Discover Maya Bay at Dawn: Avoid the Phi Phi Crowds
Description
Prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to the captivating Phi Phi Islands during the most peaceful time of the day. Your journey begins with convenient pick-up from anywhere in Phuket, followed by a comfortable ride on a state-of-the-art speedboat that ensures you arrive ahead of the crowds. Witness the unparalleled beauty of the Andaman Sea as the sun rises, painting the sky in hues of gold and pink. Explore pristine white sandy beaches and dive into crystal-clear waters to experience vibrant marine life through snorkeling. Marvel at the spectacular landscapes of Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon, iconic locations that feel straight out of a movie. Indulge in a freshly prepared meal in a serene setting before heading to your next destination. End your day with a smooth return journey, leaving you with cherished memories of an enchanting escape to the Phi Phi Islands.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Relax on the white sand beach and explore Maya Bay on your own. As you stroll, appreciate the restoration work around the bay, before heading to Pileh Lagoon, an uninhabited national park. Marvel at this enclosed lagoon's bright emerald waters encircled by towering limestone cliffs.
Head down to the cliffs and relax on the hidden beach by the lagoon before continuing to Viking Cave. Discover the historic industry devoted to the harvesting of swiftlet bird nests and learn their importance to Chinese culture.
Next, visit Monkey Beach. Stop at an idyllic spot, surrounded by nature and steep rock formations, and relax in paradise, surrounded by limestone cliffs. Look around to see the wild monkeys climbing the cliffs, relaxing on the beach, or swimming.
We do not guarantee that how many people will be at the destination but what we do is the tour will be opposite. In most cases AT LEAST 2 hours after most other companies depart Phuket for Phi-Phi Islands. Remember 10,000 visitors flock to Phi Phi every day in the high season. That’s a lot of people to share these small islands with. • 08.00-08.30AM Pick up from your hotel and transfer to our departure lounge at Royal Phuket Marina. • 10.0 AM Depart from our pier to PHI PHI ISLANDS. • 11.00AM - 16.00PM - The Itinerary will be the same please as per 6AM tour but will be opposite. • 17.00PM Arrive at Marina with happiness trip and transfer back to your hotel. The itinerary and timing above are given for information and can be modified without notice to fit the tide.
Arrive at Loh Sama Bay, a famous site of Koh Phi Phi Leh. See the small islet in the center and the tiny beach. Next, head to Maya Bay, where they filmed the movie The Beach.
Arrive at Loh Sama Bay, a famous site of Koh Phi Phi Leh. See the small islet in the center and the tiny beach. Next, head to Maya Bay, where they filmed the movie The Beach.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pickup customer from every hotel in Phuket. Pickup start From 6am for early bird and 8 am for normal program depending on hotel location. Once booked the tour operator will be email you the exactly pickup time from your hotel.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour not available for the customer who come from cruise terminal
- The duration of transfers are approximate; the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Reviews(92)
Such a great experience! Everyone was so kind and thoughtful. Every stop was fun, lunch was great and the weather was perfect. Highly recommend.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience and that everything—from the stops to the lunch—was enjoyable. Thank you for your recommendation, we truly appreciate it. 😊
Nice trip, but unfortunately very crowded everything. Every point is overflowing with tourists. Hence 1 point deduction. But the sight is indescribably beautiful. The rocks, the bay, the vegetation. Everything just awesome as you wish. But through the movie The Beach, very commercial . Exactly that the film itself did not stand for.
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback. We understand your feelings about the crowds, especially at such popular spots, and appreciate your balanced review. We’re glad to hear you still found the scenery breathtaking—the cliffs, bay, and vegetation truly are spectacular. Your comments are very valuable and help set realistic expectations for future visitors.
Early start, perfect no crowds ! Breakfast and lunch included with snacks and drinks .Perfect amount of time at each place , boat immaculate with plenty of space and everything you need with friendly helpful crew!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the early start with no crowds, the included meals and refreshments, and the well-paced itinerary. It’s great to know you found the boat immaculate and the crew friendly and helpful. We truly appreciate you sharing your experience with us.
To avoid I booked a hotel that offered the option to pre-book breakfast The hotel's address is clearly listed in the booking confirmation I find myself with a room in a separate building 150 meters from the hotel So I won't be able to have breakfast when I wake up (I'm not going to walk 150 meters back and forth outside in the street to get my coffee). When I point out that what I was sold doesn't match the advertisement nor the information in the booking confirmation, they tell me they're using a partner and there's nothing they can do. I can cancel my reservation, but I'll lose the entire amount. It's illegal, it's false advertising and misleading sales, but they don't care at all. To avoid, they're scammers.
