This was the most incredible experience i’ve had in Thailand and beyond. We got picked up from our hotel right on time and enjoyed a smooth, air conditioned journey to the pier. Once on the boat, everything was perfect - from the super friendly and funny guides to the wonderful plentiful food (they also take all food allergies very seriously). Each of the canoe trips that we took brought something new. We saw stunning natural lagoons, the most breathtaking wildlife, the famous james bond island, and finally the bioluminescent plankton. When they say it’s a spiritual experience, they aren’t joking! We were guided by Wilson, whose years of experience shone through in his stories and his knowledge of the nature around us. Wilson was absolutely phenomenal, and such a delight. We were so grateful to have pulled his name out of the hat. Overall I cannot sing the praises for this company, this experience, and the guides on board our boat enough. Thank you for the most amazing experience!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Basic accident insurance
- Full board meal plan with lunch, snacks, fruits, bottled water and herbal tea
- Professional and experienced English speaking guide
- National Park entrance fee
- Hotel round-trip transfer on the entire Phuket island & Khao Lak
- CPR and first aid trained crew
- Sea kayaks and equipment including a dry bag and life jackets
Excludes
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
On this late-riser trip operated by Twilight Sea Canoe you will be picked up by air-conditioned minivan from the entire Phuket Island. Don’t eat a lot of breakfast, as you will be served a yummie meal onboard the comfortable big boat after leaving from Ao Po Pier. During the boat ride the lead guides will give you a detailed briefing about the nature and geological site of Phang Nga Bay. Learn the basic do’s and don’ts of how to securely enter the caves and hongs.
Meet at Twilight Sea Canoe office at Ao Por Pier in the north-east of Phuket at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
Start the kayaking session with your well-educated and experienced guide through limestone caves and lagoons in the dramatic setting at Panak Island. The kayaks are specially designed for your trip, and you can feel absolutely safe.
Your professional guide paddles you and your partner through 'Tidal Nape' sea caves inside Phang Nga Bay’s marine limestone karstic islands into 'hongs' (Thai for room). The hidden cliff-lined lagoons are populated with macaques, water monitors, kingfishers, mud-skippers, egrets, sea eagles and brahminy kites. Return to the escort boat and move on to James Bond Island.
Explore the legendary and iconic James Bond Island famous from the movie 'The Man with the Golden Gun' when most other tour boat has already departed. Watch the famous rock pinnacle 'Koh Tapu' (translated as Nail Island) and Khao Phing Kan consisting of two forest-covered islands with steep shores.
On the way to the next stop, enjoy a tasty and healthy buffet lunch on board the double-decker tour boat taking into account your dietary preferences. Complete this adventurous day with spotting fireflies and dinoflagellates (bio-luminescent plankton) which is a highly 'spiritual experience'.
Cruise back to Ao Por Pier where the driver will meet you at the end of the pier to bring you back to your hotel.
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Reviews
Went here for my 25th birthday and it was an outstanding experience. All of the staff were extremely friendly and kind, especially my paddler Willson who told us useful information, was funny and an expert on the water. Everyone went out of their way to show us an amazing time and I will carry the memories of this day with me for the rest of my life!
It was a wonderful experience very different to the fast paced Phi Phi Island tours
The pick up was convenient, the staff were wonderful as was the food, similar to a trip I did last year which was a little disappointing but not really their fault but was hoping for a beach with lapping waves breaking on a beach for the bioluminescence
An exceptional experience from start to finish! Everything was flawless, from the pickup, the introduction and communication, the food and our guide. Can’t recommend highly enough. The bio-luminous plankton is breathtaking. This is our 2nd time doing this trip and we would do it again in a heartbeat. An experience that will stay with us for a long time.
