Phi Phi Island Tour Phuket – Bamboo Island, Maya Bay & Pileh Lagoon by Speedboat
From: ฿3,350
The Phi Phi + Bamboo Island tour from Phuket is the route we recommend when you want the classic Phi Phi highlights plus serious beach time on one of the most beautiful sandbanks in the Andaman Sea. Operated by Seastar Andaman from their own pier at Laem Nga, this full-day speedboat trip combines snorkeling at Bamboo Island, Maya Bay, the emerald Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach and Viking Cave – with a Thai lunch on Phi Phi Don and hotel pickup included.
We have been sending guests on this exact route since 2004. What we like about it: the morning starts at Bamboo Island, so you snorkel and sunbathe on nearly empty sand before the busiest hours, and the afternoon ends with a swim in Pileh Lagoon – the moment guests talk about for years.
Typical Itinerary – Hour by Hour
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08:00 – 08:30 AM · Welcome & Check-in
Hotel pickup, then welcome at Seastar Pier, Laem Nga: light snacks, coffee and tea, check-in and snorkel gear collection. -
09:00 AM · Departure
Speedboat crossing to the Phi Phi Islands – about one hour over the open Andaman Sea. -
10:00 AM · Bamboo Island
The first long stop: swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing on white sand and in crystal-clear water. -
12:30 PM · Lunch on Phi Phi Don
Thai lunch at a beachside restaurant plus free time on the beach. -
02:00 PM · Pileh Lagoon
Swimming and paddle boarding in the emerald lagoon; optional longtail sightseeing (extra charge). -
03:00 PM · Monkey Beach & Viking Cave
Photo stop at Monkey Beach, then sightseeing at Viking Cave from the boat. -
03:30 – 04:30 PM · Return to Phuket
Back to Seastar Pier and hotel drop-off with plenty of impressions.
Times are approximate and depend on sea conditions and weather. The program may change without notice.
Tour highlights
- Bamboo Island: snorkeling and beach time on white sand in clear turquoise water
- Maya Bay sightseeing on Phi Phi Leh – Thailand’s most famous bay
- Swimming and paddle boarding in the emerald Pileh Lagoon
- Monkey Beach and Viking Cave photo stops
- Thai lunch at a beachside restaurant on Phi Phi Don
- Hotel pickup and drop-off, national park fee and insurance included
- Modern speedboat with professional crew, guide and paddle boards
Meals
- Welcome drink
- Thai lunch buffet
- Snacks & fruit onboard
- Soft drinks included
- Alcoholic beverages at extra charge
- If you are vegetarian or have allergies, please inform us when booking
What to bring
- Swimwear and change of clothes
- Towel
- Flip-flops or water shoes
- Beachwear
- Hat or cap
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Camera
- Cash
- Passport, copy permitted
Please note
- Pickup time varies depending on hotel location.
- In case of bad weather, rebooking or refund is possible.
- The tour takes place even in heavy rain; rain is not a reason for cancellation.
Tour duration
Tour start time
Tour end time
What's included
- Hotel transfer in an air-conditioned minivan (Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala)
- Licensed tour guide (English)
- Qualified staff (first aid, CPR)
- Life jackets (for adults & children)
- Mask & snorkel (undamaged return)
- National park fees included
- Insurance (valid 24h from tour start)
- Paddle Board
What is not included
- Tips/gratuities
- Beach chairs (pay on site)
- Swimming fins
- Local activities on the island
- Personal expenses
- Towels (if not provided)
Know before you go
- The schedule may change due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Insurance is valid for 24 hours from the start of the tour.
- Infants must be supervised by their parents.
Not suitable for
- Pregnant individuals
- People with back problems
- Individuals with limited mobility
- People with heart problems
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Phuket Phi Phi Island Tour Guide – Everything You Need to Know
Before your trip: read the full Phi Phi Islands Tour Guide – route, snorkeling spots, Maya Bay rules & packing tips.
Ready to book? Message us on WhatsApp – we answer personally, usually within minutes, and can confirm pickup times for your hotel.
