Phi Phi Island Long-tail Boat Tour: Shark Point, Bamboo Island, Mosquito Island, Maya Bay & More

If you’ve only got one day to explore the beautiful Phi Phi Island, this full day excursion covers all the must-see sites. Visit Shark Point, Bamboo Island, Mosquito Island, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Loh Samah Bay, and Maya Bay. You’ll also get to see the amazing sunset views to end the day.

Our first stop is Shark Point. Named after the black-tipped sharks swimming in the area, Shark Point is a popular snorkeling spot among professional and amateur divers. 

“Awestruck when I saw the sharks. Fantastic to see these majestic beasts effortlessly gliding by. I luckily caught sight of one, then two and three. Must do!” — Francois, France

Our next stop is Bamboo Island, a pristine strip of land great for relaxing and snorkeling. Wade in the shallow waters and catch glimpses of the colorful fishes or lie down by the shore and soak up the sun before we climb aboard the boat and head to our next stop.

Take in the glorious limestone cliffs and azure waters at Mosquito Island, or Koh Yung. Don’t let its name worry you; the insects only come out in the evening. What you can look forward to are the spectacular rock formations, small quiet beaches and clear water for snorkeling. 

“This is great place for snorkeling with huge expanse of sea with clear water and diversity of marine animals.” – Priyadarshi, India

We’ll head to Nui Bay next. This tiny little alcove surrounded by rock formations is a picturesque spot to relax and swim in. Then we’ll make our way to Monkey Beach to visit the friendly primates – but don’t get too close! We’ll also stop by Viking Cave, known for the Scandinavian-esque ships painted on its walls, and Pileh Lagoon, another stunning locale with emerald waters and towering cliffs.

Next, we’ll head to Loh Samah Bay where we’ll dive into the cool waters and swim with the colorful fish. After spending most of the afternoon in the water, we’ll board the boat and make our way to the famous Maya Bay, known for its appearance in the 1999 film The Beach. We’ll circle the scenic bay, taking in the gorgeous scenery and watching the sunset, before making our way back.

“Thailand is amazing and beautiful. This beach getaway is the best beach ever! Turquoise water everywhere and white sand. Amazing!” — Tantawat H, U.K.