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Phuket: Phi Phi, Maya Bay and Khai Island Speedboat Tour with Lunch
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Tours • From Phuket

Phuket: Phi Phi, Maya Bay and Khai Island Speedboat Tour with Lunch

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(4.8K) • 100K+ booked
฿ 1,092
Save ฿ 468
Phi Phi Island, Maya Island and Bamboo Island Speedboat Day Tour
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Phi Phi Island, Maya Island and Bamboo Island Speedboat Day Tour

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Hotel pick-up
Small group
4.7 / 5
(13.2K) • 700K+ booked
฿ 1,153
Save ฿ 288
James Bond, Phang Nga Bay and Hong Island Tour from Phuket
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James Bond, Phang Nga Bay and Hong Island Tour from Phuket

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Hotel pick-up
English guided
4.6 / 5
(8.2K) • 100K+ booked
฿ 1,671
Save ฿ 186
Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour
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Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour

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Hotel pick-up
English guided
4.4 / 5
(805) • 20K+ booked
฿ 600
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Phuket: Phi Phi, Maya & Khai Islands Tour by Premium Speed Catamaran
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Phuket: Phi Phi, Maya & Khai Islands Tour by Premium Speed Catamaran

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Hotel pick-up
English guided
4.6 / 5
(1.3K) • 40K+ booked
฿ 1,674
Save ฿ 295
Phuket Maya Bay & Phi Phi Islands Full-Day Tour with Catamaran
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Tours • Phang Nga Province

Phuket Maya Bay & Phi Phi Islands Full-Day Tour with Catamaran

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(77) • 2K+ booked
฿ 2,057
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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands Full Day Trip
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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands Full Day Trip

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Hotel pick-up
English guided
4.5 / 5
(741) • 30K+ booked
฿ 1,600
Save ฿ 400
Phuket Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island Full-Day Boat Tour with Sea Canoeing
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Tours • Phang Nga Province

Phuket Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island Full-Day Boat Tour with Sea Canoeing

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English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(97) • 600+ booked
฿ 2,143
Save ฿ 536
Phuket James Bond & Hong Islands Full-Day Catamaran Tour
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Tours • Phuket

Phuket James Bond & Hong Islands Full-Day Catamaran Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(25) • 500+ booked
฿ 1,829
Save ฿ 457
Phuket: Phi Phi islands Tour By Speed Catamaran 2 Storeys
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Tours • Phi Phi Islands

Phuket: Phi Phi islands Tour By Speed Catamaran 2 Storeys

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Free cancellation
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4.6 / 5
(122) • 6K+ booked
฿ 2,150
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Phuket: Phang Nga Bay, James Bond, Sea Canoe Day Trip
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Phuket: Phang Nga Bay, James Bond, Sea Canoe Day Trip

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Hotel pick-up
English guided
4.8 / 5
(328) • 7K+ booked
฿ 1,875
Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Speedboat With Snorkeling (Half or Full Day)
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Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Speedboat With Snorkeling (Half or Full Day)

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(287) • 8K+ booked
฿ 875

Hotels in Ko Yao

Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa - Compulsory Join Santhiya Speedboat from / to Ao Po Grand Marina at Phuket
From
฿ 6,615.1
Paradise KohYao
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

Paradise KohYao

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4.4 / 5
(296)
From
฿ 7,114.6
TreeHouse Villas Koh Yao - Adults Only
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

TreeHouse Villas Koh Yao - Adults Only

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4.8 / 5
(148)
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฿ 30,296.3
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas

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4.6 / 5
(125)
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฿ 16,044.9
Blue Bay Resort
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

Blue Bay Resort

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4.6 / 5
(192)
From
฿ 2,157.0
Royal Yao Yai Island Beach Resort
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

Royal Yao Yai Island Beach Resort

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4.2 / 5
(78)
From
฿ 2,073.9
Purana Resort Koh Yao Noi
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

Purana Resort Koh Yao Noi

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4.9 / 5
(61)
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฿ 5,621.1
9 Hornbills Tented Camp
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

9 Hornbills Tented Camp

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4.6 / 5
(38)
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฿ 18,373.3
Cape Kudu Hotel
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

Cape Kudu Hotel

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4.7 / 5
(242)
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฿ 11,516.2
Thiw Son Beach Resort
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

Thiw Son Beach Resort

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4.4 / 5
(193)
From
฿ 895.5
Elixir Koh Yao Yai
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

Elixir Koh Yao Yai

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4.5 / 5
(258)
From
฿ 2,634.4
Koyao Island Resort
Hotels • Phang Nga Province

Koyao Island Resort

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4.7 / 5
(152)
From
฿ 17,871.9

