Phi Phi Islands + Bamboo Island by Sawanu Catamaran 7 Destinations | Luxury Twin-Hull | WiFi & Breakfast Included

Bamboo Island (Koh Mai Phai) is a completely uninhabited island in the Phi Phi National Park with pristine white sand beaches, crystal-clear shallow water, and vibrant fringing coral reefs teeming with parrotfish, angelfish, and other tropical marine life. Because it has no facilities, no permanent residents, and attracts fewer tourists than Maya Bay, it offers a noticeably more peaceful and unspoiled experience. On this catamaran tour, you arrive at Bamboo Island at 14:20 and have approximately 2.5 hours — the longest stop of the day — for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing on the beach.

This tour visits 7 destinations in the following order: Maya Bay (10:00, beach relaxation and photos), Pileh Cove (11:00, swimming in emerald enclosed lagoon), Viking Cave (11:50, sightseeing), Monkey Beach (12:00, photos of wild macaques), Phi Phi Don Island (12:15, snorkeling then Thai buffet lunch at 13:00), and Bamboo Island (14:20, swimming, snorkeling and beach relaxation). The catamaran arrives back at the pier at 17:30, with hotel drop-off by approximately 18:00-18:30. Notably, this tour visits Maya Bay first thing in the morning, which is less crowded than the typical afternoon visits.

The Sawanu catamaran is a premium twin-hull vessel offering a significantly smoother and more stable ride than a speedboat, with much lower risk of seasickness. Key differences: spacious sun decks with sun loungers for relaxing between stops; onboard WiFi for sharing photos in real time; light breakfast served at departure; and a maximum of 65 passengers for a more comfortable, social experience. The catamaran travels at a slower pace, so the journey time between stops is longer but far more enjoyable. It is the top-comfort choice for honeymooners, families, and those who want to enjoy the journey itself.

Yes — unlike the speedboat version of this tour, the national park fee is fully included in the Sawanu catamaran price of ฿3,000 per adult and ฿2,500 per child (ages 4–11). Infants aged 6 months to 3 years are free. Only a towel is not included. There are no additional mandatory fees to pay on the day of the tour.

Yes — pregnant women and children under 6 months old are NOT permitted on this tour due to the operator's insurance policy. Infants aged 6 months to 3 years are free of charge. Children aged 4–11 are charged the child price of ฿2,500. There is no upper age restriction — the catamaran's smooth, stable twin-hull ride makes it well-suited for elderly guests. If you have specific medical concerns, please consult your doctor before booking.

Due to the tour operator's insurance policy, a passport copy for every passenger (including children) must be sent by email at the latest by the day before the tour. This is a strict requirement — failure to provide passport copies in advance may result in being unable to board. After booking, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on where to send the copies. A clear photo of the passport's main information page taken on a smartphone is sufficient. This applies to all nationalities.

Yes — this catamaran tour arrives at Maya Bay early (10:00) for beach relaxation and photos. You will have time on the beach at this iconic location from the movie 'The Beach'. Important: Maya Bay closes every year from 1 August to 30 September for environmental recovery. During this closure period, no beach landing or swimming is permitted and guests view from the boat only. The rest of the tour continues as normal on closure dates. The early 10:00 arrival on this tour is a distinct advantage — Maya Bay is significantly less crowded in the morning than during typical afternoon speedboat visits.

The ฿1,200 per person premium over the Bamboo Island speedboat (฿1,800) gets you: twin-hull stability and a much smoother ride, spacious sun decks with loungers, onboard WiFi, light breakfast included, national park fee included (worth ฿400 per adult), more time at Bamboo Island (arriving at 14:20 vs speedboat's shorter stop), and the superior comfort of a 65-passenger catamaran vs a 35-passenger speedboat. Best value for: honeymooners, families with young children (infants 6 months+ welcome), elderly guests, and anyone who suffers from seasickness or wants a premium experience. The speedboat is better for: those on a tight budget, travellers who prefer speed and maximum destinations in minimum time.

The ฿3,000 per adult / ฿2,500 per child (4–11 years) price is fully all-inclusive: round-trip hotel transfers, Sawanu catamaran tour (max 65 passengers), light breakfast onboard, soft drinks and fruits throughout the day, Thai buffet lunch at Phi Phi Don, snorkeling mask and fins, life jacket, national park fee, onboard WiFi, English-speaking guide, and injury insurance. Only a towel is not included. There are no hidden charges or on-the-day cash payments required.