James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay Tour

Traditional longtail boat tour to James Bond Island from Khao Lak, including kayaking in Phang Nga Bay, caves, Koh Panyee and lunch.

8-9 Hours
Transfer inc.
English
Age 4+
Daily tour
Food inc.

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James Bond Island · Koh Panyee Village · English-speaking guided group or private tour · Pick-up from your hotel · Lunch and kayaking included

How can you explore James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay from Khao Lak?

The best option is this James Bond Island tour from Khao Lak, combining a traditional boat trip, kayaking through caves and mangroves, a visit to the floating village of Koh Panyee, and a journey through Phang Nga Bay in one well-organised excursion.

  • The James Bond Island tour from Khao Lak includes kayaking through caves and mangroves
  • Exploring Phang Nga Bay reveals unique limestone rock formations
  • Visiting Koh Panyee offers a glimpse into life in a traditional floating village
  • The traditional longtail boat journey offers an authentic Thai experience
  • This tour combines nature, local culture and iconic scenery in a single day

The Bay of Phang Nga is one of Thailand’s most impressive natural landscapes. Its famous limestone formations rise dramatically from the sea, creating spectacular scenery that has featured in numerous films and documentaries.

On this excursion, you’ll visit iconic James Bond Island, cruise through mangroves and hidden caves, explore the famous floating village of Koh Panyee, and discover one of southern Thailand’s most spectacular viewpoints.

A perfect combination of nature, local culture and unique scenery.

✔ English-speaking guided group or private tour

✔ Lunch and kayaking included

✔ Traditional longtail boat

Group tour prices

Price per person

  • Adults: 2.590 ฿
  • Children (4 a 10 years): 1.790 ฿

Private tour prices

Price per group and longtail boat

  • 2 people: 8.500 ฿
  • 3 people: 12.000 ฿
  • 4 people: 14.000 ฿
  • 5 people: 16.000 ฿
  • 6 people: 18.000 ฿

During peak season, book in advance to secure your place.

A special moment

Arriving at the floating village of Koh Panyee means discovering a completely different way of life. Houses built over the water, boats coming and going, and the mosque rising above the stilts create an unforgettable scene. Lunch here becomes a special moment, shared in an authentic setting where you can observe the village’s everyday life from within.

"Travel is also about savouring places like this."

Itinerary

07:00 – Morning Pick-up

  • We’ll start the day with pick-up from your accommodation in Khao Lak. On the journey to Phang Nga Bay, we’ll pass through rural landscapes and small villages in southern Thailand.

 

Samet Nangshe Viewpoint

  • Our first stop will be one of the region’s most spectacular viewpoints. From here, you’ll enjoy incredible panoramic views of Phang Nga Bay and its limestone formations.

 

Exploring Phang Nga Bay by Traditional Boat

  • We’ll continue to the pier, where we’ll board a traditional longtail boat to begin exploring the bay.

 

Kayaking Through Caves and Mangroves

  • We’ll explore mangrove areas and hidden caves surrounded by nature, one of the most authentic ways to discover this natural environment.

 

James Bond Island

  • We’ll visit the famous island that became world-renowned after appearing in the James Bond film The Man with the Golden Gun.

 

Koh Panyee – Floating Village

  • We’ll arrive at the famous floating village built over the sea by Muslim fishermen. Here, we’ll enjoy a Thai lunch and have time to explore the village.

 

Monkey Cave Temple

  • On the way back, we’ll visit the famous cave temple where numerous monkeys live.

 

Return to Khao Lak

  • After a full day of exploration, we’ll begin the journey back to your accommodation.
  • Approximate arrival time: 16:00–16:30.

 

Important Information

  • Pick-up: Pick-up is provided directly from your accommodation in the morning for your convenience. The exact time will be confirmed one day before the tour.

  • Guided kayaking: Kayaking is conducted with experienced guides to ensure a safe and relaxing experience while you enjoy the scenery.

  • Allergies and special requirements: Your well-being is our priority. Please inform us of any food allergies or special requirements when making your booking.

  • Itinerary notice: Your safety is our priority. The route, island stops or order of the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice depending on weather and sea conditions, including waves and tides.

  • Restrictions: Pregnant women, children under 4 years old and people with medical conditions and/or back problems cannot join this tour.

Tour included

 

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Kayaking
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide 🇹🇭🇬🇧
  • Government entrance fees
  • Accident insurance

 

Not Included

  • Personal expenses

What to bring
  • Swimwear and towel
  • Sunglasses
  • A cap or hat
  • Insect repellent
  • Cash for personal expenses
  • Waterproof phone pouch
  • A photo of your passport on your phone

Important information

Booking notice: To secure your place, we recommend booking as far in advance as possible, especially during high season. Many of our tours have limited capacity and fill up quickly, so we cannot guarantee availability for bookings made only 1 or 2 days in advance.

Itinerary notice: To ensure your safety and the best possible experience, the order of the stops or the route may change without prior notice due to traffic, weather conditions or other external factors.

Restrictions: Pregnant women, children under 4 years old and people with medical and/or back problems cannot join the tour.

Special requirements: Please inform us of any allergies or special requirements when making your booking so that we can make the necessary arrangements.

Accident insurance: To ensure the validity of the accident insurance, you must provide the full name, gender and passport number of all participants. Failure to provide this information may result in the cancellation of your booking. During high season, we recommend securing your place in advance.

Pick-ups: For group tours, our vehicle will pick up participants in sequence, so we kindly ask you to wait patiently at the entrance of your hotel. If you feel the wait is excessive, please contact the operator directly. If your accommodation is inaccessible to the vehicle, pick-up will take place at a nearby alternative meeting point agreed in advance.

Cancellation policy: You will find a brief description of our cancellation policy in the booking form. Please read it before booking. You can also view the full policy in the Terms and Conditions.

Questions or enquiries: Please contact us directly via WhatsApp and we will answer any questions as soon as possible.

FAQs

Where is James Bond Island located?

James Bond Island is located in Phang Nga Bay in southern Thailand, between Phuket and Krabi. It is part of Ao Phang Nga National Park.

 

Why is it called James Bond Island?

The island became famous after appearing in the 1974 James Bond film The Man with the Golden Gun. Since then, it has become one of the region’s most visited attractions.

 

What is included in the Phang Nga Bay tour from Khao Lak?

The tour includes transport from your accommodation, a traditional boat trip around the bay, a visit to James Bond Island, canoeing through caves, lunch at the floating village of Koh Panyee and a visit to Monkey Cave Temple.

 

How long does the James Bond Island tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 8–9 hours, including transfers from accommodation in Khao Lak.

 

Is this tour suitable for families?

Yes, it is a relaxed excursion suitable for families and travellers of all ages.

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Laura Gimenez
34 reviews · Spain
★★★★★
6 months ago

The boat trip between the limestone cliffs was incredible, and we absolutely loved the floating village of Koh Panyee.

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Dani Torres
6 reviews · Spain
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5 months ago

Travelling across the bay to James Bond Island was an incredible experience.

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María Sanchez
18 reviews · Spain
★★★★★
11 months ago

Canoeing through the caves and mangroves was our favourite part, and lunch at Koh Panyee was very good.

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If you’re staying in Khao Lak, this tour is the perfect addition to your trip, allowing you to explore the Andaman Sea alongside other excursions to the Similan, Phang Nga Bay or Surin Islands. Many travellers combine this experience with stays in Phuket or Krabi to discover even more of Thailand’s iconic islands. You can also include this tour in a wider tailor-made trip through southern Thailand or as part of an itinerary combining nature, beaches and culture.