Great day out! Picked up from our hotel and brought to the royal marina where we had a very small breakfast and safety briefing. From there onto the boat and off we went on our journey! So beautiful and the guides were all so friendly and helpful
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled you had a great day out, from the convenient hotel pick-up to the friendly and helpful guides. It sounds like a beautiful journey, and we're glad you enjoyed the royal marina experience and smooth start to your adventure. We hope to welcome you aboard again soon! 🚤😊
Being able to start our trip early was great. The photo package was worth it especially with the snorkeling pictures. Unfortunately my photographer didn’t get any of myself snorkeling, which was a huge bummer. We only got to snorkel at one stop due to the waves. I wish there was a back up plan for a different place to stop! The entire boat staff was so nice and helpful. We enjoyed the ride and snacks. Everything was so beautiful.
It sounds like you had a mixed experience, with some highlights and some disappointments. Starting your trip early and having a photo package can definitely enhance the experience, but it's a shame that there weren't more opportunities for snorkeling and that some photos were missed. Nevertheless, it's great to hear that the boat staff were helpful and that you still enjoyed the ride and snacks. Hopefully, next time there will be better conditions for snorkeling!
Mr Boi was a energetic and enthusiastic guide. The tour was fun and despite the quick stops they felt like an appropriate amount of time. Snorkeling water was a little rough but well worth it.
It sounds like you had an energetic and enthusiastic guide in Mr. Boi! Despite the quick stops, the tour felt well-paced, and even if the snorkeling water was a bit rough, it seems it was still worth the experience.
When we booked the tour, one of us wasn't going to go swimming/snorkelling and we were told that would be ok you can stay on the boat. Whilst this was true, it wasn't exactly comfortable (speed boat). The members of our party who did go in the water loved the experience. Lunch was better than expected (buffet) and we would have preferred to spend a little more time on Phi Phi Island to explore the streets/shops after lunch rather than the additional time of the beach at Bamboo island. having said that, it was an enjoyable day out
It sounds like you had an enjoyable day overall, but there were a few aspects of the tour that could have been more comfortable or better timed to suit your preferences. Thank you for sharing your feedback. It can be valuable for both tour operators and future travelers to understand the different aspects of the experience. If you decide to visit Phi Phi Island again or explore other destinations, you might consider sharing your feedback with the tour operator in advance so they can try to tailor the experience more closely to your expectations. Safe travels!
The trip was relaxing, and I bet a better experience in calmer/sunny days. Merci was an excellent tour guide, and the crew was always kind and attentive to people. This however is for their information, to be better. During my trip, we crossed the ocean in a storm, and as anyone would expect, it was extremely rough. Which is expected in my head, for Monsoon season. However a lot of people on the trip, seemed to have never been on a boat or expected this. So people were afraid for their lives, throwing up, yelling for more information, crying, etc... It was chaos at certain points. From my experience on rough seas, we were never in any danger, and the crew/captain performed perfectly. However these clients needed frequent updates and assurances they were safe, and all was ok. This communication would have calmed a lot of uneasiness about the situation, and would have been a flawless trip, except for the weather, which is completely out of the control of this company/guide/crew. Otherwise, some parts of the trip was excludes due to weather or closure. It is a worthwhile trip to take, with this company, if you are in the market...
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about your trip. It's great to hear that despite the challenging weather conditions, you found the trip relaxing and you had an excellent tour guide, Merci. It's also commendable that the crew was kind and attentive to the passengers' needs. I understand that the rough seas during the storm caused some passengers to feel uneasy and anxious. Your suggestion regarding frequent updates and assurances from the crew is valuable feedback. Clear and consistent communication during such situations can certainly help alleviate concerns and create a more comfortable experience for passengers who may not be accustomed to rough sea conditions. It's unfortunate that some parts of the trip had to be excluded due to weather or closures, but it's good to know that you still found the overall trip worthwhile. Thank you for providing this feedback to help the company improve their services. If you have any more experiences or recommendations to share, feel free to let me know! Safe travels and may your future adventures be filled with smooth seas and sunny skies!
went with family. Initially at the pier everything was a chaos...too much people they make us wait for too long. After we where asigned to a boat everything was smooth. They explained us the itinerary and even provided us with pulls for dizziness. We did snorkeling and was great. Lunch was ok, a regular buffet, nothing great. Personnel were really nice, they keep up looking if people feel sick or were ok. Sodas and water were provided also bananas. Really good tour!! would recommended
I'm glad to hear that despite the initial chaos at the pier, your experience on the tour turned out to be smooth and enjoyable. Once you were assigned to a boat, the itinerary was explained to you, and you were provided with items to help with dizziness, ensuring your comfort during the trip. Snorkeling sounds like it was a great experience, allowing you and your family to explore the underwater world. It's wonderful to know that the personnel were attentive and caring, checking on the well-being of the guests and providing refreshments like sodas, water, and bananas. While the lunch may have been a regular buffet, it's good to know that the overall tour was really good and you would recommend it to others. Thank you for sharing your feedback about the tour. If you have any more experiences or recommendations to share, feel free to let me know! Safe travels and may you have many more enjoyable adventures with your family!
