James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay Tour from Phuket
Hotel pickup offered
Overview
James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay Tour from Phuket. This is the tour program that will bring all participants to the true nature and the island within Phang Nga Bay. The interesting place is the Tapu island (JAMES BOND ISLAND), Panyee Island, Khao Khien, Khao Maju, Talu Island, and Suwannakhuha Temple. This Tapu island is a very famous tourist spot in Phang Nga. Its beauty brought Hollywood to film their James Bond movie. The Man with the Golden Gun episode here. That is why it got the nickname “James Bond Island”, where draws on several tours.
- Admire stunningly beautiful rocky cliffs rising out of the sea in Phang Nga Bay, the world-famous “James Bond Island”.
- Canoeing on the shimmering waters through limestone caves and mangrove forests.
- Explore the giant stalactites, caves, and limestone cliffs rising out of blue water at Thalu Island.
- Sightseeing the wonderful limestone karst towers Khao Phing Kan.
- Visit and have lunch at Koh Panyee.
- Visit Suwan Khuha Temple.
Package options
What’s Included
- Hotel transfer from Patong, Kata, Karon, Tritang.
- Lunch and seasonal fruits.
- Drinking water.
- Life jacket.
- Professional guide-English/Thai.
- Accident Insurance.
- National Park fee is 300 THB per adult and 150 THB per child.
Meeting Point
- You can also get picked up from anywhere in Phuket.
- If you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after we have moved from your hotel, you may be considered a no-shows.
- Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time.
- The exact pick-up time will be confirmed by email after you have made the booking.
- An extra charge will be applied for transfer in some Phuket areas. (To be advised).
Itinerary
5 stops
- Stop 1
Wat Suwan Khuha
This original temple is home to an impressive fifteen-meter-long golden reclining Buddha and several other standing Buddha images.
- Stop 2
Phang Nga Bay
Phang Nga Bay captivates with emerald waters, dramatic limestone cliffs, and hidden lagoons. Its breathtaking scenery offers visitors a serene escape, blending natural wonder with iconic landmarks that define Thailand’s coastal beauty.
- Stop 3
Koh Pan Yee
Koh Panyee is a unique floating village in Phang Nga Bay, built entirely on stilts over the water. Visitors can stroll through wooden walkways, see colorful houses, and enjoy the vibrant cultural atmosphere while experiencing authentic local life.
- Stop 4
James Bond Island
James Bond Island, or Koh Tapu, is the highlight of Phang Nga Bay. Its gravity-defying limestone pinnacle, emerald waters, and surrounding cliffs make it a world-famous destination, celebrated for its cinematic fame and spectacular natural beauty.
- Stop 5
Khao Phing Kan
Khao Phing Kan, often called the “Leaning Rock,” is a striking limestone island in Phang Nga Bay. Its dramatic cliffs and unusual tilted formation, paired with emerald waters, make it one of the bay’s most fascinating and photogenic landmarks.
- Finish
You'll return to the starting point
What To Expect
This is the tour program that will bring all participants to the true nature and the island within Phang Nga Bay. The interesting place is the Tapu island (JAMES BOND ISLAND) and Panyee island. The Tapu island or “James Bond Island” is the giant standing rock sitting in the middle of the sea in the area of the front bay near the Pingkan mountain. Looking from a far, this rock looks like a giant nail, nailing deep into the seawater. This Tapu island is a very famous tourist spot in Phang Nga. Its beauty brought Hollywood to film their James Bond movie. The Man with the Golden Gun episode here. That is why it got the nickname “James Bond Island”, where draws on several tours. Another tourist spot here is the Panyee island or floating village.
On this island has many houses laying in the sea where has a small land area is used for building the mosque and graveyards. The islanders are mostly Muslim and build their villages here. The frontal area is the Limestone cliff above the sea. The villagers are fishermen who also sell souvenirs and open many restaurants on this island.
This is one of the most famous tourist spots in the world that many tourists come to visit. In addition to the Tapu island and the Panyee island, there are many interesting spots for tourists in Phang Nga Bay such as Maju mountain, grotto, Panag island, Hong island, and Pingkan island. However, the cruise along the Tapu island has been enforcing some restrictions from the official government. They prohibit the tourists to look too closely at the island because the sunk part of this island is very old where eroded for ages. This eroding rock may cause accidents at any point in time.
Additional Information
- Guests who are pregnant are not allowed to join the tour.
- Guests who have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are not recommended to join the tour.
- The itinerary is subject to change. Times shown are approximate and may vary. Remaining time is allocated based on travel durations between pickup and drop-off points, as well as transit times between activities.
- On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Notification Confirmation
- You will receive a confirmation email and voucher instantly after booking completed.
- In the case that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email.
- You can present either a printing or a mobile voucher for this activity.
- Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
- Scheduling can change due to weather conditions without prior notice. You will be notified in advance.
- Due to bad weather the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund.
