Why the Early Bird
- Maya Bay before the crowds: up to 2 hours ahead of the classic tours.
- Morning light: the best photo conditions of the day.
- Freshness & calm: mild temperatures, almost deserted islands.
- Private up to 38 people: boat package, your own pace.
What you see
- Khai Nai Island, sunrise and light breakfast.
- Maya Bay, the beach from the film The Beach (excluding annual closure).
- Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, along Phi Phi Leh.
- Bamboo Island, snorkeling and white sand.
Good to know
Departure from Royal Phuket Marina, pick-up 4:45–5:00 a.m. National park fees and lunch extra. Reservation 3 to 7 days in advance.
Our schedules may vary depending on weather, sea and tides. Maya Bay is closed from August 1 to September 30.
Detailed programme
4h45–5h00
Hotel pick-up → Royal Phuket Marina
Pre-dawn shuttle to Royal Phuket Marina depending on your hotel location.
Lever du soleil
Khai Nai Island
Departure from the marina to Khai Nai: sunrise at sea or on the island, light breakfast.
Matin tôt
Maya Bay before the crowds
Arrival at Maya Bay up to 2 hours before the classic tours (subject to opening). Swimming, beach, viewpoint. Then Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Beach and Viking Cave, snorkeling on the reefs.
Midi
Buffet lunch at Phi Phi Don
Buffet lunch at the hotel restaurant a few steps from Phi Phi Don beach.
Après-midi
Bamboo Island then return
Swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing at Bamboo Island, then return to Royal Phuket Marina and hotel shuttle.
Included / Not included
Included
- Private speedboat + crew (captain + assistant)
- English-speaking guide on board
- Roundtrip hotel transfers (Phuket areas)
- Drinks on board: sodas, water, fruit juices
- Seasonal fruits
- Safety equipment: vest, mask, snorkel and fins
- Insurance
Not included
- National Park Fees
- Lunch
- Tip (optional)
- Alcoholic drinks
Before you go
Good to know
Prone to seasickness?
Take a tablet ~30 min before departure, sit mid-boat, keep your eyes on the horizon and avoid heading out on an empty stomach.
Beat the crowds
Iconic spots like Maya Bay are far calmer early in the day. Our morning departures get you there before the midday ferry rush.
National park fees
Some sites sit inside a national park, so an entrance fee may apply. Check the “Not included” list above so there are no surprises.
Sun & reef care
The tropical sun is strong, bring a hat, sunglasses and plenty of water. Reef-safe sunscreen is required in Thai marine parks.
What to pack
Swimwear under your clothes, a towel, a dry bag for your phone, and a change of clothes for the trip back.