The 15 Best Sea Canoe & Kayak Tours in Phuket

Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat

1.Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,666 reviews · from $99Our pick

Cruise Phang Nga Bay from Phuket on a large boat with guides such as Omar, Tommy, Ohma, Tony, and Dino. Paddle through caves and mangroves at Panak and Hong islands, visit James Bond Island, swim at Nakae Island, and enjoy a Thai buffet lunch.

“Our tour around the islands of Phuket was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we arrived, everything was perfectly arranged and thoughtfully paced. The canoeing experience through the caves was a true highlight — breathtaking scenery everywhere you looked! A huge shout-out to our amazing guide, Ohma! You can tell he genuinely loves what he does! We explored stunning islands, enjoyed delicious food, and soaked in some of the most beautiful views in Thailand. It was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation.”

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From Phuket: Phang Nga Bay and Canoeing Tour by Big Boat

2.Phang Nga Bay and Canoeing Tour by Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,528 reviews · 10 hours · from $53

Spend 10 hours cruising Phang Nga Bay aboard a stable two-story boat with guides such as Ohma, Bobby, Sam, or Tony. Canoe through caves at Panak Island and Ko Hong, swim, enjoy a buffet lunch, and visit James Bond Island. Local paddlers usually handle the canoeing.

“Very good tour, more relaxed because you go by big boat and not speedboat, which we had no good experience with. The food was pretty tasty, and staff were attentive. The guide was okay, we had a hard time understanding him though, so we had to double check about times etc. I think it's a good value for money overall.”

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Phuket: James Bond Island Longtail Boat and Sea Canoe Tour

3.James Bond Island Longtail Boat and Sea Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,364 reviews · 9 hours · from $52

Spend nine hours touring Phang Nga Bay from Phuket with an English-speaking guide such as Nikom or Tuk Tuk. Visit the Monkey Cave, ride a longtail boat through mangroves, eat lunch at Pan Yee, see James Bond Island, and let a local paddler guide your canoe around Talu Island.

“Nikon, my tour guide was brilliant, everything was perfect, very well organised, thank you”

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Hong by Starlight: Sea Cave Kayaking and Loy Krathong Floating

4.Hong by Starlight: Sea Cave Kayaking and Loy Krathong Floating

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,215 reviews · from $128

Spend noon to midnight exploring Phang Nga Bay by boat and guided kayak. Paddle through sea caves and emerald lagoons, make a flower krathong, enjoy lunch and seafood dinner, then watch for bioluminescent plankton after dark. Guides such as Mike, Adam, Woody, and Ameen have earned special praise.

“My husband, daughter, and I recently embarked on this unforgettable journey, and it touched our hearts in ways we’ll never forget! The staff were absolutely wonderful. We had a guide for all of our kayaking adventures, shout out to Woody Read more”

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James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat

5.James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,202 reviews · from $103

From Royal Phuket Marina, you’ll speed across Phang Nga Bay, paddle through Talu Island’s sea caves with a guide, eat Thai food at Koh Panyee, visit James Bond Island, and swim at Naka Island. Guides such as Tommy, Dino, Ohma, and Kung are praised for friendly, attentive service.

“I had the best time exploring Phang Nga Bay. Kung and his team were excellent, provided clear instructions, and supported everyone. The tour was balanced with chill and adventurous parts. Be mindful that the canoeing may involve going into narrow caves. Check with the crew before that experience! Overall - highly recommended!”

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Day Trip to James Bond (Canoeing & Kayaking Islands & Lunch)

6.Day Trip to James Bond (Canoeing & Kayaking Islands & Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 728 reviews · from $104

Travel from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay by boat, canoe through Panak and Hong islands, visit James Bond Island and Khao Phing Kan, then swim and eat a halal lunch. Hotel pickup, drinks, entrance fees, and canoe equipment are included. The group can reach up to 40 people.

“Trayectos en canoa con incursión en las cuevas y alrededores. Vistas desde el barco. Y roca de James Bond.”

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James Bond Island by Big Boat w/ Sea Cave Canoeing and Lunch

7.James Bond Island by Big Boat w/ Sea Cave Canoeing and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 666 reviews · from $105

Spend about seven hours cruising Phang Nga Bay by big boat, canoeing through sea caves at Panak and Hong islands, visiting James Bond Island, and swimming or paddleboarding at Nakae Island. Guides such as Tommy and Noon add personal help, especially for solo visitors.

“Noon was a great tour guide and made the experience good for a solo traveler in Phuket, my favorite part was the scenery that u can see from the boat”

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Twilight Sea Canoe Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay

8.Twilight Sea Canoe Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 656 reviews · from $125

Start with hotel pickup and a 12:30 p.m. departure from Ao Por Pier. A guide paddles you through Koh Panak Cave and Hong Island, then you visit James Bond Island after the crowds thin. Expect a full day with food, drinks, sunset views, and possible bioluminescent plankton.

“Overall wonderful trip with great crew and paddlers. Stops were perfect length and food was good. Nick and Alan were amazing as tour guides and Arrat was just the right paddler for us! We even got to see a Malay pit viper in one of the coves.”

