SUNSET CATAMARAN WITH ENGLISH-SPEAKING GUIDE: PHANG NGA BAY, KUDU ISLAND, AND PLANKTON

PHANG NGA BAY

AO PHANG NGA

PHANG NGA BAY: A 400-square-kilometer seascape in southern Thailand, famous for its spectacular limestone karst formations. Formed more than 280 million years ago from ancient coral deposits, the bay went from being a prehistoric trade route and pirate hideout to becoming a protected area: the National Park of Ao Phang Nga.

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ITINERARY

IMPORTANT: This tour takes you to amazing spots in Phang Nga Bay, but it does not visit James Bond Island.

10:30 – 11:00 > Pickup from your hotel in Phuket (we’ll confirm the exact time when you book).

12:00 > CHECK-IN: Welcome reception with a light snack and soft drinks.

12:30 > WELCOME ABOARD: Departure from the Royal Phuket Marina pier for Nok Island.

NOK ISLAND: Relax on Koh Nok: enjoy a coffee or tea, stroll along the soft sand, and take in the peaceful scenery.

KUDU ISLAND: Take a refreshing swim, paddle at your own pace on a stand-up paddleboard, or glide over the sparkling water in a clear kayak.

BIG TREE AND LONG BEACH: Visit Ao Kean, a hidden bay, and stroll in the shade of the “Big Tree”, a majestic tree more than 300 years old. Then a photo stop at Long Beach.

HONG ISLAND: Canoe trip around Hong Island. Discover the stunning beauty of Koh Hong’s emerald lagoons and let the sounds of nature surround you as you glide through calm waters among limestone formations.

SUNSET DINNER: Enjoy a delicious Thai dinner in a picture-perfect spot, bathed in the glow of the setting sun.

PLANKTON: At nightfall, sail to Koh Panak and discover the magical glow of bioluminescent plankton sparkling beneath the surface of the water.

RETURN TO THE PIER: Cruise back to Royal Phuket Marina under a starry sky as your day gently comes to an end.

20:00 (approx.) > Arrival at Royal Phuket Marina and transfer back to your hotel in an air-conditioned minivan, with memories of a unique experience.

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> Sail during the golden hour as Phang Nga Bay glows in the sunset light. Calm waters, spectacular cliffs, and a gentle breeze: the perfect escape as evening falls.

> Discover hidden lagoons and sea caves as the sky turns orange and pink. A magical adventure through the landscapes of Phang Nga at dusk.

> Celebrate the sunset in style: fine bites, peaceful views, and pure serenity at sea. More than a cruise, a moment to remember.

> Unwind on a luxury sunset cruise among limestone islands and calm seas. Let nature, silence, and beauty guide your journey.

> Multilingual tour with an English-speaking guide.

CATAMARAN CRUISE FROM PHUKET

GROUP TOUR

A new day trip from Phuket: turn your holiday into unforgettable memories of the Andaman Sea, with time to swim and relax on the beach in one of the most beautiful spots in Thailand.

A two-deck speed catamaran with a maximum of 32 people, on a trip lasting about 10 hours.

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INCLUDED:

Round-trip hotel transfer
Travel accident insurance
Multilingual guide (including English)
Soft drinks and drinking water
Canoe ride
Seasonal fruit and appetizers
Life jacket
National park fees
Stand-up paddleboards
Snack
Dinner
Sparkling wine

NOT INCLUDED:

Additional activities or services not specified in the program

IMPORTANT NOTICE AND RESTRICTIONS

The itinerary may change without prior notice depending on the tide and weather conditions.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Not recommended for infants, the elderly, pregnant women, or people with heart conditions, back or neck problems, or other serious health issues.
We recommend bringing a swimsuit, flip-flops, a change of clothes, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, some cash in Thai baht, a camera or waterproof camera, and your usual medication.
A vegetarian option is available: if you need it, let us know when you book.

White catamaran with passengers on deck sailing past limestone cliffs in Phang Nga Bay

White catamaran flying the Thai flag, anchored in turquoise waters off an island with palm trees and tropical rainforest

Aerial view of a catamaran anchored in shallow water off a sandy beach, with two swimmers beside it

Overhead view of a catamaran's wooden deck and upper-deck roof on the emerald-green sea

Aerial view of a catamaran's stern and a person paddling a clear kayak on turquoise waters

Covered area of the catamaran with tables, beige sofas, and rolled-up towels with orchids, overlooking the sea and an island

Shaded catamaran deck with tables, upholstered sofas, and cushions, open to the calm sea and distant islands

Catamaran stern platform with two outboard motors, orange life rings, and a clear kayak, overlooking the sea

Sunset in Phang Nga Bay: the sun sinks between limestone islands, with a catamaran carrying passengers on the sea

Trunk and huge buttress roots of the Big Tree, the giant tree in the Ao Kean jungle

Group of visitors posing at the foot of the Big Tree at Ao Kean, a giant tree with enormous roots deep in the jungle

Tourists and a guide paddling a red inflatable canoe among limestone islets in Phang Nga Bay

Inflatable canoes with tourists and guides skirting a large limestone cliff in Phang Nga Bay

Guide paddling a red inflatable canoe with two tourists between limestone walls, on emerald waters

Canoe trip around Hong Island: a guide paddles with two tourists beside the entrance to a cave in the limestone rock

Tourist pointing at vegetation-covered limestone rocks during a guided canoe trip in Phang Nga

Red canoe emerging from a narrow passage between limestone rocks into the open bay, with a boat in the background

Canoe with a guide and two tourists passing through the mouth of a limestone sea cave on emerald water

