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Phi Phi Island Private Boat Tour
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Phi Phi Island Private Boat Tour

By 5 Star Marine
Recommended by 99% of travellers
99% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 6–8 hours
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Live guide: Arabic, Chinese, English
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  • Bottled water
  • Soda/Pop
  • Snacks
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Private transportation
  • Restroom on board
  • Entry/Admission - Phuket
  • Entry/Admission - Monkey Beach
  • Entry/Admission - Nui Beach
What's not included
  • Lunch
  • National Park Fees (400 THB per Adult and 200 THB Per Child)
  • Entry/Admission - Maya Bay
  • Entry/Admission - Pileh Bay


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • We will pick you up from any hotel or location within Phuket. Once your booking is received we will contact you to co-ordinate your pick up with our Private VIP Driver Team.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Airport pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
      • Phuket Intl Airport, Mai Khao, Phuket 83110 Thailand
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • 5 Star Marine, 20, 73, ตำบล เกาะแก้ว อำเภอเมืองภูเก็ต ภูเก็ต 83000, Thailand
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Pushchair accessible
        • Service animals allowed
        • Infant seats available
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 133093P1

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Most travellers can participate
        • The national park fee is not included in your quoted price. Payment is in cash on the day of the tour. Payment should be made to your guide who will organise your national park ticket.
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 133093P1

