Why choose an early bird tour?

Departing earlier means fewer crowds at islands and caves, cooler weather, and better lighting for photography.

Yes. Both tours include a buffet lunch, fruits, soft drinks, and coffee/tea.

Do tours include hotel transfers?

Yes. Round-trip Phuket hotel transfers are provided for both tours.

Is canoeing included?

Yes. Both tours include canoeing at Hong Island. The big boat also adds Panak Island.

Is the National Park fee included?

Yes, on the speedboat tour; for the big boat, it’s an additional fee.

Which tour should I pick?

Choose a big boat if you value space and comfort; choose a speedboat if you want more adventure and extra stops.

James Bond Island Early Bird Tours

Early bird vs standard tours: Which is right for you?

Feature	Early bird tour	Standard tour
Timing	Early departure (7:30–8am) ensures you reach James Bond Island before the crowds	Later start (9–10am), so you’ll hit peak visiting hours
Crowds	Quieter bays, calmer photo ops, smoother canoeing experiences	Busier islands, with longer waits at highlights
Atmosphere	Cooler weather, golden morning light, relaxed or adventurous pacing depending on boat type	Hotter midday sun, livelier but often rushed experience
Dining	Buffet lunch served earlier onboard (Thai or Halal depending on boat)	Standard lunch at busier hours with more groups around
Activities	Full itinerary with canoeing at Hong/Panak + scenic extras (like Koh Panyee or Naka Island)	Similar routes, but less flexibility due to crowding
Best for	Travelers who value space, serenity, and exclusive-feeling stops	Those who don’t mind crowds and prefer a later start

Start early, see more

Why fight the crowds when you can enjoy Phang Nga Bay at sunrise? Early bird tours bring calmer seas, cooler weather, and iconic sites before they get busy.

Fast-paced and efficient island hopping – maximizing adventure time with minimal travel.

Tour start time: 7:30am | Tour end time: 5:30pm

Attractions covered: James Bond Island (Khao Phing Kan), Phang Nga Bay National Park, Hong Island, Koh Panyee (Floating Muslim Village), Naka Island, and Ice Cream Cave.
Your boat: A modern speedboat built for speed, minimizing travel time so you can explore more.
Everything you get: Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, an English-speaking guide, buffet lunch (halal) with fresh fruits, soft drinks, coffee, and tea, canoeing at Hong Island, snorkeling equipment like life jacket, snorkel, and mask, National Park fee, and travel insurance.
Phuket transfers: Round-trip hotel transfers from Kamala, Kalim, Patong–Tri Trang, Patong Beachfront, Kathu, Phuket Town, Koh Sirey, and Kata–Karon.

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay National Park by speedboat
English-speaking guide
Hotel transfers from Phuket
Snorkeling equipment (life jacket, snorkel & mask)
National Park fee
Travel insurance

Food

Buffet lunch (halal)
Fresh fruits, soft drinks, coffee & tea

Activities

Canoeing at Hong Island
Swimming at Naka Island
Walking tour at Ice Cream Cave

This ticket includes free hotel pickup and drop-off in Kamala, Kalim, Patong–Tri Trang, Patong Beachfront, Kathu, Phuket Town, Koh Sirey, and Kata–Karon. Check timings here.
In the next booking step, please provide your hotel's name and address.
On the day of the tour, be ready in your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes before your scheduled pick-up.
Waiting policy: The driver will wait at the hotel for a maximum of 5 minutes before departing. If you miss the pickup, your booking will be considered a no-show and will not be eligible for a refund.

This activity is not recommended for individuals with impaired physical mobility or those in wheelchairs and children under the age of 3 years.
Seniors over 60, people with high blood pressure, heart conditions, bone diseases, asthma, those who’ve had surgery within the last 1-2 years, and pregnant women are not allowed to join this tour.
Guests are advised to bring swimwear, beach shoes, a beach towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, a waterproof case, and a change of clothes.
The scheduled itinerary may change due to external factors such as weather, road traffic, or other unforeseeable circumstances.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Spacious 2-deck boat with cave canoeing and island stops, all wrapped up by afternoon. Tour start time: 8am | Tour end time: 4:30 pm

Attractions covered: James Bond Island (Khao Phing Kan), Hong Island, Panak Island, and Phang Nga Bay National Park.
Your boat: A two-story big boat with wide open decks, shaded seating, and smooth, stable cruising built for comfort and relaxation.
Everything you get: Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay by big boat, English-speaking guide, Thai buffet lunch, seasonal fruits, soft drinks, coffee/tea, canoeing at Panak Island and Hong Island, life jacket and all safety equipment, and travel insurance.
Phuket transfers: Round-trip hotel transfers from Patong, Kata, Karon, Kalim, Surin, Bangtao, and Phuket town.

