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Phuket 5-Day Island Hopping Trip

Five days cruising the Andaman: Phang Nga's canoe lagoons, Phi Phi's bays, James Bond Island and Racha's clear water.

Days
5 days
Budget
325 USD
Style
Active
Destination
Phuket
IslandsSnorkelBeaches
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Trip overview

  • ✓Phang Nga's canoe-only lagoons
  • ✓May Bay's return to the screen
  • ✓Racha's turquoise clarity

Best time to visit

November–April gives flat seas and clear water. The Phi Phi day runs best in calm season; seas can cancel in monsoon.

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1 · Arrive & Patong or Kata

    • 🏖️
      14:00Beach settle & sunset dinner
  2. Day 2 · Phang Nga Bay

    • 🛶
      08:00Canoe through the karst caves & lagoons
    • 🏝️
      13:00James Bond Island's limestone pillar
    • 🦐
      18:00Seafood dinner back at the pier
  3. Day 3 · Phi Phi Day

    • 🐠
      08:30Speedboat to Maya Bay & Pileh Lagoon
    • 🌅
      16:00Koh Phi Phi viewpoint
  4. Day 4 · Racha or Coral Island

    • 🤿
      09:00Snorkel the clear-water reefs
    • 🍹
      16:00Beach club afternoon
  5. Day 5 · Farewell

    • ✈️
      10:00Final swim & airport

Budget

Estimated total cost: 325 USD for 5 days.

Includes accommodation, local transport, food, and activities. International flights not included.

Travel tips

  • November–April gives flat seas and clear water. The Phi Phi day runs best in calm season; seas can cancel in monsoon.
  • Carry local currency for small eateries and street food; cards are widely accepted in cities.
  • Book popular restaurants in advance during peak season.
  • Use public transit where possible — most stops in Phuket are tourist-friendly.

Recommended restaurants

🦐
One Chun
Old Town · $$
🍚
Boat-lunch onboard
Thai buffet · $
🍝
La Gritta
Seafront Italian · $$$

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