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        • 5 Star Marine
          1,423
          Phuket, Thailand
          Joined in March 2019
        • L H
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Highly recommended
          Great customer service from the day we booked, communicated with me throughout the period before we stared. Prompt pickup from our hotel, warm welcome from the staff. Our tour guide Alex and his team took great care of us, especially my 80 years old mum. He was very thoughtful and caring, tried his best helping my mum so she was not missing out and can joined all the activities with us. It is very appreciated. Highly recommended. - Lily
          Written 19 January 2025
        • justinedG9840YS
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
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          Written 15 January 2025
        • Jettyman64
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing as always
          Because we have done many trips with 5 star we decided on captains choice and it was amazing. The crew were caring professional and good fun and the snorkelling was some of the best ever.
          Written 15 January 2025
        • antonysF9473JI
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fun on the water
          A fun day out on the water. Great sites with an experienced team. What more could you ask for. The kids all enjoyed it as they were kept busy all day.
          Written 12 January 2025
        • sailaunghein09
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great private tour
          Beer was our tour guide and was very helpful from start to finish about 8 hours. Safety, guidance and convenience. The best possible experience. Highly recommended.
          Written 11 January 2025
        • Inspire50453068681
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          We had the BEST day with 5 Star Marine in Phuket!
          From start to finish the communication from five star Marine was fantastic. We had a seamless experience that was customized and catered to our wishes in every way. The company took us on a tour of Phi Phi Islands and James Bond Islands, and it was the perfect amount of time spent at each. It was well organized from start to finish, starting and ending with private transfers from our resort. They even let us stop to pick up some things on the way there and back. Ya Ya, our guide, along with our captain and crew member were amazing and had a ton of local knowledge of the area!!! We had the best spots for snorkeling and cave exploring, and we were away from any crowds! They even recommended and made a reservation for us at a local restaurant that was absolutely fantastic with the most fresh fish and Thai food. They really know how to show a good time and also clearly prioritized safety and cleanliness. The boat itself was new and fantastic! Could not recommend this tour company and this tour more, and we are very picky customers who have done private tours around the world!
          Written 10 January 2025
        • usamasiddiqui
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Private tour of Phi Phi islands and James bond island
          we had a wonderful time, and the crew was extremely helpful and accommodating to our needs. Timing for each location was perfect, and we were able to do Pileh Lagoon right before low tide. Thank you for arranging an amazing day for us, a memorable experience, and boat tour hands down
          Written 9 January 2025
        • 571rohant
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Combined james bond and phi phi tour
          Great service and hospitality. Did the combined tour..was tiring but very worth it since we had only a day left in phuket. Highly recommend!
          Written 9 January 2025
        • Y2944AFjohnp
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          5 star did not disappoint
          My group had a wonderful time on our private whole day adventure. We got to see everything we wanted to and more. Our tour guide Noon was great and our captain and first mate were excellent. I would highly recommend that you do this tour.
          Written 6 January 2025
        • Kelly H
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The PERFECT DAY on this private charter boat!
          Jessica and the whole crew were amazing for our private James Bond Island Boat tour with lots of other awesome experiences included. Not only did we spend time on James Bond Island, we canoed through caves, visited a floating village, and Jessica scheduled the most perfect lunch at a Baan Rim Nam restaurant on the island of Ko Yao Yai (Five Stars for the restaurant too). The fresh fruit on board was a nice addition. We couldn’t recommend this boat tour enough and if you’re lucky enough to get Jessica it’s a complete bonus! ☀️☀️
          Written 5 January 2025
        • danielplews
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Marchy’s birthday boat trip.
          Brilliant day out, the staff were brilliant and they couldn’t do enough for us, we really enjoyed ourself’s and would definitely recommend this trip.
          Written 5 January 2025
        • vj1
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Another amazing trip
          We have used 5 Star Marine on many occasions and they never ever fail to impress. This time we did Captains Choice and had Alex as our guide and it was fantastic From the booking to the post tour follow up it was just the best I am not going to share the course we took as it was so beautiful I want to keep it my personal secret 🫶 so try it for yourself as you will never be disappointed when using 5 Star Marine Thanks for a great trip guys and will see you again soon
          Written 5 January 2025
        • Maps51524456511
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          James Bond & Phi Phi
          Our group of 17 loved the tour today, the host Nook was fabulous & very helpful, the trip provided everything we needed. The islands are a must to see, very beautiful place
          Written 5 January 2025
        • 419niteshk
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Lives up to their name!
          We took the Phi Phi island, James Bond island and bioluminescence tour with 5- star marine on Jan 2nd. They were accommodating of our request to add a bioluminescence tour with an already packed schedule. From the beginning, the experience was very smooth, with frequent updates and transparency with pricing and setting expectations through clear communication on Whatsapp. On the day of the tour, from the transfer to the marina, the trip and back went without any hiccups and my family and I had a great experience. The views, the food, everything were beyond our expectations and I would definitely recommend going with 5-star for this experience.
          Written 5 January 2025
        • HoustonTraveler2o18
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Late review but not less of one!
          I should have gotten this review up sooner, but nevertheless, I hope it’s considered. For people that don’t like to read a lot, there is a recap at the bottom. A small group of us signed up for the private boat tour with 5 Star Marine because of the fact that they were already well rated, highly responsive via email and WhatsApp, and as soon as I received the quote for service, I was pleasantly surprised. May I just say that even if the cost is more than you imagined, please keep in mind that the experience will be priceless - scenery more beautiful than you can imagine, kind and informative employees, and core memories that will last a lifetime (whether you have younger kids or an adults-only excursion). Ning and her team were very professional, and I genuinely feel like we got a “local” experience with her expert recommendations. The day was full of multiple stops, but we wanted it that way. While a different tour with less islands would definitely be relaxing and equally worth the money, we don’t often have the opportunity to travel like this, so we wanted to maximize the time. We asked Ning what she would do in one scenario when it came between stopping at an already populated island or going to another experience within Phang Nga Bay, and her recommendation of the caves and the scenic kayak made up for it. Our pictures with James Bond Island in the background are still fun because they even had props for our photos :) Every detail - from the little island stop for lunch (where you could see local fishermen bringing in their daily catch for the restaurant) to the fresh fruit on board to the safety precautions they take - helped contribute to an unforgettable experience that I would do 100 times over if I could. I’m so grateful this was available, and we will always have very fond memories of the miraculous sights we were fortunate enough to see. RECAP: responsive staff, reasonable cost, remarkable scenery, and rare beauty…jump in!
          Written 4 January 2025
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        Sach
        Hoppers Crossing, Australia2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2020 • Friends
        We travelled with a group of 9 on this particular trip and were very much looking forward to travelling with Shaun and his team due to the great reviews we had heard before. Our expectations were not only met but absolutely exceeded! From the beginning contact with Shaun on WhatsApp was quick and easy. As for the trip itself, Tony was an astounding host whom did everything to make our trip a success and an added bonus the boat was in pristine condition. Everyone who travelled with me agreed that this trip to Phi Phi islands was no doubt our best experience from our time in Phuket so if anyone is thinking of Going to the islands, we highly recommend travelling with 5 star marine.
        Written 18 February 2020
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        Thanks for the wonderful review
        Written 18 February 2020
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Stevo882000
        Singapore4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2020
        We contacted 5 Star Marine at very short notice when our ferry booking was cancelled and within 10 minutes of speaking with Shaun we had make a hassle-free booking at a great price.

        We found all their equipment to be either new or in top class condition and we cannot speak highly enough of the crews that we had - exceptionally friendly, very helpful but most importantly they were very professional and attentive. We were so impressed that within 1 week we have made another booking with 5 Star Marine.

