Koh Phi Phi: Half-Day Speedboat Tour to Maya Bay with Snorkel | Thailand
Unveil Phi Phi and Maya Bay on an all-inclusive speedboat tour. Enjoy views, beaches, snorkeling, bioluminescent plankton, and more at Monkey Bay, Pileh Lagoon, and beyond.
- Visit Maya Bay for 1 hour, made famous from Leonardo DiCaprio's "The Beach"
- Have amazing snorkel experiences with sharks, fish and beautiful corals
- Enjoy the comfort of an all-inclusive shared speedboat tour in Phi Phi
- Discover Phi Phi's monkeys in their natural habitat
- Swim at one the most beautiful lagoons in the world, Pileh Lagoon
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Eco-tourism, Beachcombing, Islands tour |
| Transport | Sightseeing cruise |
| Cruise type | Jet boat |
Product Info
Purchase Notice
- Maya Bay will close every year in August and September due to nature preservation. At this time, the tour will spend longer at other spots
- Tour schedules might differ due to weather and sea conditions. When big waves some spots cannot be visited, this is out of our control and we are not responsible for that as it is unpredictable
- This tour is sold out almost every day of the year. Maximum 38 people on the biggest speedboat
- Due to safety, no pregnant women are allowed
- The Andaman Sea is rough and usually has big waves. Be careful if you have a sensitive stomach
- Rain in Southern Thailand is very unpredictable and can happen anytime, especially in the monsoon season from May until December. Even if it rains, the tour is guaranteed to happen if conditions are safe, and no refund will be granted. Rainfall is usually short and can stop anytime. If we determine that conditions are unsafe, we will offer you to reschedule to another day or get a full refund
- You must arrange your own transport to Koh Phi Phi. An overnight stay is required due to limited transfers
Reminders
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: Asthma, Pregnant women, Heart disease
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
FAQ
Maya Bay is nestled on Koh Phi Phi Leh, one of the Phi Phi Islands in Thailand. This stunning bay is situated in the Andaman Sea, part of Krabi Province. It's renowned for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, white sandy beach, and dramatic limestone cliffs that enclose it, making it a prominent feature of the region.
Maya Bay gained global fame as the filming location for Leonardo DiCaprio's movie "The Beach." Its unparalleled natural beauty, including pristine white sands, vibrant marine life, and towering limestone karsts, has made it an iconic destination. Visitors are drawn to its picturesque tropical scenery and the sense of a secluded, beautiful paradise.
To protect its fragile ecosystem, visitors are currently permitted to visit Maya Bay's beach, but swimming directly in the bay is prohibited. Boats must moor at a designated pier behind the island. Permitted activities include walking on the pristine beach, enjoying the scenic views, and photography from the shoreline. Strict regulations are enforced to ensure minimal environmental impact and promote ecological recovery.
Maya Bay has undergone extensive rehabilitation, including a multi-year closure to allow its ecosystem to recover. Current efforts involve strictly limiting daily visitor numbers, prohibiting swimming in the bay, using designated mooring areas for boats, and extensive coral replanting projects. These comprehensive measures are crucial for restoring and preserving the bay's natural beauty and marine biodiversity for future generations.
During a typical half-day speedboat tour, visitors usually spend approximately one hour at Maya Bay. This duration allows ample time to enjoy the iconic beach, take photos of the stunning scenery, and appreciate the bay's natural beauty from the designated visitor areas, without causing overcrowding or undue stress on the sensitive environment.
Beyond Maya Bay, a comprehensive speedboat tour typically includes visits to other stunning Phi Phi Island locations. You can expect to explore Monkey Bay to see its resident macaques, swim and relax in the emerald waters of Pileh Lagoon, and experience amazing snorkeling opportunities to observe diverse marine life and corals. Some tours also offer a chance to witness bioluminescent plankton.
Snorkeling during a Phi Phi Islands tour offers excellent opportunities to discover vibrant marine life. You can expect to see various species of colorful fish, such as parrotfish, clownfish, and angelfish, swimming among beautiful coral formations. Lucky snorkelers might also spot blacktip reef sharks in their natural habitat within protected areas, adding to the excitement of the underwater experience.
Most speedboat tours to Maya Bay depart from major tourist hubs like Phuket or Krabi. Travelers can typically arrange transfers from their hotels to the respective piers, such as Rassada Pier in Phuket or Klong Jilad Pier in Krabi. From these primary departure points, speedboats provide efficient access to the Phi Phi Islands, where the tour officially begins.
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