From Koh Phi Phi: Private Long-Tail Boat Tour to Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon with Snorkeling

Cruise from Koh Phi Phi to Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon on a private decorated long-tail boat on a 4, 5 or 6-hour route.

Getting started

Meet your licensed Thai captain at Tonsai Pier, in front of McDonald's, 15 minutes before departure. After a quick check of your booking, step onto your private decorated long-tail boat reserved for your group only. Once everyone is on board, you leave Koh Phi Phi and begin the route toward Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon, with timings based on the option you selected.

What to expect

Private decorated long-tail boat cruise

Your experience centers on a traditional long-tail boat that has been upgraded with comfort touches and is reserved just for your group. Across 4, 5 or 6 hours, your captain navigates between Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon and, on the longest route, Bamboo Island, with time to swim and snorkel along the way.

Features

• Settle onto cushions spread over a rug on the deck, with fresh flowers decorating the boat so you can relax between stops while you travel between Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon and, on the 6-hour option, Bamboo Island.
• A paddle board is available on board so you can move at your own pace in calm spots like Pileh Lagoon or near Table Coral while the boat is at anchor.
• Use the speaker to play your own music and keep drinks cool in the ice box, with wine glasses provided if you bring your own beverages other than water.
• Drinking water is provided for the full trip so you can stay refreshed in the tropical heat without needing to purchase bottles on board.
• Fresh fruit is served during the cruise, giving you a light snack between swims and snorkel sessions.
• Snorkeling masks let you explore sites such as Table Coral, while life jackets are available for all guests who prefer extra buoyancy in deeper water.
• Travel accident insurance is included for every participant for the duration of your time on the boat and in the water.

Maya Bay

Maya Bay is one of the headline stops on the route, reached directly from Koh Phi Phi by long-tail boat. Departure can be scheduled as early as 6:00 am, which lets you arrive before larger groups later in the morning.

Features

• Your private decorated long-tail boat pulls into Maya Bay as part of the 4-hour or 5-hour route, or during the 6-hour option that also includes Bamboo Island.
• Time here is planned so you can experience the bay before it gets busy if you choose the 6:00 am departure, taking advantage of the early start from Tonsai Pier.
• The licensed Thai captain manages timing and navigation at Maya Bay, allowing you to focus on swimming, quick photos, or simply resting on deck between movements.

Pileh Lagoon and Table Coral

Pileh Lagoon is a sheltered area on the route where the water is calm enough for relaxed swimming and paddle boarding. Nearby, Table Coral is highlighted as a snorkeling location known for its coral formations.

Features

• The captain positions the long-tail boat inside Pileh Lagoon so you can use the paddle board or step straight down the ladder with your life jacket.
• At Table Coral, the included snorkeling masks help you see the coral below the surface, while those less confident in the water can stay close to the boat with life jackets on.
• The speaker, ice box and wine glasses stay accessible while anchored in Pileh Lagoon or near Table Coral, so non-water activities on board can continue at your pace.

Bamboo Island (6-hour option)

Bamboo Island is included on the longest 6-hour route, extending your cruise beyond Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon. This extra time on the water gives more flexibility for swimming, snorkeling or simply being on the boat.

Features

• On the 6-hour private long-tail cruise, your licensed Thai captain includes Bamboo Island in the route along with Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon.
• The same inclusions apply on this extended route, with snorkeling masks, life jackets, drinking water, fresh fruit, paddle board, speaker, ice box and wine glasses available throughout.
• Travel accident insurance continues to cover you for the full 6-hour duration, including the additional sailing time to and from Bamboo Island.

Thai lunch (5 and 6-hour options)

On the 5-hour and 6-hour variants, a Thai lunch is included as part of your time on the water. This turns the trip into a longer outing without needing to plan food separately.

Features

• If you book the 5-Hour Private Long-Tail Cruise with Lunch, Maya Bay and Pileh, Thai lunch is served during your route so you do not need to organize a separate meal stop.
• On the 6-Hour Private Long-Tail Cruise with Lunch, Maya Bay and Bamboo Island, Thai lunch is also included, fitting around swimming and snorkeling so you can eat without cutting into water time.
• Drinking water and fresh fruit remain available alongside lunch, while any additional drinks beyond water are at your own expense.

Wrapping up

At the end of your chosen 4, 5 or 6-hour route, your captain returns you to Tonsai Pier on Koh Phi Phi, where you step off the private decorated long-tail boat and continue your day on the island.