About this tour
When Alex from our team caught the Ao Nang Princess ferry from Phuket to Ao Nang, it was a straightforward two-hour hop across the Andaman Sea. The setup's dead simple: hotel pickup in Phuket, ferry crossing, then drop-off at your accommodation in Krabi province — whether that's Ao Nang town, Krabi Town itself, or the quieter beaches further south like Klong Muang or Tubkaek. It's the practical ferry option for travellers moving between these two coastal hubs without the faff of a minibus crawl around the peninsula.
Highlights
- Hotel-to-hotel door service saves luggage wrestling at ports
- Ao Nang Princess ferry runs the crossing in two hours flat
- Basic travel insurance bundled in with the ticket
- Can divert to speedboat if weather or passenger numbers dictate
- Drop-off covers multiple beaches — not just one endpoint
- Suitable for all fitness levels, even with young kids
- Full refund if sea conditions force cancellation
What to expect
The day starts with a pickup from your Phuket hotel. Allow yourself padding — the crew needs time to swing by multiple accommodation depending on who's booked in. Once at the ferry terminal, you'll board the Ao Nang Princess, a vessel built for this route and packed mostly with travellers moving between the two regions. The crossing itself is smooth on good days; you'll sit inside an air-conditioned cabin watching the Andaman pass by. On rougher days, the operator may swap to a speedboat (smaller, quicker, choppier) or postpone entirely — worth knowing if you're tight on time.
On arrival, the drop-off leg kicks in. The ferry won't dump you at the port; instead, transfers continue to your nominated Krabi-side hotel. This part can take extra time if you're among the last stops — that's normal for shared services. Peak season (November to April) means busier ferries but reliable scheduling. The whole experience is low-stress and convenient.
What travellers say
- Door-to-door convenience beats taxis and terminal chaos
- Two-hour crossing faster than overland alternatives
- Works for families and all fitness levels
- Full refund if weather forces cancellation
- Multiple drop-off zones across Krabi beaches
- Monsoon season cancellations can derail tight schedules
- Speedboat substitution makes for a bumpier ride
- Shared transfers mean variable drop-off timings
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This beats a long minibus ride if you're ferry-comfortable and want genuine sea-level views. Hotel-to-hotel means no taxi negotiation on either end. It's genuinely cheaper than flying. Works for families (infants sit on laps), and there's basic insurance included.
Monsoon season (May–October) can trigger delays or cancellations — you'll get a refund, but your itinerary takes a hit. Remote hotels outside main towns might not qualify for pickup; check yours is on the map. The experience is utilitarian rather than scenic — you're in a cabin mostly. Expect a shared transfer with other passengers, so drop-off order varies.
Passport or ID. Your hotel name (they need it for drop-off). Seasickness tablets if you're prone — even smooth crossings don't suit everyone. No major hidden fees, but confirm your exact accommodation with the operator beforehand. Group sizes vary by season; expect 20–60 passengers on the ferry itself.
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.