Island Hopping Yacht Trips in Thailand: the 15 Best Boats to Book

1.Luxury Boat to James Bond Islands with Lunch and Sunset Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 908 reviews · from $159Our pick

Cruise Phang Nga Bay aboard a large catamaran with hotel pickup, lunch, soft drinks, kayaking through Hong Island’s caves, a swim stop, and a longboat visit to James Bond Island. A DJ, Wi-Fi, water slide, paddleboards, and sunset dinner make this a social day on the water. Ask about cabana rental before booking.

“This was a really great experience overall. We were picked up by our cruise port with no problems, they sent us the license plate ahead of time which I appreciated. On the way there, our shuttle got a flat tire and a new shuttle arrived within 10 minutes. At the meeting point, the area was a little run down but was fine. When you get on the boat you are assigned a table. (I think this is a new process based on previous comments). We were VERY lucky and got the table at the front of the ship. I could see being disappointed if you got another seat. However, I…”

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2.Pattaya: Full-Day 2 Islands Yacht Trip with Lunch and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 234 reviews · 7 hours · from $109

Join Ocean Yachting for a seven-hour cruise from Pattaya to Koh Phai and Koh Rin. Your day includes hotel transfers, snorkeling, paddleboards, fishing, a slide, floating pool, Thai buffet lunch, fruit, and sunset views. English and Thai support is available, with crew members such as Ruby and Riley praised for attentive service.

“A perfect adventure day! The catamaran is incredible! So many activities”

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3.Phuket: Coral and Racha Islands Hype Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 184 reviews · 7 hours · from $144

Spend seven hours aboard Hype Boat Club’s luxury catamaran from Chalong Pier. Swim and snorkel at Coral and Racha Islands, share a lower-deck daybed, enjoy Thai food, tapas, sushi, and soft drinks, then listen to a live DJ as the sun sets over the Andaman Sea.

“The staff were all so friendly and helpful, the islands were stunning, and sitting on the day beds at the front of the boat while cruising was amazing! The highlight of our trip was the stop at Racha Island to swim and snorkel. However, the food served at the beginning of the trip was sitting out for quite a while before we were allowed to eat so it was kind of stale and cold, and the seating arrangements are a bit odd… you are given an assigned table that you have to share with strangers and then it’s a free for all for the day beds on the front of…”

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4.Krabi 4 Island Tour: Private Long-tail Boat Charter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 148 reviews

Charter a traditional long-tail boat from Ao Nam Mao for about six hours, with hotel pickup from Ao Nang, snorkeling gear, fruit, and water. You set the pace at Chicken, Poda, Tup, Railay, or Phra Nang, though an English-speaking guide costs extra.

“Perfect day! Beautifully done private tour. Seamless logistics, attentive crew, and breathtaking island stops. Peaceful, flexible, and truly special.”

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5.Pattaya: 3-Island Hopping Sunset Yacht & Buffet with Live DJ

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 125 reviews · 8 hours · from $79Cheapest seat

You’ll spend eight hours aboard an 82-foot yacht from Pattaya, stopping at Koh Phai, Koh Rin, and Monkey Island, also associated with Koh Ped. Expect snorkeling, clear kayaks, paddleboards, floats, a water slide, Thai buffet food, mocktails, snacks, and drinks. Hotel pickup is included.

“The program was varied and offered good value for money. Unfortunately, the female members of the accompanying staff were not helpful at all, except for the lady shown in the picture. Our phone was about to run out of battery and we wanted to ask for a little charge, but they refused and were not kind. The lady in the picture helped immediately, smiled, and was kind. She gave us her own power bank. Perhaps the others should not be dealing with customers if it is such a burden for them…”

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6.Hype Yacht : VIP tour Krabi Islands & Phang Nga Bay from Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $277

Sail from Royal Phuket Marina on a small-group Hype Yacht cruise for up to 18 people. You’ll get hotel transfers, sparkling wine, lunch, snorkeling gear, Koh Hong Lagoon, Ko Lao La Ding, and sunset sailing in Phang Nga Bay. Alcohol is extra, and the minimum age is six.

“I could only highly recommend this tour - boat, dj, crew, route, pickup …. unforgettably moments and fun”

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7.Similan Islands Luxury Catamaran Day Tour (Phuket / Khao Lak)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · from $171

Spend about 14 hours aboard a double-deck catamaran from Phuket or Khao Lak, with breakfast, lunch, dinner, snorkeling at Islands 7 and 9, and beach time at Island 8. Guides such as Jasmine, Bee, and Mike help keep the long day friendly and organized.

“Fabulous trip, beautiful boat, felt very well looked after. Professional service. Would use again.”

