About this tour
When Alex from our team took this speed boat tour out of Phuket, we hit three islands in one hit: Maiton, Phi Phi, and Khai. The boat leaves early (around 8.30am), picks you up from your hotel, and doesn't dock back until late afternoon. You're looking at eight solid hours of island-hopping, snorkelling in clear water, and a decent lunch thrown in. Phi Phi itself is rammed with day-trippers, but the quieter stops at Maiton and Khai islands give you breathing room. It's the kind of tour that packs a lot in — ideal if you want to see multiple spots without booking separate runs.
Highlights
- Maiton Island first — fewer crowds than Phi Phi proper, good snorkelling setup.
- Phi Phi's signature spots: Pileh Cove, Viking Cove, Monkey Bay all on the itinerary.
- Maya Bay viewpoint included, but you're watching from the boat (no landing).
- Khai Nok Island at day's end — chance to feed fish and swim without the press.
- Lunch provided on Phi Phi Don, beats packing your own.
- Snorkelling gear, guide, and transport all bundled in.
What to expect
You'll get picked up from your hotel in an air-con van and head to the pier for departure around 9.30am. Once on the speed boat, it's a 30–40 minute run to Maiton Island, where the water's calm and the coral is decent — this is your first proper snorkel stop. Then it's off to Phi Phi, which is the meat of the day. You'll cruise past Pileh Cove, Viking Cove, and Monkey Bay, with stops to jump in and snorkel. Maya Bay gets a viewing from the boat only (it's roped off for regeneration), so don't expect to wade ashore there. Lunch happens on Phi Phi Don — nothing fancy, but it fills you up. After a breather, you'll move to Khai Nok Island for a final swim and snorkel before the journey back. You're on a speedboat most of the day, so there's a fair bit of bouncing; bring seasickness tablets if you're prone.
What travellers say
- Three islands covered — maximises variety without rebooking.
- Snorkelling gear and guide included, removes logistical friction.
- Khai Nok Island quieter alternative balances Phi Phi's crowds.
- Lunch bundled in — one less thing to arrange or pay extra.
- Early pickup and hotel return saves you ferry-hunting stress.
- Phi Phi heavily crowded — don't expect tranquil beach time.
- Full-day speedboat ride rough on sensitive stomachs or backs.
- Not suitable for pregnant travellers or those with spinal issues.
- Maya Bay viewed from boat only — no landing or close swim.
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
You'll hit three islands and see a lot of coastline without organising multiple tours. Snorkelling is solid across all stops — the coral and fish are decent if you're not expecting pristine house-reef conditions. The guide speaks English, lunch is included, and you're not scrambling to find lunch spots. Khai Nok is genuinely quieter than Phi Phi, which is a nice wind-down.
Phi Phi itself is heaving with tourists — you won't find solitude there. The speed boat rides are lumpy and long, so budget time to recover if you're not a fan of the sway. The tour requires moderate fitness and isn't suitable for pregnant travellers or anyone with spinal or heart concerns. Kids under two sit on an adult's lap (no extra seat cost, but tight). It's a full day — you'll be tired by the end. Bring sunscreen, a rash vest, and a dry bag. Peak season (Nov–Feb) means busier boats and beaches.
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.