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A Deep Dive into 5 Star Marine Phuket Private Boat Tour Prices

For those seeking an unparalleled aquatic adventure, 5 Star Marine Phuket private boat tours emerge as the epitome of luxury and personalized exploration. The freedom to craft your itinerary, bask in exclusive settings like Maya Bay and James Bond Island, and relish in the thrill of speed on the open water is an experience like no other. We often get asked about the prices for our private boat tours, so we’ll navigate through the factors that influence our private boat tour prices, helping you uncover the cost of turning your Private Phuket boat tour dreams into reality.

The Power of Personalization:

5 Star Marine Phuket private speed boat tours offer a level of personalization that group tours simply cannot match. As you plan your adventure, keep in mind that the ability to tailor the itinerary to your preferences comes with a price tag. From secluded coves and hidden beaches to snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, the cost of a 5 Star Marine Phuket private tour reflects the freedom to design an experience that aligns with your vision of the perfect day on the water.

Duration of the Tour:

The duration of your 5 Star Marine Phuket private boat tour is a crucial factor in pricing. Whether you’re planning a half-day excursion or a full-day adventure, the tour’s length impacts fuel consumption, crew costs, and maintenance costs. Longer tours typically come with a higher price tag but offer a more extensive exploration of the surrounding waters and destinations.

Included Amenities and Services:

Luxury comes at a cost, and the amenities and services included in your private speed boat tour contribute to the overall price. Meals, premium beverages, snorkeling equipment, and the services of an experienced guide or captain may be bundled into the package. Understanding what is included allows you to assess the value proposition and choose a tour that aligns with your expectations.

Click here to see what is included in all our private tours – https://5starmarinephuket.com/2021/06/28/private-charter-faqs/

Seasonal and Regional Variations:

Similar to other types of boat tours, private boat tour prices can be influenced by seasonal variations and the popularity of the destination. During peak tourist seasons, prices may be higher due to increased demand, while off-peak times may offer more competitive rates. For this one we don’t have seasonal or regional variations, we also don’t have different prices for peak or off-peak times. However, the National Park fees do change. We do our best to keep you fully updated on any changes to the Thailand National Park fees, we normally get told a week or two before they change it. (Normally)

Embarking on a 5 Star Marine Phuket private boat tour is not merely a journey; it’s an investment in an exclusive and tailored maritime 5 Star experience. As you explore the options available such as Phi Phi and Phang Nga Bay, consider your budget, preferences, and the level of luxury you desire. From the adrenaline rush of speeding through open waters to the tranquility of secluded bays and beaches, a 5 Star Marine Phuket private boat tour promises a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that comes with a fair price reflective of the unparalleled indulgence it provides. So, set sail with the wind in your hair and the freedom to explore, knowing that every penny spent is an investment in an extraordinary 5 Star experience.

Off The Menu Boat Tours

In the world of gastronomy, there exists a hidden realm known only to the most adventurous and inquisitive diners—the off-menu items. These clandestine creations, often whispered among food enthusiasts, offer a tantalizing glimpse into the creativity and innovation of chefs beyond the conventional menu.

Why are we talking about restaurants?

Well in the world of 5 Star Marine Phuket private boat tours we also have some secret off the menu items. Just don’t tell anyone.

The Origins of Off-Menu Boat Tours:

The concept of off-menu items is not a recent phenomenon but has deep roots in culinary history. It is believed that chefs have been crafting special dishes for discerning patrons long before the term “off-menu” came into vogue. In the early days of gastronomy, chefs would create personalized dishes for regular customers or VIPs, tailoring flavors and ingredients to suit individual preferences. These exclusive creations were not part of the regular menu but were instead reserved for those in the know.

In our world here at 5 Star Marine Phuket, the history of the off the menu items really follows the same path as above. Many of our off-menu tours came about, when we had guests come on 2 or 3 tours and they wanted something different, something that the regular guest couldn’t see on the website. Something that was tailored to them, something that no other Phuket boat tour company could offer.