A must trip if you are in Phuket. Pick up from hotel was punctual, Ao Pier about an hours drive and then onto the boat. Panama , Hong and James Bond island with kayaking in between with experienced paddler. Lunch and drinks all included and then when dark the fluorescent plankton. Stunning trip
The dramatic caves will stay with me forever, Cannot thank the team enough for the homely level hospitality
This trip deserves all the praise it gets on Tripadviser and other review sites from hotel collection to drop off at the end of the day couldn’t have been any better. The whole trip was so organised, from our host/guide telling us about the itinerary for the day, the staff, food was amazing. Our guide on the canoes for the day Cha was so knowledgeable and made us feel safe! If you want to book one boat trip this is the one! 👏 👏 🙏
This is an unbelievably amazing experience. We were picked up from our hotel in Kata. It took just over an hour to reach the pier. We were met by Y and Nick and brought to the boat. The hospitality was amazing, lunch dinner and afternoon tea and coffee was served. The food was delicious and plentiful. Our kayaking guide was Aygain who was kind patient and knowledgeable. We visited 4 islands. It was so tranquil and breathtakingly beautiful. The day finished with glowing plankton. This should be a must when in Phuket.
The best tour EVER! The experience was out of this world. Pure paradise. Great guides (Song) great hosts. Funny, entertaining and very polite. I can not recommend enough. The food was tasty. The drinks were cold and the sights were amazing. It was such a peaceful place to relax and enjoy.
This was a stand out experience of our trip. From collection in the morning until we were dropped back at our hotel about 9.30pm it was great. Well organised, friendly and knowledgable guides who went the extra mile, not to mention the tasty and plentiful food. Have done similar trips twice before but this was next level due to the twilight element.
My husband and I were picked up at our resort . When we spoke to Rainny our tour desk operator prior to booking we explained that we would require assistance with boarding and getting onto the canoe. She reassured us that we would be helped at all times. The staff were absolutely amazing preempting every unspoken need of ours. The day was just brilliant. I cannot emphasize this enough from the fresh and flavoursome food to the excursions in the canoes and Long boats. I would not hesitate to recommend this tour to anyone
It was great. I’m a vegetarian and they took this into account and provided a delicious range of foods for my meals. They staff were all super friendly and helpful and did there best to make everything as enjoyable as possible.
Awesome relaxing day. Usen our canoe guide was great, the food was delicious and the scenery was amazing!
Mate if you dont this tour you are missing out on an experience. Guides the boat food guides couldn't do it any better....100% the best tour I have ever done
Amazing fun-filled experience with EXCELLENT and friendly staff. Such a great day! Breathtaking views!!
Myself and my daughter planned to visit James Bond Island and were recommended a cruise lasting the day, which involved kayaking and swimming at few stop offs, rather than a speedboat there and back - And I'm glad we did, as it was a very enjoyable way to spend the day. Shout out to all of the guides who paddle for you and chat with you, making it feel more than just a tour. Would highly recommend.
This tour was by far the best experience I have had in Phuket! Incredible and amazing views, the caves were next level, the people were fantastic and everything made for a perfect day! I highly recommend!!!!
Omg where can we start??? It was our 25th wedding anniversary and Kat the lady who we booked with arranged for the canoe company to surprise us on James Bond island with flowers and the crew are so kind thoughtful and Dojim the lad that was our canoe guide was exceptional he made our day so special and the trip along with the good food and drink was superb. All the crew were amazing and didn’t disappoint at all. 100/100 is our score as we recommend this company for your excursions value for money and worth every penny in our opinion anyway… well done to twilight sea canoe crew 👏👏👏👏👏
Hands down THE best trip of our holiday. From start to finish the crew wete fantastic. Explained the day, were helpful, fun and so polite. From swimming to being taken by kayak into the caves to the food, to seeing the luminous plankton. It was magical. And one trip not to be missed.
A really great trip, the best of our 10 day holiday. A full day of amazing sights, insights, learning, safe fun, good food and amazing hosts. Thoroughly recommend this trip.
Very enjoyable and relaxing day out! Definitely recommend.
Had an amazing time yesterday, freedom (our canoe captain) was amazing and a lot of fun. Would definitely recommend and go again.
Attentive and thoughtful crew who thought of everything. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience for our family of 4, including our teens. The sights were stunning and the memories will last a lifetime.
This was an exceptional tour from start to finish. The guides were fantastic. Very knowledgeable and making it all fun for all age groups. This tour was our highlight of our trip and we had a party of 11 and we all agreed. Don't hesitate to book, you won't be disappointed!
Good service and very nice travel time if you plan to have the tour in noon and not so rush in the morning. Provide good quality drinks, tour and food,!
