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15 Private Island Boat Tours in Thailand to Build a Day Around

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This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 private island boat tours in Thailand worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to check before you pay.

Phi Phi Island Private Boat Tour - Pileh Bay, where the boat becomes your swimming platform
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Phi Phi Island Private Boat Tour

1.Phi Phi Island Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 685 reviews Our pick

Take a private speedboat from Phuket to Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, Nui Beach, and Koh Rang Yai. Guides such as Yaya, Jessica, Jimmy, and Faii tailor the day, with snorkeling gear, drinks, snacks, and private transport included.

“Amazing experience! First class service all the way. They took excellent care of me and my 3 kids and knew all the spots to go to avoid crowds. Highly recommend them!”

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Krabi: Island Hopping Tour by Private Longtail Boat - Picking between four very different routes
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Krabi: Island Hopping Tour by Private Longtail Boat

2.Island Hopping Tour by Private Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 526 reviews

Take a private longtail boat from Ao Nang with a local captain, fresh fruit, water, masks, and life jackets. Choose three nearby islands, add Railay, visit Hong Island and its 360-degree viewpoint, or see seven islands in one flexible half-day trip.

“Amazing experience! Our guide was so lovely and the island were beautiful. Totally worth it and i would high recommend it 😊🌟”

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Krabi: Private Luxury Longtail Boat Island Hopping Tour - Pick the route that matches your day
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Krabi: Private Luxury Longtail Boat Island Hopping Tour

3.Private Luxury Longtail Boat Island Hopping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 440 reviews · 4 - 8 hours

Take a private longtail boat from Krabi to the 4 Islands, Hong Island, or both. You get hotel pickup in Ao Nang, a picnic meal, drinks, fruit, snorkeling gear, towels, and a flexible schedule. Guides such as Fern and Sana are known for thoughtful service and taking excellent photos.

“It was such a brilliant afternoon. Binc, Fern and our longtail boat driver took very good care of us and we loved the islands we visited. It was nice to be out on the water to see the sunset. Would definitely recommend it!”

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Koh Samui: Private Longtail Boat to Pig Island with Snorkel - Koh Tan is the snorkeling stop, when the sea allows
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Koh Samui: Private Longtail Boat to Pig Island with Snorkel

4.Private Longtail Boat to Pig Island with Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 330 reviews

From Thong Krut Pier, your private longtail boat and local Thai captain take you to Koh Tan for snorkeling, then Koh Madsum, known as Pig Island. You get about 2.5 hours to swim, relax, and meet the pigs. Snorkeling depends on sea conditions, and hotel transfers are not included.

“Amazing day, great service, lovely people. Very good value for money.”

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James Bond Island Private Boat Tour - Koh Panak and its monkey sightings
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James Bond Island Private Boat Tour

5.James Bond Island Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 266 reviews

Cruise Phang Nga Bay from Phuket on a private boat for up to 15 people. You’ll visit Koh Panak’s caves and monkeys, paddle through sea caves, explore Koh Panyi, photograph James Bond Island, and relax at Koh Rang Yai. Guides such as Beer and Andy tailor the day to your group.

“Wow! What personal friendly service from 5Star Jessica, Sun & Kip. Communication was perfect, we planned this trip for a year from where to pick up and what time to have us back on the cruise ship, help with exchanging money, and everytRead more”

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Koh Yao Yai/Noi: Private Longtail Boat Island Hopping Tour - Starting from Koh Yao Yai or Koh Yao Noi
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Koh Yao Yai/Noi: Private Longtail Boat Island Hopping Tour

6.Koh Yao Yai/Noi: Private Longtail Boat Island Hopping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 244 reviews · 5 hours

Take a private longtail boat from Koh Yao Yai or Koh Yao Noi with a local captain to Hong Island, Lao Lading, Pakbia, and Hong Lagoon. Swim, snorkel, hike, and set your own pace. Early departures offer quieter beaches and a better chance of reaching Hong viewpoint before the crowds.

“Amazing experience. Our guide was fantastic. We did the 6:15 am slot and we were the only people on hong island and 3 other beaches! We swam with monkeys which was a very unique experience and saw sharks. Our guide and the captain took such good care of us and spoke great English. Such a memorable end to our time in Thailand.”

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Koh Samui: Pig Island Private Longtail Boat Tour - Koh Madsum, where the pigs own the beach
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Koh Samui: Pig Island Private Longtail Boat Tour

7.Pig Island Private Longtail Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 199 reviews · 4 hours

Take a private longtail boat from Koh Samui to Koh Madsum, known as Pig Island, then snorkel at Koh Taen. You get beach time, friendly pigs, life jackets, masks, and optional hotel pickup. The boat ride takes about 15 to 20 minutes each way.

“Pig Island was way more fun than I expected and the snorkeling was the best we had.”

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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel - Lao La Ding, Rai, and Pakbia add smaller island stops
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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

8.Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews

Take a private longtail boat from Ao Nang to Hong Island, Lao La Ding, Pakbia, Tup, Poda, Chicken Island, and Railay. Your guide handles lunch, snorkel gear, island information, and timing. Upgrade for sunset and a night swim among bioluminescent water.

“We were extremely disappointed. We booked a 4 island with night snorkel but that is not what we were given. We got to snorkel once after trying to find a jellyfish free spot but did not receive the night snorkel that we had purchased. On a poRead more”

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4 Islands Sunset + Plankton, Semi-Private Tour only 12 Guests - Tup Island is made for swimming and snorkeling
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4 Islands Sunset + Plankton, Semi-Private Tour only 12 Guests

9.4 Islands Sunset + Plankton, Semi-Private Tour only 12 Guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · from $81Best value

Join Krabi Vip Tour from Ao Nang at 12:30 for a seven-hour speedboat trip to Poda, Tup, Ko Ya Wa Sam, Phra Nang, and Railay. Guide Hat or Joy may lead the group, with lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, hotel transfers, sunset, and night plankton snorkeling included.

