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Top 15 Kayak Trips in Phuket

27 tours  ·  from $46 a head

Phuket weeks run out of free days fast. These 15 kayak trips deserve one, priced and timed so you can choose over breakfast.

Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat - Hong Island: rock formations and a lagoon
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Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat

1.Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,666 reviews · from $99Our pick

From Phuket, ride a large boat to Panak and Hong islands for guided canoe trips through caves, mangroves and a lagoon. Then visit James Bond Island and swim or paddleboard at Nakae. Hotel transfers, lunch and non-alcoholic refreshments are included; the 300 THB adult park fee is extra.

“Tony and crew looked after us very well. Whole day planned well from hotel pick up, kayaking and lunch.”

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From Phuket: Phang Nga Bay and Canoeing Tour by Big Boat - Panak Island: caves and limestone walls
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From Phuket: Phang Nga Bay and Canoeing Tour by Big Boat

2.Phang Nga Bay and Canoeing Tour by Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,528 reviews · 10 hours · from $53

Spend 10 hours exploring Phang Nga Bay from Phuket aboard a two-story boat, with hotel pickup, buffet lunch, drinks, and guided canoe trips at Panak and Hong islands. A local paddler takes you through caves and quiet lagoons, so you do not need to paddle yourself. You’ll also visit James Bond Island and see Tapu rock.

“Absolutely amazing! Only good emotions, everything was very well organised, thank you!”

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Phuket: James Bond Island Longtail Boat and Sea Canoe Tour - Longtail boat through Phang Nga Bay
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Phuket: James Bond Island Longtail Boat and Sea Canoe Tour

3.James Bond Island Longtail Boat and Sea Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,364 reviews · 9 hours · from $52

Travel from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay for a full day of caves, limestone scenery and local life. Visit Wat Suwan Khuha, eat lunch at the stilt village of Koh Panyee, see James Bond Island and glide around Talu Island in a canoe paddled by a local guide. Nikom and Tuk Tuk are among the guides praised for their care and humor.

“We had a brilliant tour around Phang Nha Bay and James Bond island. The mixture of activities was really pleasant, a mixture of cultural and sightseeing! Not too touristy and the tour did not feel overcrowded. Water provided and good lunch in the fishing village. Our tour guide Nikom was amazing, extremely friendly and really ensured we had a great day exploring! Would recommend!”

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Hong by Starlight: Sea Cave Kayaking and Loy Krathong Floating - From Ao Po Pier out into the bay
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Hong by Starlight: Sea Cave Kayaking and Loy Krathong Floating

4.Hong by Starlight: Sea Cave Kayaking and Loy Krathong Floating

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,215 reviews · from $128

Set out from Phuket around noon for a 10-hour trip through Phang Nga Bay. A guide takes you by kayak through limestone caves and into sheltered lagoons, with lunch and seafood dinner served aboard. After dark, make and float a flower krathong, then look for bioluminescent plankton. Hotel transfers, park fees, and kayak gear are included.

“This was one of the highlights of my trip to Phuket. Honestly, one of the best days of my life. My tour guide went so above and beyond. We swam, saw bioluminescent, explored so many caves and lagoons, ate incredible food…I could go on. The crew truly care about making sure you have a good time and are so so kind. I will be recommending this tour to everyone.”

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James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat - Panak Island’s caves and mangroves
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James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat

5.James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,202 reviews · from $103

From Phuket, take a speedboat across Phang Nga Bay, visit Panak Island’s caves and mangroves, and canoe at Talu Island with a local paddler. The day also includes lunch at Koh Panyee, time at famous James Bond Island, and a planned beach and swim stop at Naka Island. Hotel transfers and equipment are included; the national park fee is extra.

“Super day out in the sea visiting many points of interest and wonderful areas. The only downside is the number of people for the boat. It was overcrowded. Also they not give you proof of payment for the national park amount you are asked to pay directly to them.”

