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James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing Tour

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Explore limestone karsts, paddle through secret sea caves, and visit the iconic James Bond Island.

A full-day adventure across Phang Nga Bay. Experience guided sea cave canoeing at hidden lagoons, view James Bond Island (Khao Ta Pu), enjoy a buffet lunch, and relax with swimming time.

Location

Ao Por Pier / Royal Phuket Marina

Duration

7–8 hours

Departure & return

Departure 07:00–07:20

Tour type

Private tour

Hotel pickup

Available – depending on area

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Highlights

  • Visit James Bond Island (Khao Phing Kan & Khao Ta Pu)
  • Guided sea cave canoeing with local paddlers at Koh Panak and Koh Hong
  • Buffet lunch included (vegetarian and vegan options available upon request)
  • Swimming and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) time at Naka Island (Big Boat program)
  • Round-trip air-conditioned hotel transfers in Phuket and national park fees included

Itinerary

  1. 07:00

    Hotel Pickup in Phuket

    Air-conditioned van pickup from hotels in Phuket and transfer to the pier. (07:00–07:20)

  2. 09:00

    Pier Check-in & Briefing

    Check-in at the pier followed by an English safety briefing from the tour guide.

  3. 10:20

    Koh Panak Cave Canoeing

    Arrive at Koh Panak for sea cave canoeing with local paddlers.

  4. 11:40

    Koh Hong Lagoon Canoeing

    Paddling through sea caves into the secret lagoon of Koh Hong.

  5. 12:20

    Buffet Lunch

    Buffet lunch served (on board the big boat, or at Koh Panyee village on the speedboat itinerary).

  6. 13:00

    James Bond Island

    Visit Khao Phing Kan and take in views of the iconic Khao Ta Pu.

  7. 14:20

    Koh Naka Swimming & SUP

    Relax on the beach, swim, and use complimentary stand-up paddleboards.

  8. 15:30

    Return Transfer

    Depart Naka Island back to the pier and transfer back to your Phuket hotel.

Times are approximate and may change depending on conditions, the weather and the supplier.

About the experience

Phang Nga Bay is celebrated worldwide for its dramatic limestone cliffs rising straight out of emerald waters. On this tour, you will navigate through this marine landscape and experience sea cave canoeing, where local paddlers guide you into secluded caves and hidden lagoons. Visit Khao Phing Kan and Khao Ta Pu, globally known as James Bond Island from the classic film. The trip also features a buffet lunch, scenic stops, and swimming or paddleboarding time at Naka Island. Multiple formats are available, including a spacious big boat, a join-in speedboat, or a private chartered speedboat.

What's included

  • Round-trip air-conditioned hotel transfers in Phuket
  • Boat travel (Big Boat or Speedboat depending on selected program)
  • Longtail boat transfer to James Bond Island (for Big Boat program)
  • Sea cave canoeing with local paddlers
  • Stand-up paddleboards (SUP) at Naka Island (Big Boat program)
  • Phang Nga Bay National Park fees
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Buffet lunch (vegetarian and vegan options available upon request)
  • Life jackets and safety equipment
  • Accident insurance

What's not included

  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Souvenir photos and souvenirs
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Transfers from Khao Lak or Phang Nga Town (available at 3,500 THB per vehicle)

Pickup & getting there

Round-trip hotel transfers within Phuket province are included in air-conditioned vans. Private round-trip transfers from Khao Lak or Phang Nga Town are available at 3,500 THB per vehicle. For private charters, distant Phuket hotels (Mai Khao, Nai Yang, Nai Thon, Cape Panwa) may incur an additional transfer surcharge.

Park entrance fees

Phang Nga Bay National Park entrance fees are included in the price.

Child policy

Adult: 11+ years old. Child: 3–10 years old. Infant: 0–2 years old free of charge (must sit on a parent's lap).

What to bring

• Swimwear • Towel • Sunscreen • Sunglasses • Sun hat • Camera • Water shoes or strapped sandals (cave surfaces can be wet and slippery) • Passport copy

Important information

Wheelchair users must inform the operator in advance. Vegetarian and vegan options are available with advance notice. Bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance (last-minute bookings accepted until 06:00 on the tour date, hotel pickup might not be available).

Weather & seasonality

In case of weather-related cancellation, the trip can be rescheduled or swapped for another tour.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to departure (Thailand time) for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are non-refundable.

Frequently asked questions

Do guests have to paddle the canoes themselves?

No, local paddlers steer the canoes through the sea caves.

Are special meals available for lunch?

Yes, vegetarian and vegan meal options can be requested when booking.

What happens if there is bad weather?

If the tour is cancelled due to weather, you may reschedule for another date or switch to an alternate tour.

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