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Southern Thailand and Andaman Coast Gondola tours

Our most recommended Southern Thailand and Andaman Coast Gondola tours

Sunrise in Phangnga with Off-Peak James Bond Island Visit

1. Sunrise in Phangnga with Off-Peak James Bond Island Visit

This full-day excursion begins with a short trek to the Samed Nangshe viewpoint for stunning sunrise views over Phangnga Bay. Enjoy a light snack with hot coffee or tea. Board a private longtail boat for the trip to Koh Tapu, or James Bond Island. Visit places where scenes from The Man with the Golden Gun were filmed. Explore several different islands and caves, and paddle a sea canoe into hidden lagoons. Marvel at the hidden 5,000-year-old shell cemetery near the rock and mangrove forest. Before returning to Phuket, head to a local restaurant for a freshly prepared lunch, accompanied by a beer or soft drink.

Railay: 4 Islands Sunset & Night Snorkel Boat Tour

2. Railay: 4 Islands Sunset & Night Snorkel Boat Tour

Discover the beautiful islands of Ao Nang, Krabi, and Railay, on this full-day semi-private long-tail boat trip. enjoy sailing through the islands with your guide and with lunch included. Head to Railay Beach, one of the most popular beaches in all of Thailand surrounded by lush jungle and huge limestone formations. Take a traditional Thai wooden boat to Poda Island, home to white-sand beaches surrounded by limestone cliffs. During the voyage, glimpse the beautiful Tup Island formed by white sand that connects to Chicken Island when the tide goes down. Marvel at the stunning sandbars and crystal clear waters. Stop on Poda Island for traditional Thai food. Sail to Koh Sii Island which is considered one of the best diving and snorkeling spots in the Ao Nang area. Dive into the waters with great visibility and see hard and soft coral. Enjoy the rich underwater life including tropical fish such as Nemo fish, butterfly fish, barracudas, puffer fish, and more. Next, go to Phranang beach and take a break for a small snack. Explore the famous Phranang Cave, famous for a large number of phallic carvings made in honor of the fertility goddess. Sit and watch one of the best sunsets in Thailand, while having a club sandwich. On the way to Ao Nang, stop for some night snorkeling and take the opportunity to swim amongst the bioluminescent plankton which is a wonderful and unforgettable experience. Your guide will be with you all day, teaching you about Thai culture, the history of the islands, peculiarities of this area, and safety rules on board. Your guide will also stay with you during the snorkel sessions so that you can learn details of the marine life that you will find. Experience the islands in privacy, visiting them outside of peak hours, in groups with a maximum of 15 people. Relax on the comfortable and spacious boats. Your guide will customize the itinerary, adapting to the sea conditions, tides, and the level of occupation of the beaches. You will return to the Ao Nang area at around 8:00 or 8:30 PM.

Krabi: Private Long Tail Boat to the 4 Islands

3. Krabi: Private Long Tail Boat to the 4 Islands

Choose from either the Early Bird Tour which departs at 5:30 AM, or the Afternoon Sunset Tour which departs at 12:30 PM.  For the Early Bird option, escape the crowds of tourists and discover the beautiful 4 Islands with no one around. Catch sight of the spectacular sunrise while you set sail to the first destination, Phra Nang Beach. Phra Nang Beach is next to Railay Beach and commands an enviable location on the tip of the bay looking out on the emerald expanse of the Andaman Sea. Discover Phra Nang Cave, which has a spirit house dedicated to the goddess of the Andaman Sea. The wooden spirit house is worshiped by the local fisherman community and offerings of wooden phallic symbols or lingams are placed throughout the cave. Add-on paddle boards are available for these options as well. At your next stop, enjoy the opportunity to snorkel in crystal clear water and maybe also witness the amazing 'Talae Waek', or 'parting sea'. At low tide, a long sandbar will emerge connecting Ko Tup to Chicken Island and Ko Mor, which allows you to walk from one island to another. In front of Chicken Island, see an island with a unique rock formation that looks like a chicken's head. Explore the area with the snorkeling equipment provided and find many tropical fish. Next, hop back on your long tail boat and head towards Ko Poda, a paradise island with powder white sand and crystal clear turquoise water where you will see many sergeant and piper fish. In front of the island, you will also see the iconic limestone formation which stands tall in the middle of the ocean and offers a great photo opportunity. After this great escape to paradise, head back to Ao Nang where you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Ko Lanta: Romantic Sunrise Gondola Tour at Tung Yee Peng

