The 15 Best Island Kayak Tours in Phuket

1.Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,666 reviews · from $99Our pick

Spend a full day exploring Phang Nga Bay from Phuket aboard a spacious big boat. Guides such as Omar, Tommy, Tony, Ohma, and Dino lead cave canoeing at Panak and Hong islands, with lunch, drinks, paddle boards, hotel transfers, and James Bond Island included. Allow extra time for traffic and the return transfer.

“Very relaxing and fun trip, great canoe excursions into natural wonders of caves and hidden lagoons inside the Karst formations. Good food.”

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2.James Bond Island Longtail Boat and Sea Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,364 reviews · 9 hours · from $52Best value

Travel from Patong, Karon, or Kata to Phang Nga Bay for a full day of limestone islands, a longtail boat ride, Koh Panyi fishing village, a Thai lunch, and guided sea canoeing around Talu Island. Guides such as Nikom and Tuk Tuk keep the day moving, while the canoe crew handles the paddling.

“I highly recommend the tour. We took longboat to the James Bond island and the scenery on the ride there was so gorgeous. Kayaking was also a highlight of the day. Our guide Nikom was the best. He is very funny and very knowledgeable.”

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3.James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,202 reviews · from $103

Spend a full day exploring Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, with cave canoeing at Talu Island, Panak Island’s mangroves, James Bond Island, lunch at Koh Panyee, and a swim stop at Naka Island. Guides such as Tommy, Dino, Ohma, and Kung are praised for friendly service and clear instructions. Hotel transfers and equipment are included.

“We had so much fun on this boat tour. There was a large variety of activities throughout the day and the scenery was breathtaking. Dino was an amazing tour guide. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. The rest of the boat crew were also amazing.”

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4.Day Trip to James Bond (Canoeing & Kayaking Islands & Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 728 reviews · from $104

This seven-hour Phuket day trip takes you by boat from Ao Po Pier to Panak Island, Hong Island, James Bond Island, and Khao Phing Kan. You will canoe through caves, see the famous nail-shaped rock, enjoy halal lunch on board, and have time to swim. Hotel pickup, drinks, entrance fees, and equipment are included.

“Great trip. The crew unexplained everything well and were always around to answer questions. Lunch was good. The boat was good size and not over crowded.”

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5.James Bond Island by Big Boat w/ Sea Cave Canoeing and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 666 reviews · from $105

Spend about seven hours cruising Phang Nga Bay from Phuket, with hotel transfers, English-speaking guides, sea cave canoeing at Panak and Hong islands, James Bond Island, lunch, swimming, and paddleboarding at Nakae Island. Guides such as Tommy and Noon are noted for friendly help and solo traveler support.

“Noon was a great tour guide and made the experience good for a solo traveler in Phuket, my favorite part was the scenery that u can see from the boat”

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6.James Bond Island Sea Canoeing by Speedboat+ 2 Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 580 reviews · from $80

Spend a full day from Phuket exploring Panak, Hong, Panyee, and James Bond Island by speedboat. You will canoe through sea caves, eat a varied buffet lunch, and relax at Palm Beach Club on Yao Yai. Guides such as Patty, Lily, Rainy, and Toy are known for clear instructions and lively care, though the exact guide varies.

“best tour ever! our guide patty was so fun, kind, and helpful! best experience we’ve had in phuket”

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7.Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island with Canoeing By Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 308 reviews · from $58

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Phang Nga Bay from Phuket by two-story boat. Canoe with local paddlers through mangrove forests, caves, and lagoons at Panak and Hong islands, swim at Ko Na Khae, and visit James Bond Island. Guides such as Bobby, Din, and James Bond keep the day moving, while lunch, snacks, fruit, and hotel transfers are included.

“I liked , I enjoyed everything in this trip, the costumers service was great , very organized, the places the I visited was amazing and all the logistic in overall was good .”

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8.James Bond Island by Big Boat with Sea Cave Canoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 302 reviews · 9 hours · from $99

Spend nine hours on Phang Nga Bay with an English-speaking guide such as Tony, Ohma, James, or Dino. Canoe through caves and lagoons at Panak and Hong islands, visit James Bond Island by long-tail boat, then swim or paddleboard from the big boat. Hotel pickup, park fees, buffet lunch, snacks, and drinks are included.

