The 15 Best Speedboat Tours with Lunch in Thailand

1.Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,952 reviews · 6 hours · from $43 a head Our pick

Spend six hours touring Krabi’s Hong Islands by speedboat with hotel transfers, lunch, fruit, water, snorkeling gear, and an English or Thai-speaking guide. You’ll swim at Hong Island, visit Pakbia and Lao Lading, cruise into Hong Lagoon, and climb to a 360-degree viewpoint. Guides such as Fay, Payu, Gina, and Cooper are known for keeping the day friendly and well organized.

“Great day a seeing Hong islands, not really for snorkeling but islands and views are beautiful.”

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2.James Bond Island Day Trip by Speed Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,081 reviews · 7h 30m · from $65 a head

Spend about 7.5 hours touring Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, with cave canoeing, James Bond Island, lunch at Panyee, and swimming at ZCoco Beach. Guides such as Jimmy, Emma, and Toy are praised for friendly help, photos, and clear safety care. Hotel transfers are optional, and the $65 price includes lunch, canoeing, and the boat ride.

“Outstanding cannot fault the tour at all lovely people”

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3.PhiPhi, Maya Bay & Khai Island Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,607 reviews · 8 hours · from $47 a head

Spend a full day island hopping from Phuket with guides such as Bobby, JJ, Mossi or Butter, depending on your departure. You’ll visit Maya Bay, swim at Pileh Lagoon, snorkel, see Monkey Beach and Viking Cave, eat a Thai buffet on Phi Phi Don, and finish at Khai Nok Island. Expect a large shared speedboat, crowds, and a bumpy ride in rough weather.

“The PNT team were brilliant from start to finish. Joy, our guide and her team were very attentive and ensured that we all had a lovely time. The speedboat ride was very smooth sailing and there was no pressure to upgrade before and during the journey. I highly recommend doing this tour with PNT, as you will be guaranteed a very good time. The buffet lunch, including snacks and drinks throughout the trip was a good touch and there was a varied selection on offer. The optional souvenir photograph available to purchase at the end of the tour was very good value for money. A very well deserved 5 star…”

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4.Phi Phi Early Bird & 4 Island by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 875 reviews · 9 hours · from $78 a head

Leave Krabi before sunrise with guides such as Nee, Nadia, or Far, then reach Maya Bay ahead of much of the day’s traffic. Swim at Pileh Lagoon, snorkel near Phi Phi Don and Bamboo Island, enjoy a Thai buffet, and finish at Chicken Island, Thale Waek, and Poda Island. Expect a busy but well-paced 9-hour day, with breakfast, drinks, snacks, equipment, and hotel transfers included.

“Fantastic day snorkelling and viewing all the different islands. A group of 30, we were provided breakfast, lunch and plenty of water and soft drinks. Our guide Far was brilliant, he kept us updated with where we were going, and how to make the most of our allotted time - like where to snorkel and find quieter spots. Definitely recommend this trip.”

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5.Phi Phi & Bamboo Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 797 reviews · from $129 a head Top rated

Spend 7 to 8 hours island hopping from Phuket by speedboat. Visit Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Bamboo Island, with snorkeling gear, lunch, drinks, and hotel transfers included. Guides such as Tony, Nan, Tommy, and Noonit have been praised for friendly service, though crowds and a rough ride can affect the day.

“Trip was awe inspiring experience. Touch crowded beach but overall great experience with family. Tony and crew were great and supportive”

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6.Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 788 reviews · from $94 a head

Travel from Phuket to Phi Phi Leh, Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Khai Nok by speedboat. Expect a full, fast-moving day with snorkeling gear, paddleboards, buffet lunch, hotel pickup, and guides such as Ohma, Tony, Kung, Nancy, and Oppo. Bring beach shoes and expect spray, crowds, and changing times.

“It was such a fun day! Despite the islands being packed with people and boats, Ohma and his team took care of us and made sure we had a great time. I expected the islands to be busy because it’s peak season and they did their best to make sure we enjoyed the trip so I appreciated that. Ohma and the team were so kind. They made sure we had everything we needed and most importantly, they made sure we were having a great time! Also, lunch was wonderful!”

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7.Phi Phi Islands & Maya Bay Speedboat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 420 reviews · 7 hours · from $50 a head

You’ll travel by speedboat from Krabi to Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Bamboo Island. Expect hotel pickup, breakfast, Thai buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, fruit, and drinks. Guides such as Bee, Sanan, and Eddie have been praised for clear help and friendly service, but shared boats can carry 30 or more people.

“Guide Bee was very friendly and even helped us take photos and sent it to us later. The trip as a whole was really good. When we first went to the meeting point, breakfast was available before we got on the boat. Lunch at Phi Phi Island was good and halal. There were also refreshments given in the boat. The team took care of everyone very well. I recommend this tour.”

