Questions and Answers
See below for answers to popular questions and more information about our boat cruises in Krabi.
We offer our very popular join-in Sea Delight Sunset Cruise with Seafood BBQ and we offer boats for private day trips.
If there are differences between services we have highlighted them in the descriptions below.
Of course you can contact us at any time if you have any other queries.
Krabi Sea Cruises
What's included
The following are included in both our join-in trips and private boat charters;
- BBQ dinner on Sea Delight cruise and private charter sunset trips
- Thai food lunch on private charter day trips.
- Soft drinks and water
- Mango and sticky rice, Fresh fruit
- Trip insurance which covers accidents and liability. It does not include coverage for your personal items
- Equipment on board includes
- Life jackets in a full range of sizes
- Snorkeling equipment
- Pick up and Return transport to your accommodation
What's not included
Not included in trips is
- National Parks Entrance fee costs
- Insurance coverage for loss or damage to your personal items
- Additional drinks. Beer, cocktails and mocktails can be purchased on board
What to bring
Bring items you would normally take for a fun day out on the beach or boat;
- Towel
- Sunscreen
- A hat
- Sunglasses
- Swim wear
- Swimming goggles, snorkeling mask and snorkel if you have your own. Equipment is also freely available onboard.
- Money for National Parks Entrance fees
- Money if you want to buy additional drinks (beer, cocktails and mocktails available from the bar on board)
- Comfortable clothing for relaxing on a boat and providing sun protection
Where do the trips go?
Krabi Sea Delight Join-In trip
The itinerary includes;
- Poda Island
- Tup Island
- Chicken Island
- Phranang and Railay Bay
The order and time spent at each location will vary depending upon sea tides and weather.
Private Boat Rental Trips
You can choose your own itinerary and how much time you spend at each location.
Typical trips include either the Four Island or The Hong Island Archipelago
The Four Islands
- Poda Island
- Tup Island
- Chicken Island
- Koh Sii (snorkeling only, there’s no beach)
- Phranang and Railay Bay
The Hong Island Archipelago
- Hong Island
- beaches
- nature trail
- lookout
- lagoon
- Pak Bia Island
- Lao Liang Island
- Koh Daeng (snorkeling only, there’s no beach)
What will we see?
On all boat cruises in the Ao Nang area you will see beautiful seascapes of majestic limestone ‘karst’ islands. These high limestone cliffs are often covered in tenacious plants and tress and are ringed by coral sand beaches. Under the water are tropical coral reefs inhabited by delightful colorful reef fish and other animals. You may see ‘Nemo’ anemone clown fish, many types of damselfish, angelfish and perhaps parrotfish.
If the conditions are right you may see the beautiful bio-luminescent plankton light up the water’s surface in the twilight after sunset.
We have a policy of not feeding fish as this upsets the natural ecology of the environment and species.
Meeting Points, Departure and Return
Do you provide hotel pickup and drop-off?
Transport by air conditioned mini van is provided from your accommodation to the meeting point and return to your accommodation after the cruise.
This service is included for all locations in these areas;
Ao Nang, Klong Heng, Krabi Town, Klong Muang, Tub Kaek Beach
Other further locations
If your accommodation is further away there will be an additional charge of 1,500 Thai Baht for the pick up and return service for locations in Khao Tong and Ao Thalane areas and other locations more than 16 kms from Ao Nang.
Railay Peninsular
If you are staying on the Railay peninsular, Phranang Beach, Railay West or Railay East we will pick you by boat from Railay East Pier.
Where is the meeting point?
The meeting point for the cruises is at the Ao Nammao pier.
If you have your own transport you can meet us at there.
If you are staying on the Railay peninsular we will pick you up from Railay East pier.
This is the location on Google Maps.
What time does the cruise start?
Krabi Sea Delight Cruise
The daily, join-in Sea Delight Cruise will depart from Ao Nammao pier at 2:00 pm (14:00).
Our mini van pick up service will be at the following times in these areas;
1:00-1:15 pm : Pick up from Krabi Town, Klong Muang and Tub Kaek Beach
1:30-1:45 pm : Pick up from Klong Heng and Ao Nang Beach
1:45 pm : Arrive at Ao Nammao pier if you have your own transport.
2:30-2:45 pm : Pick up by boat from Railay East Pier
For other further areas will advise you of the pick-up time at the time of booking.
Don’t be late.
