Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island Boat Tour from Phuket
Activity provider: Siam Scape Journeys
Highlights
- Wat Suwan Kuha offers a unique spiritual experience inside limestone caverns
- Phang Nga Bay is famed for its towering limestone cliffs, emerald waters, and hidden lagoons
- Koh Panyee offers a glimpse into a traditional fishing community, built entirely on stilts above the sea
- James Bond Island, known locally as Koh Tapu, is a striking limestone pinnacle that rises from Phang Nga Bay’s emerald sea
- Khao Phing Kan is known for its unique leaning limestone cliffs, creating dramatic scenery against emerald waters
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This is a budget-tier entry to the bay, and the route opens with a temple stop rather than heading straight for the water: the day begins at Wat Suwannakhuha, a reclining Buddha housed inside a limestone cavern, before the boat portion gets underway.
From there the 7-hour itinerary moves through Phang Nga Bay’s karst scenery to Koh Panyi’s stilted fishing village for lunch (the longest single stop of the day, at around 90 minutes) then on to James Bond Island and the leaning cliffs of Khao Phing Kan. The guide works in both English and Thai, and the price includes lunch, seasonal fruit, drinking water, a life jacket and accident insurance.
Five named stops make up the day in total: the temple, Phang Nga Bay scenery, Koh Panyi, James Bond Island and Khao Phing Kan, each running 30 minutes to an hour aside from the lunch stop. Free hotel transfer runs from Patong, Karon, Kata and Tri Trang; other areas carry a surcharge of 200-300 THB per person depending on distance, and the national park fee is paid on top of the tour price at the gate.
Insider Tip: This route puts the temple first rather than saving it for the end of the day. If temples aren’t a priority for you, the boat portion (Koh Panyi, James Bond Island, Khao Phing Kan) runs the same length as the other 7-hour options here.
- Duration: 7 hours
- Group size: Max 20 people
- Includes: Lunch, seasonal fruit and water, life jacket, accident insurance, bilingual guide
- Meeting point: Hotel pickup across Phuket, or a marked check-in point at the meeting location
Itinerary
Wat Suwan Kuha offers a unique spiritual experience inside limestone caverns. Its highlight is a large reclining Buddha surrounded by sacred altars and historic inscriptions, a quiet stop that mixes nature and tradition.
Phang Nga Bay is famed for its towering limestone cliffs, emerald waters, and hidden lagoons. This breathtaking seascape offers dramatic scenery at every turn, making it one of Thailand’s most iconic and picturesque natural wonders.
Koh Panyee offers a glimpse into a traditional fishing community, built entirely on stilts above the sea. Explore its charming alleys, meet welcoming villagers, and savor a fresh buffet lunch while enjoying sweeping views of Phang Nga Bay.
James Bond Island, known locally as Koh Tapu, is a striking limestone pinnacle that rises from Phang Nga Bay’s emerald sea. While the area is often busy during peak season, its iconic beauty and unique geology make it a must-see destination.
Khao Phing Kan is known for its unique leaning limestone cliffs, creating dramatic scenery against emerald waters. This geological wonder is a highlight of Phang Nga Bay, offering stunning views and an unforgettable photo opportunity.
Included
- transport
- water
- meals
- insurance
- guide
Not Included
- National Park fee is 300 THB per adult and 150 THB per child.
- An additional transfer 200 THB per person applies from Naiharn, Rawai, Chalong, Phuket Town.
- An additional transfer 200 THB per person applies from Laem Hin, Kamala, Surin, Cheong Talay.
- An additional transfer 200 THB per person applies from Bang Tao, Laguna, Naiyang, Airport.
- An additional transfer 250 THB per person applies from Siray, Panwa, Ao Yon, Khao Khad, Layan.
- An additional transfer 300 THB per person applies from Naithon.
Meeting point & area
View larger map →Meeting point: Or, you can also be picked up from anywhere in Phuket. On arrival, look for the easily identifiable meeting point with staff. Please proceed to check in and provide your name and booking number.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Before you go
• Public transportation options are available nearby • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap • Suitable for all physical fitness levels • The itinerary is subject to change. Times shown are approximate and may vary. Remaining time is allocated based on travel durations between pickup and drop-off points, as well as transit times between activities. • Guests who are pregnant are not allowed to join the tour. • Guests who have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are not recommended to join the tour.
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