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay National Park by big boat
English-speaking guide (Mandarin support available)
Hotel transfers from Phuket
Life jacket & safety equipment
Travel insurance

Food

Thai buffet lunch
Seasonal fruits, soft drinks, coffee & tea
Bottled water

Activities

Canoeing at Panak Island & Hong Island

Exclusions

National Park fee

This ticket includes free hotel pickup and drop-off from Patong, Kata, Karon, Kalim, Surin, Bangtao, and Phuket town.
In the next booking step, please provide your hotel's name and address.
On the day of the tour, be ready in your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes before your scheduled pick-up.
Waiting policy: The driver will wait at the hotel for a maximum of 5 minutes before departing. If you miss the pickup, your booking will be considered a no-show and will not be eligible for a refund.

This ticket includes free hotel pickup and drop-off from Patong, Kata, Karon, Kalim, Surin, Bangtao, and Phuket town.
In the next booking step, please provide your hotel's name and address.
On the day of the tour, be ready in your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes before your scheduled pick-up.
Waiting policy: The driver will wait at the hotel for a maximum of 5 minutes before departing. If you miss the pickup, your booking will be considered a no-show and will not be eligible for a refund.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Fast-paced and efficient island hopping – maximizing adventure time with minimal travel.

Tour start time: 7:30am | Tour end time: 5:30pm

Attractions covered: James Bond Island (Khao Phing Kan), Phang Nga Bay National Park, Hong Island, Koh Panyee (Floating Muslim Village), Naka Island, and Ice Cream Cave.
Your boat: A modern speedboat built for speed, minimizing travel time so you can explore more.
Everything you get: Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, an English-speaking guide, buffet lunch (halal) with fresh fruits, soft drinks, coffee, and tea, canoeing at Hong Island, snorkeling equipment like life jacket, snorkel, and mask, National Park fee, and travel insurance.
Phuket transfers: Round-trip hotel transfers from Kamala, Kalim, Patong–Tri Trang, Patong Beachfront, Kathu, Phuket Town, Koh Sirey, and Kata–Karon.

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay National Park by speedboat
English-speaking guide
Hotel transfers from Phuket
Snorkeling equipment (life jacket, snorkel & mask)
National Park fee
Travel insurance

Food

Buffet lunch (halal)
Fresh fruits, soft drinks, coffee & tea

Activities

Canoeing at Hong Island
Swimming at Naka Island
Walking tour at Ice Cream Cave

This ticket includes free hotel pickup and drop-off in Kamala, Kalim, Patong–Tri Trang, Patong Beachfront, Kathu, Phuket Town, Koh Sirey, and Kata–Karon. Check timings here.
In the next booking step, please provide your hotel's name and address.
On the day of the tour, be ready in your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes before your scheduled pick-up.
Waiting policy: The driver will wait at the hotel for a maximum of 5 minutes before departing. If you miss the pickup, your booking will be considered a no-show and will not be eligible for a refund.

This activity is not recommended for individuals with impaired physical mobility or those in wheelchairs and children under the age of 3 years.
Seniors over 60, people with high blood pressure, heart conditions, bone diseases, asthma, those who’ve had surgery within the last 1-2 years, and pregnant women are not allowed to join this tour.
Guests are advised to bring swimwear, beach shoes, a beach towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, a waterproof case, and a change of clothes.
The scheduled itinerary may change due to external factors such as weather, road traffic, or other unforeseeable circumstances.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Spacious 2-deck boat with cave canoeing and island stops, all wrapped up by afternoon. Tour start time: 8am | Tour end time: 4:30 pm

Attractions covered: James Bond Island (Khao Phing Kan), Hong Island, Panak Island, and Phang Nga Bay National Park.
Your boat: A two-story big boat with wide open decks, shaded seating, and smooth, stable cruising built for comfort and relaxation.
Everything you get: Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay by big boat, English-speaking guide, Thai buffet lunch, seasonal fruits, soft drinks, coffee/tea, canoeing at Panak Island and Hong Island, life jacket and all safety equipment, and travel insurance.
Phuket transfers: Round-trip hotel transfers from Patong, Kata, Karon, Kalim, Surin, Bangtao, and Phuket town.

