A full-day speed-catamaran tour from Phuket that combines Phi Phi’s crystalline bays with the cinematic cliffs of James Bond Island. Expect canoeing, snorkeling, a village lunch and 8–10 hours of guided cruising across the Andaman Sea.
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You step onto the sleek speed catamaran at Royal Phuket Marina as the sun lifts off the Andaman Sea — spray bright against the hull, engines humming you toward limestone towers and turquoise pockets of water. Morning light slants through karst cliffs as the boat slices past Phang Nga Bay, the famous Ko Ta Pu needle of James Bond Island rising like a cinematic punctuation.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–10 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people with basic mobility; includes short swims, getting on/off a boat and optional canoeing—no special fitness required.
Wildlife
History
James Bond Island (Khao Phing Kan) gained global fame after 1974’s "The Man with the Golden Gun"; Panyee is a 19th-century floating village built by Malay seafarers.
Conservation
High visitor numbers stress reefs and shorelines—choose operators who follow no-touch rules, avoid anchoring on reefs, and use reef-safe sunscreen.
Reserve your spot on the Phi Phi + James Bond Island Day Tour by Speed Catamaran today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Protect against the sun
Use reef-safe sunscreen and wear a wide-brim hat—UV reflection off the water intensifies exposure during the long cruise.
Prepare for seasickness
If you’re susceptible, take preventative medication or use acupressure bands before departure; the catamaran ride includes choppy sections.
Bring a waterproof bag
A dry sack protects phones and cameras during transfers, swims, and brief dinghy rides to shore.
Respect local sites and wildlife
Follow guides’ instructions at James Bond Island and Panyee Village—avoid stepping on corals and don’t feed monkeys or fish.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin while keeping coral ecosystems healthier.
summer
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
For snorkeling, swimming from the boat, and lounging on islands.
summer
Waterproof dry bag
Keeps valuables dry during transfers, dinghies and beach stops.
Light windbreaker or rashguard
Useful for sun protection and cooler breezes on open water.