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Day Trip to James Bond (Canoeing & Kayaking Islands & Lunch) - Panak Island’s Diamond Cave
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Day Trip to James Bond (Canoeing & Kayaking Islands & Lunch)

6.Day Trip to James Bond (Canoeing & Kayaking Islands & Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 728 reviews · from $104

From Phuket, travel by boat through Phang Nga Bay to Panak Island’s Diamond Cave, Hong Island’s enclosed lagoon, and the famous rock formations at James Bond Island and Khao Phing Kan. Canoeing, a paddle, halal lunch, drinks, entrance fees, and hotel transfers are included. The tour starts at 8:00 am and takes about seven hours.

“Trip was well organized, beautiful views from the ship and canoe and decent lunch. Canoe guy was very helpful pointing best places for photo, making stop for me to take picture of crab. And as I didn't want to swim it was really nice to have an option to try canoeing by yourself.”

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James Bond Island by Big Boat w/ Sea Cave Canoeing and Lunch - Panak Island and the first sea caves
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James Bond Island by Big Boat w/ Sea Cave Canoeing and Lunch

7.James Bond Island by Big Boat w/ Sea Cave Canoeing and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 666 reviews · from $105

Spend about seven hours cruising Phang Nga Bay from Phuket, with sea-cave canoeing at Panak and Hong islands, a visit to James Bond Island, lunch, and paddleboarding and swimming time at Nakae Island. Transfers, equipment, an English-speaking guide, and the national park fee are included. Guides Tommy and Noon have been praised for their friendly help, though your assigned guide may differ.

“Tommy was such a friendly and outgoing tour guide.along with the staff. He took a lot of pictures for me as a solo traveler. My group was very welcoming and I learned quite a few new things from them. Highlight of this experience was the food. It was amazing! I highly recommend book this excursion.”

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Twilight Sea Canoe Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay - Hong Island and the enclosed lagoons
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Twilight Sea Canoe Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay

8.Twilight Sea Canoe Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 656 reviews · from $125

Start with a 12:30 pm pickup or meet at Ao Por Pier, then cruise by boat to Phang Nga Bay. A guide paddles you through sea caves and hidden lagoons, with stops at Koh Panak and James Bond Island. The day runs about eight and a half hours and includes meals, kayak gear, park fees, and hotel transfers.

“I’ve been on numerous tours and this was probably one of my favorite. From start to finish it was well organized and the crew was extremely attentive. Pickup, drop off, and boat ride was great. It’s a good size boat and there is plenty of space to be comfortable. It is an all day tour and they will take you through several caves by canoe. We were a family of 4 and while there are only 2 people per canoe (as well as the guide) they made sure to keep us all together and even took pictures of us throughout the tour. Food was great and we felt safe getting…”

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Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island with Canoeing By Big Boat - Ko Na Khae: A Chance to Swim
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Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island with Canoeing By Big Boat

9.Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island with Canoeing By Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 308 reviews · from $58

From Phuket, ride a two-story boat into Phang Nga Bay for guided canoe trips at Panak and Ko Hong, a swim stop at Ko Na Khae, and a walk around James Bond Island. Hotel transfers are included in several Phuket zones, along with lunch and refreshments. The boat can carry up to 60 people, and guides may include crew members such as Bobby, Ice, or Din.

“What a day! Our tour started with a prompt pickup and a good driver. Our tour guide nicknamed James Bond was informative and spoke great English. This is quite the operation! Everything ran smoothly, we got to see some amazing viRead more”

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Phuket: Phang Nga Bay Bioluminescent Plankton and Sea Canoes tour - James Bond Island: famous name, striking setting
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Phuket: Phang Nga Bay Bioluminescent Plankton and Sea Canoes tour

10.Phang Nga Bay Bioluminescent Plankton and Sea Canoes tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · from $145

Spend about eight hours exploring Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, with cave visits, canoeing around islands, a stop at James Bond Island and dinner at Ko Panyi. The evening ends with a search for bioluminescent plankton, though sightings and the exact viewing setup vary. Guides named Alex, San, Sun, Kiki and Teddy have led trips.