4. Ko Lanta: Romantic Sunrise Gondola Tour at Tung Yee Peng

Begin your day early with pickup at 5 AM from your resort. Travel to Tung Yee Peng, the local village on the east side of Koh Lanta. Hop in an ancient wooden boat and gradually cruise toward Lanta Bay. As you wait for sunrise, soak up the pure morning atmosphere. Experience the sound and light of the morning, the animals, and the sunrise. Try some meditation on the gondola and bask in the tranquility. Once the sun is up, sample some local coffee and relish a local style breakfast. Return to the jungle to experience the mangrove forest and see the macaques that live in the mangrove jungle. The tour concludes with drop-off at your resort at 9 AM.

Ko Lanta: The Mangroves By Private Luxury Gondola

5. Ko Lanta: The Mangroves By Private Luxury Gondola

Start your day with hotel pickup and depart for Tung Yee Peng Village at 9 AM Or 1 Pm. Embark on your private gondola cruise through the lush mangrove forest. Enjoy a tea or coffee, as well as various snacks on board.Listen to the relaxing birdsongs and sounds of wild animals as you sail down the river. Make a stop to taste some fresh coconut water from a local plantation. Upon returning to the village, enjoy some authentic local dishes for lunch, before returning to your resort at 12:30 PM Or 15:00 Pm.to enjoy the rest of your day.

From Khao Lak: Khao Sok & Cheow Lan Lake Tour with Kayaking

6. From Khao Lak: Khao Sok & Cheow Lan Lake Tour with Kayaking

Discover the paradisaical Khao Sok National Park and explore Cheow Lan Lake by traditional long-tail boat on a tour with pickup from your hotel or address in Khao Lak. Take a dip in the lake’s emerald-green water and take in the beauty of the lush tropical forest.  After pickup, make your way to Khao Sok National Park (entry fee not included). See local life in the south along the way. Continue to Cheow Lan Lake's vast panoramic viewpoint, then head to the pier to hop aboard a traditional long-tailed boat. Be camera-ready as you visit the iconic rock formation which stabilizes the lake, referred to as the Gui Lin of Thailand. Visit Khao Sam Kloe for a photo stop and enjoy time for kayaking and swimming.  To round off your trip on the lake, head to the nearby raft houses where you can enjoy a quick visit for a refreshment. After relaxing at the raft house, return to the pier for your transfer back to your hotel.

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Overall rating

3.4 / 5

based on 30 reviews

Well, this was the best organized tour I ever took part. This clearly is something special compared to all the standard tours you can book at every corner. Pick-up was at 4 am and we were the only guests, means we had a tour guide for our own and she took myriad photos of us. Watching the sunrise was extraordinary, then you board your boat and you have the feeling you are the only people on sea. We entered James Bond island first, means we were alone for the first minutes. This is a massive contrast to visit the island with 1000 other tourists. So if this means something to you, book this tour. Our guide, Noi, was taking care of us as much as possible, supplying us with water and refreshments and telling us a lot about the area. On a private note, I took the chance to propose to my girlfriend and Noi reacted immediately, taking pictures of the happy moment, that will live with us together. Booking this tour may be one of the best decisions I took in my life.

A well planned out itinerary, we were at the sites with either with very few people or all by ourselves. I liked our guide Pai, who is knowledgeable, attentive and friendly. Impressed with all the thoughtful little details the operator included in the tour as well, the goodie bag with snacks, water and a sun hat; wet wipes and water were offered after each activities; and that you have options to order your own lunch and drink. Overall very satisfied with the tour, thank you so much!

The trip was totally worth it, getting up early pays off! The view of the sunrise in the bay is unique. Then we go on the long trail boat. You make several stops and therefore it is totally varied. Absolute recommendation!

We had a great time our. Our tour guide Palm was so sweet and took lots of pics for us. They set up a really cute beach picnic for us and made it so special

Was an amazing experience. Our guide was amazing. The hike up to the sunrise was beautiful, and then everything after was spectacular. So worth it