Inclusions

Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay National Park by big boat
English-speaking guide (Mandarin support available)
Hotel transfers from Phuket
Life jacket & safety equipment
Travel insurance

Food

Thai buffet lunch
Seasonal fruits, soft drinks, coffee & tea
Bottled water

Activities

Canoeing at Panak Island & Hong Island

Exclusions

National Park fee

This ticket includes free hotel pickup and drop-off from Patong, Kata, Karon, Kalim, Surin, Bangtao, and Phuket town.
In the next booking step, please provide your hotel's name and address.
On the day of the tour, be ready in your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes before your scheduled pick-up.
Waiting policy: The driver will wait at the hotel for a maximum of 5 minutes before departing. If you miss the pickup, your booking will be considered a no-show and will not be eligible for a refund.

This ticket includes free hotel pickup and drop-off from Patong, Kata, Karon, Kalim, Surin, Bangtao, and Phuket town.
In the next booking step, please provide your hotel's name and address.
On the day of the tour, be ready in your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes before your scheduled pick-up.
Waiting policy: The driver will wait at the hotel for a maximum of 5 minutes before departing. If you miss the pickup, your booking will be considered a no-show and will not be eligible for a refund.

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Guided Tours

By Speedboat: James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay Canoeing Tour from Phuket

Fast-paced and efficient island hopping – maximizing adventure time with minimal travel.

Tour start time: 7:30am | Tour end time: 5:30pm

Attractions covered: James Bond Island (Khao Phing Kan), Phang Nga Bay National Park, Hong Island, Koh Panyee (Floating Muslim Village), Naka Island, and Ice Cream Cave.
Your boat: A modern speedboat built for speed, minimizing travel time so you can explore more.
Everything you get: Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, an English-speaking guide, buffet lunch (halal) with fresh fruits, soft drinks, coffee, and tea, canoeing at Hong Island, snorkeling equipment like life jacket, snorkel, and mask, National Park fee, and travel insurance.
Phuket transfers: Round-trip hotel transfers from Kamala, Kalim, Patong–Tri Trang, Patong Beachfront, Kathu, Phuket Town, Koh Sirey, and Kata–Karon.

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Free cancellation

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10 hr.

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

Meals included

Guided Tours

By Big Boat: James Bond Island, Hong Island & Phang Nga Bay Canoeing Tour from Phuket

Spacious 2-deck boat with cave canoeing and island stops, all wrapped up by afternoon. Tour start time: 8am | Tour end time: 4:30 pm

Attractions covered: James Bond Island (Khao Phing Kan), Hong Island, Panak Island, and Phang Nga Bay National Park.
Your boat: A two-story big boat with wide open decks, shaded seating, and smooth, stable cruising built for comfort and relaxation.
Everything you get: Full-day tour of Phang Nga Bay by big boat, English-speaking guide, Thai buffet lunch, seasonal fruits, soft drinks, coffee/tea, canoeing at Panak Island and Hong Island, life jacket and all safety equipment, and travel insurance.
Phuket transfers: Round-trip hotel transfers from Patong, Kata, Karon, Kalim, Surin, Bangtao, and Phuket town.

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Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

7 hr.

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

Meals included

James Bond Island early bird tours | Beat the crowds & enjoy a peaceful bay

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Why choose an early bird tour for James Bond Island

✔️ Visit James Bond Island before the crowds arrive

✔️ Calmer seas and cooler morning temperatures

✔️ Full day of sightseeing with more stops possible

✔️ Perfect for photographers chasing soft morning light

Things to know before booking your James Bond Island early bird tour

Early bird vs standard tours: Which is right for you?

Highlights of your James Bond Island early bird tour