An unforgettable adventure! The Twilight Sea Canoe at Phang-Nga Bay was pure magic from start to finish. From the warm welcome and delicious meals to the breathtaking caves and lagoons, every moment felt special. Our guides, Musa and Cha, were outstanding—knowledgeable, fun, and attentive, making us feel safe while sharing fascinating insights. Highlights included paddling into hidden lagoons, marveling at towering rock formations, and the dazzling bioluminescent show after dark. The mix of exploration, relaxation, and authentic Thai cuisine made this trip the perfect blend of nature and culture. Truly one of the best experiences in Phuket!
Absolutely amazing crew, so accommodating. The places we visited were unbelievable!!! We were blown away by the hidden hollowed out island only accessible by canoe. Thanks team, such a great day.
An excellent day. Everything was so well organised including pick up from the hotel to dropping off after a long, and probably best, day of our trip. The crew were all extremely knowledgable, helpful, friendly and polite. The boss, Alpha was great and special mention to our kayak captain Gary (Freedom) who really looked after us. The boat was very clean and as there were not many on our tour, plenty of room to move around. The food served was very good, and even served tea and cakes. Soft drinks were also available at all times. The islands visited were great and the caves amazing. The highlight had to be seeing the bioluminescent plankton, absolutely unbelievable. I would definitely recommend this trip, and if I return to Phuket would do it again!
This was one of the highlights of my trip to Phuket. Leaving in the afternoon helps you avoid the crowds on the different islands. They give you time to swim and use the kayaks. The bioluminescence at the end of the tour is very cool. The food was okay, nothing great, but it had a few options.
Great experience, our kids had a great time. They very professional. Staffs very polite and friendly Service was great. They so good with the kids. Food was very good. Boat was big and clean and comfortable. Really recommend for family with kids and even elderly. They very concern about safety.
We had a wonderful time on this tour and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Phuket. The boat was large and comfortable, the organization was excellent, and all instructions were clear and easy to follow. The main focus of the experience is the four sea canoe rides, with local guides doing the paddling for you, allowing you to simply relax and enjoy the incredible scenery. The views throughout the tour were absolutely stunning. One thing to be aware of is that some of the cave passages are quite narrow, and you need to lie down while passing through them. I personally enjoyed the experience, but people with claustrophobic tendencies may find some sections uncomfortable. The swimming stop was fun. There isn't much marine life to see, but I brought my own mask and snorkel and still enjoyed spending time in the water. The true highlight of the evening was the bioluminescent plankton. It was pure magic. I kept moving my hands through the water just to watch the tiny lights appear and wanted to savor every second of the experience. Photos simply cannot capture what it looks like, and it is very different from the promotional pictures. The guides take you into a dark cave shortly after sunset to maximize visibility, which works very well. Seeing the same effect in open water would require staying out much later. Despite these small caveats, I absolutely loved the bioluminescent plankton. It was an unforgettable experience and easily the jewel in the crown of this tour!
Would definitely recommend this tour as your last fay of your trip! It was very relaxing and the views are so pretty, especially the sunset.The food was amazing and all the guides are so kind and helpful! Our guide, Jea, is amazing at taking photos and caught us a Bioluminescent Plankton to see up close. At the end of the tour, they provided everyone with our own picture with a really cute picture frame to buy. 10/10
This was an epic trip! As advertised, transportation was easy to menuver. We lucked out with the best guide! The views and sights were amazing. The vegan menu was good, especially for excursions.
We had the most fantastic experience on this trip - the whole thing was amazing. The scenery is beautiful, Alpha and the whole crew were wonderful and the meals fantastic - so fresh and tasty. The energy on the boat was incredible! It was such a memorable day - I would absolutely recommend it.
The experience was amazing! The staff were so friendly, nothing was too much trouble, and they really looked after everyone. Both lunch and dinner was absolutely delicious 😋
Great day out, kayaking through caves, watching monkeys in trees, eating good food cooked on boat and looked after by friendly staff
great day out, all the crew were very friendly, all spoke some English which made communication alot easier. the scenery was amazing and the bio luminescent water was a once in a lifetime moment we will never forget, recommend to anyone coming to Phuket. special shout out to Alpha, Morgan Freeman & Gary (Freedom) for making the day memorable
Fabulous, informative & we felt safe. We were all looked after very well, food was great & the scenery was amazing! The boat was big, well kept & comfortable. The staff were well informed about the local area.