Last updated: August 2026 by Tour Information Phuket – local Phuket specialist since 2004. Operated by Seastar Andaman. Times and park rules (Maya Bay closed 1 Aug – 30 Sep) verified for 2026.
Bamboo Island – Snorkeling & Beach Time
Bamboo Island (Koh Mai Phai) is a flat sandbank surrounded by shallow, crystal-clear water. Because the tour arrives here first, you get the best conditions before the bigger boats show up: soft sand, easy current-free snorkeling and the classic postcard view. Children can stand far out in the water, and the reef along the shore is alive with parrotfish and surgeonfish.
Our tip: wear reef-safe sunscreen, keep your mask with you – the best fish are usually 20–30 metres off the beach – and stay on the marked sand area. This is also where the paddle boards come out: a few quiet minutes standing on the Andaman Sea are pure holiday.
Maya Bay – Thailand's Most Famous Bay
The bay made famous by The Beach needs no introduction. On this tour you see Maya Bay as part of the sightseeing route around Phi Phi Leh – the boat passes the bay and, depending on park rules and weather, you stop at the Loh Samah Bay boardwalk side. Important 2026 rules: no swimming in Maya Bay, max. 1 hour on the beach, and the bay is closed from 1 August to 30 September every year for recovery. Your guide will explain the current situation on the day.
Pileh Lagoon – the Emerald Highlight
For most of our guests, Pileh Lagoon is the best part of the day – even better than Maya Bay. It is a near-closed circle of vertical cliffs with water so protected it feels like a lake: emerald, crystal clear and about 28–29 °C. Here the engines go quiet, you swim or try a paddle board, and the narrow entrance gap lets the light in. Keep your phone in a dry bag until the engine stops – this is the shot you want.
Monkey Beach & Viking Cave
The short final stops: Monkey Beach on the west of Phi Phi Don, where wild macaques are fun to watch from the boat (no feeding, keep bags closed), and Viking Cave on Phi Phi Leh, famous for its ancient boat-shaped paintings and the bamboo scaffolding of the swiftlet-nest collectors. You see the cave from the water – access is protected.
Lunch on Phi Phi Don
Around 12:30 you sit down for a proper Thai lunch at a beach restaurant on Phi Phi Don – rice, curry, fish or chicken, vegetables, fruit and drinks. It is not fine dining, but a few metres from the Andaman Sea it tastes better than in any hotel. Vegetarian? Just tell us when you book. After lunch there is free time to walk through Ton Sai Village or dip into the sea before the afternoon stops.
What Is Included in the Phi Phi + Bamboo Tour?
| Item | Included? | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel transfer (round trip) | ✓ Included | Free pickup in the main Phuket zones; remote areas may have a small surcharge. |
| Speedboat + crew + guide | ✓ Included | Professional, English-speaking guide; all staff trained in first aid and CPR. |
| Snorkeling equipment | ✓ Included | Mask, snorkel, fins; paddle board also included. |
| Meals & drinks | ✓ Included | Thai lunch on Phi Phi Don, breakfast-style snacks, fruit, soft drinks, tea and coffee. |
| National park fee | ✓ Included | 400 THB adult / 200 THB child – no extra payment at the pier. |
| Travel accident insurance | ✓ Included | Valid 24 hours from tour start. |
| Beach chairs / alcoholic drinks | ✗ Not included | Payable on site at the beach restaurants. |
| Tips for guide & crew | ✗ Optional | Appreciated but not expected. |
Operated by
This tour is operated by Seastar Andaman, one of the established speedboat operators at Laem Nga Pier in Phuket. Their own pier, trained crew and full insurance coverage are part of the package – and we have been selling their Phi Phi routes for years.
Official tour page: Website: seastarandaman.com · facebook.com/SeastarHappyJourney
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12 reviews for Phi Phi Island Tour Phuket – Bamboo Island, Maya Bay & Pileh Lagoon by Speedboat
Noah Jensen, Copenhagen –
We booked this Phi Phi Islands speedboat tour last minute and it turned out to be the best decision. Bamboo Island was stunning for snorkeling and sunbathing. Maya Bay was so pretty, and the Viking Cave was cool to see from the boat. Highly recommended for anyone staying in Phuket.