Our secret Phuket Private Boat Tours have become a way for our team to showcase their knowledge of the local area and surprise guests with unique and unforgettable experiences.

The Allure of Off-Menu Boat Tours:

One of the primary reasons off-menu items have gained popularity is the sense of exclusivity they bring. Discovering and going on a secret Private Phuket Boat Tour creates a connection between our guests and our team, offering a unique and intimate Private Phuket Boat Tour experience. It’s a way for 5 Star Team to engage with their guests on a more personal level, sharing their passion for this stunning area beyond the confines of the regular tours that we offer.

Furthermore, off-menu Phuket Private Boat Tours often feature many things that only local people know about. Beaches that only come at a certain time of year, hidden caves and lagoons, local restaurants and bars that you only know if you are a local.

This all adds an extra layer of excitement to the Phuket Private Boat Tour experience, making it memorable for those who dare to venture beyond the conventional tour offerings.

Khai Nok Island offers the opportunity to build sandcastles and just generally enjoy the white sandy beaches. The other islands are perfect for a quick swim, picnic lunch or a snorkelling adventure. As with all of our private boat trips, you will never be rushed and can take your time to enjoy the experience. If the children are having fun shallow snorkelling directly from the beach, 5 Star Marine will encourage you to relax and enjoy the experience at your own pace.

Why Don’t We Put These Amazing Phuket Private Boat Tours on The Menu?

Well, that’s an easy one to answer. We don’t want the world to know about them. Phuket is a small Island and there are many awesome boat tour companies. We don’t want to showcase our secret spots by having them on our website. Yes “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery” but we don’t want the secret spots to become busy.

It also means that when you come on a 5 Star Marine Boat Tour you can talk to the team and say “I want something different, something off the menu” and they can give you that.

They can give you a 5 Star Marine Off the Menu experience.

So, the next time you contact us, why not ask for one of our off the menu Phuket Private Boat Tours.

Experience the ultimate family friendly day trips from Phuket with our expert crew at 5 Star Marine, who have extensive knowledge about the safest and most enjoyable spots. A private, family friendly speedboat trip is an excellent way to explore Thailand’s Andaman Sea and create magical memories for the whole family.

Find inspiration in our top 5 day trips from Phuket, with the ultimate family friendly factor:

1. Coral Island

Coral Island stands out as a firm favourite tropical paradise option for families, offering plenty of thrilling activities suitable for both children and adults alike. Located just south of Phuket, it presents a convenient and accessible day trip choice. This is one of the key reasons why it tops our list as a must-visit destination for a family-friendly day out.

Coral Island captivates with its vibrant coral reefs and thriving underwater ecosystems so the whole family can enjoy the crystal-blue waters and diverse marine life with some great snorkelling. Furthermore, at Banana Beach Club you can enjoy a range of conveniences for all ages. The spacious open style restaurant serves a diverse selection of dishes, plus there are amenities such as massages, canoes and plenty of Instagram-worthy set ups. It is exceptionally family friendly, with big loungers, tables in the shade, swings and engaging areas to explore for all.

2. The Khai Islands

Another excellent choice for a family friendly day trip is the small group of Khai Islands; consisting of three tiny, yet stunning islands (Khai Nai, Khai Nau and Khai Nok). Easily accessible, these islands are just a brief 20-minute private speedboat ride away from our pier in Boat Lagoon. Their popularity is helped by their picturesque white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters for easy, shallow snorkelling.

Khai Nok Island offers the opportunity to build sandcastles and just generally enjoy the white sandy beaches. The other islands are perfect for a quick swim, picnic lunch or a snorkelling adventure. As with all of our private boat trips, you will never be rushed and can take your time to enjoy the experience. If the children are having fun shallow snorkelling directly from the beach, 5 Star Marine will encourage you to relax and enjoy the experience at your own pace.

3. Racha Islands

Raya or Racha Islands are made up of two beautiful islands; Koh Racha Yai and Koh Racha Noi, and they provide a perfect day trip location for the entire family to relax and appreciate nature.