“What a fantastic excursion! Everything was so well-organized, and we definitely got our money's worth. The communication beforehand and the pickup went perfectly. The experience was indescribable. Ohma and his team gave us a truly unforgettable experience. There were always cold drinks and snacks on board. The trip through the caves was beautiful, and swimming in the open sea was a dream. James Bond Island is okay, but thankfully we didn't spend too much time there. Thanks to Ohma's relaxed and funny personality, we had a lot of fun. The lunch on board and the fresh fruit were also delicious, thanks to Tina and her team. I would book this…”

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9.James Bond Island Speedboat Tour with Canoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 240 reviews · 9 hours · from $79

Spend nine hours exploring Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, with cave canoeing at Hong Island, James Bond Island, Panyee Island lunch, and swimming at Naka Island. English-speaking guides such as Cindy, Spicy, Lily, and Patty lead the day, while drinks, snacks, park fees, and hotel transfers are included.

“Excellent trip, loads to see including time to relax at locations”

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10.James Bond Island Sea Canoe by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 84 reviews · 9 hours · from $77

Spend nine hours touring Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, canoeing through Panak and Hong islands, visiting James Bond Island and Koh Panyee, then relaxing at Naka Yai. English guide, Thai and Halal buffet lunch, hotel pickup options, and a $77 price make this a full day of scenery and sightseeing.

“Our tour guide, Ms. Celina, was amazing! She was energetic and handled the tour well. She always gave drinks to hydrate us every after a stop. Well organized!”

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11.James Bond Island Kayak and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 72 reviews · 9 hours · from $106

Travel from Phuket by boat into Phang Nga Bay for guided kayaking through Tham Lot Cave and quiet lagoons, then visit James Bond Island, Panyee Island, and the Khai Islands. Your package includes hotel transfers, lunch, snorkeling gear, and an English-speaking guide. Kayaking is staff-paddled, not self-paddled.

“trop beau , beaucoup de touristes mais organisation au top , tout s enchaine sans encombres. superbe”

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12.James Bond Island Canoeing & Sunset Yacht Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 36 reviews · 390 - 450 minutes · from $167

You’ll leave Phuket around midday for Phang Nga Bay aboard a spacious power catamaran. Visit James Bond Island, paddle through Hong Island’s caves and lagoons with an English-speaking guide, then enjoy dinner, drinks, fruit, and sunset views near Ao Por Pier. Hotel pickup is optional.

“The whole day was very well organized. Plenty of room on the boat. Water, soft drinks and pop provided free. Snacks, appetizers and main dinner was all delicious. Highly recommended.”

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13.James Bond Island By Private Long Tail With Canoeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 36 reviews

Take a private long tail boat from Boonchu Pier through Phang Nga Bay, visit James Bond Island, walk to Kradong Cave, paddle into Lod Cove, and eat lunch at Koh Pan-Yee. Your English-speaking guide sets the pace, with guides such as Rit, Paul, and Julie praised for friendly service. Pickup covers Patong, Kata, Karon, Rawai, and Phuket Town.

“Pick up was on time. The guide was very informative and friendly. Plenty of refreshments on board: water, canned coke and fresh pineapple. Did exactly what was advertised.”

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14.James Bond Island by Speedboat w/ Canoeing & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 12 reviews · 9h 30m · from $105

Spend about nine and a half hours touring Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, with hotel pickup, Panak Island caves, canoeing around Talu Island, James Bond Island, and lunch at Panyee Island’s floating village. English-speaking guides such as Tony, Nancy, and Spicy lead the day. Swimming is included, though some stops feel busy.

“We had a very friendly group. To our surprise we had many people from our nationality with us. There was a very well welcome. Our guide Tony told us everything we should be careful over during the trip. The beach was perfect and the water was so warm. When we were talking everyone said their personal favorite was the canoe tour. Thanks for everything”

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15.James Bonds Island with Lunch and Sea Cave Canoe

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12 reviews · 1 day · from $109

Take a full-day speedboat trip from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay, with canoeing around Hong Island, James Bond Island, lunch at Panyee village, cave stops, and beach time at Naka Noi and Rang Yai. English-speaking guides lead the day. Fess and kayak instructor Kalim have been especially praised for their friendly, capable work.

“A beautiful area that I would've loved to have spent more time exploring. Lots to see. The karst islands are breath taking. I wished we would've had more time to explore the village of Koh Panyee. Guide and crew did a fine job and very friendly.”

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