Where to Book: the 8 Best Bay and Coastal Yacht Cruises in Thailand

1.James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay by Premium Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,656 reviews · 330 minutes - 7 hours · from $120 a seat Our pick

You’ll cruise from Ao Por Pier to James Bond Island, then canoe through Hong Island’s caves and lagoons with local guides. Coco and the crew keep the day moving, while dinner, fruit, water, and soft drinks are included. Expect a relaxed yacht trip with scenic views, optional hotel pickup, and a sunset return.

“Great day out! We’ve done a couple of trips and this one was exceptional both in comparison but also in the day - we loved it! (& the other cost twice as much!) Calm, well organised, great communication, super trip. Highly recommend. Thanks asthma and team”

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2.James Bond & Phang Nga Bay by Luxury Sunset Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 154 reviews · 1 day · from $138 a seat

Spend a full day on a double-deck catamaran from Phuket, with James Bond Island, guided cave canoeing at Hong Island, Thai cooking, sunset views, and a floating water playground. Guides such as Art, Lily, Kim, and PK help with transfers and activities. The pace is relaxed, but the day is long.

“This is a great trip for families. The boat, even though full, was spacious. The tour proceeds at a relaxed pace. The scenery is great and canoeing and water-activities were fun. Please note there is no snorkelling on this trip”

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3.James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay Sunset Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $162 a seat Top rated

Spend 10 hours cruising from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay on a double-decker catamaran limited to 48 people. Visit James Bond Island, canoe around Hong Island, release a floating krathong, make papaya salad, and enjoy a sunset return with lunch, drinks, and hotel transfers included.

“Very well worth it. Would definitely recommend this day trip. Staff was excellent. Catamaran was very well kept”

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4.James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay by Premium Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $122 a seat

From Ao Por Pier, you’ll cruise by premium yacht to James Bond Island and Hong Island. Expect dramatic limestone cliffs, a kayak trip through Hong Lagoon, Thai food, fruit, bottled water, and a sunset at sea. The crew includes Coco and other English-speaking staff. Pickup, national park fees, and a life jacket are included.

“It was excellent. Nice welcome at their meeting place. We enjoyed it. Good food, good service. The yacht was comfortable and clean. They offered delicious food all day long.”

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5.Hype Yacht : VIP tour Krabi Islands & Phang Nga Bay from Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $277 a seat

Spend about eight hours aboard a Hype Yacht from Royal Phuket Marina, with pickup in the Phuket area, sparkling wine, a gourmet lunch, snorkeling, Koh Hong Lagoon, Ko Lao La Ding, and sunset sailing in Phang Nga Bay. The yacht holds up to 18 people, with a DJ and drinks available at the onboard bar.

“I could only highly recommend this tour - boat, dj, crew, route, pickup …. unforgettably moments and fun”

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6.Hype Yacht : VIP Tour Phi Phi Island & Maya Bay from Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · from $277 a seat

Spend about 8.5 hours aboard Hype Yacht from Royal Phuket Marina, visiting Pi Lay Lagoon, Maya Bay, and Monkey Beach. Hotel transfers, towels, lunch, soft drinks, fruit, snorkeling gear, a DJ, and national park fees are included. The yacht holds no more than 18 people, but this is a lively shared trip, not a private charter.

“Although Maya beach is crowded with tourists, if you want to visit (as well as a couple of other beautiful parts of Phi Phi island), then we think this is the way to do it. The boat is beautiful with good music, food, friendly staff, and plenty of seats (including up front if you want to be in the sun).”

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7.Phi Phi Island & Maya Bay Luxury Yacht Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 25 reviews · 8 hours · from $273 a seat

Spend eight hours aboard a luxury yacht from Royal Phuket Marina, with a DJ, welcome sparkling wine, fruit, soft drinks, a gourmet lunch, and stops at Maya Bay, Pi Leh Lagoon, and Monkey Beach. Hotel pickup is optional. The English and Thai crew welcomes guests aged six and older.

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8.Luxury HYPE Yacht to Phang Nga Bay and Hong Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 8 hours · from $273 a seat

Spend eight hours aboard Hype Yacht, limited to 18 people, sailing from Royal Phuket Marina to Hong Island, Koh Lao Lading, and Phang Nga Bay. You’ll get a welcome drink, gourmet lunch, fruit, soft drinks, towels, a DJ, and sparkling wine at sunset. Hotel pickup is optional, and Khun Emmy is among the friendly crew members praised for her care.

“We selected Hype Yacht for our family getaway and it was fantastic! The yacht is spacious and limited to a maximum of 18 people, creating a comfortable and almost private yacht experience. The food was delicious, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend this trip, a solid 10/10 experience!”

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