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8.Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Tour with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 402 reviews · from $46 a head

This 7.5-hour Krabi tour visits Loh Samah Bay, Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Phi Phi Don, and Bamboo Island. You get hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, drinks, fruit, lunch, and an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Max, Maria, Micki, Johnny, and Miriam have been singled out for friendly, lively service.

“Great time spent, day passed to fast, so many activities. Max is a great guide. Transportation was just in time. Lunch is not luxury, but everything you need to take a quick bite. Great deal for the money.”

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9.James Bond Island by Premium Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 294 reviews · from $65 a head

Spend about 8.5 hours crossing Phang Nga Bay by speedboat, canoeing through Hong Island’s caves, seeing James Bond Island, eating a halal buffet at Ko Panyi, and relaxing at Naka Noi. Guides such as Mickey, Cin, Sunny, and Alex have been praised for humor, clear instructions, and good care of the group.

“I had an amazing time on the James Bond Island tour in Phuket. We visited seven beautiful islands, but the trip was so well-paced that it never felt tiring. There were plenty of chances to relax, swim, and enjoy the scenery, plus the food provided was genuinely good — fresh and tasty. A big thank you to Lily, our friendly and knowledgeable guide, Nay, the talented photographer who captured great moments, and of course Captain Jack Sparrow, who kept the journey smooth! Everything was well-organised, and the team made the whole experience enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommend this tour if you are visiting Phuket!”

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10.Racha and Banana Beach by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 289 reviews · from $59 a head

Travel from Phuket to Racha Island and Coral Island by speedboat with hotel pickup, snacks, snorkeling gear, lunch, and beach chairs included. Snorkel at Patok Bay, relax on white sand, then spend time at Banana Beach, where parasailing, sea walking, and banana boat rides cost extra. English and Chinese guides lead the day.

“great organisation. the places are stunning. really worth going. the tour offered water, coffee, and food”

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11.Phi Phi & Khai Islands Snorkeling Trip w/ Lunch and Fins by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · from $129 a head

Spend seven to eight hours visiting Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don and Khai Island. You get hotel transfers in Phuket Province, lunch, refreshments, snorkeling gear, paddleboards and fins collected at Royal Phuket Marina. Guides such as Tommy, Tony and Beer lead the trip.

“Tony and his crew were incredible and went over and above to ensure t everything was perfect! Phi phi island was stunning…. Highly recommend booking this tour.”

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12.Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao Speedboat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 133 reviews · 7 hours · from $68 a head

Leave Koh Samui by speedboat for selected snorkeling bays around Koh Tao, then spend time on Koh Nangyuan. You’ll get hotel pickup, breakfast, equipment, a Thai buffet lunch, and an English or Thai-speaking guide. The day includes Japanese Garden Reef and the island viewpoint, with a 250 THB adult entry fee paid separately.

“Durchführung der Tour alles gut. Lunch war gut und ausreichend. Lokation, Strand , Wässer und Aussichtspunkt auf Koh Nangyuan einmalig schön. Schnorchelpunkte bei Koh Tao weniger schön, Korallen alle kaputt ( tot ) und eher wenig Fische zu sehen. Also , Schnorcheln ist zu vernachlässigen aber Koh Nangyuan einmalig.”

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13.Pig Island & Koh Tan Speedboat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 120 reviews · 5 hours · from $47 a head

Travel from Koh Samui to Koh Tan and Koh Madsum, better known as Pig Island, on a five-hour speedboat trip. You will snorkel, swim, kayak, meet free-roaming pigs, and enjoy a Thai meal. Hotel pickup, equipment, refreshments, an English-speaking guide, and accident insurance are included.

“War alles super. Für Kinder allerdings bei Wellengang eher nicht zu empfehlen, da das Speedboat wie auf einer Achterbahn auf die Wellen knallt.”

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14.Racha and Coral Islands Speedboat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · 7h 30m · from $56 a head

From Phuket, you’ll ride a speedboat to Racha Island for swimming and snorkeling, then continue to Coral Island for lunch, shore time, and photos. Thai and English guides lead the day. The trip suits confident swimmers who want a busy island outing, but rough seas, shallow water, and basic lunch quality are worth considering.

“The relexed freedom... Tour guide's character was great.... Lunch was a disappointment.. Food was not very tasty.”

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15.Banana Beach Speedboat Island Experience with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 79 reviews · 6 hours · from $77 a head

Take a 15-minute speedboat from Phuket to Koh Hey’s Banana Beach for six hours of white sand, clear water, snorkeling, kayaking, and a Thai lunch. English and Thai hosts handle the trip, with optional hotel pickup from many Phuket areas. Special activities cost extra, and the floating pier can be tricky for anyone with weak knees.

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