James Bond Island by Big Boat

Your James Bond Island adventure begins with a comfortable hotel pickup by air-conditioned minivan from your Phuket hotel, transferring you to Ao Po Pier (อ่าวปอ) on Phuket's northeastern coast — the gateway to the stunning Phang Nga Bay.

Arrive at Ao Po Pier and check in with your English-speaking guide. Receive a full briefing on the day's program, current weather conditions, and safety instructions before boarding your big boat.

Arrive at Panak Island — one of the most dramatic limestone islands in Phang Nga Bay. Marvel at the island's towering rock formations rising from the emerald sea as your big boat cruises slowly alongside the cliffs.

Board your canoe guided by a professional local paddler and explore Panak Island's spectacular sea caves — gliding through narrow limestone passages into hidden chambers adorned with stalactites and stalagmites, and drifting through lush mangrove forests sheltered within the island's protected ecosystem.

Continue to Hongs Island (เกาะห้อง) — named after the Thai word for "room," referring to the island's remarkable enclosed limestone chambers that can only be accessed by canoe. Board your canoe once more and paddle through a naturally carved sea tunnel into a breathtaking hidden lagoon completely enclosed by towering jungle cliffs — a truly magical experience found only in Phang Nga Bay.

As your big boat cruises toward James Bond Island, enjoy a delicious lunch served on board with stunning panoramic views of Phang Nga Bay's spectacular limestone landscape surrounding you on all sides.

Transfer from your big boat to a traditional longtail boat for the short ride to the world-famous Khao Phing Kan — known globally as James Bond Island after its iconic role in the 1974 film The Man with the Golden Gun featuring Roger Moore.

Explore the island on foot, trek through its dramatic rock formations, and stand before the legendary Ko Tapu — the extraordinary 20-metre limestone needle rock rising vertically from the emerald waters of Ao Phang Nga National Park. Capture unforgettable photographs of one of Thailand's most iconic natural landmarks before returning to the big boat by longtail.

Conclude your island adventure at Nakae Island — a sheltered bay with calm, crystal-clear water, perfectly suited for swimming and water activities. Spend approximately one hour relaxing on the beach, swimming in the warm Andaman Sea, or trying paddleboarding — complimentary paddleboards are provided for all guests to enjoy in the safety of the sheltered bay.

Depart Nakae Island and cruise back to Ao Po Pier by big boat — approximately one hour. Your air-conditioned minivan will be waiting to transfer you comfortably back to your hotel in Phuket.