REVIEWS · PHUKET
The good phuket catamaran cruises go weeks ahead and the best hulls go first. Below: the 14 to book early, what each includes, and where they differ once you are aboard.
Spend about 8.5 hours island-hopping from Phuket aboard a spacious speed catamaran. You’ll visit Bamboo Island, Phi Phi Don, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Maya Bay, and Maiton Island, with longtail boat rides, snorkeling, kayaking, meals, towels, and hotel pickup included. Guides such as Steve, Coco, and Flame keep the day moving.
“Great trip, very well organized with so many beutiful places to see.”
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”
Spend six hours sailing from Chalong Pier to Koh Hey, with snorkeling, beach time, optional water sports, drinks, and a Thai buffet dinner aboard the catamaran. Guides such as Mimi, Arm, Gigi, and Team Eddie have helped make this a friendly, relaxed choice, though beach crowds and changing sea conditions matter.
“Fantastic trip with Team Eddie. He was very helpful and good fun. The guys on the boat were brilliant. Snacks, dinner and drinks were included so tour was good value. Definitely recommend this day trip.”
Spend a full day aboard Aeolos, a 22-person catamaran visiting Coral and Racha Islands from Phuket. Expect two snorkel stops, a slide, kayak, paddleboard, handline fishing, buffet lunch, and a sunset return. Guides such as Aiu, Art, Sandy, and Kim are praised for attentive service.
“Excellent trip with friendly and helpful crew Enjoyed the water fun and slide Food was nice and plenty of soft drinks available”
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”
Spend about 8.5 hours aboard Seanery’s speed catamaran, visiting Bamboo Island, Phi Phi Don, Pi Leh Lagoon, Maya Bay, Viking Cave, and Maiton Island. You get hotel pickup on request, lunch, snacks, drinks, snorkeling gear, clear kayaks, paddle boards, towels, and a sunset finish.
“This was worth every single dollar, was the best experience for me and my buddy. The staff were so awesome and they make you feel so welcomed.”
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.”
Spend about seven hours aboard Hype Boat Club’s black catamaran, with a welcome cocktail, buffet lunch, covered loungers, swimming at Coral Island, snorkeling near Racha Yai, music, and sunset views. Hotel pickup and return are optional, and the boat can carry up to 75 people.
“We first were changed from our original package to this one due to weather. IT WAS AMAZING!! The staff, places visited, and food was great, except for the spicy chicken. I can't eat it.”
Spend eight hours sailing from Phuket to Coral, Racha, and Maiton Islands on a catamaran with hotel transfers, buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, drinks, and an English, Thai, or Chinese-speaking guide. Expect beach time, reef swimming, photo stops, and possible dolphin watching or fishing.
“It was great, especially the beautiful sunset we had, when we returned back with the boat. Snorkelling was also okey at Coral and Racha. We saw nice and colourful fishes. At Maiton Island we could catch a fish. That was exciting. There are many other tourists on Coral Island. Too many… but I think that‘s normal…”
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.”
Spend about eight hours aboard the 22-person Aeolos catamaran, visiting Coral Island and Racha Yai. You get hotel pickup, Thai buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, a glass-bottom boat or kayak, a waterslide, fishing, and a sunset return past Promthep Cape.
“It was a relaxing day. The guides were lovely. The beaches they took us to were beautiful! The hammock seating at the front was very comfortable. The water slide was really fun when we stopped for swimming and snorkelling. The lunch waRead more”
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”
You’ll cruise from Chalong Pier to Koh Hey with an English, Thai, or Chinese-speaking guide, snorkeling gear, dinner, fruit, and drinks included. Expect beach time, sea activities, a sunset meal near Promthep Cape, and a return later than the advertised five hours once hotel transfers are counted.
“Driver picked up on time to meeting point where we could have water coffee and some snacks. the catamaran was very nice, clean and the staff helpful. Coral island is a true piece of paradise: soft white sand and clear water. food was very good and the sunset amazing. I highly recommend this tour”
Start with hotel pickup in Phuket, then cruise from Chalong Pier to Coral Island and Racha Island. You get beach time, swimming, snorkeling, lunch, soft drinks, fruit, afternoon sushi, sparkling wine, and water toys. English and Chinese service is provided, though Mandarin may dominate on some departures.
“Superb day spent on board, everything was perfect, I recommend this activity”
By what the day is for, by what comes with the ticket, or by who else is aboard.
