11 Khao Lak Island Hopping Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Khao Lak: Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island by Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,142 reviews · 8 hours · from $78Our pick

From Khao Lak, you will cruise Phang Nga Bay by traditional longtail boat, paddle through mangroves and limestone caves, visit James Bond Island and Koh Panyi, then see the reclining Buddha at Wat Tham Suwanakhuha. Guides such as Marta, Run, and Bom are known for clear timing and helpful photos.

“Perfect day with a combination of stunning nature, adventure, island life and history”

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2.Khao Lak: Phi Phi & Bamboo Island Day Trip by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 75 reviews · 13 hours · from $125

Travel from Khao Lak to Phi Phi and Bamboo Island by fast, clean speedboat with an English-speaking guide, snacks, drinks, snorkeling gear, and a beachside buffet. You will see Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, and coral reefs in a long but well-paced 13-hour day.

“The pick up was exactly on time, our main guide P was fantastic, interacted with everyone onboard, constantly offering refreshments, knowledgeable and the sights were breathtaking.”

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3.From Khao Lak & Phuket: Trip to Similan Islands by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 44 reviews · 12 hours · from $125

Set out early from Phuket or Khao Lak for the Similan Islands. You’ll snorkel near Ko Bangu and Ko Payu, look for clownfish and turtles, climb near Sailing Rock, then eat lunch and swim at Miang Island. English and Thai guides lead the day, with Nancy praised by name.

““Nancy is an amazing guide and it was an amazing tour. It was one of the most enjoyable times of my life. Thank you so much to Nancy and the whole team.”

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4.From Khao Lak: Similan Islands Day Trip by Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 27 reviews · 10 hours · from $120

You’ll travel from Khao Lak to the Similan Islands by speed catamaran for four main stops: snorkeling near Islands 5 and 6, Koh Miang, Koh Ba Ngu, and Koh Similan. Expect hotel pickup, Thai and English guidance, meals, equipment, and a full day at sea.

“really good the islands a beautiful with crystal clear water. sadly the coral is pretty much dead but we saw many fish and a turtle. the climb to sail rock is a must, amazi g view”

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5.Khao Lak: James Bond and Khai Islands Day Trip by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 21 reviews · 10 hours · from $95

Travel by van and speedboat from Khao Lak to Phang Nga Bay, with stops at Panak Island, James Bond Island, Panyi village, Hong Island, and Khai Island. Expect a long, active day with kayaking, swimming, snorkeling, lunch, hotel pickup, and an English-speaking guide.

“little chaotic nobody knew what they should be doing. a guide while snorkeling told my daughter and her dad they could swim to the island, they went and got absolutely smashed on the rocks both injured,but daughter came off alot worse, lots of cuts bruises and really shocked so the guide was wrong to say this,but accidents happen. my daughters Goggles got smashed on the rocks and then lost in waves and they had the cheek to charge us £1000 baht”

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6.From Khaolak: James Bond Island Tour with Longtail Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 13 reviews · from $46Best value

Take a five-hour guided trip from Khaolak through Phang Nga Bay by traditional long-tail boat. Visit Tapu Island, explore Panyi Village on stilts, and look for hidden rock passages when tides permit. English-speaking guide Lybia is available to answer questions and take photos.

“A wonderful trip—Libia was a fantastic travel companion! Highly recommended!”

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7.Khao Lak: Private Long-Tail Boat Trip to James Bond Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 9 reviews

Take a private long-tail boat from Khao Lak to Phang Nga Bay, with a picnic at Panak, swimming or snorkeling at Hong Island, photos at James Bond Island, lunch and exploring at Koh Panyee, and beach time at Naka. Your English-speaking guide and crew serve one group of up to two.

“I paid an extraordinary amount for this tour and mainly chose it for my husband who likes to fish because it said it provided two fishing poles but when I asked about it, they said that was a different tour (even though it said on the "what's included" list. Then we went to James Bond Island and we were rushed the whole way. The boat and crew were great but the guide and plan was not. This could be good with the right tour guide and more accurate description. We also never stopped somewhere with water sports like it said. we basically spent the whole day on the boat and…”

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8.Khao Lak: James Bond Island & Canoeing Tour by Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · 8 hours · from $92

You’ll spend eight hours touring Phang Nga Bay by van, longtail boat, and canoe. Visit James Bond Island, paddle through Koh Talu’s caves and lagoons, eat lunch at Panyee Restaurant, see ancient cave paintings, and finish at Suwankhuha Temple.

“Very good day, guide was superb very knowledgeable and helpful”

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9.Khao Lak : Similan Islands Speed Catamaran Premium Morning

★★★★★★★★★★3.1 · 5 reviews · 10 hours · from $131

You’ll leave Khao Lak early for three Similan Islands snorkeling stops, white beaches, Thai food, and viewpoint walks. A premium catamaran, breakfast, equipment, hotel transfers, and an English-speaking guide are included. Expect a long, busy day with possible crowds and a separate park fee.

“staff were amazing. especially loved the ice cream after snorkeling and seeing the beautiful fish and a turtle up close was memorable”

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10.Khao Lak: Swift Power Catamaran Glide to James Bond Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · 7h 48m · from $115

Travel from Khao Lak to Phang Nga Bay on a fast power catamaran with an English or Thai guide. Kayak at Hong Island, see James Bond Island, eat lunch at Panyi, visit Panak and Naka, then stop at Rang Yai’s pearl farm. Fah Fah and Mimi are named staff associated with this experience.

“We had a great day. The crew of the boat and Fah Fah were super friendly and assured we had a fantastic day. As expected the spots are pretty crowded, but it was great to be on the water and visit some of the islands. Unfortunately our boat had some motor issues on our way to the last stop, but luckily the bigger boat of the tour operator was a couple of minutes behind us. The only downside was that we had our pick-up from Khao Lak at 6.30. Not a big issue when looking forward to a tour to see more of the country, but when we arrived at…”

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11.Khao Lak: Traditional boat to Phang Nga Bay and Hong Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 8 hours · from $163Top rated

Spend eight hours aboard a well-appointed Island Cruiser from Khao Lak, cruising Phang Nga Bay, touring Hong Island, and swimming at Koh Pak Bia. Your day includes hotel transfers, an English-speaking guide, breakfast, pancakes with chocolate sauce, and lunch. Check the vessel description before booking.

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