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James Bond Island Tour from Krabi by Longtail Boat

About this experience
Embark on a journey to James Bond Island by a large longtail boat. Experience sightseeing and canoeing on an 8-hour guided tour of the stunning limestone karst rocks. Follow in the footsteps of Roger Moore, visit Wat Suwan Kuha Temple and Panyee floating village in Phang Nga Bay, and more.
What to expect
Stop 1 · 30min
Following a pick-up service from your hotel in Krabi, transfer to Phang Nga Bay by air-conditioned minivan to discover the famous filming locations of “The Man With the Golden Gun” in Phang Nga Bay.
Stop 2 · 1h
Phang Nga Bay found its way onto the tourist map through its starring role in the James Bond movie starring Roger Moore as 007, and is distinctive for its sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the crystal emerald-green water.
Stop 3 · 15min
Depart by longtail boat from Surakul Pier in Phang Nga province.
Stop 4 · 1h
Cruise from Surakul Pier by longtail boat to James Bond Island where you will discover the famous Khao Phing Kan, a very high leaning rock with tiny caves. Here you can find stalls selling souvenirs mostly made from beautiful shells and wood. Walk around the James Bond Island and take a photo of Koh Tapu (also known as Nail Island or Spike Island). The limestone rock is around 20 meters tall with a diameter ranging from about 4 meters at the bottom and up to 8 meters at the top (hence the name of nail island).
Stop 5 · 40min
Continue to Thalu Island, where you can take a guided kayak tour along the mangrove river and the giant stalactites caves & limestone cliffs.
Stop 6 · 1h
Panyee floating village is where you will stop for lunch.
Stop 7 · 1h
The natural island of Panyee is a towering vertical mass of limestone. Nearly all of the village sits atop a huge network of stilts that clings to the edge of the island’s coastline and stretches out over the sea in a maze of raised platforms and walkways.
Stop 8 · 30min
Return back to Surakul Pier and make a short visit of Wat Suwan Kuha Temple, also known as “Monkey Cave”.
Stop 9 · 30min
Continue to Raman Waterfalls, a place with an abundance of flora and fauna such as monkeys, deers, squirrels and birds. Note that accessibility may vary depending on water levels and schedule.
Stop 10 · 30min
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What’s included
- Lunch package
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Basic accident insurance
- Kayak equipment (only if kayak option has been booked)
- Life jacket
- National Park entrance fee
- Hotel round trip transfer
- Drinking water and fruit
Not included
- Gratuities
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Sightseeing without Kayaking
Sightseeing Tour: Visit James Bond Island by traditional longtail boat and do sightseeing at Thalu Island with limestone caves, stalactites and mangrove forest. Enjoy lunch at Koh Panyee, a village built on stilts. Pickup included
Sightseeing with Kayaking
Visit James Bond Island by longtail boat and explore Tam Lod Cave at Thalu Island by kayak with your personal guide. See impressing limestone caves, stalactites and mangrove forest at your own pace. Pickup included
Meeting & pickup
- Meet at Trip Store Krabi office at 08:00.
End point
- Meet at Trip Store Krabi office at 08:00.
• Let us know your room number after you have checked in at the hotel. • Show the ticket voucher on your mobile phone to the staff of Rung Siam Andaman. • Bring a towel, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, flip flops and a camera. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There is a minimum of 6 people required to run this activity! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel this trip, we will inform you in advance and offer a different travel date, an alternative activity or provide a full refund.
- Note that accessibility to Raman Waterfall may vary depending on water levels and schedule.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