Offering a balanced mix of peaceful, serene settings together with incredible marine life and some of Thailand’s finest snorkelling areas, these quiet, white powdery beaches and crystal-clear seas are a stunning day trip option.

Less than an hour away from 5 Star Marine’s base in Boat Lagoon, these islands are a prime choice for families in search of relaxation, beach activities and excellent snorkelling. For added convenience, there are charming restaurants offering picturesque views and extensive menus, ensuring that the entire family can find something to enjoy. Explore a tranquil stroll inland with your family, and you might be fortunate enough to encounter the monitor lizards that reside on the island.

4. James Bond Island

Situated in Phang Nga Bay, James Bond Island continues to be a renowned destination for families, and rightfully so. Featured in the 1974 film “The Man with the Golden Gun,” this limestone island holds cinematic allure. The James Bond Island private day trip offers an immensely enjoyable and sought-after experience.

Parents can indulge in nostalgic moments from the classic film, while children can explore caves and embark on adventures, ensuring an engaging outing for all.

As this is a protected marine area, boats are not able to get too close, therefore the nearby Koh Ping Ghan (an island where a large leaning rock stands) gives a perfect vantage point for pictures. It also has several caves to explore and some small stalls. The whole family can also enjoy sea canoeing in the area, which is a fantastic way to explore Phang Nga Bay and the bay’s limestone cliffs, caves and lagoons. Enter through small tunnels and into caverns and lagoons that larger boats cannot reach, finding hidden gems and creating family memories.

5. Sunset BBQ and Dolphin Spotting

Embark on an exceptionally unique and unforgettable afternoon with our private Sunset Beach BBQ and Dolphin Spotting trip. This family friendly adventure offers a perfect fusion of snorkelling, dolphin spotting and a traditional Thai-style private beach BBQ, ensuring an experience which can be enjoyed by all ages.

Capture some beautiful family pictures and memories as you join us for a special afternoon where all ages can enjoy a spot of snorkelling in the crystal clear waters before taking part in our respectful dolphin spotting programme. At sunset, indulge in a private beach BBQ featuring authentic satay and accompaniments which are grilled beachside. In between playing on the beach and dips in the refreshing sea, enjoy a refreshing beverage as you watch the sky light up in a thousand colours for an unforgettable tropical sunset experience.

When planning a family friendly day trip, 5 Star Marine carefully considers the distance, travel time and the specific activities offered at each destination to ensure an enjoyable experience for the entire family.

Please contact us to create everlasting memories and your perfect family day out on the water.

Shaun Stenning
+66 (0) 93720 6221
www.5starmarinephuket.com
[email protected]

5 Island Phuket Boat Tour

There are a huge number of Phuket Boat Tour companies that offer a 5 Island Boat Tour. You would of course think that they are taking you to 5 islands, hence the very specific words in the heading, 5 Island Boat Tour.

However, most of these tours take you to Phi Phi, which is 6 islands.

2 big islands – Koh Phi Phi Don and Koh Phi Phi Le, and 4 smaller islands nearby – Koh Yung, Koh Mai Phai, Koh Pida Nok and Koh Pida Nai

Saying this, on most Phuket 5 Island Boat Tours you won’t even go to 6 of the Phi Phi Islands, not even 5, or 4 or even 3. Generally, on any tour at Phi Phi, you will go to 2 islands.

Koh Phi Phi Don and Koh Phi Phi Le

So why are there so many Phuket Boat Tours offering 5 Island tours?

Islands = Stops

There you go. That’s the answer. Simple and easy, but for marketing it’s better to say:

“Come on our 5 Island Boat Tour”, then it is to say “Come on our 5 Stop Boat Tour”

Which one sounds better

If you do book a 5 Island Boat Tour here in Phuket it will most problem be a Boat Tour to Phi Phi, and the 5 Islands (Remember that Island = Stop) would be:

1. Maya Bay
2. Viking Cave
3. Pileh Lagoon
4. Monkey Beach
5. Bamboo Beach

There you go. That’s your 5 Island Boat Tour.

