4 Pearls of the Andaman: 12 Islands in 2 Days from Phuket
The 4 Pearls of the Andaman tour packs the highlights of Phi Phi, Krabi and Phang Nga Bay into two days with an overnight stay on Phi Phi Don. You swim in Pileh Lagoon, see Maya Bay, paddle a canoe among rocky islands, stand in front of James Bond Island and watch the sunset from a viewpoint before the island's fire shows begin.
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Program options and prices
4 Pearls of the Andaman – Early Departure
› Schedule and what is included
Schedule
- 05:30Hotel pickup, drive to the pier, light breakfast
- 07:00Early departure to Phi Phi Lei
- 08:00Maya Bay, where the film The Beach was shot
- 09:30Swimming in Pileh Lagoon; optional longtail boat ride for photos against the lagoon (extra charge)
- 10:15Viking Cave
- 10:30Monkey Beach in Yong Kasem Bay (photos from the boat)
- 10:45Snorkeling near Phi Phi Don
- 11:45Free time and swimming on Bamboo Island
- 13:30Lunch on Phi Phi Don
- 14:00Hotel check-in
- 17:30Sunset at the viewpoint
- 19:00Dinner at the hotel
- 19:45Optional evening boat trip in a Phi Phi Don bay to swim among glowing plankton (extra charge)
- 20:00Phi Phi nightlife: fire show and party
- 07:00Day 2: breakfast and hotel check-out
- 08:00Transfer to Krabi and the Railay peninsula: Phra Nang Beach, Fertility Cave, beach time (Chicken Island seen on the way)
- 10:30Canoeing near Hong Island, sightseeing at Panak Island
- 12:00Lunch on Koh Panyee in the sea gypsy village
- 13:00James Bond Island
- 14:30Free time at Palm Beach Club on Koh Yao Yai
- 15:30Departure to the pier and transfer to hotels
Included
- ✓Hotel transfer both ways
- ✓Russian-speaking guide
- ✓2 lunches
- ✓Dinner
- ✓1 full breakfast
- ✓Unlimited water and soft drinks on the boat
- ✓National park fees
- ✓Insurance
- ✓Snorkeling mask and snorkel
- ✓Canoeing
- ✓Accommodation at Phi Phi Andaman Beach Resort or similar
Not included
- ✕Personal expenses: souvenirs, tips, photos, etc.
- ✕Fin rental
- ✕Single occupancy supplement: 1000 THB
- ✕Phi Phi Don viewpoint ticket: 50 THB per person
4 Pearls of the Andaman
Accommodation: Arboreal Resort or similar, max 2 people per room. Upgrade to Andaman Beach Resort or similar for 300 THB per person, max 3 people per room.
› Schedule and what is included
Schedule
- 06:30Hotel pickup
- 08:10Arrival at the pier, meet the guide, full breakfast
- 08:50Departure to the islands
- 09:30Panak Island in Phang Nga Bay
- 10:10Landing on James Bond Island, sea gypsy market
- 11:00Canoeing at Talu Island
- 11:50Lunch on Koh Panyee in the sea gypsy village
- 13:30View of His Majesty the King of Thailand's residence in Krabi
- 13:50Railay peninsula in Krabi: Phra Nang Beach and Fertility Cave
- 16:05Krabi sights: Twin Islands and Chicken Island
- 16:10Snorkeling
- 16:50Check-in at the hotel on Phi Phi Don, free time
- 17:20Sunset at the viewpoint
- 19:50Dinner at the hotel
- 20:50Fire show and beach party
- 07:30Day 2: breakfast and hotel check-out
- 08:45Departure to Phi Phi Lei
- 09:00Maya Bay, where The Beach was filmed
- 10:00Swimming in Pileh Lagoon
- 10:40Viking Cave
- 11:00Monkey Beach in Yong Kasem Bay
- 11:20Snorkeling near Phi Phi Don
- 12:00Lunch on Phi Phi Don
- 13:50Relaxing on beautiful Bamboo Island
- 16:30Arrival at the pier and transfer to hotels
Included
- ✓Hotel transfer both ways
- ✓Russian-speaking guide
- ✓2 lunches
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Unlimited water and soft drinks on the boat
- ✓National park fees
- ✓Insurance
- ✓Snorkeling mask and snorkel
- ✓Canoeing
- ✓Accommodation
Not included
- ✕Personal expenses: souvenirs, tips, photos, etc.
- ✕Single occupancy supplement: 1000 THB
- ✕Phi Phi Don viewpoint ticket: 50 THB per person
4 Pearls of the Andaman – Comfort
Accommodation: Arboreal Resort or similar (max 2 per room); upgrade to Andaman Beach Resort or similar for 300 THB per person (max 3 per room). Comfort perks: full breakfast at the pier on day 1, group up to 38 people, personal disposable snorkel mouthpieces, free towels and raincoats, free beer at the pier, ice cream and wine on return.
