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Phi Phi Islands: Maya Bay & Bamboo Island Speedboat Day

Race across the Andaman Sea to the powdered-sugar crescent of Maya Bay — the filming location of The Beach — then snorkel kaleidoscopic reefs off Bamboo Island. This is Thailand's most iconic island-hopping experience.

What to expect

Skim past sheer karst walls to Phi Phi Leh, where Maya Bay's turquoise waters are framed by 100-metre cliffs. Snorkel with reef fish over vivid coral at Phi Phi Don and Bamboo Island before a fresh seafood lunch on a quiet beach. The speedboat's range means you tick off sites that slower boats never reach. Crystal-clear visibility (10–25 m) makes every dip genuinely spectacular.

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Phuket Tours Direct
฿2,800–฿3,500 per adult by speedboat; private speedboat charter from ฿22,000
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Good to know

Depart from Chalong Pier or Ao Por Pier — roughly 45–60 min from Patong. Full day runs 7–8 hrs. Maya Bay has timed-entry restrictions; your operator handles permits. Book the private charter early in high season (Nov–Apr). Bring motion-sickness tablets if prone — the open-sea crossing is lively.

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