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Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island with Canoeing By Big Boat

9.Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island with Canoeing By Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 308 reviews · from $58

Spend 8 to 9 hours island-hopping from Phuket aboard a two-story boat. Canoe with local pilots around Phanak Island and Ko Hong, swim at Ko Na Khae, visit James Bond Island and Ko Khao Phing Kan, and enjoy lunch, snacks, fruit, and hotel transfers.

“The trip was great, the canoes, caves, beach, lunch... until I broke my wrist, through my own fault on James Bond Island. Our tour director and everyone involved were fantastic! I still cannot believe how caring and thoughtful they were as well as the medical staff on the island. The cruise director was amazing, making sure I was being treated and our belongings were given back to us. One of the members of the tour crew stayed with us, my adult daughter and me a 68 year old woman, throughout the speed boat and ground ambulances. She accompanied us through the first emergency room, with many hours passing. They loaned…”

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Phuket: Phang Nga Bay Bioluminescent Plankton and Sea Canoes tour

10.Phang Nga Bay Bioluminescent Plankton and Sea Canoes tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · from $145

Spend about eight hours crossing Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, walking through caves, riding a local-paddled canoe near Hong Island, visiting James Bond Island and Ko Panyi, then watching glowing plankton after dark. Guides such as Alex, Sun, San, Kiki, and Teddy are praised for friendly, attentive service.

“Teddy and his team took great care of us and made sure that we are comfortable and saw all the sights. Just a note, come prepared with a change of clothes as there is a high likelihood that you would get wet. Secondly, the plankton would only be easily visible with there is No Moon or a cloudy night. Otherwise, you would need to go into a cave to view it. Wear water shoes if you have them, but some caves, you have to go in barefoot. In the event of rough weather, please take seasick pills BEFORE you begin your journey. If your hotel is far from the activity…”

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Private James Bond Island Speedboat Adventure Tour w/ Canoeing

11.Private James Bond Island Speedboat Adventure Tour w/ Canoeing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews

Spend 7 to 8 hours touring Phang Nga Bay by private speedboat from Phuket. Paddle through Talu Island’s caves and mangroves, visit Panyee village and James Bond Island, then swim at Naka Island. Hotel pickup, a guide, refreshments, and insurance are included. Lunch and park fees cost extra.

“The tour was amazing. Our tour guide, Dino, was fantastic. The guide was very helpful, informative, and explained to us everything in detail. I would highly recommend this tour company and this tour guide.”

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James Bond Island by Speedboat and Canoe at Hong Island

12.James Bond Island by Speedboat and Canoe at Hong Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $74

This 8-hour Phuket trip combines speedboat sightseeing with canoeing at Hong Island, cave visits at Koh Panak, James Bond Island, lunch at Koh Panyi, and beach time at Naka Island. Guide Ibrahim leads the day, with hotel pickup, snacks, a buffet lunch, and a maximum of 28 people.

“Ibrahim was a good guide. The tour covered a lot of areas and provide opportunities for swimming and jet skiing.”

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Canoe Cave Explorer Phang Nga Bay Tour from Phuket

13.Canoe Cave Explorer Phang Nga Bay Tour from Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 85 reviews · from $120

Set out from Phuket on a 7-hour guided canoe trip through Phang Nga Bay. A local paddler handles the canoe while you enter Koh Panak’s caves, visit tidal hongs, view James Bond Island, swim at a quiet beach, and enjoy lunch aboard a large boat.

“We absolutely loved our canoe trip. The staff were all fabulous. The food was delicious and not spicy!! The caves were incredible and our guide was so helpful. The entertainment on board was amazing and so much fun I would highly recommend this trip to everyone. We given it 10 out of 10.”

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Premium James Bond Island by Big Boat with Canoeing

14.Premium James Bond Island by Big Boat with Canoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · from $60

Spend about nine hours exploring Phang Nga Bay from Phuket by big boat and traditional longtail boat. Canoe through Panak and Hong islands with a professional paddler, visit James Bond Island, enjoy Thai lunch, and expect guides such as Mana or Sam to keep the day moving.

“I would rate as a full 5 star but regrettably the morning driver from our hotel to boat was running late so the ride was rather wacky races. I gave him a few pointed words before our return drive which worked 👍 The trip itself was great. SAM the tour lead was brilliant and attentive as we're his multiple staff. Food and drinks all good and flowing. It's a beautiful day out not to be .missed and good value imo .”

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Phang Nga Bay Private Bioluminescence and Sea Canoeing Tour

15.Phang Nga Bay Private Bioluminescence and Sea Canoeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews

Spend 7 to 8 hours with your private group exploring Phanak and Hong islands, James Bond Island, and Koh Panyee. Your guide handles the canoeing while you look for glowing plankton after sunset. Hotel pickup, drinks, snacks, and onboard restrooms are included, but dinner and park fees cost extra.

“This was the third time I did a day tour with 5 Star Marine. I can’t tell you it is getting better because it was already perfect the first time. We are living in Phuket and take our friends out when they visit us from abroad. What a wonderful Read more”

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