Luxury Catamaran Cruises in Phuket: the 15 Best Days on the Water

1.Phi Phi, Bamboo & Maithon by Premium Speed Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 901 reviews · 10 hours · from $87Our pick

Ride a premium speed catamaran from Phuket to Bamboo Island, Phi Phi Don, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Maya Bay and Maithon. Expect hotel transfers, buffet lunch, snorkeling, clear kayaking, snacks and sunset views, with guides such as Linda, Smile, QQ and Asma leading different boats.

“This was the best tour ever! besides the organization and the team that thought about everything, the location was fantastic, impressive and humbling. Big kudos to the Thai people that manage the National Park for keeping a healthy balance in between providing tourists with a great experience and preserving the nature. I would recommend this to everyone who is ready to invest 1 full day because this activity is totally worth it! + the snorkeling experience gave us the chance to swim with the sharks (our guide knew where to spot them) and to see the most colorful fish ever”

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2.Phuket/Khao Lak: Similan Islands Luxury Catamaran Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 284 reviews · 1 day · from $128

Spend a full day sailing from Thap Lamu to Similan Islands 7, 8, and 9 aboard a spacious catamaran for up to 50 people. Expect two snorkeling sessions, island walks, three meals, photo service, and guides such as Kim, Jasmine, Sarah, or Mukki, depending on the departure.

“Thank you to the entire crew for the excellent care during our Similan Islands trip. Special recognition goes to our guide Kim and Captain Jack Sparrow. When our son became ill, Kim took care of him with great calm, compassion, and dedication — we truly felt safe and supported. The whole crew was incredibly kind and helpful. We definitely recommend this tour. Milena”

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3.Coral and Racha Islands Hype Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 184 reviews · 7 hours · from $144

Set out from Chalong Pier on Hype Boat Club’s luxury catamaran for Coral and Racha Islands. You’ll share a lower-deck day bed, swim and snorkel, eat an international buffet, and return with a DJ-led sunset party. Hotel pickup is available as an option, while drinks from the bar cost extra.

“Great day out, picked up from our hotel and looked after from there. Definitely worth spending the extra money on this trip compared to the cheaper options available.”

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4.Phi Phi Maiton Island Sunset Premium Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 99 reviews · 10 hours · from $128

Spend a full day at sea with Love Andaman, visiting Pileh Lagoon and Maya Bay by catamaran and long-tail boat, then stopping at Phi Phi Don for lunch. Finish around Maiton Island with snorkeling, paddleboarding, a water slide, onboard snacks, and sunset views. Guides may include Vivian, Bessie, MJ, or Bella.

“An unforgettable tour with Love Andaman! The team was so kind and took great care of us from start to finish. The boat was big and comfortable, and the snorkeling spots were incredible. Lunch was a tasty buffet, and there was plenty of fruit and drinks available throughout the trip.”

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5.Premium Phi Phi, bamboo island tour Speed Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · from $119Top rated

Cruise from Phuket to Koh Khai Nai, Bamboo Island, Maya Bay, Pi Leh Lagoon, Phi Phi Don, and Monkey Beach on a semi-enclosed speed catamaran. Expect a small group, two snorkeling sessions, halal buffet lunch, snacks, drinks, and lively guidance from Latte and her team.

“Latte and her team are amazing. They take such good care of you and you get to see everything. It is very comfortable and enjoyable. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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6.Coral & Racha Sunset Luxury Catamaran Party Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 75 reviews · 8 hours · from $125

Spend eight hours aboard Rhapsody, a luxury catamaran sailing from Phuket to Coral and Racha islands. You get lunch, snorkeling, paddleboards, kayaks, sea scooters, a water slide, five photographer photos, and a DJ foam party at sunset. Ask if guide Timmy is leading your departure.

“great activity to enjoy, the food was great was well as the entertainment”

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7.Phi Phi & Bamboo Island Full Day Tour by Premium Speed-Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 68 reviews · from $97

Leave from Royal Phuket Marina at 7:30 am for an 8-hour speed-catamaran trip to Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Bamboo Island. Expect a Thai lunch, snorkeling, beach time, and guides such as Noman or Sky from Sawanu Travel.

“Great arrangements all confirmed previous night regards to pick up time. Great presentation about the day and the islands, our guide Noman from Sawanu travel was great!!”

