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Phang Nga Bay Sunset Dinner & Glowing Plankton Tour

Phuket, Thailandby Boat Trips Club

  • 8 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 25 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Explore the serene beauty of Phang Nga Bay in the late afternoon and evening. Paddle through stunning caves and lagoons with professional guides and capture the iconic sunset at James Bond Island. Savor a delicious Thai dinner at a waterfront restaurant before diving into the magical experience of swimming with bioluminescent plankton, where the water glows around you. This small-group tour ensures personalized attention, making it perfect for those seeking an unforgettable adventure in Thailand. - Duration: Approximately 8 hours, including hotel pickup from Phuket - Small-group experience capped at 25 travelers for an intimate atmosphere - Enjoy a Thai set dinner included in your tour - Guided swim with glowing plankton after dark, weather permitting

What's included

  • Phang Nga Bay National Park entrance fee
  • Small-group VIP speedboat
  • Soft drinks, drinking water, and fresh fruit
  • Professional canoe paddlers
  • Life jackets and safety equipment
  • Visit to James Bond Island
  • Sea canoeing at Panak Island and Hong Island
  • Snorkel masks for the plankton swim
  • Thai set dinner at a local restaurant on the water
  • Full passenger insurance
  • Professional captain, crew, and English-speaking guide
  • Bioluminescent plankton swimming experience
  • Round-trip hotel transfers from Phuket accommodations
  • Personal expenses
  • Beach towels
  • Gratuities, optional

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    30 min

    Meet your guide at Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina or arrive using the included hotel transfer. Complete check-in, provide any required passenger information, and receive a safety briefing before boarding the small-group speedboat.

  2. 2

    Phang Nga

    Pass by

    Cruise into Phang Nga Bay aboard a small-group speedboat. Admire the bay’s emerald water, mangrove forests, hidden caves, and dramatic limestone formations while traveling toward the afternoon’s canoeing locations.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    1 hour

    Board a sea canoe controlled by a professional local paddler and explore the caves, mangroves, and hidden lagoons around Panak Island. Cave access and the exact route depend on the tide and sea conditions.

  4. 4

    Hongs of Phang Nga

    1 hour

    Continue by canoe through the enclosed lagoons and limestone caves around Hong Island while the afternoon light turns golden. Relax as your professional paddler navigates the narrow entrances and peaceful waterways.

  5. 5

    James Bond Island

    45 min

    Visit James Bond Island around sunset, after many daytime visitors have departed. Walk around Khao Phing Kan and photograph Ko Tapu, the famous needle-shaped limestone formation rising from the bay.

  6. 6

    Phang Nga

    1 hour

    Stop at a local restaurant over the water and enjoy an included Thai set dinner. Relax and take in the peaceful evening atmosphere before continuing into the darker waters of Phang Nga Bay.

  7. 7

    Phang Nga

    45 min

    After dark, stop in a calm section of Phang Nga Bay for the opportunity to swim and observe bioluminescent plankton. Movement in the water may create flashes of blue-green light around you. Snorkel masks and life jackets are provided.

Meeting and pickup

Meet the 5 Star Marine team at their pier and office inside Phuket Boat Lagoon. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure for check-in and the tour briefing. Show your booking voucher to the staff upon arrival.

Round-trip pickup is included from hotels, villas, and residences across Phuket Island. Please provide your accommodation name and full address when booking. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before the tour. Please wait in the lobby or designated pickup area 15 minutes before the confirmed time.

End point

Meet the 5 Star Marine team at their pier and office inside Phuket Boat Lagoon. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure for check-in and the tour briefing. Show your booking voucher to the staff upon arrival.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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