The 8 Best Catamaran Cruises in Phuket

1.Phi Phi Islands Day-Trip by Speed Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 918 reviews · 8h 30m · from $135Our pick

Spend about 8.5 hours visiting Bamboo Island, Phi Phi Don, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, and Maya Bay from Phuket. Seanery provides hotel transfers, meals, drinks, towels, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and a longtail-boat ride. Guides including Steve and Coco keep the day moving with humor and clear instructions.

“The whole Scenery team was amazing from start to finish. The views and location was beautiful. We were well looked after by the team.”

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2.Phi Phi, Bamboo & Maithon by Premium Speed Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 901 reviews · 10 hours · from $87

Spend 10 hours island-hopping from Phuket by premium speed catamaran. Visit Bamboo Island, Phi Phi Don, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Maya Bay and Maithon Island, with snorkeling, a clear kayak, buffet lunch, snacks and an English-speaking guide such as Linda, Smile or QQ.

“It was sensational, QQ and the team were genuinely amazing! Usually dont write reviews but honestly was an unreal experience”

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3.Coral Island Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 360 reviews · 6 hours · from $53Best value

Spend six hours sailing from Chalong or Rawai Pier to Coral Island, with snorkeling, beach time, drinks, a Thai buffet, and sunset views near Promthep Cape. Guides such as Mimi, Arm, Eddie, and Gigi have helped make past trips friendly and well organized, though conditions and schedules can change.

“Simply perfect. Very well organized, beautiful beach, lovely dinner and…the beautiful sunset for closure. Memorable experience.”

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4.Coral and Racha lslands Catamaran Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 285 reviews · 1 day · from $90

Spend a relaxed day aboard Aeolos, a 22-person catamaran visiting Coral and Racha Islands. You get two snorkeling stops, lunch, paddleboards, kayaks, a slide, fishing, and sunset views at Promthep Cape. Guides such as Aiu, Art, Sandy, and Kim are known for attentive help.

“Our guide (Fang) was very attentive. My favourite would be snorkeling at Racha Island.”

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5.Similan Islands Luxury Catamaran Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 284 reviews · 1 day · from $128

Sail to Islands 7, 8, and 9 on a spacious double-deck catamaran with English, Chinese, or Thai guides. You get two snorkeling sessions, beach time, three meals, gear, towels, and five edited photos. Guides such as Kim, Jasmine, and Sarah are known for attentive care.

“Similan was awesome and boat was super comfortable to get out there rather than a speed boat.. it was still rough but at least you could move around and get fresh air and look to the horizon. Service was fantastic and would not hesitate to recommend especially if have small kids.”

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6.Coral and Racha Islands Hype Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 184 reviews · 7 hours · from $144

You’ll cruise from Chalong Pier to Coral and Racha islands aboard Hype Boat Club’s luxury catamaran. Swim, snorkel, share a lower-deck daybed, enjoy a buffet of Thai food, tapas, sushi, and fruit, then listen to a live DJ as the sun sets. Hotel transfers are optional.

“It was fabulous, relaxing and paced to increase the happiness step by step! Couldn’t fault anything. Great day”

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7.Coral, Racha, Promthep Island Catamaran Trip & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 106 reviews · 8 hours · from $93

Spend eight hours sailing from Phuket to Coral, Racha, and Maiton Islands on a catamaran. You get hotel pickup, buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, drinks, beach time, swimming, fishing, and a guide in English, Thai, or Chinese. Coral can be crowded, but Racha offers the finest beach stop.

“It was amazing, especially enjoyed our experience in racha island.”

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8.Phi Phi Maiton Island Sunset Premium Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 99 reviews · 10 hours · from $128Top rated

This full-day Love Andaman trip pairs Phi Phi Leh’s emerald Pileh Lagoon and Maya Bay with lunch on Phi Phi Don, snorkeling, and a sunset cruise around Maiton Island. You get hotel transfers, breakfast, snacks, drinks, equipment, towels, and a premium catamaran with paddleboards and a water slide. Crew members may include Vivian, Bessie, MJ, Bella, or Fongbeer.

“Absolutely loved our Phi Phi Island tour with Love Andaman! The staff was friendly and took great care of us throughout the day. The snorkeling was incredible, and the buffet lunch was a highlight. The boat was spacious, and they even provided drinks and fruit throughout the trip!”

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