“Traveled with family & we were only in Krabi/Aonang for 2 nights. We had a fantastic guide, beautiful locations, refreshing snacks, and we had so much fun! The plankton experience was very cool too!”

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Private Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour by Speedboat - Phi Phi Leh, Maya Bay, and the famous limestone walls
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Private Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour by Speedboat

10.Private Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews

You’ll cruise from Phuket to Phi Phi Leh, Maya Bay, Pileh Bay, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Khai Nok Island in a private speedboat. James, Tommy, Dino, David, Tony, and other guides may lead the day. Snorkeling gear, paddleboards, snacks, transfers, and insurance are included.

“My husband and I booked this so that we could have a more private, customized experience and it was definitely worth it! I highly recommend the private tour if you want a personalized trip with all the bells and whistles. Our guide, Dino, and the entire crew was amazing and attentive. We had an amazing time!”

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Krabi 4 Island Tour: Private Long-tail Boat Charter - Railay Beach and Phra Nang Cave
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Krabi 4 Island Tour: Private Long-tail Boat Charter

11.Krabi 4 Island Tour: Private Long-tail Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 148 reviews

Charter a traditional long-tail boat from Ao Nam Mao for up to six people and visit Krabi’s island highlights, including Poda, Chicken, Tup, Railay, Thale Waek, or Phra Nang Cave. You get fruit, water, snorkeling gear, and hotel pickup, but an English-speaking guide costs extra.

“We hired the boat, to be away from the crowds. Best decision we made. Besides being a cool boat, all to ourselves, our driver stopped at some amazing spots for us, not crowded. He patiently waited while my sons did their exploring and modified the route to accomodate their whisky. I loved this day!”

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Phi Phi Islands: Private Longtail Boat 6-hour Trip - Starting from McDonald’s on Phi Phi Island
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Phi Phi Islands: Private Longtail Boat 6-hour Trip

12.Phi Phi Islands: Private Longtail Boat 6-hour Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 145 reviews · 4 - 6 hours

Take a private 4 to 6-hour longtail boat from Phi Phi Island with a captain such as Arun, Baht, Fad, or Lee. Set your own pace at Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, and Bamboo Island, with masks, fruit, and water included.

“Maya Bay was beautiful. Loved the snorkelling afterwards as you can still see the bay but not directly on it. Lots of fish to see. Fresh fruit provided. Plenty pictures offered throughout. Lovely to wake up early and see the sunset on the boat.”

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James Bond Island Longtail Boat Tour (Private & All-Inclusive) - Khao Phing Kan and the famous leaning rock
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James Bond Island Longtail Boat Tour (Private & All-Inclusive)

13.James Bond Island Longtail Boat Tour (Private & All-Inclusive)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · from $239

You’ll ride from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay with an English-speaking guide, then explore James Bond Island, Nail Rock, Koh Panyi, Tham Lod Cave, Ice Cream Cave, and more by private longtail boat and canoe. Guides such as Nick, Patty, Maria, Anny, and Bessica are praised for photos and flexible pacing.

“We had a fabulous day with Nick. We are thrilled with the beauty of the island the fantastic service we received from Nick.”

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Krabi: Private Long Tail Boat to the 4 Islands - The long-tail boat sets the mood
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Krabi: Private Long Tail Boat to the 4 Islands

14.Private Long Tail Boat to the 4 Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 98 reviews · 6 hours

Take a six-hour private long-tail boat from Krabi to Koh Mor, Koh Tup, Chicken Island, Koh Poda, and Phra Nang Beach. Choose a 5:30 AM sunrise start for quiet beaches or a 12:30 PM sunset trip. Guides such as Palm, Nina, Bee, and Tata are praised for kind service, photos, and flexible pacing.

“If you’re considering a long-tail boat tour from Krabi to the Four Islands, don’t hesitate—book it! The sunrise experience is absolutely breathtaking and truly one of a kind. Watching the golden hues of dawn light up the water while enjoying a serene breakfast at the beach was unforgettable (we were only 4 of us - my husband, Palm our guide, the captain and I). A special shout-out to Palm our guide, who was incredibly approachable and informative. She not only explained the highlights of each island but also respected our private space, making the experience feel perfectly balanced. Another big thanks to the boat captain, who navigated the waters ensuring…”

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From Railay: Island Hopping Tour by Private Longtail Boat - Hong Island and the 360-degree viewpoint
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From Railay: Island Hopping Tour by Private Longtail Boat

15.From Railay: Island Hopping Tour by Private Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 71 reviews · 4 - 6 hours

From Railay, your private longtail boat and local captain can visit three, four, or seven Krabi islands. Expect snorkeling, white-sand beaches, Hong Lagoon, the Hong Island viewpoint, fresh fruit, and a flexible pace. Early departures offer cooler weather and fewer people.

“We chose Option 2 and had a great time. The early start was absolutely worth it, there were fantastic views, and having time on the beaches with few to no other tourists made the experience even better. We especially loved the first two beaches, with the second being our favorite and one we wished we’d spent more time at. However, it started to get busy, so we decided to move on earlier than planned. The third beach was nothing particularly special; we only stayed there to make the most of what we’d paid for.”

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