As a courtesy to staff and all other customers of this tour we require that you are ready for pick-up at the notified time. Our drivers have instructions to not wait for extended periods. Contact us immediately if you think you will not be ready for pick up at the designated time and place. We will do our best to make arrangements.
Private Boat Trips
The boat will depart from Ao Nammao pier, we will pick you up from Railay East pier if you are staying on the Railay peninsular.
On Board Our Boats
How many people will be on board
Krabi Sea Delight Join-In trip
Maximum guests on the trip will be 32 people. Although our junk style boat Sri Su Pai 1 can accommodate up to 38 people we do not fill the boat to give a better, more comfortable experience for our guests.
Private Boat Charters
If you rent a boat for a private trip the maximum guests are;
Sri Su Pai 1 : 38 people
see the boat
Sri Su Pai 3 : 15 people.
see the boat
On a private tour the number of guests will be up to you. While the boat can accept 15 people we recommend a maximum of 12 for the most enjoyable and relaxing experience.
Are their bathrooms on board?
Yes there are bathrooms on board with western style toilets and fresh water showers.
Are there shaded areas?
Yes on our boats there are large shaded cabins with comfortable padded seating.
The cabins are open to receive the cooling sea breezes.
Where do the trips go?
Krabi Sea Delight Join-In trip
The itinerary includes;
- Poda Island
- Tup Island
- Chicken Island
- Phranang and Railay Bay
The order and time spent at each location will vary depending upon sea tides and weather.
Private Boat Rental Trips
You can choose your own itinerary and how much time you spend at each location.
Typical trips include either the Four Island or The Hong Island Archipelago
The Four Islands
- Poda Island
- Tup Island
- Chicken Island
- Koh Sii (snorkeling only, there’s no beach)
- Phranang and Railay Bay
The Hong Island Archipelago
- Hong Island
- beaches
- nature trail
- lookout
- lagoon
- Pak Bia Island
- Lao Liang Island
- Koh Daeng (snorkeling only, there’s no beach)
What food and drink is provided?
Our boat trips include soft drinks and drinking water through out the trip.
Additional alcoholic drinks can be purchased on board.
Your dietary requirements
Described below is the food served on our trips.
If you have special dietary requirements or food allergies then please advise us at the time of booking so that we can cater for you.
Examples;
- food allergies
- vegan
- vegetarian
- halal
- kosher
Krabi Sea Delight Join-In Trip
As the trip commences, sailing away from Railay towards Poda Island, the Thai favourite dessert Mango & Sticky Rice is served. A delicious dish to provide energy for your afternoon at sea. As the sunsets the BBQ is lit and fresh seafood is cooked and served. This includes the best available from the markets; fish, mussels, giant prawns, squid.
Also Thai food; steamed rice, fried rice, chicken wings, coconut milk soup with chicken, mixed fried vegetables, massaman curry, deep fried chicken wings, fresh fruit.
Private Boat Rental Trips
Mango & Sticky Rice Thai dessert
Fresh seafood BBQ may include fish, mussels, giant prawns, squid
Thai food; steamed rice, fried rice, chicken wings, coconut milk soup with chicken, mixed fried vegetables, massaman curry, deep fried chicken wings, fresh fruit.
On private charters you have the opportunity to adjust the menu to your taste and to arrange alternative or extra food and drinks. Please contact us to discuss your preferences and any additional costs.
Suitability and Restrictions
Do I need to be able to swim?
Our boat trips are suitable for non-swimmers.
Non-swimmers always enjoy trips to the island beaches and also relax on board enjoying the weather outside or in the comfortable shaded cabin. Particularly during the hot season the sea breezes provide a cooler environment on board boats than anywhere on land.
Our experienced staff will help novice swimmers enjoy some time in the water. Our boats have life jackets for everyone in a full range of sizes. Also masks and snorkels are freely available to try.
Is the boat trip suitable for people with mobility issues?
Our boats do provide easier access than traditional longtail boats and they provide a much smoother cruising experience than speedboats.
However boarding and leaving boats does require a certain level of mobility and stability due to steps and movement of the platforms.
Please contact us at any time to discuss suitability based on your specific conditions.
Are there restrictions based on medical conditions?
Unfortunately we cannot accept guests who have certain medical conditions.
These conditions include;
- pregnancy
- heart disease
- asthma
- spinal problems or other conditions significantly impairing mobility
Please contact us at any time to discuss suitability based on your specific conditions.
