Day Trips from Khao Lak to Phang Nga Bay (Ao Phang Nga)

Head out to James Bond Island on this small-group tour that takes you speeding through the karsts on a long-tail boat. All of the logistics will be taken care of by your guide, including canoeing through caves, a trip to a fishing village called Ko Panyi, and of course a visit to the island made famous from the movie "The Man With the Golden Gun." Round-trip transfers from Khao Lak are also provided for ease.

Made famous by the James Bond movie, “The Man with the Golden Gun,” James Bond Island is one of the most popular islands in Phang Nga Bay. Travel by boat from Khao Lak and spend the day exploring James Bond and other nearby islands. Includes sea canoeing, lunch at Koh Panyi floating village, and a stop at Suwan Khuha Cave Temple.

Made famous by the James Bond movie, “The Man with the Golden Gun,” James Bond Island is one of the most popular islands in Phang Nga Bay. Travel by longtail boat to Phang Nga Bay, and spend the day canoeing around James Bond and other nearby islands. Includes lunch at Koh Panyi floating village and a stop at Suwan Khuha Cave Temple.

Enjoy a full-day tour exploring Thailand's beautiful islands and beaches by speedboat! Follow in the steps of the world’s most famous international spy and visit a stunning Thai Island - Khao Ping Khan, also known as James Bond Island. Once the location for "The Man With The Golden Gun", the island jutting out of the surrounding emerald-green water is a great place to take some snaps as you remember some of James Bond’s best moments. Enjoy sightseeing on Panak Island and swim in a quiet secluded lagoon before finally getting your chance to gaze upon James Bond Island. Stroll through an enchanting mangrove forest, discover ancient paintings and more. Have lunch on Panyee Island and go kayaking around Hong Island. Relax on the beach on Khai Island after your busy day, this trip is a great outing for the whole family.

This full-day tour shines the spotlight on Phang Nga Bay, allowing you to experience and see its beauty by longtail boat, on land and by canoe. It features all the greatest hits, including James Bond Island, Hong Island, Monkey Cave, viewpoints and waterfalls. During the morning you'll cast off on local longtail boats from Ban Hinrom Pier to explore the bay by sea. And you'll soon be surrounded by the famous emerald-topped karsts that give Phang Bga Bay its fame. You'll venture to Hong Island first, exploring the caves by canoe, then it's on to James Bond Island where we'll have the freedom to sail wherever we wish and even explore on land. Stop for a swim, then time for lunch at one of the best viewpoints in Phang Nga Bay, Samet Nangshe, where you'll dine with views from the terrace. Next stop will be ‘Monkey Cave', or Wat Suwan Khuha, home to the reclining Buddha – and lots of monkeys. Finally, you'll chill out and swim at Raman Forest waterfall in the jungle.

START LATE TO AVOID CROWDS! The James Bond Island is perhaps one of the most famous sights in Southern Thailand. Ever since Roger Moore filmed on the island in the early 1970s, tourists have flocked to witness first-hand impressive rock formations and to re-live some of their favorite scenes amongst the beautiful back drop of Phang Nga Bay. - Leave from your hotel in a comfortable minibus and take a scenic drive into Phang Nga valley. - Visit one of the most famous cave temples in Phang Nga. - Leave Phang Nga town with a traditional longtail boat and out through one of the largest native mangrove forests in Thailand. - Cruise through the caves and beautiful limestone mountains that make up Phang Nga Bay. - Stop for a walk and a swim at the famous James Bond Island. - Take a stroll around the stilted fishing village and enjoy a delicious dinner overlooking the bay. - Cruise back to the pier as the sun sets over the bay and return to your hotel.

This small group tour takes you through the beautiful Phang Nga Bay by longtail boat, where you can then explore James Bond Island, the limestone cliffs, mangroves, and surrounding area by canoe. This is a small group tour, so you’ll keep costs down by sharing your guide and transport. You’ll also get to stp at a sea gypsy village for a Thai lunch and visit a monkey park.

Cruise the amazing Phang Nga Bay by traditional longtail boat on a full-day tour from Khao Lak. Discover the unique karst formations and green mangrove forests, and visit James Bond Island and Suwan Khuha Cave Temple. Following pick-up from your hotel in Khao Lak, board a traditional longtail boat and experience the mangrove forests and karst formations from a different perspective. Get up close to the limestone rocks on a short canoe trip before heading to Khao Phing Kan. Marvel at rock formations such as Tapu Island and James Bond Island, used as a film location in the movie "The Man With The Golden Gun." Continue to the floating Muslim village of Koh Panyi, where you will enjoy a delicious lunch. Next, go to Suwan Khuha Cave Temple to see the statue of the reclining Golden Buddha. Get some time to feed the resident monkeys before the return trip to Khao Lak. Note: Program is subject to change due to availability and other reasons.

On this half-day tour, we journey across Phang Nga Bay aboard a traditional Thai long-tail boat, taking in the stunning views of mangrove forests and the impressive karst formations that dot the landscape. Our first destination is Tapu Island, better known as James Bond Island, the famous limestone rock featured in the movie "The Man with the Golden Gun." Here, you’ll have the chance to capture the iconic scenery and enjoy the stunning surroundings. If tides allow, we’ll continue to explore the natural hidden wonders tucked beneath large rocks, offering a unique perspective of Phang Nga Bay’s geological beauty. Next, we visit Panyi Village, a fascinating community built entirely on stilts above the water. This stop provides a great.