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Island Day Trips & Nature

Phang Nga Bay

Limestone cliffs, sea caves and the famous James Bond Island.

Drive to pier: ~30 min About 25 km from HKT Boat from Ao Po Grand Marina
Drive to pier~30 min
BoatLong-tail, speedboat or cruise
Time neededFull day
Best monthsNov–Apr

About Phang Nga Bay

Phang Nga Bay is a huge, sheltered bay of emerald water and towering limestone islands between Phuket and the mainland. Its most famous sight is Khao Phing Kan, known as "James Bond Island" after it appeared in a 1974 film.

Day trips explore sea caves and hidden lagoons by canoe, and many visit the stilted fishing village of Koh Panyee. Several boat trips leave from piers on Phuket's quiet north-east coast, a short drive from the airport.

Driving to the pier

From the airport, drive south on Route 402 and turn east towards Ao Po. Follow the signs to Ao Po Grand Marina. Your tour ticket shows the exact pier.

Ao Po Grand Marina
One of the main departure points for Phang Nga Bay tours on Phuket's north-east coast. Some tours also leave from other piers – check your ticket.
Directions to the pier on OpenStreetMap

Highlights

James Bond IslandThe famous narrow limestone pillar rising from the sea.
Sea-canoe cavesPaddle through low caves into hidden lagoons (hongs).
Koh PanyeeA Muslim fishing village built on stilts beside a limestone cliff.

Parking

Where to leave the carMost departure piers have parking for tour guests. Check with your operator and keep the car key with you in a waterproof bag.

Tips before you go

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Book with parking in mind

Ask your operator whether you can leave your rental car at the pier for the day.

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Tide times

Cave access depends on the tide – operators plan around it.

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Waterproof bag

Bring one for your phone and car keys.

Opening hours, entry fees and boat schedules change – please check with the site or your operator before you go.

Questions about visiting Phang Nga Bay

Drive to Ao Po Grand Marina (~30 min from the airport), park, and join your boat. From the airport, drive south on Route 402 and turn east towards Ao Po. Follow the signs to Ao Po Grand Marina. Your tour ticket shows the exact pier.

Most departure piers have parking for tour guests. Check with your operator and keep the car key with you in a waterproof bag.

Book with parking in mind: Ask your operator whether you can leave your rental car at the pier for the day.

The main highlights: James Bond Island, Sea-canoe caves and Koh Panyee. See the highlights above for details.

Time needed: Full day. Add the drive from Phuket Airport – ~30 min each way in light traffic.

Other places in the same area include Similan Islands, Phi Phi Islands, Wat Phra Thong – easy to combine on a road trip with your rental car.

Yes – with your own car you can arrive early before the crowds, stay as long as you like and combine it with nearby sights, instead of fitting in with a tour schedule. Waterproof bag: Bring one for your phone and car keys.

Nearby

Combine it with

All places to visit
Similan Islands~1 hr 45 min Pristine beaches and some of Thailand's best-known snorkelling and diving. Pier, parking & tips
Phi Phi Islands~50 min Famous turquoise water, dramatic cliffs and tropical beaches. Pier, parking & tips
Wat Phra Thong15 min Famous half-buried Buddha and historic temple near the airport. How to get there

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