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The 15 Best One-Day Island Trips in the World

27 tours  ·  from $19 a head

Good one-day island trips sell out weeks ahead in high season and the early departures go first. Below: the 15 to book now, what each includes and how they differ.

Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch - Chicken Island: good snorkeling, famous rock, busy timing
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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

1.Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,812 reviews · 6 hours · from $39Our pick

Visit Chicken Island, Koh Tup, Koh Poda, and Phra Nang Cave Beach on a six-hour longtail boat trip from Krabi. You’ll snorkel, walk a tidal sandbar, eat Thai food on the beach, and swim beneath Railay’s cliffs. Guides such as Toy and Luna are known for warm, lively care.

“This day tour was great, our guide Ida was fun and energetic, she added a lot of positivity to the experience. Each of the island stop are very beautiful and we enjoyed stopping at each one to swim and snorkel.”

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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch - Hotel pickup and the speedboat ride
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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

2.Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,952 reviews · 6 hours · from $43

Spend six hours touring Krabi’s Hong Islands by speedboat, with beach time, snorkeling, lunch, fruit, and a climb to Hong Island’s 360-degree viewpoint. Guides such as Fay, Gina, and Payu are praised for keeping the day clear and friendly. Kayaking is optional but weather-dependent.

“This was a brilliant experience! Great organisation. Unlike many of the other boat tours, this one gave a lot more time to explore and relax on the islands themselves. Also it’s not too long either. The 360 view point on Hong Island is amazing, but be prepared for the steps! One of my favourite days in Krabi :)”

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Boston to Martha's Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour - Oak Bluffs and the famous gingerbread cottages
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Boston to Martha’s Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

3.Boston to Martha’s Vineyard Day Trip with Optional Island Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,162 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $129

Travel from Boston to Falmouth in a 24-seat air-conditioned minibus, then cross Vineyard Sound by ferry to Martha’s Vineyard. Explore Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, and Aquinnah on your own, or add a three-hour narrated island tour. Guides such as Tom, Johnny Boston, Elaine, and Jonathan may lead the day.

“I had never been before loved the ferry. I wanted to go to jaws sight but this was not included in tour. My fault for not reading the brochure ell enough and shops were typical for touristy area. Food fair and decent prices, the arcade was great while waiting for return ferry,”

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From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat - Spargi and Cala Corsara: the first real swim
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From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat

4.From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,414 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Spend seven hours aboard the Sea Star from Palau, stopping at Spargi and Santa Maria, photographing Budelli, and swimming near Caprera. Depending on the day, finish at Cala Coticcio or La Maddalena town. Expect multilingual commentary, onboard food for purchase, and crowded summer stops.

“If seated at the front of the boat, raincoats would be a good idea. Lunch was ok, but prepare your own snacks for the rest of the journey. Lovely places!”

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Phuket: James Bond Island Day Trip by Speed Boat with Lunch - Starting at AA Marina
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Phuket: James Bond Island Day Trip by Speed Boat with Lunch

5.James Bond Island Day Trip by Speed Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,081 reviews · 7h 30m · from $65

Spend about 7.5 hours with Thai Adventure Club exploring Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, canoeing through caves, visiting James Bond Island and Panyee village, then swimming at ZCoco Beach. Guides such as Jimmy, Emma, and Toy are praised for friendly care, snacks, photos, and safety.

“Amazing day, Timmy and the team looked after us all day, water soft drinks and fruit was provided during the day, would highly recommend!”

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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat - Meeting at Mandraki Port without morning confusion
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Rhodes: Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

6.Symi Island & Panormitis Monastery Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,784 reviews · 9 hours · from $53

Take the Nikolaos X ferry from Rhodes to Symi, stopping first at Panormitis Monastery for about an hour, then spend 3.5 to 4 hours in Symi Town. You’ll have open-deck and indoor seating, a snack bar, bathrooms, hotel transfers on selected options, and a map for exploring independently.

“Absolutely beautiful island Plenty time to wander and do some exploring. The monastery visit was respectful despite there being so many of us. The town of Symi is stunning, time to swim, eat or climb into the town for spectacular views.”

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Krabi: 4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box - Hotel pickup and the early ride to Railay
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Krabi: 4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box

7.4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 858 reviews · 5h 30m · from $35

Spend about five and a half hours visiting Tup, Chicken, Poda, and Phranang by fast two-engine speedboat. Swim, snorkel, walk a tidal sandbar, enjoy a Thai-style lunch box, and travel with guides such as Fay, James, or Canteen.

“Overall a great day! So well priced and got to see 4 magnificent islands. Got to snorkel and explore. A great day out 😎”

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From Sorrento: Capri Island Boat Day Trip With Transfer - From Sorrento to the Capri coastline
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From Sorrento: Capri Island Boat Day Trip With Transfer

8.Capri Island Boat Day Trip With Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 762 reviews · from $123

Travel from Sorrento to Capri with a hotel transfer and a small group of up to 12 people. Guides such as Italo, Giuseppe, Tony, and Valentino lead the island cruise, share local stories, serve drinks and snacks, stop for swimming, and give you four hours to explore Capri or Anacapri.

“We had a wonderful time! Tony and Valentino were our guides and were brilliant, sharing tips on what to do once in Capri as well as making the sightseeing boat trip around the island and back a lot of fun too! Highly recommend getting the bus into Anacapri to experience the chairlift for absolutely breathtaking views. This trip was the highlight of our time in Sorrento.”