        In summary - I cannot speak highly enough of the experience we had with 5 Star Marine and I would recommend them without doubt to anyone looking for a safe, professional and enjoyable experience on the water!
        Written 17 August 2020
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        Thanks for the great review Steve, we were so happy to be able to accommodate you last minute and give you a smooth ride out and back. Wonderful family and hope to see you all again soon!
        Written 17 August 2020
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        Emily T
        New York15 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2020
        Before our stop in Phuket early February this year, I had researched quite a bit about the best way to see the famed Phi Phi Islands. After much consideration we decided to book private and I came upon 5 Star Marine. Shaun was immediately responsive (my absolute pet peeve when people don't reply), super honest and transparent about costs and inclusions (another thing I loved) and all of this considering I was very last minute - only the day before! The entire experience was perhaps my favorite part of our entire trip to Thailand. We were promptly picked up, taken to the dock and it was the start of an incredible day. The flexibility to stop and go as we wished, to have the whole team helping us with food, fins, masks and more was priceless, and the boat is beyond comfortable and gorgeous. Shaun (and his crew) is SO nice and goes above and beyond and I found all of his guiding info to be super interesting and in tune with the local Thai culture (with the added plus that he's a native English speaker so it's easy to understand him!). The price for this tour is more than fair, totally worth it and this is definitely the way you should do the Phi Phi Islands experience.
        Written 11 February 2020
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        Thanks Emily for the wonderful review we had a great time out on the water with you, your family and husband :)
        Written 11 February 2020
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        Casey W
        Bangkok, Thailand13 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2021
        The best speedboat company in Krabi and Phuket! We loved the tour so much we did a repeat tour a few days later! We did a private speedboat tour from Railay Beach to Koh Phi Phi and surrounding islands.

        The crew were very friendly, professional, helpful and kind. The service was great - pickup was punctual, boat was clean.

        They took us to all the best spots for snorkelling and swimming, with a quiet spot on the beach for a picnic lunch. They were able to change the itinerary to suit our needs as required.

        Tour Guide Lucky and his crew looked after both the adults and the young children the whole time with full attention.

        We loved this tour so much we did another one a few days later!

        Thank you 5 Star Marine!
        Written 18 April 2021
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        Thanks for the kind words we appreciate it
        Written 19 April 2021
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        TravellerJocy
        Dhaka5 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Perfect, perfect, perfect! We were going to go with either our hotel or another tour company recommended to us but after communicating with Shaun I felt very comfortable going with 5 Star Marine instead. His communication via WhatsApp was excellent and gave us a lot of comfort on our trip travelling with 6 little kids mostly around 5 yrs old. Jimmy and the crew on board couldn’t do enough for us and really kept a watchful eye and hand on all the little ones constantly moving around the boat and helping them find Nemo! The kids wanted to find more fish so bing a private tour we changed itinerary during the trip and ended up going to Kaui island instead of swimming at Phileh lagoon (although we still got to go and have a good look)! Also extreme great value for money. Worked out cheaper for us to hire a private boat then Join a tour! Honestly can’t recommend 5 star marine enough.
        Written 23 August 2022
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        Thanks for your very kind recommendation - Shaun
        Written 24 August 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Sophie Jane
        Llandrindod Wells, UK17 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2020 • Couples
        We are currently taking career breaks and travelling around the world for 6 months, so any excursions we book we are determined to be worth while and cost effective!!
        We as many do, spoke to lots of the ticket sellers in the booths around Phuket, but after deciding we didn’t want to be heard around like cattle on a boat with 50 other people, I contacted Shaun! The best decision we have made.
        From pick up to drop off, everything was organised and ran smoothly. The crew were brilliant and our guide Don was just brilliant, catering to our every need, and in his words ‘ we were the king and queen of the boat’!
        We beat the crowds, saw the beautiful islands of Phi Phi and snorkelled at our own leisure with some amazing colourful fish.
        If you are looking for a way to visit these amazing islands, this is the way to do it! Thanks Shaun and team for making this one of the most memorable day in our whole travelling journey!
        Written 17 January 2020
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        Thanks for the amazing review we are so glad you enjoyed the tour.
        Written 18 January 2020
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        471jennye
        Singapore, Singapore43 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2022
        We joined 5 Star Marine for a private boat tour on Christmas day. Our guide and crew made sure that we had the perfect day! They were attentive and always ensured that we were happy and our needs were met. You could see their knowledge and expertise shining through. We had some rough waters in the morning and they made us feel safe and comfortable. They expertly navigated the crowds and customized the itinerary, so we spent time doing what we wanted and skipped stops that weren't as interesting to us. Every little detail felt like we were the main focus. I think spending the money to do a private boat is worth it based on our experience.
        Written 27 December 2022
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        Thanks for your kind review and recommendation - Shaun
        Written 27 December 2022
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Charlie H
        Bristol, UK3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2021
        There really is no better option to explore all the islands around Phuket. We did the Phi Phi tour and everything was fantastic. The booking experience is incredibly flexible with Shaun keeping us up to date on conditions and the best time to go out to sea. The team provide transfers to and from where you are staying to the Marina and getting all info prior to going out when you arrive from the friendly team is a breeze.