This experience is 5*, and I can highly recommend it. They were professional, knowledgeable and were very accommodating for my dietary requirements. I cannot fault the experience (hence the 5*), but I would love to see the sustainability of the activity improve. When we arrived on a beach, there was a fair bit of plastic pollution that had washed up on it. I would love that the tour gave some background and discussion to the plastic pollution problem in Thailand, encouraging us all to be more mindful and they could carry out a small litter pick when they were on the beach. Also if you split the plastic bottles and cans from the rest of the materials, you could get a better quality recyclage and better price for the materials.
Brilliantly organised tour. Picked up from our hotel at the allotted time we were given. Took us to lovely islands along the way to James Bond Island. Canoes took us around the islands where you had your designated canoeist who did the hardwork! Ours was Nany and he was fantastic very informative and as for his photographic skills we have lots of fantastic pictures taken by him to remember the wonderful day, thank you Nany!! The food provided on the boat was delicious and the tour was led by Alpha who was great!! Thank you for a fantastic day!!
This was honestly one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. And I still don’t know who did their job better — the stunning Thai nature or the incredible crew. First of all, I joined this tour with my 5-year-old son, and he absolutely loved it. That already says a lot. Secondly, the food was really delicious. We got lunch, dinner, and a few snacks — the chefs did a great job. Thirdly, the staff. All the kayaks were operated by local guides, and there was quite a big team (around 15 people). They were helpful, knowledgeable, and super fun! The experience itself is unforgettable. I won’t say too much because I don’t want to spoil it, but it was surprising, a bit thrilling, and the views were just amazing. Would I recommend it? Definitely. I wouldn’t go if I was pregnant or significantly overweight. Tip: bring spare clothes — you will get wet. Enjoy!
Great team, side by side with local guide. Well organized, food and activities.
If you were looking to do a different kind of island tour, this is the one to do. They picked us up at our hotel in Patong and looked after us all through the day. Very well informed to our guides as they are all locals, along with a couple of really good cooks on the boat. The scenery was absolutely awesome, and the food was prepared and cooked fresh on the boat. This is great for adults and kids and I would highly recommend to anybody to go and do this.
This tour was truly a memorable experience from start to finish. The guides were exceptional — incredibly kind, thoughtful, and clearly passionate about what they do. They went above and beyond to make the day fun, smooth, and enjoyable for everyone. The food was delicious, and we were well taken care of with regular meals and refreshments throughout the day. The boat ride itself was gentle, comfortable, and offered stunning views along the way. Each of the islands we visited was beautiful and unique, making every stop worthwhile. Overall, a fantastic experience that I would highly recommend.
The tour was amazing and the food was the Thai best food we ate in Thailand during our stay. I would definitely recommend this to everyone as it is one of the best experiences for canoeing, sightseeing and exploring caves and different lakes. It is an absolute value for money. The vibe and stargazing at the end was the cherry on the top.
We booked the trip with our tour operator, who raved about the trip & the company. The canoe trip turned out to be every bit as good as stated. The guides were friendly & informative. The meals provided, lunch & dinner were amazing & plentiful. Would highly recommend the trip & the company.
We had an excellent night on the boat and kyacks saw lots of wildlife. The food provided was adequate time for swimming and other activities also very good. Guides and boat crew very helpfull and took us off the boat into caves making it a really good night out
An outstanding trip from start to finish. We were picked up at our hotel in khao lak and driven to the meeting point where you were greeted with a warm welcome including drinks and snacks. A very short shuttle to the boat and we were off. English & German guides explained the schedule for the day and we were teamed with a paddle guide in pairs for the day. We had the wonderful Chariff who was always looking out for us, ensuring we saw all the best spots and taking lots of photos. We were served lunch, afternoon snacks and dinner on board and the food was fresh and very tasty. We had 4 stops, explored caves, wildlife, rock formations, could jump from the boat, try paddling the kayak ourselves, explore James Bond Island, watch the sun set and the final paddle before our return to see the illuminous plankton in the caves, superb. The whole team of 17 staff were friendly and smiling throughout, such a wonderful day thank you to the team.
Fabulous boat tour and they cook the meals fresh on the boat. The guides were awesome. Amazing time.
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