Phuket Island Hopping has become very popular of late and the idea of dropping on several islands on a single trip is very appealing to many, and why not? Who does not want to several world-class tropical paradise islands in a single day, I know I do.
For those that may not know, Phuket is and island surrounded by many other tropical islands in the south of Thailand each of these smaller islands have something special to offer the discerning traveller.
Just several minutes away from Phuket Island you can find some of the most stunning beaches you will encounter anywhere in the country. Most of these beaches are deserted; the reefs surrounding them are in pristine condition, ideal for snorkelling or those with a touch more ambition, a touch of Scuba Diving.
Popular Phuket Island Hopping Tours
Easy Day Thailand offers both a Private Half Day Phuket Island Hopping Tour or if you would like to spend more time hopping the islands then you can stay for the whole Full Day. We have many different itineraries which are very flexible; we can even design a new one for you and your family & friends.
Popular Phuket Island Hopping Destinations
Here are just a few of the islands around Phuket Island to consider when deciding where you would like to go island hopping. We know there are many islands to choose from and that you are spoilt for choice, so this is where we come in to help and guide you in what suits you and your group best.
Coral Island
Coral Island (Koh Hae) is a perfect place to relax and get away from it all, situated 10 km south of Phuket Island.
Koh Lone
Koh Lone is only a hop skip and a jump from the east coast of Phuket. Pretty much uninhabited, however there is a small Muslim fisherman’s village on its north-western side where you can still these men and women mending nets and preparing their boats for their daily fishing trips in local waters.
Koh Keeyao
Koh Keeyao which means Green Island in Thai, this beautiful petite island sits just off the southern west coast of Phuket and here you can find a small Buddhist temple.
Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yai Noi
Koh Yao Noi and Koh Yao Yai are sister islands east of Phuket in the middle of Phang Nga Bay, really quite close to Phuket. Koh Yao Yai Island is very quiet with small communities dotted about in residence; you can find the odd resort on the island, in general though the island is a perfect getaway.
Development is accelerating at a little quicker pace than on Yao Yai, Koh Yao Noi is still extremely quiet and well worth the journey out here. Both of these islands are a perfect sanctuary for those wishing to forget civilisation -if only for a day. Like to explore Koh Yao Noi with Easy Day Thailands Exclusive VIP Sightseeing Tours.
Koh Bon
Koh Bon is due south of Phuket and is the island we meet before hitting Racha Yai. The island is made up of Granite boulders; the beach is pure white fine sand that just slips through your toes.
Racha/Raya Island
Racha Yai lies some 30 minutes away from the southern end of Phuket and is a little busier during the day time. If you should decide to go, you will see why it has become popular in recent years. The islands are made of stunning granite formations and pure white sandy beaches surrounded by the azure waters of the Andaman Sea. A popular destination for join-in day trips all year around.
Racha Noi
Racha Noi is the little sister island to Racha Yai although a little further away, you truly get the feeling of the wilderness out here. Rach Noi is the last outpost of Phuket before the sea gets deep again and is a popular island for Fishing and Scuba Diving. Like to get away from the tourist groups? That’s the way to go.
Phi Phi Islands
The Phi Phi Islands in Krabi province are one of Thailand’s most beautiful islands. It is located south of Phang Nga Bay, roughly 25 nautical miles East of Phuket Island. The Phi Phi island group consists of Koh Phi Phi Don (the main Island where people live and all hotels are located) and the uninhabited Koh Phi Phi Lee which became famous by the Hollywood movie The Beach.
Similan Islands
The Similan Islands are a little further afield again, these nine islands are possibly the most spectacular islands in the country and lying 90 km’s north of Phuket, they are extremely popular with Scuba Divers, Snorkelers and Nature Lovers in general too.
Koh Tachai
Koh Tachai is even further away. This island has without doubt the finest beach in the country. It truly is Paradise Island, only recently have day trippers and island hoppers become aware of its stunning natural beauty; the beach here is to die for the island also has a view point where some amazing shots can be taken of the island. (Please note the Island is closed for visitors until further notice. Please contact us.)
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