the idyllic place for swimming.There's even a buffet brunch served on board, so as you're tucking in you can gaze out over lagoons, cliffs and caves. We'll drop anchor for a few more swimming stops as make our way back to Phuket at the same leisurely pace.

Phuket - James Bond Island by Speedboat

Departing from Khao Lak, this tour sees you speed off into Phang Nga Bay to one of its many highlights – James Bond Island. Sprinkled with Hollywood glamour, it's one of Thailand's top attractions. On this early bird speedboat trip, you'll also canoe through mangrove forests and have lunch in Ko Panyi.Starting early, you'll get to see the incredible limestone karsts in mesmerizing morning light. You'll travel by speedboat though the emerald-green sea to one island that everyone wants to see – James Bond Island, or Khao Phing Kan as it's known locally.Then it's time to ramp up pace with a kayaking experience, where you'll explore a fascinating network of mangrove forests at Tum Lod. Lunch comes courtesy of the locals at Ko Panyi – ‘The Floating Village' – a place built entirely on stilts. We round off with a chance to grab some snaps at the viewpoint of Samet Nangshe.

Phuket - Phang Nga Bay Kayak Tour with Sea Caves

This one is all about paddle power as you glide through the waters of Phang Nga Bay by sea kayak. You'll navigate caves and lagoons on Panak Island, Hong Island and the iconic James Bond Island on this exclusive full day excursion.

Phuket - Krabi Four Islands by Speedboat

What better way to discover Krabi's paradise isles than by exciting speedboat tour. Starting in Khao Lak, you'll zoom between palm-fringed beaches and towering rocks, and you'll call by some of Thailand's standout gems like Poda, Chicken and Tup Island, before exploring Ko Hong and Lao Lading, too. There'll also be time for swimming and snorkelling.

Phuket - Phang Nga & Ko Khai Island Hopping by Speedboat

Caves, mangrove forests and a floating village – this Phang Nga Bay island-hopping excursion has all the ingredients for a perfect day out. You'll be whisked from island to island – four in total – by speedboat, get to snorkel in glittering waters and grab lunch as you glide through Ko Panyi.The first of our four islands is Ko Panak. After an exhilarating speedboat ride, you'll explore the beautiful cave and lagoon there – keep an eye out for the ice cream-shaped stalactite. Next up is Ko Hong. This is a great place to get close to nature and enjoy the views of limestone cliffs and turquoise waters.Your adventure day continues with a trip to James Bond Island – Ko Tapu to the locals – and lunch on the floating village of Ko Panyi, passing lush mangrove forests on the way over. Last but by no means least, is Ko Khai. Relax on the white sands before venturing into the water to snorkel around the vibrant coral reefs.

Phuket - Similan Islands by Speedboat – Early Bird

This is island hopping at its best. The Similan Islands are untouched jewels in the Andaman Sea, and they're what dreams are made of – coral reefs, hideaway beaches and tropical rainforests. You'll take a speedboat over from Phuket early in the morning to beat everyone else, and spend the day snorkelling, swimming and lazing on the beach.The excursion kicks off in style with a speedboat ride to the Similans. You'll spot their lush green interiors from a distance, but the white haze of beaches against the turquoise waters will be your base for the day. Snorkel among soft and hard corals and go in search of some 500 species that call this place home.There are nine uninhabited islands in total, though the Thai royal family has a villa on Ko Miang. Depending on tides, you'll visit three or four of the islands, and lunch will be served on the beach during one of the stops.

Phuket - Phuket Sun and Sunset Cruise

A cruise from Phuket is heavenly at any time of the day, but there's a touch more magic as the sun sets over the horizon. You'll cruise out in the afternoon for swimming, sightseeing and snorkelling, then watch the sunset and tuck into dinner under the starry sky.First, is an afternoon at sea – imagine a boat gently bobbing along with the waves, snorkelling in clear as can be water and swimming to cool off from the sun's heat. And that's all you can expect on this cruise, just plenty of time to chill out on board and discover a bit more of Phuket's coast. There are even comfy cushions for an added comfort factor.Once the sun begins to set, you'll be treated to one of Mother Nature's greatest shows, for which you'll have the best seats in the house. But it doesn't end once the sun has tucked behind the horizon – a moonlit dinner then awaits.