Now, please don’t get us wrong. There is nothing at all wrong with this tour itinerary. All those 5 places are stunning and well worth a visit (not 100% sure about monkey beach thou.)

But it’s not 5 Islands.

So, what we are saying is to make sure you check with whoever your Phuket Boat Tour Operator is to be sure you know 100% what you are getting on a 5 Island Phuket Boat Tour.

5 Star Marine tour to Phi Phi – https://5starmarinephuket.com/locations/phi-phi-islands-2/

A real 5 Island Phuket Boat Tour

There are 100s of islands in and around Phuket, so you would think a real 5 Island Phuket Boat Tour is easy. To be fair, it is. Phang Nga Bay alone has 43 different islands, with only one being famous, James Bond Island. There are some stunning hidden beaches and inlets that you can go and explore and you would easily get to do a 5 Island Phuket Boat Tour.

You could even just pop over the the Khai islands which are only 20 minutes away from Phuket Boat Lagoon. There are 3 Khai Islands so with just one short boat ride you have seen 60% of the islands you need to see on your 5 Island Phuket Boat tour.

If you do want to do island hopping, whether it be 5 Islands, 6 Islands, 2 Islands, or any number then the best choice would be to book a captain’s choice 5 Star Marine Phuket Boat tour. This tour will be designed by our team to make sure you get what you want. If you want to see 5 Islands then they can take you to 5 Islands. If you want to just see 1 then they can do that too (however I recommend you see more as 1 is never enough)

For us, we want you to get out and see the stunning islands around Phuket so whether you book a 5 Island Boat Tour (5 stops generally just go to Phi Phi) or you book a captain choice Island hopping tour with us at 5 Star Marine our main advice is:

It’s essential to check with the tour operator to understand the specific islands included in the itinerary and the activities offered during the tour.

And when you do book with us you will 100% get what you want, we can do a 5 Island Phuket Boat Tour.

5 Star Marine Phuket Captains Choice tour – https://5starmarinephuket.com/locations/captains-choice/

The Similan Islands are in the Andaman Sea, off the coast of Phang Nga Province. As one of the most well-known island groups in the region, these islands are highly sought-after for snorkeling and scuba diving because they are known to have some of the best coral reefs on the planet.

The beaches of several of the Similan Islands are home to enormous rock formations that give this place a unique and unforgettable quality.

When To Go There

Now is the last chance to reserve your private tour with 5 Star Marine before the breathtaking Similan Islands close on May 15^th 2024. There are only a few months remaining to explore the islands before they are closed.

Closing of Similan Islands

To protect the marine habitat and promote its recovery, the Similan Islands are closed to visitors each year from May 16 to October 15 (updated January 08, 2024). The exact date varies a little from year to year, however, this page has the most recent details.

Closing time: This gives beaches, marine life, and coral reefs time to recover from the negative effects of tourism, like pollution and physical damage. This helps ensure that the Islands will always be a stunning and sustainable natural destination for coming generations.

Furthermore, during this time of year, the Andaman Sea has severe monsoon weather, which can result in strong winds and waves that make it dangerous for people and boats to get to the islands.

Restoration of Ecosystems

In spite of their fame, the Similan Islands have a delicate ecosystem. Therefore, in order to maintain the natural beauty of these islands, the National Park requests that all visitors abide by the stated rules starting in October of each year. To prevent damaging or upsetting coral reefs, refrain from littering or polluting, and limit your hiking to designated paths and walkways to avoid upsetting the delicate environment.

Ocean Life

The Similan Islands are included in the approximately 140 square kilometer Mu Ko Similan National Park. Along with a variety of bird and mammal species, the park is home to a wide variety of marine life, including tropical fish, sea turtles, and reef sharks.

Beneath the astonishingly transparent turquoise oceans lie stunning coral reefs and other uncommon aquatic life, including whales, dolphins, and moray eels. It is estimated that there are more than 500 different kinds of hard and soft coral in the Similan Islands due to the diversity of the marine life and coral.

To discuss your needs or to schedule a custom private day trip itinerary, please get in touch with us. We offer a variety of inspiring day tours, including trips to the Similan Islands.