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From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat - Finding the boat at Mykonos Old Port
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From Mykonos: Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat

9.Delos & Rhenia Islands Half-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 750 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $101

Spend 6.5 hours sailing from Mykonos to Rhenia and Delos with a friendly family crew. Swim from the boat, eat a BBQ lunch with drinks, then explore Delos independently for about two hours. Crew names linked with the experience include Mola, Mohamed, Michael, and Paola.

“I would highly recommend the boat trip! It was such an amazing experience. From swimming in the crystal blue ocean in Rhenia to the visit of Delos, the fresh food & drinks given by the crew and the wonderful happy ending of the journey with amazing music made the day perfect. Thank you again so much for this amazing day.”

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Phuket: Coral & Racha Islands Day Trip By Speedboat - Getting to Chalong Pier from Phuket
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Phuket: Coral & Racha Islands Day Trip By Speedboat

10.Coral & Racha Islands Day Trip By Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 526 reviews · 8 hours · from $56

Ride from Phuket to Racha Island for clear-water snorkeling, then spend about three hours at Coral Island with lunch, beach chairs, swimming, and optional watersports. Guides such as Jackie, Sasha, L, and Sunny keep the day organized, while hotel pickup and drinks make this a simple full-day escape.

“Great overall tour, and good value for money. Hotel pickup smooth, speedboat very fast. Snorkel was about 15 mins just on the surface wearing life belt, but saw tropical fish and good fun. Basic buffet lunch was ok. Right amount of time on the beach at each island. Guides looked after you well. We had coloured bracelets and were told times to meet. Great overall!”

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Corralejo: Adults-Only Catamaran Day Trip to Lobos Island - Lobos Island and the shape of La Caldera
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Corralejo: Adults-Only Catamaran Day Trip to Lobos Island

11.Corralejo: Adults-Only Catamaran Day Trip to Lobos Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 503 reviews · 4 hours · from $100

Join FuerteCharter for a four-hour adults-only cruise from Corralejo to Lobos Island. Guides such as Pascal, Pedro, Miguel, and Ele have led recent trips. Expect a small group, La Concha swim stop, seafood paella, drinks, underwater photos, and views of La Caldera, the lighthouse, and Puertito.

“Absolutely fantastic day around the beautiful Isla de Lobos, staff on board were attentive and ensured we had maximum fun but still remained safe. Would recommend to anyone looking to visit Lobos as the experience on board the catamaran with food and drink provided was amazing.”

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From Sorrento: Capri Island Day Trip with Boat Cruise - Starting at Marina Grande in Sorrento
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From Sorrento: Capri Island Day Trip with Boat Cruise

12.Capri Island Day Trip with Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 469 reviews · from $164

Join a small group of up to 12 for a boat trip from Sorrento to Capri. An English or Italian-speaking skipper guides you past the Faraglioni, Natural Arch, and grottos, with swim stops, snacks, drinks, and four hours to explore Capri and Anacapri.

“My Wife and I loved the trip. It lasted for just over 8 hours including a 3 hour stop on Capri. The guides were very knowledgeable about the sights and fun to talk with. The water the views the scenery was beautiful I highly recommend this trip if you plan to go to Capri From Serrento.”

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Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island And Ras Mohammed By VIP Boat - White Island and its bright sand
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Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island And Ras Mohammed By VIP Boat

13.Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island And Ras Mohammed By VIP Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $35Top rated

Leave your Sharm el Sheikh hotel at about 8 a.m. for an eight-hour boat trip to Ras Mohammed and White Island. Snorkel with guides, enjoy lunch and drinks onboard, and explore a bright sandbar. The group can reach 30 people, and snorkeling gear and park fees cost extra.

“Well first of all that supposed to be snorekling tour but that part was terrible starting from equipment which was a garbage in my case. Current was strong that means fins required but weren't available on board. Coral was very used no fish and very small area to snorkeling like a swimming pool more or less. Food was ok and boat but for me the most important thing was snorekling which was terrible. I have experience from quiet a few different places around the world.”

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Small Group - Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands AND Connemara in One Day from Galway - Two and a half hours on Inis Oirr
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Small Group – Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands AND Connemara in One Day from Galway

14.Small Group – Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands AND Connemara in One Day from Galway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · 8 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $151

Travel from Galway in a small group of up to 25 with guides such as Phil, Barry, or Sean. Cruise below the Cliffs of Moher, spend 2.5 hours on Inis Oirr, then return through Connemara and along Galway Bay. Bring warm layers, walking shoes, and lunch money.

“It was a really good trip. It gets pretty chilly on the boat but it was great fun. If you go, make sure to wear a little warmer clothes. Phil was absolutely the best!”

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Hanoi: Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Day Trip Cruise with Lunch - The Hanoi transfer takes patience
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Hanoi: Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Day Trip Cruise with Lunch

15.Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Day Trip Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 308 reviews · from $59

Spend a full day sailing Lan Ha Bay, cycling or riding an electric car to Viet Hai Village, kayaking, swimming, and eating lunch aboard a spacious boat. English-speaking guides such as Binh, Billy, and Charlie keep the day moving. Hanoi pickup is included, though the long road transfer makes this a packed day.

“Only thing that disappointed me was the weather all the rest met or exceeded my expectations.”

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