Phi Phi Sunrise — Maya Bay Before the Crowds
A 06:00 start to reach Maya Bay around 07:15, before the day boats arrive. Eighteen guests maximum, national park fees and hotel pickup already in the price.
Phuket, Thailand · 8h · up to 18 guests · ฿5,310 per person, all-inclusive · EN · TH
Transport actually came early and we were on the boat by 6am. Sara gave us a quick brief and we watched the sunrise on the way to Maya beach. The beach was pretty empty and the breakfast was good with plenty of food.
What is this tour like?
The whole point of this tour is the hour you gain. The boat leaves Boat Lagoon Marina at 06:00 and is at Maya Bay by about 07:15 — the day boats from Phuket arrive later, and the group leaves again around 08:30.
After the bay the route runs to Pileh Lagoon, two snorkelling reefs chosen by the conditions on the day, past Viking Cave and Monkey Beach, and finishes at Bamboo Island or Koh Rang Yai.
National park fees, hotel pickup along the main Phuket tourist coast, a light breakfast, a buffet lunch, drinks and snorkelling gear are all in the price. Alcohol is not allowed on board.
What are the highlights?
- At Maya Bay around 07:15, roughly an hour before the day boats
- Eighteen guests maximum — not a hundred-seat ferry
- National park fees and hotel pickup are in the price, not extras
- Pileh Lagoon, two snorkelling reefs and Bamboo Island in the same day
How does the day go, hour by hour?tap a photo to enlarge
- 06:00Depart Boat Lagoon Marina
Hotel pickup beforehand along the main tourist coast, included.
- 07:15Maya Bay before the crowds
About an hour in the bay; the group moves on around 08:30. Closed in August and September — replaced by Bamboo Island.
- 09:00Pileh Lagoon
Green water enclosed by limestone walls.
- 10:30Two snorkelling reefs
Chosen on the day according to conditions.
- 12:00Viking Cave and Monkey Beach
Both seen from the water as the boat passes.
- 13:30Bamboo Island or Koh Rang Yai
The last stop before heading back to the marina.
What's included in the price?
- National park fees
- Hotel pickup along the main Phuket tourist coast
- Light breakfast and buffet lunch
- Coffee, tea, soft drinks and water
- Snorkelling equipment
What's not included?
- Alcohol — not permitted on board
What should you know before you go?
Who runs this tour?
Where do we meet?
Boat Lagoon Marina, Ko Kaeo, Phuket — hotel pickup included
Exact meeting point shared after booking.
FAQ
Is Maya Bay open right now?
Why pay more than for a standard Phi Phi day trip?
Are the national park fees extra?
How early is the pickup?
What exactly does the ฿5,310 cover?
Can we bring our own beer on board?
How long is the day and where does it finish?
Where does the boat actually leave from?
Where do we snorkel and is the gear provided?
Quick questions
What do guests say?
“Transport actually came early and we were on the boat by 6am. Sara gave us a quick brief and we watched the sunrise on the way to Maya beach. The beach was pretty empty and the breakfast was good with plenty of food.”
“Fabulous tour from start to finish. We got out to the islands before all the crowds and there were only 11 guests on board. The team were warm and very attentive, and our guide was full of energy.”
“Absolutely perfect day with Noy Noy and the crew. Everyone at Simba went above and beyond, from a smooth pick up and drop off at our hotel to the food and drinks provided throughout the day.”
“My wife and I took the Phi Phi Sunrise Tour and we were super impressed with both the tour and Simba Sea Trips. The booking process was easy and the company provided excellent early-morning pickup and drop-off from a hotel forty minutes from the marina.”
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