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- During high season (November - April) and on National Thai Holidays, we advise that you book your trip as early as possible as seats sell out fast.
- Due to bad weather or sea conditions the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund.
- You can cancel your booking up to 24 hours prior to your scheduled departure date and receive a refund in the amount of the activity costs minus payment fees (if no other custom cancellation policy is stated under 'Important to Know'). Read our Terms & Conditions.
Hong Islands Longtail Boat Tour with Kayak Paddling
Kayak around the getaway island of Krabi
Highlights
- Paddle by kayak around Hong Island on turquoise waters
- Explore the hidden mangrove forest in Hong Lagoon
- Beach time at Koh Hong with incredible rock formations
- Climb up to the viewpoint with a 360° panoramic view
- Snorkel at the rocky island of Koh Daeng
What can you expect
Start the day trip with a hotel pickup service in Krabi in the morning. Undergo a short health check-up by the crew of Krabi Sunset Tours at Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang. Hop aboard the traditional longtail boat with your fellow explorers and head over to the Hong Island group. Make a short stopover at Koh Daeng (Red Island) for open sea snorkeling with very clear water and a coral reef underneath.
Once arrived at the main island, named Koh Hong, start paddling on a sit-on-top kayak with 2 seats around Hong Island and explore the hidden mangrove forest in Hong Lagoon. Here you can swim in the cool turquoise waters and spot a wide array of colorful fish and other marine animals. Enjoy a yummy, fresh made Thai style boxed picnic lunch directly at the beach.
Then spend a leisurely day exploring the secrets of the island, from mangrove trees to wild birds, giant lizards, incredible rock formations, and beaches. Relax at the turquoise beach and soak up the scenery - feeling the heat? The highlight is the recently opened scenic viewpoint with a 360° panorama of the most amazing limestone islands the Andaman Sea has to offer.
At approximately 15:00 get brought back to the pier and to your hotel with lasting memories from this unspoiled paradise.
Itinerary
- 08:00 - 08:45: Hotel pickup in Krabi
- 08:45 - 09:00: Meet the boat crew at Nopparat Thara Pier
- 09:00 - 09:30: Cruise by longtail boat to Hong Island
- 09:30 - 10:30: Stop at Koh Daeng for open water snorkeling
- 10:30 - 11:00: Continue to Hong Island
- 11:00 - 12:30: Start paddling on a sit-on-top kayak around the main island
- 12:30 - 13:00: Enjoy a Thai style boxed picnic lunch right at the beach
- 13:00 - 13:30: Cruise into Hong Lagoon for taking photos
- 13:30 - 14:00: Visit the stunning viewpoint with a 360° panoramic view
- 14:00 - 15:00: Free time for sunbathing and exploring Hong Island
- 15:00 - 16:00: Head back to the pier and transfer back to the hotel
- * The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions
Inclusions
- Hotel round-trip transfer
- Drinking water and seasonal fruits
- Thai style boxed picnic lunch
- Kayaking equipment
- Snorkeling equipment
- Life jacket
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Basic accident insurance
Important
- Bring a towel, waterproof bag, swimwear, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, flip flops and a camera.
- During certain seasons, jellyfish may be present in the Andaman Sea, and contact can cause skin irritation or discomfort. To minimize the risk, we recommend wearing protective clothing such as watershoes and long swimwear when swimming.
- Ensuring your safety is our top priority. To that end, we strongly recommend wearing a life jacket throughout the entire boat ride to the islands and while snorkeling.
- Longtail boats navigate close to the shoreline, allowing passengers a convenient and effortless transition to the beach.
- While flip-flops are convenient, water shoes offer better protection against sharp objects like shells or rocks on the sand, and provide improved traction on wet surfaces.
- Shorts are ideal as they dry quickly and allow for greater freedom of movement, especially if the water level reaches above your knees when getting on or off the boat.
- This tour is not recommended for pregnant women, infants under 2 years or people with back or neck problems.