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Best Island Kayak Tours in Thailand: Our Top 15

39 tours  ·  from $32 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 island kayak tours in Thailand justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to packing a dry bag.

Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat - Leaving Ao Po Pier on a big boat
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Phang Nga Bay Sea Cave Canoeing & James Bond Island by Big Boat

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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Phuket: James Bond Island Longtail Boat and Sea Canoe Tour - Monkey Cave and the reclining Buddha
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Phuket: James Bond Island Longtail Boat and Sea Canoe Tour

2.James Bond Island Longtail Boat and Sea Canoe Tour

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

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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James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat - From Phuket hotel to Royal Phuket Marina
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James Bond Island with Canoeing and Lunch by Speedboat

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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Day Trip to James Bond (Canoeing & Kayaking Islands & Lunch) - Starting at Ao Po Pier around 8:00 a.m.
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Day Trip to James Bond (Canoeing & Kayaking Islands & Lunch)

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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James Bond Island by Big Boat w/ Sea Cave Canoeing and Lunch - Why Phang Nga Bay makes this a strong day trip
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James Bond Island by Big Boat w/ Sea Cave Canoeing and Lunch

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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Phuket: James Bond Island Sea Canoeing by Speedboat+ 2 Meals - Panak Island and the caves
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Phuket: James Bond Island Sea Canoeing by Speedboat+ 2 Meals

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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Sea Kayaking in Ao Thalane & Optional Full-Day Hong Island - The half-day kayak route through mangroves
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Sea Kayaking in Ao Thalane & Optional Full-Day Hong Island

7.Sea Kayaking in Ao Thalane & Optional Full-Day Hong Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 548 reviews · from $37Best value

Paddle Ao Thalane’s calm mangrove channels with an English-speaking guide in a group capped at 10. Guide A, also known as Anan, is often on hand to explain the forest, take photos, and keep the pace easy. Choose a half-day kayak trip, add Hong Island and snorkeling, or finish with sunset and a BBQ dinner.

“Our tour guide, A, was amazing amazing. On top of his friendly nature, he told us a lot about the local preservation history and tool some amazing pictures and videos of us!”

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Phuket: James Bond Island and Canoeing Day Tour by Boat - From Phuket hotels to Ao Por Pier
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Phuket: James Bond Island and Canoeing Day Tour by Boat

8.James Bond Island and Canoeing Day Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 548 reviews · 7 hours · from $86

From Phuket, you’ll cruise to Phang Nga Bay on a spacious wooden boat with guides including Jimmy and Fifa. Paddle by canoe through Panak and Hong islands, enter caves and lagoons, visit James Bond Island, eat a Thai buffet, then swim before returning. Hotel pickup, drinks, fruit, park fees, and equipment are included.

“Very well organised, the whole team was super friendly and lovely to us. We had plenty of water and food and it was delicious. It's definitely worth the money.”

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Ko Lanta: Mangrove Kayaking, Ko Talabeng, & Skull Island - From Ko Lanta hotel to Baan Loh Yai Pier
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Ko Lanta: Mangrove Kayaking, Ko Talabeng, & Skull Island

9.Mangrove Kayaking, Ko Talabeng, & Skull Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 494 reviews · 7 hours · from $63

Spend seven hours exploring Ko Lanta’s quieter side with hotel pickup, a longtail boat, mangrove and sea kayaking, Skull Island’s steep cave climb, beach swimming, and a homemade picnic lunch. English-speaking guides such as Faris and Forest lead the way, help with tricky foot placements, and often take photos along the route.

“Highly recommend this trip! Well run, extremely entertaining, and the guide is absolutely great. This is a family-run business and well worth the support!”

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James Bond Island: Sightseeing Tour by Longtail Boat & Kayak - James Bond Island and the crowded photo stop
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James Bond Island: Sightseeing Tour by Longtail Boat & Kayak

10.Sightseeing Tour by Longtail Boat & Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 336 reviews · 8 hours · from $55

Travel from Ao Nang to Phang Nga Bay by minivan, longtail boat, and guided kayak. Visit James Bond Island, paddle through Thalu Island caves, eat at Koh Panyee, then see a monkey temple and Raman Waterfall. Guides such as Mai, Sean, and Cartoon are praised for clear instructions and good humor, though the road transfer can take up to two hours each way.

“Well organized and plenty of time for all the stops”

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Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island with Canoeing By Big Boat - Swimming at Ko Na Khae
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Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island with Canoeing By Big Boat

11.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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Phuket: James Bond Island by Big Boat with Sea Cave Canoeing - From Phuket hotel to Ao Po Pier
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Phuket: James Bond Island by Big Boat with Sea Cave Canoeing

12.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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Krabi: Hong Island Longtail Boat & Kayak Tour w Buffet Lunch - Morning pickup and the longtail ride from Ao Nang
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Krabi: Hong Island Longtail Boat & Kayak Tour w Buffet Lunch

13.Hong Island Longtail Boat & Kayak Tour w Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 252 reviews · 7 hours · from $44

Spend seven hours exploring Hong Island by longtail boat, kayak, and foot. You’ll snorkel at Koh Daeng, paddle into Hong Lagoon’s mangroves, eat a Thai buffet on the beach, and climb to a 360-degree viewpoint. Guides such as New, Sila, Sana, and AJ have been noted for friendly service and helpful photos.

“Amazing trip! Our guide was great, super kind. Worth every €!”

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Phuket: James Bond Island Speedboat Tour with Canoeing - Yao Yai Island and the first beach break
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Phuket: James Bond Island Speedboat Tour with Canoeing

14.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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From Phuket : James Bond Island by Bigboat & Canoe Adventure - Hotel pickup and the ride to Ao Po Pier
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From Phuket : James Bond Island by Bigboat & Canoe Adventure

15.James Bond Island by Bigboat & Canoe Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 108 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $62

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring Phang Nga Bay from Phuket on a slower-paced big boat trip. Canoe through caves at Panak and Hong islands with local paddlers, visit James Bond Island, enjoy Thai lunch and refreshments, then swim at Kaya Island. Guides such as Bobby and Sam lead the day in English and Thai.

“Very nice experience! The guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and made the day fun and relaxing. A perfect way to see one of Phuket’s most iconic spots—highly recommended!”

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