About this tour
When Em from our team caught the Green Planet Speed Boat from Koh Yao Noi to Phuket, it was a straightforward 50-minute crossing that cuts through the Andaman Sea between a quiet island and the mainland hustle. You meet at Manoh Pier on Koh Yao Noi—a small, low-key setup on a laid-back limestone-studded island—and the boat deposits you at a hotel in Phuket town or nearby zones. It's no scenic cruise; this is pure point-to-point transport for people shifting between islands. The ride itself is quick and direct, though the boat's pace and sea state mean it's not for everyone.
Highlights
- Fast crossing: 50 minutes beats the long-tail alternative by hours
- Manoh Pier is relaxed, hassle-free—no crowded tourist terminal vibes
- Hotel drop-off in Phuket saves a tuk-tuk hunt on arrival
- Basic travel insurance bundled in as standard
- Flexible cancellation: refunded fully if weather or seas turn rough
- Runs year-round, so plenty of departures to choose from
What to expect
This is a working ferry crossing, not a pleasure cruise. You'll rock up to Manoh Pier on Koh Yao Noi, check in, and board a proper speed boat alongside other travellers—mix of tourists and locals. Once under way, the engine noise is significant and the ride is bumpy on choppier days; expect spray if you're seated outside. The 50 minutes zips past, and you'll spot limestone cliffs, fishing boats, and the occasional longboat as you cut across the Andaman. No commentary, no stops, no frills. When you land in Phuket, the crew will drop you at your nominated hotel if it's in the service zones—handy if you're heading into town or central areas. The whole thing feels efficient and no-nonsense.
What travellers say
- Quickest island-to-mainland crossing: 50 minutes vs hours overland
- Hotel drop-off in Phuket beats terminal taxis and confusion
- Casual pier atmosphere: no queues, no airport-terminal feel
- Basic insurance included with every booking
- Weather-dependent cancellations are fully refunded
- Choppy ride: not suited to motion-sickness sufferers or spinal issues
- No hotel pickup: you must arrange your own way to Manoh Pier
- Drop-off excludes southern Phuket beaches; limited coverage
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This saves a full day of overland routes and is genuinely the quickest island-hop available. Solo travellers, groups, and families with older kids all handle it fine. The insurance inclusion is a pleasant touch, and knowing you'll be dropped at your hotel beats faffing with transfers.
The ride is genuinely choppy if the sea's up—not ideal if you're prone to motion sickness or have a sensitive back. Pregnant travellers and anyone with spinal issues should skip it. Infants must sit on your lap for the duration, which is doable but not cosy. Note that drop-off excludes Mai Khao, Panwa, Rawai, and Naiharn; if your hotel's in those zones, you'll need to arrange onward transport. Bad weather or rough seas can cancel or delay the crossing, though you get a full refund. There's no hotel pickup—you arrange your own way to Manoh Pier. Peak season seas (Nov–Feb) tend to be calmer; monsoon months can be rougher.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.