        Being a private tour you have total control over your itinerary but we were more than happy to be shuttled to the best spots by our guides. On the face of it you will likely pay more for a small group than you would with another group provider but the two experiences just won't compare. If you are larger group it really wouldn't make sense to choose anyone other than 5 Star.

        Take a look into how they have helped support the local population throughout the pandemic and it will cement what a fantastic bunch of people they really are. Keep doing what you're doing and we will be back with you when we are back in Phuket!
        Written 6 December 2021
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        Ashley B
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2023 • Couples
        My husband and I booked 5 Star Marina private boat tour several months in advance of starting our honeymoon and couldn’t have had a better experience. From the start communication was extremely prompt (even with us having been based in the US) and their ability to actually hear what we were asking for was incredible. We were staying in Phuket and they arranged a luxurious private pick up at our hotel early morning (6 am) to ensure we were headed out to get the best experience with fewer tourists. We had a lovely sunrise cruise out to the first island with an all-star group of 3 (main tour guide and two captains) and along the way our tour guide Nicky pointed out other islands, aquatic critters (got to see two monitor lizards leaving port) and general knowledge about the area. When we got the pictures of the first stop and decided we didn’t want to go around the island to trek through to just stand in the sand and take pictures, Nicky took us to one of his favorite snorkeling spots and actually got out and snorkeled with us. He helped point out the reef sharks, amazing coral and tons of different kinds of fish. We started this experience with just 1 other person snorkeling in the are and were able to get to the small beach and walk around as a break before hoping back in for more snorkeling back to the boat. Along the way we were joined by many other snorkelers, but their boats had just dropped them off, no tour guide and no guidance on how to properly snorkel to keep the reef safe. At one point Nicky saw someone actually standing on the coral and asked them to kindly not step on it to help preserve its health, something we highly respected Nicky for!! Nicky then, when he confirmed we were good swimmers, took us to his other favorite snorkeling spot where we were surrounded by a cacophony of coral reef colors, another stunning experience we wouldn’t have been able to have without our guide hearing what we really wanted in our experience. We finally headed to one side of the island to grab lunch at a local spot beach side, which was another wonderful experience with great food, service and atmosphere. When we finished Nicky guided us around to another, final favorite snorkeling spot where we got to to snorkel by ourselves along the safety rope and just experience things for ourselves safely. We saw so many fish and we have so many incredible photos with fish coming right up to our masks and cameras. Along the entire trip Nicky was our personal photographer and had no problem posing us and getting some fun photos of us. The crew made this an experience we will never forget and we have commented everyday that it was our favorite memory of our honeymoon (which we are actually still on!). Thank you 5 Star Marina for the experience of a lifetime, one we will never forget! I hope this long winded review helps you to choose 5 Star Marina as your option for a guided tour through the islands of Thailand, we cannot recommend them and the experience enough!
        Written 11 December 2023
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        Thanks for the kind review and recommendation - Shaun
        Written 11 December 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Travelwithmy2kids
        Phuket, Thailand9 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2020 • Family
        Awesome day on the water. Lucas 2 crew made the trip very easy for the 12 of us including 6 kids. Great communication when arranging from Shaun the owner. All the gear on board to snorkel. Just take your own towels. Khun Lucky (guide with perfect English, explained the area and surrounding islands), the captain and an engineer on board for the day. Water and soft drinks provided. Can bring you own wine or beer. We did Phi Phi with 4 stops including the lagoon of Maya bay. Instagrammers dream with the water colour. Stoped on the island of Phi Phi don for lunch. Packed some snacks but fruit was provided and was enough. The crew also does Phang Nga bay trips and had some friends taken to Koh Lipe on the boat and can highly recommend. We will not use anyone else for our island trips.
        Written 20 December 2020
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        Thanks for the amazing review our team had a great time looking after you
        Written 21 December 2020
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