Raya Noi, Raya Yai, and Maiton Islands by Speedboat

Raya Island, PhuketFull Day

A full-day speedboat trip to Raya Noi and Raya Yai, with Pirates Beach, snorkeling at Banana Bay, and lunch and beach time on Raya Yai. The day ends with a cruise toward Maiton Island in search of dolphins, although sightings are not guaranteed. Hotel transfers and national park fees are included.

About this tour

Enjoy a full-day speedboat adventure to Raya Noi and Raya Yai islands, with white-sand beaches, crystal-clear water and colourful coral reefs. At Pirates Beach on Raya Noi you can relax, swim and snorkel, take an optional climb to a scenic viewpoint, or try paddleboarding or canoeing when operating conditions allow.

The boat then stops for snorkeling at Banana Bay among coral reefs and tropical fish, before continuing to Raya Yai for lunch and free time on the beach, followed by a second snorkeling stop at a site the crew selects according to sea conditions and underwater visibility.

To finish the day, the boat cruises toward Maiton Island in search of dolphins in their natural environment. Dolphins may be seen from the boat when naturally present, but sightings cannot be guaranteed.

This is a shared excursion; the itinerary may change with weather, sea and tide conditions, and all times are approximate. Food allergies, vegetarian meals or other dietary requirements must be sent before the trip and are subject to confirmation.

Highlights

Pirates Beach on Raya Noi, with an optional viewpoint climb
Snorkeling among the coral reefs of Banana Bay
Lunch and beach time on Raya Yai
Paddleboarding or canoeing when operating conditions allow
A cruise toward Maiton Island in search of dolphins
Hotel transfers and national park fees included

Itinerary

Trip plan

1Hotel transfer to Laem Nga Pier in Phuket (time confirmed after booking)
2Approx. 08:30 — Check-in at the pier, snacks and drinks, snorkeling equipment handed out
3Approx. 09:00 — Speedboat departure toward Raya Noi
4Approx. 10:00 — Pirates Beach: swimming, snorkeling, viewpoint and paddling
5Approx. 11:00 — Snorkeling at Banana Bay
6Approx. 12:00 — Transfer by speedboat to Raya Yai
7Approx. 12:30 — Lunch and beach time on Raya Yai
8Approx. 14:00 — Second snorkeling stop around Raya Yai
9Approx. 15:00 — Cruise toward Maiton Island in search of dolphins
10Approx. 16:00 — Speedboat return to Phuket
11Approx. 16:30 — Arrival at Laem Nga Pier and transfer back to your hotel

Included

Round-trip transfer between the hotel and the pier
Speedboat transportation
National park entrance fees
Snorkeling equipment
Snacks and drinks at the pier
Lunch on Raya Yai Island
Professional tour guides
First-aid and CPR-trained staff
Travel accident insurance
Paddleboarding or canoeing when operating conditions allow

Not included

Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Activities or services not listed as included
Additional transfer charges from surcharge areas
Special services requested by the guest but not confirmed in the booking

Pickup & meeting point

Hotel pickup

Round-trip transfer from hotels in Phuket and Khao Lak to Laem Nga Pier in Phuket. The pickup time depends on your hotel location and is confirmed after booking.

An additional per-person transfer charge may apply to hotels in Nai Yang, Nai Thon, Layan, Mai Khao, Kamala, Surin, Bang Tao, Rawai, Laguna and Nai Harn; the final charge is confirmed according to the hotel name and location before booking.

Policies

Children

The child rate applies to children aged 4 to 11. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the trip.

Infants

Participation of children under 4 requires direct confirmation before booking.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation more than 24 hours before the scheduled trip time is free of charge.

Cancellation between 12 and 24 hours before the scheduled trip time will incur a charge of 50% of the trip value.

Cancellation less than 12 hours before the scheduled trip time will incur the full trip value.

Medical cases require an approved medical report from an accredited hospital.

Luxury and premium trips may be subject to a different cancellation policy and may require cancellation notice at least 4 days before the trip date.

No-show

Not being ready in the hotel lobby at the confirmed pickup time is treated as a no-show and incurs the full trip value.

Good to know

Safety & health

Speedboat movement may be affected by sea conditions. All marine activities are subject to crew instructions and safety requirements, and the crew selects the snorkeling site according to sea conditions and underwater visibility.

Accessibility

The trip involves boarding and leaving a speedboat, swimming and snorkeling, walking on sandy beaches, and an optional viewpoint climb that requires walking and climbing. Guests who prefer not to climb may stay on the beach, following the guide's instructions.