Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim
Description
Cruise through Krabi’s stunning Andaman Sea on this 4-island sunset tour featuring snorkeling, paddleboarding, beach time, and a magical night swim with glowing bioluminescent plankton. Experience Krabi’s most iconic islands on a laid-back sunset cruise aboard our traditional wooden Junk boat. Departing at 2 PM, we keep it intimate with small groups and personalized service. Snorkel or paddleboard at Koh Ya Wa Sam, a hidden gem teeming with marine life, then visit Chicken Island for more snorkeling or a stroll on its white sandy beach. Cruise on to Poda Island, where dramatic limestone cliffs rise from turquoise waters. As the sun sets, enjoy a delicious Thai buffet on board. Then, back at Railay beach, take a magical night swim surrounded by glowing bioluminescent plankton. With light snacks, drinks, and the charm of our unique boat, this sunset cruise blends adventure, natural beauty, and laid-back vibes—whether you're solo, with friends, or sharing the moment with someone special.
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One of the best snorkeling spots in the area with plenty of Marine life and beautiful coral. We spend plenty of time here to enjoy snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking or just relaxing on our boat. We also stop at Ko Si and Ko Ta Ming to snorkel however the itinerary changes day to day depending on conditions.
One of the most famous islands in the area. Swim, snorkel, paddleboard and kayak at this iconic spot.
Watch the sunset and enjoy a tasty Thai buffet dinner on the boat. Depending where we stop there may be small private beach you can swim to.
Once its dark end the day swimming with the bioluminecsent plankton. One of the most magical experiences.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring a towel, sunscreen and camera. It sometimes gets cool in the evening after swimming if you want to bring a warm top etc.
- We run with a minimum of 8 pax and if we do not reach these numbers after confirmation you will be fully refunded or alternate dates offered
- In low season (May - Oct) we monitor the weather conditions closely and will cancel within 24 + hours if they are not suitable for sailing, as we take safety very seriously
- Wear suitable clothing for wading in shallow water, to get in and out of the long tail boat which transports you to the junk
Reviews(1,977)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We joined this boat tour during our trip to Krabi last year with a group of friends, and it was easily one of the highlights of our vacation. From the very beginning, it felt different from the typical tourist tours. Even though there were quite a few people on board, it never felt crowded or impersonal. The crew was incredibly friendly, always chatting with everyone and making us feel welcome. It felt more like spending the day with friends than being on a commercial tour. The places we visited were absolutely stunning. Instead of taking us to overcrowded tourist spots, we stopped at beautiful locations with healthy, well-preserved coral reefs, which made the snorkeling experience even more special. At the start of the tour, they also offered seasickness tablets to anyone who wanted them, which was a thoughtful touch and showed how much they cared about their guests. The perfect ending was getting to see the bioluminescent plankton at night. It was such a magical experience and something we’ll never forget. Overall, everything was perfectly organized, and every single person in our group loved the tour. We would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Krabi. If you’re looking for an unforgettable boat trip with an amazing crew and incredible locations, this is the one to book!
Had a fantastic day, managed to see clown fish, swim with sharks and even touch giant clams. Start straight from the beach at the resort. Sped to the boat on a water taxi. Boat is amazing, with a lot of history. Staff are great, from serving drinks and food, to teaching all you need to know to make the experience amazing. Don't worry if you are inexperienced they look after everyone. After breakfast on a beautiful isolated island, we headed off to scuba dive. (Or paddle board). Lots of staff in the water, and one guide showed me around areas to see some amazing scenery and creatures. Managed to swim with sharks, that were very shy. After another stop and watching the sunset we ate some decent food and headed for the bioluminescent swim, which was like swimming in space.
Excellent trip, and service, highly recommended
The trip on the pirate boat was unique and a wonderful experience! The boat is the most beautiful one I have ever been on during such a tour, and Michael and his partner were great, accommodating, and very entertaining guides! The snorkeling spots were amazing; we even saw sharks! The group was small and therefore super relaxed, and there was more than enough space on the boat! A small glimpse into our great day as pirates: https://youtu.be/RZuEGJth03c?is=gzhFsaasA33DLqfj Unreserved recommendation!
The cruise we did with Michael and his crew is one of my favourite memories from our Thailand trip. Everything was perfectly organized and the crew made sure that everyone had a fantastic time. You can really tell that the crew is loving their job! This is not just another cruise trying to get as many people as possible to all the overcrowded tourist hot spots. Instead, Michael and his team take you to locations away from all the masses of tourists, so that you can swim, snorkel and explore freely. There was always enough time to explore each spot, no rush just to get to the next one. Plenty of equipment is provided, including snorkelling gear and SUP boards. Towards the end of the tour, we got to witness an amazing sunset and had a fabulous buffet-style dinner, including vegetarian options. Amidst all the masses of island tours available in or around Krabi, I am glad that I chose to go with Krabi Sunset Cruises and would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and unfortgettable experience!
Micheal and his team are amazing. They were friendly hospitable and also knowledgeable. It was an amazing trip everyone snorkelled they have great equipment and helped everybody. I would recommend them
What an amazing island tour! The entire experience was unforgettable. Even though we didn’t know how to swim, the guides were incredibly patient, supportive, and made us feel completely safe throughout the trip. The highlight was the bioluminescent plankton experience—it was absolutely magical and something we’ll never forget. Every stop was well organized, and the crew made sure everyone had a great time.
Amazing cruise so relaxed. The owner took time to speak to everyone and make u feel at ease he also knew everything. There was just enough people not over crowded.
Wow what can I say about this boat trip!! It literally had everything and more. Michael is the perfect host, super friendly, knowledgeable and most of all, make us feel confident and comfortable all day long. The snorkelling was unreal and to swim with reef sharks was honestly a pinch me moment. The crew all day couldn’t do enough for us, and while in the water there was always somewhere there to help, point out fish or simply watch and make you feel supported. My husband isn’t the most confident in the water but Michael made sure he stayed with him, meaning he could experience it all, not once making him feel silly or embarrassed. The food on the boat was a huge surprise - we didn’t know what to expect but it was delicious and there was plenty! And the boat itself was amazing. Different to anything else we saw and made the adventure even more amazing! We got to experience paddle boarding for the first time, again, with so much encouragement and support, including dry bags. Then to get back into the water in the dark to see the plankton is an experience I will never forget. Honestly magical. I’ve recommended Michael and team to a few people already and will continue to do so. If you’re thinking about booking, don’t hesitate. You will not regret it!!!
Had the best time at this cruise! Michael and the team do a fantastic job of curating a great experience and the bioluminescent swim was a bucket list experience! Every part of the experience was really well organised, and we had a blast.
