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    Why Choose Simba?

    • Maximum 18 adultsThe smallest cap of any Phuket day-tour operator.
    • Founded 200520+ years of continuous Andaman operations.
    • 5,918 reviews · 4.9★Independently verified across TripAdvisor, Google, GetYourGuide.
    • Award-winning operatorWorld Luxury Travel Awards 2025 — Best Boat Tours Thailand.
    • TAT Licence 34/02111Fully licensed, insured, regularly inspected.
    • All-inclusive pricingTransfers, lunch, kit, fees included. Free cancellation 24h+.

    Join In Tours

    Phi Phi Sunrise Tour — Maya Bay Before the CrowdsJoin-In Tour

    Phi Phi Sunrise Tour — Maya Bay Before the Crowds

    The classic Phi Phi day done properly. Catch sunrise at sea during the ~1hr 10min speedboat transit from Boat Lagoon Marina, then step onto Maya Bay around 7:15am — about an hour ahead of every other operator. Seven stops over eight hours, max 18 adults, buffet lunch back at Soho Pool Club. Year-round, all-inclusive from ฿5,310 THB, free cancellation 24h+. Maya Bay closes for ecosystem rejuvenation each August-September; we substitute Bamboo Island.

    Max 18 adults · From ฿5,310 · Free cancellation 24h+ · All-inclusive

    Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island — 8 hoursJoin-In Tour

    Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island — 8 hours

    Limestone karsts, hidden sea caves, mangrove kayaking, and the iconic Khao Phing Kan ("James Bond Island"). Smallest group sizes among local operators — most boats running this route carry 30–60. We carry 18. Lunch on board.

    Max 18 adults · From ฿4,500 · Free cancellation 24h+ · All-inclusive

    Phi Phi Sunset Shark Tour — 8 hours (November–April only)Join-In Tour

    Phi Phi Sunset Shark Tour — 8 hours (November–April only)

    Afternoon Phi Phi run with a shark-spotting stop on the way home. Same itinerary as Sunrise but sunset-side. Dry season only — we don't run this in May–October because Andaman afternoon thunderstorms make sunset returns unsafe.

    Max 18 adults · From ฿4,810 · Free cancellation 24h+ · All-inclusive

    Join-In Tour or Private Charter?

    Both run the same boats and crew. The difference is who's on board with you.

    Join-In Tours

    Share the day with up to 17 others

    • Group sizeMaximum 18 adults shared
    • ItinerarySet route, all-inclusive day
    • PricingPer person, all-inclusive
    • Departure flexibilityScheduled morning starts (sunrise + sunset options)
    • Best forSolo travellers, couples, smaller groups
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    Private Charters

    The whole boat, just for you

    • Group sizeYour group only (2–20 adults)
    • ItineraryFully customisable to your interests
    • PricingPer group (whole boat), all-inclusive
    • Departure flexibilityChoose your own departure time
    • Best forFamilies, special occasions, photography trips
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    Exclusive

    Private Charters

    Your boat, your schedule, your itinerary. Hire the whole vessel for your group of 2–20 and tailor the day on the Andaman.

    Bookable charters today: Phi Phi Sunrise, Phang Nga Bay & Beyond, Phang Nga Sunset, Coral Delight, Krabi, Locals' Island. Plus our smaller Lola sports rib (up to 4 passengers) on the Phang Nga Sunset cruise. Two motor yachts launching soon.

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    Your Day, Step by Step

    Every Simba day starts and ends at Soho Pool Club, Boat Lagoon Marina. Here’s how it goes.

    ~5:00–6:00am — Hotel pickup

    Driver assigned, exact time confirmed by email the day before.

    ~5:45–6:30am — Arrive at Soho Pool Club

    Light breakfast and coffee, safety briefing.

    6:00am (Sunrise) / 7:00am (Phang Nga) / 10:00am (Sunset) — Boat departs

    From the marina alongside the restaurant.

    Throughout — On-board service

    Snacks, fresh fruit, water, soft drinks. Alcohol available for purchase.

    Return — Buffet lunch at Soho (Phi Phi Sunrise), then hotel drop-off

    Travel time to Phi Phi/Maya Bay: ~1hr 10min by speedboat.
    Travel time to Phang Nga Bay: ~45min by speedboat.

    Captain Paul Chappell with Andrea Chappell, co-owners of Simba Sea Trips, on the flight deck — both with professional aviation backgrounds (Paul as commercial pilot, Andrea as senior cabin supervisor)

    Simba Sea Trips is run by Captain Paul Chappell — 23+ years as a professional pilot, marine operations since 2014.

    Co-owned with Andrea Chappell — senior cabin supervisor and aviation professional.

    Premium small-group tours and private charters across the Andaman Sea. Founded 2005. TAT Licence 34/02111.

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    What Our Guests Say

    GetYourGuide★★★★★

    Service was great, guides were great! Absolutely amazing tour! So amazing that we just cancelled our next tour by other company and booked one more Simba tour❤️ Special thanks to everyone that made this trip unforgettable for us! Emin&Elvira

    Elvira

    2 days ago

    TripAdvisor★★★★★

    Simba Sea Trips Phuket delivers one of the most polished and memorable island experiences you can have in Phuket. The "Luxury Small Group Sunrise Phi Phi Island and Maya Bay boat trip" feels carefully designed from start to finish, with every detail handled before the crowds arrive, so the day begins in calm, comfort, and style. The breakfast at the SOHO Club is a lovely way to start the morning at 6 am, and the hospitality only gets better from there. On board, the food and drinks are well thought out, and the final buffet lunch at the beach club is a fitting finish, with good vegetarian options as well. What sets this trip apart is the attention to guests. With no boat carrying more than 18 people, the experience never feels crowded or rushed, and there is a real sense that everyone is being looked after individually. That extra care makes a huge difference, especially on a premium trip like this. A special mention to our guide Noi Noi, whose witty commentary, deep knowledge, and genuinely personal attention made the journey even better. He had a wonderful way of making everyone feel included, and it was impressive to see first-time snorkelers, including guests who did not know how to swim, confidently enjoying the Phi Phi Don waters under his guidance. Our speedboat captain Dan Dan was amazing and how he guided through the choppy waters still keeping the boat steady and stable. Simba is a highly professional, luxury experience that is absolutely worth every penny.

    Maneck K

    8 days ago

    TripAdvisor★★★★★

    The entire trip was wonderful - the boat ride, the scenery, the stops for swimming and snorkel - everything was perfect. A dream come true, and still on my bucket list.

    poppylander

    10 days ago