The 9 Best Sunset Speedboat Cruises in Thailand

1.Phi Phi & 4 Islands Sunset Tour by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,902 reviews · 8h 30m · from $66Our pick

Spend about 8.5 hours island hopping from Krabi by speedboat, with stops at Bamboo Island, Phi Phi Don, Pileh Lagoon, Maya Bay, and Poda Island. Expect snorkeling, a Thai buffet, helpful English-speaking guides such as Ariel or Q, and a sunset finish. Bring a waterproof bag and cash for the national park fee.

“Amazing day! Well planned and our tour guide Ariel was the best! We were well looked after, the different islands and activities were fun. Best part was the snorkelling! Highly recommend”

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2.Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $117Top rated

Spend 6.5 hours on a small-group speedboat trip from Krabi to Phra Nang, Koh Poda, Tup Island, and the Chicken-shaped island. You get two snorkeling stops, beach lunch, a light sunset dinner, and a night swim with bioluminescent plankton. Guides such as Sakeen and Stephane are noted for attentive help.

“Do not waste your time on this tour. Very uncomfortable long tail boat ride with no padding. They dropped us off in a bay where we walked through rancid water and got our feet stuck in the mud. Several people lost their shoes. Strange to takRead more”

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3.From Phi Phi Island: Maya Bay Sunset & Plankton by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 555 reviews · from $46Best value

Set out from Tonsai Pier with guides such as Coco, Adam, or Courtney for a half-day speedboat tour around Phi Phi. Visit Monkey Beach, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, and Maya Bay, then snorkel at night with bioluminescent plankton. Expect strong snorkeling, music, fruit, drinks, and a lively group atmosphere.

“Wonderful tour, beautiful scenery, guide and crew so friendly and helpful, no hesitation in recommending this tour. Loved it!”

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4.Phi Phi Island Sunrise Group Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 417 reviews · 8 hours · from $172

Leave Phuket before dawn with Simba Sea Trips for a small-group speedboat day around Phi Phi. Visit Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, and Rang Yai, with snorkeling, beach breakfast, steady snacks, and a Halal-friendly Thai buffet lunch. Guides such as Sara, Dee, Momo, and Joe lead the trip.

“The tour was great. The staff were amazing. Boat wasn’t overcrowded. Very prompt on time which I loved. I recommend this tour.”

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5.4 Islands Sunset + Plankton, Semi-Private Tour only 12 Guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · from $81

Join a small 12-person speedboat tour from Ao Nang or Railay to Poda, Tup, Ko Ya Wa Sam, Phra Nang, and Railay. You’ll get lunch, snacks, drinks, snorkeling gear, sunset views, and a night swim with bioluminescent plankton. Guides such as Hat and Joy help keep the day friendly and smooth.

“We had great time during the tour ☺️ the weather was nice and the islands included in the program very beautiful. The most amazing thing for us was the night snorkelling with the plankton- we had luck to see it and the location was good. The food for lunch was also very delicious.”

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6.Private Phi Phi & 4 Islands Sunset Cruise by Speedboat – from Krabi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews

Spend 8.5 hours with a private speedboat, certified guide, and crew visiting Phi Phi, Bamboo Island, Monkey Beach, Railay, Poda, and Tup Island. Guides such as Egi, Eky, and Kaw have earned praise for safety, warm service, and flexible pacing. Lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and sunset sandwiches are included.

“What a wonderful day! We arranged a hotel pick up (extra cost) and were really happy to start our tour and have the sunset too. Our guide Eky was exceptional. He really seems to enjoy his job and was attending to safety while helping us Read more”

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7.Sunrise Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 107 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $53

Start before the crowds at Tonsai Pier and ride by speedboat to Maya Bay for sunrise. Swim in Pileh Lagoon, view Viking Cave, meet macaques at Monkey Beach, and snorkel Shark Point. The full-day option adds lunch and two hours on Bamboo Island. Guides speak Thai and English.

“Was an amazing tour!! This is a must do if you are here and I cannot recommend it enough! The tour guides were amazing. They took us to all the perfect spots for the snorkelling.”

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8.Luxury Private Speed Boat Charter – Phi Phi Sunrise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews

Leave Phuket at 6:00 am on a private speedboat with Simba Sea Trips, visiting Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach, snorkeling sites, and a beach stop. Your crew handles breakfast, lunch, snacks, transfers, and the day’s route, with guides such as Sara, Andy, Jai, Patrick, or Dee depending on availability.

“This was the highlight of our trip ! This private charter tour was awesome . The 3 person crew ( Sara , Andy and Jai ) were the best . They provided great food , great guidance and excellent snorkeling . Thank you for a great day !”

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9.Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling and Sunset Tour by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 10 reviews · from $52

Start at 2 pm with pickup from Krabi Town or Ao Nang, then ride by speedboat to Poda, Chicken, Taming, and other nearby islands. Swim, snorkel, enjoy a beach barbecue at Railay, watch a fire show, and look for glowing bioluminescence before returning at night.

“Did not expect such misrepresentation with a Viator advert - clearly states maximum capacity or 15 people on this tour where as there were literally 40+ people including adults and little babies cramped and almost in each others laps on the Read more”

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