Thailand is one of the most visited countries in the world where you can find exotic food, friendly locals, easy transportation, world-renowned massage practices and pristine beaches. The country is best known for its gorgeous islands, and during high season, the islands are crowded with tourists and locals. Fortunately, there are numerous islands for everyone with convenient transportation and impressive tour packages. So, you can always research about the islands and the ways to get there. If this is what you are looking for, here is an article which will help you guide through a variety of island tours in Thailand.
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1. Extravagant kayaking among floating lanterns (from USD 106.0)
An island tour to Phang Nga Bay by kayaking over the lagoons and into the limestone sea caves, this tour takes about 10 hours with a friendly guide and safety measures. During the daytime, the tour starts with a boat ride and kayaking with a professional guide through the marine island. You will find macaques, monitors, kingfishers, skippers, eagles and egrets. After completing the tour of the first island, you will take another tour to more caves and hongs such as Ko Pa Nak, Ice Cream Cave, Hongs of Phang Nga and Koh Panak Cave. The most delightful part of the tour is a floating krathong (lantern) after sunset to end the day and excursion. You will be provided with a hearty breakfast with rich and flavourful ingredients.
Hong by Starlight: Sea Cave Kayaking and Floating from Phuket
Duration: 10 hours
2. Thrilling experience of island hopping (from USD 139.0)
This eight-hour tour from Phuket is one of the amazing tours where you can cover Ko Phi Phi, Maya Bay, Pang Yai island and bamboo island. From Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina, you will stop on Bamboo Island for swimming or relaxing on the beach. After, you can sit at Monkey Beach and Viking Cave for sightseeing and taking pictures. At Pileh Bay, Loh Samah Bay, Rang Yai Island and Maya Bay, you can snorkel and have an incredible experience. Finally, you will end your tour with a delicious feast at Phi Phi Don restaurant.
Phuket Full-Day Phi Phi, Bamboo Islands Tour with Lunch
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
3. Romantic seven-hour island getaway (from USD 59.0)
From travelling insurance to sports gears, this seven-hour tour from Koh Samui to Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan on a speedboat is absolutely worth your time. The tour starts from Koh Samui to Ao Muong where you can enjoy snorkelling. After, you can take your speedboat to Koh Nang Yuan which is a unique island connected to two other small islands. You can spend more hours on these islands to relax, chill by the beach and bask under the warm sun. The beaches are sandy white and the water is crystal clear and cool.
Koh Samui to Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Speedboat Tour
Duration: 7 hours
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4. Dive into a marvellous sea-world adventure (from USD 75.0)
If you are in Bangkok and wondering to take a day trip to an island, you need to book this island tour from Bangkok to Pattaya and Koh Larn. The tour begins as you depart the concrete jungle for Pattaya and stop at Koh Larn. Koh Larn serves as a stunning beach spot where you can dive into the clear ocean water for a mind-blowing snorkelling experience. After heading back to Pattaya, you will be taken to Pattaya viewpoint which is one of the highest in the area to witness an aerial view of the city, especially during the night. Also, you can visit the Sanctuary of Truth at an entrance fee of 16 USD.
Small-Group Day Tour from Bangkok: Pattaya and Coral Island
Duration: 13 hours
5. Relax as you kayak, perfect for water-babies (from USD 36.0)
With big boats and kayaks, this eight-hour island tour from Koh Samui to Angthong Marine Park is the right one to explore the magnificent water creatures among pristine Emerald Lake and white sandy beaches. On arrival at Angthong Marine Park, you can kayak under massive limestone cliffs and reach Ko Mae Ko where you can climb to the top of the island in order to enjoy a gorgeous view of the Emerald Lagoon. The tour also includes a drop off on Wua Talap island at the end of the tour and pick up the next day from the same spot. This tour consists of a maximum of 120 travellers.
Koh Samui to Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine Park Kayaking Tour by Boat
Duration: 8 hours
6. Snorkel amid the colourful corals (from USD 26.0)
You can book this tour for either a half-day or a full day of exhilarating speedboat ride from Phuket to Khai islands. Once you reach the islands, you can enjoy your time on the white sandy beach and fresh clean beaches for swimming, sightseeing and snorkelling. Khai Nai is the biggest island among the Khai islands, and Khai Nui is the smallest. Khai Nok is the most beautiful with clear turquoise water. You can enjoy your time with your friends and family for snorkelling, swimming and soaking in the cool water.
Khai Island Half- or Full-Day Snorkeling Tour from Phuket
Duration: 4 to 9 hours
7. Party like Bond on this luxurious trip (from USD 133.0)
Book this tour if you are looking for a luxurious catamaran experience of about eight hours with amazing food, services and perks. On the tour, you will be provided with welcome drinks, scrumptious buffet lunch, free WiFi and a DJ for a party night. The tour starts at Lawa island where you can swim and slide into the crystal clear water. Thereafter, you can canoe into the sea cave to see the room or hong of the cave of a limestone mountain. Lastly, you will reach James Bond Island by long-tail boat which is the most attractive of Phang Nga National Park.
Phang Nga Bay: James Bond Island Boat Cruise from Phuket
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes
8. Swim over pristine coral reefs surrounded by beautiful islands (from USD 79.0)
You can book this tour for a day trip of eight hours from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi, Bamboo Island, Monkey Bay and Maya Bay. You can hop islands on a speedboat and save more time to relax on the island and explore. One of the unforgettable experiences is visiting the Viking cave where you will find birds’ nests and definitely discover the hidden gems underwater.
Phuket to Koh Phi Phi: Snorkel and Sightseeing Tour with Lunch
Duration: 9 hours
9. Pamper yourself amid the waves and luxury (from USD 1.0)
This tour includes a visit to islands such as a coral island, Koh Racha Yai, and Maithon or honeymoon island. Coral island serves as a beautiful destination for snorkelling with coral and astonishing water creatures. The tour provides a comfy catamaran charter with skipper and his crew. You will also be provided with a tasty buffet lunch and drinks to enjoy in the sun as you feel the rhythm of the waves.
Phuket Private Catamaran Charter - Cruise nearby islands in style
Duration: 5 to 7 hours
10. Skip the slow boats and speed up your adventure (from USD 59.0)
If you are looking for a tour from Koh Phangan, this tour covers a trip on a speedboat from Koh Phangan to Angthong National Marine Park. At the park, you can indulge in water sport activities such as snorkelling and kayaking. You can also visit the Emerald Lake which is surrounded by cliffs of limestones and walk up to the top of Wua Talap island for an amazing sea view.
Speed Boat Tour of Ang Thong Marine Park with Snorkels/Kayaks
Duration: 7 to 8 hours
The islands of Thailand awaits your visit
Thailand is certainly one of the gorgeous countries in the world which has stunning islands and beaches. People visit the country to get away from concrete jungles and explore pristine nature and fresh air. So, plan your trip and book a tour to all those magnificent islands in Thailand.
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