“Beautifuly organized! Not to crowded, felt a bit like exploring by ourselves. Even before the tour starts the give you tea, coffee, drinks and snacks. On the tour you have your constant choice of soft drinks, water, fruit and the dinner is deliciouRead more”

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Private James Bond Island Speedboat Adventure Tour w/ Canoeing - From Royal Phuket Marina to the islands
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Private James Bond Island Speedboat Adventure Tour w/ Canoeing

11.Private James Bond Island Speedboat Adventure Tour w/ Canoeing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews

From Phuket, your private group of up to 12 takes a speedboat to Panak Island’s caves, Talu Island’s mangroves, Panyee village, James Bond Island and Naka Island. Canoe staff paddle you through the caves and mangroves. Guides named in guest feedback include Dino, Tony and Ban, though your assigned guide may differ.

“We booked a private tour for the flexibility and privacy of going by ourselves. It was absolutely amazing. Tony was our guide and he was absolutely fantastic. We loved all the stops we made, which included exploring caves, James Bond IslaRead more”

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From Phuket : James Bond Island by Bigboat & Canoe Adventure - Panak Island: Caves, Tides and Canoe Paddlers
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From Phuket : James Bond Island by Bigboat & Canoe Adventure

12.James Bond Island by Bigboat & Canoe Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 108 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $62

Cruise Phang Nga Bay by big boat, ride with a paddler through caves and lagoons at Panak and Hong islands, visit James Bond Island, then swim at Kaya Island. Hotel transfers, park fees, lunch, drinks and snacks are included. Guides Bobby and Sam have led trips, though your guide may vary.

“Everything was amazing, such a beautiful places to visit, guide Sam was really lovely”

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James Bond Island by Speedboat and Canoe at Hong Island - Starting at Ao Po Pier
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James Bond Island by Speedboat and Canoe at Hong Island

13.James Bond Island by Speedboat and Canoe at Hong Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $74

Set out from Phuket for an eight-hour speedboat trip through Phang Nga Bay, with cave sightseeing, guided canoeing at Hong Island, a stop at James Bond Island, lunch at Koh Panyi, and beach time on Naka Island. An English-speaking guide accompanies the group, capped at 28 people. Hotel transfers are offered from several Phuket areas; the national park fee costs extra.

“Ibrahim was a good guide. The tour covered a lot of areas and provide opportunities for swimming and jet skiing.”

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Canoe Cave Explorer Phang Nga Bay Tour from Phuket - Phang Nga Bay: a first look at the karsts
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Canoe Cave Explorer Phang Nga Bay Tour from Phuket

14.Canoe Cave Explorer Phang Nga Bay Tour from Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 85 reviews · from $120

Leave Phuket for a seven-hour trip through Phang Nga Bay, where a guide paddles you into limestone caves and enclosed Hongs. The day includes a stop at James Bond Island, a swim at a secluded beach, lunch, drinks and round-trip hotel transport. This is more of a guided sightseeing paddle than a workout.

“We absolutely loved our canoe trip. The staff were all fabulous. The food was delicious and not spicy!! The caves were incredible and our guide was so helpful. The entertainment on board was amazing and so much fun I would highly recommend this trip to everyone. We given it 10 out of 10.”

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Premium James Bond Island by Big Boat with Canoeing - Cruising by large boat across the bay
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Premium James Bond Island by Big Boat with Canoeing

15.Premium James Bond Island by Big Boat with Canoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · from $60

Cruise Phang Nga Bay by large boat, take a short longtail ride to James Bond Island, and let a professional paddler guide your canoe through caves and lagoons. The day includes a Thai buffet lunch, drinks, and pickup from some Phuket areas. Guides have included James, Sam, and Mana, though the crew may vary.

“Well organised trip. Very relaxed and scenic tour. The food served on the boat for lunch was great as well.”

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