Looking up at the sky between tall, tree-covered limestone cliffs on Hong Island

Two women in life jackets paddling a clear kayak on turquoise waters

Woman stand-up paddleboarding on emerald waters in front of a vegetation-covered limestone cliff

Woman in a swimsuit sitting on the catamaran's bow railing with a glass of sparkling wine, looking out to sea

Smiling woman in sunglasses with a glass of sparkling wine, relaxing on a sofa on the catamaran's deck

Aerial view of jungle-covered Nok Island, with its sandbar, longtail boats, and an anchored catamaran

Aerial view of the sandy tip of Nok Island with longtail boats and a catamaran in emerald-green waters

Beachgoers strolling along the long sandbar of Long Beach, on Koh Yao Yai, with palm trees and mountains in the background

Aerial view of the white sandbar of Laem Haad, on Koh Yao Yai, with palm trees and turquoise waters

Aerial view of an emerald bay on Kudu Island between jungle-covered cliffs, with an anchored catamaran

Man walking barefoot along a sandy beach beneath a limestone cliff on Kudu Island

Sandy beach on Kudu Island beneath a limestone cliff, with an inflatable boat and rock pinnacles in the sea

Two vegetation-covered limestone pinnacles rising above emerald waters in Phang Nga Bay

Vegetation-covered limestone islets reflected in the green water of Phang Nga Bay

Thai buffet on board with stir-fried noodles, chicken, skewers, and sliced pineapple and watermelon, with the sea in the background

NOK ISLAND

TIME TO RELAX

NOK ISLAND: Koh Nok is the name of a group of small, picturesque islands off the coast of Koh Yao Noi, in Phang Nga province. Local people named them Koh Nok (“bird island”) after the large flocks of birds that lived in the trees of their rocky landscape.

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BEACH TIME

NOK ISLAND: a stop at a small island to relax, take photos on the beach, and enjoy its lovely views.

AO KEAN

BIG TREE

AO KEAN: Ao Kean (also spelled Ao Kian) is a hidden crescent-shaped bay on the north coast of Koh Yao Yai / Koh Yao Noi, in Phang Nga province (Thailand), within Ao Phang Nga National Park.

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ABOUT AO KEAN

THE BIG TREE (genus Hopea): The bay is famous for a huge rainforest tree more than 300 years old, a short walk through the jungle behind the beach. Local tradition links the tree to Nang Ta Kian.

THE BEACH: A small crescent-shaped white-sand beach, about 50 to 70 meters long, framed by spectacular limestone cliffs and lapped by clear emerald-green waters.

KUDU ISLAND

BEACH TIME

KOH KUDU YAI: A small limestone island off the northern tip of Koh Yao Noi, in Phang Nga Bay. It stands out for its sheltered emerald lagoon, spectacular limestone cliffs, and narrow sandy beach. Its calm, shallow waters make it a perfect stop for swimming and kayaking.

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ABOUT KUDU ISLAND

The Koh Kudu island group is part of Ao Phang Nga National Park.

HONG ISLAND (PHANG NGA)

HONG ISLAND

CANOE TRIP: The word “Hong” means “room” or “chamber” in Thai, and describes the inner lagoons, surrounded by caves, hidden in the heart of the towering limestone karst islands of Phang Nga Bay. The beautiful Hong Island lies in this bay, between the provinces of Phuket and Krabi.

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CANOE TRIP

The limestone formations of Phang Nga Bay began as marine deposits of shells, corals, and skeletons that were compacted into sedimentary rock and later uplifted by tectonic movements.

ABOUT HONG ISLAND

It is part of Ao Phang Nga National Park, which covers the area’s spectacular limestone karst islands and unique ecosystems.
Hong Island has a rich history: for centuries it has been home to indigenous communities living off the natural resources of the island and the surrounding bay.
The island’s limestone cliffs, caves, and rock formations provide a habitat for a variety of plant and animal species, such as mangroves, monkeys, birds, and reptiles.
Exploring its caves and hidden lagoons lets you discover the area’s geological wonders and natural riches up close. It is essential to respect these fragile ecosystems, follow the park rules, and practice responsible tourism to preserve Hong Island.

SUNSET

SUNSET AND DINNER

ROMANTIC MOMENT: Sunset dinner. Enjoy delicious Thai cuisine in a picture-perfect spot, bathed in the glow of the setting sun.

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ENJOY THE SUNSET

Sunset dinner on board, with drinks, a romantic atmosphere, and beautiful views from the catamaran.

PANAK ISLAND

PLANKTON

PANAK ISLAND: The bioluminescence you will see around Panak Island (Koh Panak) is produced by natural populations of dinoflagellates, a microscopic, single-celled marine plankton that gives off a bright blue-green light when the water is disturbed. Like the rest of Phang Nga Bay, the island formed millions of years ago from sedimentary layers and the build-up of marine organisms on the floor of a tropical ocean.

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Panak Island, also known as Koh Panak, is a small island in Phang Nga Bay, near Phuket, Thailand.

ABOUT PANAK ISLAND

Panak Island is part of Ao Phang Nga National Park, known for its stunning limestone karst formations, hidden lagoons, and picturesque scenery.
Its steep cliffs, caves, and lush vegetation give it a wild, adventurous feel.
Like many islands in Phang Nga Bay, Panak Island has a long history: for centuries it has been inhabited by indigenous communities and has served as a shelter and a source of resources for local fishermen and traders.
The island’s limestone cliffs and caves provide a habitat for a wide variety of plant and animal species, such as mangroves, bats, and reptiles.
Its lagoons and caves are a fine example of the area’s geological wonders and natural riches. It is important to respect these fragile ecosystems and follow the park rules to preserve Panak Island.