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8.From Khao Lak: Similan Islands Day Trip by Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 27 reviews · 10 hours · from $120

Spend 10 hours from Khao Lak visiting Similan Islands No. 5, 6, 4, 9, and 8 by speed catamaran. You get hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, meals, drinks, an English-speaking guide, beach time, and the famous Sailing Rock viewpoint. Rough seas can change the plan.

“really good the islands a beautiful with crystal clear water. sadly the coral is pretty much dead but we saw many fish and a turtle. the climb to sail rock is a must, amazi g view”

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9.Krabi Hong Islands Sunset Party Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $86

Sail from Krabi past Railay and Phra Nang to Pak Ka, Lao La Ding, and Hong Island. Swim, snorkel, kayak, and paddleboard before a buffet meal and sunset party aboard the Meka Catamaran. Transfers, gear, towels, snacks, and a multilingual crew are included.

“This trip was amazing!! I can highly recommend it if you wanna do a trip around Maya Bay Koh Phi Phi etc. They are well organized, very friendly and helpful. The price is really fair for what you get, food was much better than expected and we were also lucky with the weather. Also, I heard this is currently the best & most modern boat around Ao Nang / Krabi. We went on my wife’s birthday and she was so happy :)”

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10.Coral and Racha Islands Luxury Catamaran Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · from $162

Spend about 7.5 hours aboard a Hype catamaran from Chalong Pier, with stops at Coral Island and Ko Racha Yai. Expect shared lower-deck daybeds, an international buffet, towels, snorkeling gear, soft drinks, hotel pickup, and a lively onboard atmosphere. Coco and Becky are among the guides praised for friendly service.

“We were so disappointed to miss this trip. We were not contacted with pick up time at our hotel. The morning of event we were contacted saying we missed our pick up and we were still charged. We were so disappointed to miss this event and extra hard as we still had to pay for it. Expensive outing to miss, especially after anticipating it for so long.”

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11.Krabi: Private Luxury Boat to Hong Islands Sunrise & Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 15 reviews · 5 - 8 hours

Start before dawn from Krabi, Ao Nang, Khlong Muang, or Tubkaek Beach and cruise by private vintage wooden boat to Hong Island, Lading, and Pak Bia. You’ll get a beach breakfast, fruit, snorkeling gear, and a guide such as Lin, Leen, Jess, or Peter, with sunrise views before the crowds.

“Our Hong Islands Sunrise Tour was absolutely magical. The early wake-up was completely worth it for the breathtaking views and peaceful atmosphere. Our guide, Leen, was exceptional. He was friendly, patient, and incredibly attentive. He took beautiful photos for us, made sure we were always comfortable, and gave us space whenever we needed it. His warmth and professionalism truly elevated the entire experience. The Hong Islands are stunning, and this tour is one we'll never forget. Highly recommend, especially with Leen as your guide!”

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12.Racha and Coral Islands with Sunset at Promthep Cape by Catamaran Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · from $89

Spend about 10 hours aboard a catamaran from Chalong Pier, visiting Coral Island and Racha Yai for beach time and snorkeling before a sunset cruise near Promthep Cape. Hotel transfers, buffet lunch, drinks, snorkel gear, and hand-fishing equipment are included. Groups can reach 40 people.

“We do not recommend this catamaran tour. The taxi pickup, which we paid for at an additional cost, was from the hotel two hours before the tour started. The hotel was outside the range. However, the ride only took an hour, and we then had to wait at the meeting point withRead more”

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13.Phuket: Sailing Yacht Island Hopping & Party Full-Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 8 hours · from $160

Set out from Phuket on a modern catamaran to Banana Beach and Racha Yai. You get a Thai buffet, mocktail, snorkeling, paddleboards, an iAqua Seascooter, ice cream, fruit, shared transfers, and a sunset dance party with an English-speaking crew.

“Excellent trip…loved the water scooters! Super comfortable new boat with a great staff.”

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14.Private VIP Speed Boat Charter to Phi Phi Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6 reviews · 9 hours

Take a private speed boat from Phuket for nine hours around Phi Phi, Maya Bay and Khai Island. You set the pace and can adjust the program, while the captain, crew and English-speaking guide handle the day. The boat carries only your group, up to eight people.

“Great tour, crew were very accommodating despite not speaking much English. Seemed to get us to all the good spots before most of the other tourists so it was too busy”

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15.Phi Phi & Bamboo Islands Escape by Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · from $147

Spend about nine hours visiting Bamboo Island, Phi Phi Don, Phi Phi Leh, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, and Maya Bay. You get hotel transfers, snacks, drinks, a Thai lunch, snorkeling gear, and an English-speaking guide. Confirm the pickup location and boat size before booking.

“I bought a trip from you with a maximum 15 participants. On the day there was between 60 and 70 on a very uncomfortable boat with little space. Also the Traditional Thai lunch at a seaside restaurant was dreadful and nowhere near traditional Thai. It was a poor cattle market buffet. Very poor”

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