› Schedule and what is included
Schedule
- 06:30Hotel pickup
- 08:10Arrival at the pier, meet the guide, full breakfast
- 08:50Departure to the islands
- 09:30Panak Island in Phang Nga Bay
- 10:10Landing on James Bond Island, sea gypsy market
- 11:00Canoeing at Talu Island
- 11:50Lunch on Koh Panyee in the sea gypsy village
- 13:30View of His Majesty the King of Thailand's residence in Krabi
- 13:50Railay peninsula in Krabi: Phra Nang Beach and Fertility Cave
- 16:05Krabi sights: Twin Islands and Chicken Island
- 16:10Snorkeling
- 16:50Check-in at the hotel on Phi Phi Don, free time
- 17:20Sunset at the viewpoint
- 19:50Dinner at the hotel
- 20:50Fire show and beach party
- 07:30Day 2: breakfast and hotel check-out
- 08:45Departure to Phi Phi Lei
- 09:00Maya Bay, where The Beach was filmed
- 10:00Swimming in Pileh Lagoon
- 10:40Viking Cave
- 11:00Monkey Beach in Yong Kasem Bay
- 11:20Snorkeling near Phi Phi Don
- 12:00Lunch on Phi Phi Don
- 13:50Relaxing on beautiful Bamboo Island
- 16:30Arrival at the pier and transfer to hotels
Included
- ✓Hotel transfer both ways
- ✓Russian-speaking guide
- ✓2 lunches
- ✓Dinner
- ✓2 full breakfasts
- ✓Unlimited water and soft drinks on the boat
- ✓National park fees
- ✓Insurance
- ✓Snorkeling mask and snorkel with a disposable mouthpiece
- ✓Canoeing
- ✓Free towels
- ✓Accommodation
Not included
- ✕Personal expenses: souvenirs, tips, photos, etc.
- ✕Single occupancy supplement: 1000 THB
- ✕Phi Phi Don viewpoint ticket: 50 THB per person
Twelve islands over two days
This is one of the most complete island programs you can take from Phuket. On the Phi Phi side you visit Maya Bay, famous from the film The Beach, swim in Pileh Lagoon, pass Viking Cave and Monkey Beach, snorkel near Phi Phi Don and relax on Bamboo Island. In Krabi you land on the Railay peninsula with Phra Nang Beach and the Fertility Cave. In Phang Nga Bay you see Panak Island, James Bond Island and have lunch in the sea gypsy village on Koh Panyee. Evenings on Phi Phi Don include a hotel dinner, sunset at the viewpoint and the island's fire show and beach party.
Choosing between the three programs
4 Pearls of the Andaman Early Departure flips the route: you leave the hotel at 05:30 and reach Maya Bay around 08:00, then Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, snorkeling and Bamboo Island on day one. After check-in there is sunset, dinner and an optional night swim among glowing plankton. Day two covers Railay and Phra Nang, canoeing near Hong Island, lunch on Koh Panyee, James Bond Island and free time at Palm Beach Club on Koh Yao Yai. Accommodation is Phi Phi Andaman Beach Resort or similar.
The standard 4 Pearls of the Andaman starts at 06:30 with a full breakfast at the pier and begins in Phang Nga Bay: Panak, James Bond Island, canoeing at Talu, Koh Panyee, a view of the royal residence in Krabi, Railay and the Twin and Chicken Islands, with Phi Phi Lei on day two. You stay at Arboreal Resort or similar, with an optional upgrade to Andaman Beach Resort.
4 Pearls Comfort follows the same route but adds perks: a group of up to 38 people, a second full breakfast, personal disposable snorkel mouthpieces, free towels and raincoats, free beer at the pier, and ice cream and wine when you return.
Practical tips
From 1 August to 30 September landing at Maya Bay is closed, and the bay is viewed from the boat only. Bring swimwear, a dry bag, sunscreen and an overnight kit; fins are not included on the early departure. The viewpoint on Phi Phi Don has a small entry fee, and single rooms cost extra. If you are pregnant, tell our manager when booking, otherwise you may not be allowed to board at the pier.
Frequently asked questions
Which of the three programs should I pick?+
Take the Early Departure if you want Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon first thing in the morning and a night plankton swim option. The standard program starts later with Phang Nga Bay, and Comfort adds a group capped at 38, towels, raincoats and treats at the pier.
Can we land at Maya Bay?+
Yes, except from 1 August to 30 September, when landing is closed and the bay is viewed from the boat.
Which hotel do we stay in?+
The Early Departure uses Phi Phi Andaman Beach Resort or similar. The standard and Comfort programs use Arboreal Resort or similar, with a paid upgrade to Andaman Beach Resort.
Which meals are included?+
Every program includes two lunches, a dinner at the hotel and breakfast; Comfort includes two full breakfasts. Water and soft drinks on the boat are unlimited.
What should I pack for the overnight?+
Swimwear, a change of clothes, toiletries, sunscreen and some cash for the viewpoint ticket, optional extras and tips on Phi Phi.
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