REMINDER – The Similan Islands will close on May 15^th 2024.  They will reopen on October 15^th 2024.  This is a normal yearly closure.

Phuket Marine Industry Safety Event January 15^th | Changing Phuket Marine Safety

The stunning archipelago of Phuket, Phi Phi, and Phang Nga Bay offers a marine paradise for those seeking unforgettable leisure activities. From crystal-clear waters to vibrant coral reefs, this tropical haven is a haven for water enthusiasts.

Phuket has an estimated 130km coastline, so of course it’s a watersports and marine leisure hub. Speedboat tours to Phi Phi and Phang Nga Bay, Yacht Charters, Bareboat Charters, Diving Liveaboards, Free Diving, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling tours, Jet Ski Tours, SUP, Surfing, Longtail tours, Ferries to Phi Phi and other islands, and a host of other watersports activities, all happen in and around Phuket.

Sadly, over the years there have been accidents that have cast a shadow over Marine Safety in Phuket, and at no time has the Phuket marine industry come together to talk about the safety issues and also at no time has the Phuket marine industry come together to commit to increased safety in the industry.

This is about the change

A Commitment to Phuket Marine Safety!

Recent Marine Incidents have spotlighted Safety in the local, national, and international media.  It is time for the Phuket marine industry to come together and make a public commitment to increased safety standards.

The Phuket Governor, Vice Governor, Marine Director, and related Agencies will join in undertaking a commitment to improved safety standards.

The Government cannot do this alone, and Phuket Marine operators, owners and suppliers need to also step forward and commit.

You can join us at an Industry First Event where we can move forward to a Phase 1 commitment to safety as an industry.

MARINE INDUSTRY SAFETY EVENT
A Commitment to Phuket Marine Safety!

Date: 15th January 2024
Time: 05:00 PM – 07:00 PM (07:00 PM – 08:00 PM Networking Session)
Venue: The WhiteHouse Phuket Boat Lagoon

Drinks and Snacks will be provided – Attendance is FREE

Sign Up Online Here – https://forms.gle/SEpY6cN6LfAH6zWc8

Now is the time to step forward, to come together, to commit, and to lift industry standards and protocols.

Are you ready to make A Commitment to Phuket Marine Safety

The list below is the Phuket Province and Government who will be attending the marine safety event on the 15^th of January at Phuket Boat Lagoon Marina from 5 pm.

1.ผู้ว่าราชการจังหวัดภูเก็ต จำนวน 4 ท่าน – The Governor

2.รองผู้ว่าราชการผู้เก็ต จำนวน 2 ท่าน – The Vice Governor

3.กรมเจ้าท่าจังหวัดภูเก็ต – Marine Department

4.ตำรวจน้ำภูเก็ต – Marine Police

5.ด่านตรวจคนเข้าเมืองจังหวัดภูเก็ต – Phuket Immigration

6.นายอำเภอเมืองภูเก็ต – Chief of Muang District

7. นายอำเภอกะทู้-Chief of Kathu District

8.นายอำเภอถลาง- Chief of Muang District

9.ตำรวจภูธรจังหวัดภูเก็ต – Phuket Provincial Police

10.องค์การบริหารส่วนจังหวัดภูเก็ต – Phuket Provincial Administrative Organization

11.ตำรวจท่องเที่ยว – Tourist Police

12.ทรัพยากรจังหวัดภูเก็ต – Phuket Province Resources

13.ทรัพยากรชายฝั่ง จังหวัดภูเก็ต – Coastal Resources Phuket Province

14.การท่องเที่ยวและกีฬา จังหวัดภูเก็ต – Phuket Provincial of Tourism and Sports

15.สำนักงานคณะกรรมการคุ้มครองผู้บริโภค – Office of  The Consumer Protection Board (OCBP)

16.องค์การบริหารส่วนตำบลเทพกระษัตรี – Thepkrasattri Sub-District Administration Organization

17.องค์การบริหารส่วนตำบลเชิงทะเล – Choeng Tale Sub-District Administration Organization