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James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay by Traditional Longtail Boat

4.7 (3 reviews) 8–9 hours Free cancellation
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James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay by Traditional Longtail Boat

About this activity

Discover Phang Nga Bay aboard an authentic wooden longtail boat with the option of scenic sightseeing or guided sea canoeing.

Begin with morning hotel pickup to Phang Nga Province. Your first stop is Suwankuha Temple (Monkey Cave) to view the grand golden reclining Buddha inside a limestone cavern and spot wild macaques outside. At the pier, board a classic longtail boat to cruise into Phang Nga National Park, surrounded by limestone karsts and mangroves.

Step ashore at James Bond Island, made famous by The Man with the Golden Gun. Visit the unique stilt community of Koh Panyee fisherman village to enjoy a buffet lunch and wander wooden walkways. Depending on your package, paddle through sea caves at Talu Island on an inflatable canoe or relax taking in bay views before transferring comfortably back to your hotel.

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At a glance

Duration
8–9 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 50 people
People per booking
1–30
Guide
Thai, English
Written guide
Thai, English
Operated by
Parallel Tour

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: English guide on tour
  • Included: Roundtrip transfer from Free pickup zone: Patong, Kata, Karon, and Kalim only.
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Accident Insurance
  • Included: Seasonal fruit
  • Included: Life Jacket

Not included

  • Not included: Sea canoeing (Optional)
  • Not included: Entrance fee (Adult)
  • Not included: Entrance fee (Child)
  • Not included: Towel
  • Not included: Other personal expense
  • Not included: Pickup from Kamala, Surin, Bangtao, and Phuket Town
  • Not included: Pickup from Laguna, Naiyang, Naithon, Maikhao & Siray Bay
  • Not included: Pickup from Chalong, Rawai, Naiharn & Panwa

Itinerary

  1. Phuket

    2 hours

    07:15-10:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel by air-conditioned minibus and travel to Phang Nga Province.

  2. Monkey Cave Phangan Thailand

    30 min Admission not included

    Visit the sacred cavern at Suwankuha Temple to view the large reclining golden Buddha statue and see the playful resident monkeys.

  3. Phang Nga Bay.

    30 min Admission not included

    Board a classic longtail boat at the pier and cruise through the dramatic limestone peaks of Ao Phang Nga National Park.

  4. Phang Nga Bay.

    30 min Admission not included

    • Paddle through sea caves and mangrove tunnels on an inflatable sea canoe guided by a local paddler.

    (No Canoe): Relax on board, take photos, and enjoy the surrounding karst scenery.

  5. Koh Panyi (Floating Muslim Village)

    one hour Admission not included

    Dock at the world-famous stilt fisherman village of Koh Panyee for a delicious buffet lunch, followed by time to explore the community.

  6. James Bond Island

    45 min Admission not included

    Step ashore onto Khao Phing Kan to view iconic James Bond Island, browse local souvenir shops, and capture memorable photos.

  7. Phang Nga

    2 hours

    • Board the longtail boat for a relaxed cruise back through the mangrove channels to the mainland pier.

    17:30-18:00 PM - Board the minibus for a safe transfer back to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • New Square Patong Hotel
  • Sabai Resort by Manathai Surin
  • Karon Beach Apartments
  • 7Q Bangla Boutique Hotel
  • Sugar Marina Hotel POP Kata Beach
  • Phuket Shengtong International Hotel
  • Grand Villa Luxury Time
  • Doze Bangla
  • Le Maroc Hotel
  • Dashudexiaowu
  • Poolrada Boutique Hotel
  • Kamala Hills by Resava

and 1,737 more pickup points

Free pickup zone:

Patong, Kata, Karon, and Kalim only.

Extra charge zone:

  • Kamala, Surin, Bangtao, Phuket Town: THB200/person
  • Laguna, Naiyang, Naithon, Maikhao, Siray Bay THB300/person
  • Chalong, Rawai, Naiharn, Panwa THB400/person

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • Without Canoeing

    Pickup included

  • With Canoeing

    Included Canoeing

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

4.7 out of 5 · 3 reviews
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