4-Island Sunset Snorkeling Tour & Bioluminescent Swim

Highlights

• Snorkel and relax at four Krabi islands on board a charming wooden Siamese junk boat.
• Enjoy an unhurried schedule with time to swim, paddleboard and kayak at each stop.
• Sail on a cozy, traditional style vessel that feels more like a small floating lounge than a speedboat.
• Eat a Thai buffet dinner while the sun sets behind the islands and cliffs around Krabi.
• End the evening with a short swim among bioluminescent plankton that glow as you move in the water.
• Benefit from friendly, attentive crew and guides who help beginners and experienced snorkelers alike.

Tour Overview

This 4-Island Sunset Snorkeling Tour & Bioluminescent Swim is designed as a relaxed but full afternoon and evening on the water. You meet the crew in Ao Nang or Railay, then transfer by small boat to the larger Siamese junk, where welcome drinks and a short safety talk set the tone for the trip.

The boat then cruises out towards the nearby islands, usually including Yawasam, Chicken Island, Poda Island and Phra Nang area, with plenty of time for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and stand up paddleboarding. Because the junk boat is stable and spacious, you can choose between active water time and simply resting on deck cushions while watching the coastline drift by.

As the afternoon light softens, the crew serves a Thai buffet dinner on board while you watch the sunset. After dark, the boat moves to a calm spot where you can carefully enter the sea for a short swim with bioluminescent plankton, which light up in soft blue sparks around your hands and feet, before you return to Railay or Ao Nang.

Typical Itinerary

1. Meet at Ao Nang or Railay - Start at the designated meeting point in Ao Nang or Railay, where staff greet you and help you board a short water transfer to the main junk boat.
2. Welcome aboard the Siamese junk - Step onto the wooden junk, meet your guides and crew, listen to a simple safety briefing and enjoy welcome refreshments.
3. First island stop at Yawasam - Cruise to Yawasam Island for guided snorkeling, swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding in calm water with good marine life.
4. Island time around Chicken Island - Continue to Chicken Island for more snorkeling, stand up paddleboarding, kayaking and relaxed time on deck with a cocktail available from the bar if you like.
5. Sunset at Poda Island area - Move towards Poda Island for a mix of swimming, snorkeling and sailing, then watch the sky change color as the sun sets while you enjoy dinner.
6. Short stop near Phra Nang Beach - Visit the Phra Nang area for a brief guided swim or snorkel and views of the cave and cliffs from the water.
7. Bioluminescent plankton swim - Once it is dark enough, stop at a calm spot and take a short night swim to see bioluminescent plankton glowing with each movement.
8. Return journey and drop off - Sail back towards Railay and Ao Nang, then transfer by small boat to shore and walk to the meeting point where the trip ends.

Exact islands, order of stops and time spent at each location can change with tides, sea conditions and daylight hours. Your captain will adjust the schedule to keep conditions safe and relaxed.

What's Included

• Free flowing water, juice, soft drinks, coffee, tea, snacks and fruit on board.
• Thai buffet dinner with vegetarian and vegan options available.
• Premium snorkeling equipment, including masks, snorkels and fins in adult and child sizes.
• Prescription snorkel masks for guests who need vision support in the water.
• Use of stand up paddleboards and a 2 person kayak during the tour.
• Life jackets in various sizes and a basic first aid kit on board.
• Spacious boat with cushioned seating on deck and roof, shady and sunny areas to choose from.
• Freshwater bucket shower, Western style bathroom and waterproof storage bags for valuables.
• Professional, friendly guides and crew, plus a music system for light background music.
• Pickup from meeting points in Ao Nang and Railay, national park fees, taxes and standard insurance.

Not Included

• Cocktails, beer, wine and spirits, which can be purchased separately from the onboard bar.
• Direct hotel pickup and drop off unless arranged in addition to the standard meeting points.
• Personal items such as towels, swimwear and reef safe sunscreen.
• Photographs or videos taken by crew, if offered as an extra service.

Accessibility & Practical Info

• You should be comfortable stepping into a small transfer boat and climbing a simple ladder or steps to board the junk.
• Bring swimwear, a towel and any extra clothes you want for the cooler evening part of the cruise.
• This tour is not ideal for guests with very limited mobility or who are unable to manage short boat transfers.
• Bioluminescent plankton are a natural phenomenon and brightness can vary by moon phase and water conditions, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
• Meeting times and points in Ao Nang and Railay are fixed; please arrive a little early as the boat cannot wait indefinitely.
• The tour can run in light rain, but strong wind or storms may lead to changes or rescheduling for safety.