Reviews of Ko Yao activities

Пользователь Klook
2026-10-31 14:07:16
Fantastic 5.0
Everything was absolutely amazing! Our guide exceeded all expectations with his great sense of humour, engaging personality, and impressive knowledge. You could genuinely feel how much he cared about everyone’s safety and comfort throughout the trip. The overall atmosphere, the experience, and the energy were simply fantastic. Everything was perfectly organised, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommended!
Klook User
2026-10-23 06:29:45
Fantastic 5.0
the entire experience was fantastic and a great day out. the islands were beautiful, the scenery was amazing, and the snorkelling was so much fun. our guide sandy was awesome and very funny. I encourage others to enjoy this tour.
Liliu ****
2026-10-26 11:00:47
Fantastic 5.0
We had such an amazing time on our island tour in Phuket! Everything was great from start to finish, and it was honestly one of the highlights of our trip. A special shoutout to our tour guide, Bobby, who made the whole experience even better! He was so funny, friendly and attentive, always making sure everyone was having a good time and felt comfortable. He brought such a good vibe to the tour and made the day even more enjoyable. You can really tell he cares about the people on his tour and wants everyone to have the best experience possible. Also, a big thank you to all the staff and crew who helped make everything run smoothly. Everyone was so welcoming and helpful, and we really appreciated all their effort. Overall, we had an incredible experience and would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Phuket! If you get Bobby as your guide, you’re in for a great time. Thank you to Bobby and the whole team for making our day so memorable! ❤️
Klook User
2026-09-15 06:16:41
Fantastic 5.0
this trip was completely amazing! the staff were super nice and friendly even the group of people were so respectful and nice. whenever, I want to book a trip I will always choose them as I believe it’s better than booking a tour from patong because the majority of tourists from patong are so carless not organized and disrespectful.
Rushabh *****
2026-08-09 00:22:56
Fantastic 5.0
It was very well organised activity. Our guides Peter n Michael were very good n helpful. Special shout out to Captain for getting us back safely through the high seas. Will definitely recommend others and also will like to come again
Klook User
2026-10-08 11:43:30
Fantastic 5.0
Sawanu travel was the local operator and it was amazing. Everybody was really really mindful and thoughtful and the quality of the entire trip was really commendable. will recommend this to everyone!! they have something for everyone - couples, solo, family
QingChi ***
2026-11-01 11:12:11
Fantastic 5.0
Had a fantastic experience on the Phi Phi Islands tour! The scenery was absolutely breathtaking, with crystal-clear turquoise waters, beautiful beaches and stunning limestone cliffs. Every stop was picturesque and made for amazing photos. The tour was well organised, and the hotel pick-up and drop-off service made everything so convenient and hassle-free. The crew was friendly and helpful throughout the trip, ensuring everyone had an enjoyable experience. Definitely one of the highlights of my Phuket holiday! Highly recommended for anyone visiting Phuket. Would love to visit these beautiful islands again!
Klook用戶
2026-08-22 07:22:11
Fantastic 5.0
our tour guide Nana is amazing. have a lot of fun here and sure will recommend to my friends and family.
奥村 ***
2026-05-13 05:44:12
Fantastic 5.0
We were blessed with great weather, and it was a truly wonderful experience. Our guide, Milkyway, was especially kind, gentle, and an excellent guide. I was also relieved that the other guides, crew, and captain were all very pleasant. Seastar also offers tours to places like the Similan Islands and Surin Island, so I'd love to join another one when I visit Phuket next time.

Ko Yao at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Ko Yao?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

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Busiest 181
Jan
124
Feb
133
Mar
131
Apr
102
May
70
Jun
70
Jul
Quietest 23
Aug
135
Sep
88
Oct
84
Nov
33
Dec

Demand for Ko Yao from travellers from the United States peaks in January, roughly 81% above a typical month, while August is much quieter—about 77% below a typical month—so book early for January and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Ko Yao cheapest?

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Activities in Ko Yao are typically around USD 31; August is the cheapest month at typically around USD 19, roughly 72% below November's typical high, so visiting in August often brings lower prices as well as lighter demand. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

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2 daysEarly

Most travellers from the United States book about 1 day ahead on average, with last-minute bookings around 1 day and early planners around 2 days; that short lead time means during peak January demand you should still try to secure bookings early. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Ko Yao

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1THB = 1.00THB

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Ko Yao

What to do in Ko Yao

Ko Yao is best known for Tours and Water activities, with tours accounting for the largest share of bookings and water-based experiences also popular. The island’s visitor rhythm peaks in January and quiets dramatically in August and December, so expect a very different vibe depending on when you go. Klook booking data shows travelers book mainly guided tours that explore local islands and scenic spots, while water activities appear as a smaller but notable category. Decide whether you want peak-season atmosphere or a quieter escape — Klook booking data helps you pick the right month.

When to visit Ko Yao

January is the busiest month, with demand peaking, while August and December are the quietest months on Klook. Prices are generally low through late summer — the cheapest month is August — then climb later in the year, with November showing the highest typical price. Where demand and price align, January brings both crowds and value for peak-season atmosphere; for lower prices and smaller crowds, plan for August or the surrounding quieter months. For lower prices and fewer crowds choose late summer; for peak energy visit in January.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Peak demand USD 23
February Busier than usual USD 31
March Busier than usual USD 30
April Busier than usual USD 22
May About average USD 24
June Quieter than usual USD 23
July Quieter than usual USD 27
August Very quiet USD 19
September Busier than usual USD 21
October About average USD 21
November Quieter than usual USD 68
December Very quiet USD 64

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers from the United States

Most people from the United States book at short notice — experiences are typically booked around 1 day ahead, while the earliest planners book about 2 days out. That means you can be flexible and still find options, but in peak months such as January it's wise to secure popular tours sooner rather than later. Use Klook to compare tour types and lock in spots when you see the timing and price you want. Booking on Klook is straightforward and lets you plan with confidence so you can focus on enjoying Ko Yao.

FAQs about Ko Yao

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