Jonas Nilsson, Gothenburg –
Highly recommend this Maya Bay and Phi Phi Island speedboat tour. Bamboo Island is paradise for snorkeling and sunbathing. Pileh Lagoon was my favorite stop — the water is unreal! The stop at Monkey Beach was fun too. Great day trip from Phuket.
Charlotte Evans, Manchester –
This Phi Phi Island tour was the highlight of our Thailand holiday. Bamboo Island snorkeling was amazing — clear water and so many colorful fish. Lunch at Phi Phi Don was delicious and we loved swimming in the emerald Pileh Lagoon. The whole day was perfectly organized!
Lea aus Luzern –
Ein perfekter Tag auf dem Meer
Ich habe selten so türkisfarbenes Wasser gesehen! Alles war gut organisiert, das Boot komfortabel, das Personal super freundlich. Besonders gefallen hat mir die Mischung aus Abenteuer, Schnorcheln und Entspannung. Absolute Empfehlung!
Sarah & Nico aus München –
Wunderschöner Tagesausflug
Die Tour war ihr Geld absolut wert! Die Maya Bay war atemberaubend, auch wenn das Schwimmen dort nicht erlaubt war. Dafür war die Lagune traumhaft ruhig. Das Mittagessen auf Phi Phi Don war lecker und der Strand dort wunderschön. Danke für diesen unvergesslichen Tag!
Schwimmen war nicht erlaubt, deshalb 4 einhalb Sterne
Tom aus Berlin –
Top-Erlebnis – viel gesehen, gut betreut
Ich war allein unterwegs, aber in der Gruppe war sofort gute Stimmung. Die Guides waren hilfsbereit und sehr freundlich. Schnorcheln bei Bamboo Island war fantastisch. Highlight war für mich die Pileh Lagoon – einfach paradiesisch.
Martina & Jonas aus Hamburg –
Traumhafte Tour – Natur pur!
Wir waren sprachlos von der Schönheit der Inseln. Bamboo Island war wie aus dem Bilderbuch, und das türkisfarbene Wasser in der Pileh Lagune einfach magisch. Alles war perfekt organisiert – von der Abholung bis zum Rücktransfer. Jederzeit wieder!
Liam O’Sullivan, Dublin –
What an amazing Phi Phi Island tour! The speedboat ride was smooth and the crew was super friendly. Snorkeling at Bamboo Island was beautiful and relaxing. Maya Bay was crowded but still worth it for the views. Loved swimming in Pileh Lagoon — the emerald water is unreal!
Elena Petrova, Saint Petersburg –
The Bamboo Island snorkeling was my highlight of this Phi Phi Island trip. The coral reefs were alive with colorful fish. Pileh Lagoon is a hidden gem for swimming and paddleboarding. The lunch at Phi Phi Don was tasty and the staff took good care of us all day.
Sienna Martin, Perth –
Amazing day exploring Phi Phi Islands by speedboat. The snorkeling at Bamboo Island was unforgettable. Maya Bay was crowded but worth seeing. Pileh Lagoon is stunning for swimming or paddleboarding. We also loved seeing the monkeys at Monkey Beach. Highly recommend this island tour!
Amanda Lee, Vancouver –
I loved this Phi Phi Island adventure. We started with Bamboo Island snorkeling which was stunning. Maya Bay is beautiful for photos and Pileh Lagoon was the best place to swim and relax. Seeing the Viking Cave and Monkey Beach made it feel like a complete island experience.
Rajat Sharma, Delhi –
Perfect Phi Phi Islands tour for families or couples. The speedboat was fast and comfortable. Bamboo Island snorkeling was safe and the beach was clean. Lunch at Phi Phi Don was tasty and the lagoon swimming at Pileh Lagoon was the best part for me. Beautiful memories!