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8.Phi Phi, Maya & Bamboo By Premium Speed Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 56 reviews · 1 day · from $99

Join Sawanu Travel for a busy but scenic day from Phuket to Maya Bay, Pi Leh Lagoon, Phi Phi Don, and Bamboo Island. Guides such as Sky, Bela, and Iliya lead the trip, with breakfast, lunch, snorkeling gear, hotel transfers, fruit, drinks, WiFi, and a restroom included.

“We had a fabulous time! It was a bit of a bumpy ride out to the Phi Phi islands on the catamaran but they gave us sea sickness tablets before and it eventually felt like a fun roller coaster ride! The islands themselves were absolutely beautiful - Viking Cave and Monkey Island were for pictures only, but we could swim in the lagoon, snorkel near Phi Phi Don and swim at Bamboo Island. Our tour guide, Sky, was so much fun! Lunch was also lovely. Probably my favourite experience in Phuket so far!”

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9.Phi Phi Maya and Maithon by Indigo Luxury Catamaran in Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $162

Spend about eight hours on a 2024 twin-hull catamaran with a maximum of 40 people. Swim and snorkel near Phi Phi and Maithon, ride a long-tail boat through Pileh Bay, visit Maya Bay, and enjoy Thai food, kayaks, slides, and hotel pickup.

“Very good guide!!👍🏻👍🏻 and cool experience, admission fee was ok , length of the visit from 8 am until 6pm”

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10.Similan Islands Tour by Premium Speed Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 45 reviews · 1 day · from $112

Travel from Phuket to the Similan Islands by premium speed catamaran with hotel pickup, breakfast, snorkeling at Ko Bangu and Miang Island, lunch at Similan Island, and an English-speaking guide. Guides including Tequila and Captain Jack Sparrow have been praised for keeping the day friendly and safe.

“We had a wonderful time. Special thanks to Tequila, Captain Jack Sparrow, and all the lovely team. The trip there is quite long, but absolutely worthwhile.”

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11.James Bond Island Tour By Premium Speed Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 9 hours · from $99

Spend nine hours touring Phang Nga Bay by premium speed catamaran with hotel pickup, a light breakfast, lunch, drinks, canoeing, snorkeling gear, and an English-speaking guide. You’ll visit Naka Yai, Panak, Hong, Panyi, James Bond, and Rang Yai Islands, with time for beaches and swimming.

“Wycieczka na James Bond Island jak najbardziej na plus. Wystarczająco dużo czasu na zwiedzanie i spokojne obejrzenie atrakcji. Obiad bardzo smaczny. Całość dobrze zorganizowana — zdecydowanie polecam.”

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12.Racha and Coral Island One Day Trip + Sunset by Luxury Catamaran From Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 39 reviews · from $70Best value

Leave Chalong Pier at 7:00 am for Coral Island and Racha Yai aboard a catamaran. Swim, snorkel, eat lunch, try optional water sports, then fish and watch sunset near Promthep Cape. Pickup is included from several Phuket areas, with a maximum listed group size of 30.

“I’m a solo traveler and enjoyed this tour, even though it was conducted by a honeymoon tour operator. I would go again! The tour is exactly as described. One piece of advice: bring a portable Charger for your phone as you’ll want to take a lot of pictures and videos of the natural beauty!”

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13.Similan Islands Luxury Catamaran Day Tour (Phuket / Khao Lak)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · from $171

You’ll cruise from Phuket to the Similan Islands aboard a double-deck catamaran, with breakfast, lunch, dinner, snorkeling gear, towels, and up to five free photos. Expect time on Island No. 8, Sail Rock views, and snorkeling near Islands No. 9 and 7.

“Fabulous trip, beautiful boat, felt very well looked after. Professional service. Would use again.”

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14.Phi Phi Islands and Khai Island by Premium Speed Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 28 reviews · from $77

Start at Royal Phuket Marina for a light breakfast, then ride a premium speed catamaran to Khai Island, Monkey Bay, Phi Phi Don, Viking Cave, Maya Bay, and Pileh Lagoon. Expect a full 7 to 8 hours, shared group travel, snorkeling, swimming, lunch, and a maximum of 66 passengers.

“Excellent! Well organised, comfortable and good stops. Highly recommend to others. Well worth the money”

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15.Phuket/Khaolak: Similan Islands Speed Catamaran Premium Trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 24 reviews · 11 hours · from $131

Travel by premium catamaran from Phuket or Khao Lak to Koh Miang, Koh Ba Ngu, and Similan Island 8. Expect breakfast, lunch, snorkeling gear, multilingual guides, beach time, Sailboat Rock, and Donald Duck Bay. The day lasts 11 hours and includes hotel pickup.

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