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Combine the Phi Phi islands and Krabi's four islands on a fast catamaran, finishing with the sun setting behind the limestone karsts from the open deck.
Highlights
- Speed catamaran, far steadier than a monohull in chop
- Maya Bay under post-2022 rules: walk in, capped numbers
- Pileh Lagoon, enclosed by cliffs on every side
- Two separate reef systems snorkelled
- Sunset over the karsts on the way home
Phi Phi and Four Islands Sunset Catamaran Experience: Key Facts
| Price | From $95 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 9 hours |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
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Full description
Phi Phi and the Krabi four islands in a single day, run on a speed catamaran rather than a speedboat.
The boat matters on this route. A nine-hour day covering both Phi Phi and the local islands means a lot of open water, and a catamaran's twin hulls stay considerably steadier through chop than a monohull speedboat does. If anyone in your group is prone to seasickness, this is the version of the day to book.
Phi Phi Leh holds Maya Bay, which closed entirely from 2018 to 2022 so the reef could recover and reopened under strict conditions: boats moor at the back of the island and visitors walk in, swimming inside the bay is restricted, and daily numbers are capped. Pileh Lagoon nearby is a channel of deep green water enclosed by cliffs on every side.
Two distinct reef systems are snorkelled, which is more than most trips on this route manage, and lunch is a Thai buffet on Phi Phi Don, the inhabited island.
The return leg takes in the Krabi four islands with sunset over the karst coastline from the water. The limestone holds colour long after the sun is down, so the light lasts past the point you expect it to finish.
Your place is held with the operator before your booking is final. The price covers hotel pickup and drop-off in Ao Nang and Krabi Town, the premium speed catamaran with crew, an English-speaking guide, Thai buffet lunch and light refreshments.
Nine hours. National park fees are collected at the pier unless confirmed otherwise, so carry cash. Minimum one day's notice.
Tour Itinerary
The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
Hotel pickup
Collection from your hotel and transfer to Ao Nang Pier for boarding.
Crossing and Pileh Lagoon
Cruise to Phi Phi and swim in the cliff-enclosed turquoise lagoon.
Phi Phi reef snorkel
Anchor over coral for snorkelling with crew in the water.
Buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don
Thai buffet ashore with free time on the beach afterwards.
Four islands afternoon
Snorkel at Chicken Island and swim at Poda and Tup as the crowds thin.
Sunset and return
Watch the sun set off Phra Nang before cruising back to Ao Nang.
Detailed Itinerary
Pickup is a civilised 09:00 and the catamaran clears Ao Nang Pier around 10:00. The crossing to Phi Phi is quick, and by late morning you are inside Pileh Lagoon, swimming in water hemmed by cliffs on every side, followed by a proper hour at a reef anchorage with crew in the water alongside you.
The buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don runs from about 12:45 with time to swim or explore the village before the boat heads back east. From roughly 14:30 the afternoon is spent among Krabi's four islands, and because most morning tours have already finished, Chicken Island and Poda are noticeably quieter than they were at midday.
At around 17:00 the catamaran positions off Phra Nang for the sunset, holding there while the limestone turns orange, then makes the short run back to Ao Nang for the transfer to your hotel.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ao Nang and Krabi Town
- Premium speed catamaran with crew
- English-speaking guide
- Thai buffet lunch and light refreshments
- Snorkel gear and life jackets
- Soft drinks, water and fruit
- National park fees
- Insurance
Excludes
- Alcoholic drinks
- Towels
- Camera hire
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
Important information
Meeting point
Ao Nang Pier, Krabi, at the catamaran boarding gate
Weather
This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.
Know before you go
- Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts
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Traveler Reviews
What a fantastic day - well organised, value for money and Johnny and his crew were wonderful hosts. Don’t hesitate to book this!
We’ve been on quite a few boat trips around Thailand and this was by far the best! An excellent team of highly-professional crew, a brilliant boat which was comfortable and not at all over crowded as so many of them can be, together with the perfect itinerary for swimming, snorkelling and sight-seeing, this was the best value for money. Lunch was a Thai buffet which was delicious and the team looked after us all day with bottled water, juice, fruit and an evening snack before heading back. We would recommend the sunset schedule. Thanks particularly to Max who was very knowledgeable and entertaining throughout the day!
The team was absolutely fantastic—friendly, welcoming, and full of humor. Thanks to the dive guide, we even had the chance to swim with sharks, which was an unforgettable experience! The spots we visited during the excursion were absolutely stunning, with breathtaking scenery throughout the trip. I’m truly delighted with this experience and would like to thank the whole team for their professionalism and positive attitude. Thank you all so much!
Getting both Phi Phi and the four islands in one day is a lot, but the catamaran is fast enough to make it work. Watching the sun drop behind the karsts from the open deck on the way home was the best hour of the trip. Bring a jumper, it cools off quickly.
Nine hours and I did not once wish it was over. Pileh Lagoon in the morning, Tup Island sandbar in the afternoon, then sunset drinks on deck. The catamaran is stable enough to walk around on, unlike the speedboats going past us.
Really good combination tour, but it is a long day and by the last stop some people were flagging. Lunch was fine rather than memorable. The sunset over the limestone made up for both of those things.
The crew clearly enjoy the sunset leg as much as the guests, music on, everyone up on deck. Snorkelling earlier at Phi Phi was calm and the visibility was good. Excellent value for what is basically two tours.
Chicken Island silhouetted against the sunset is the photo everyone was chasing and we got it. Phra Nang and the sandbar earlier were both quieter than the morning boats. Well run and never felt overcrowded despite a full boat.
If you only have one day in Krabi this is the one to book. You cover the Phi Phi highlights, the four islands and a sunset. Just be ready for a nine hour day with a lot of sun exposure.