4 Islands Sunset Private Tour

The special part of this Krabi trip comes after sunset. You visit four islands by private speedboat, settle in on Phra Nang Beach for the last light, then head out again for a nighttime swim or snorkel among bioluminescent plankton. It is a full afternoon and evening on the water, not a quick island-hopping run.

I like two things in particular: your boat is private to your group, so you are not tied to the pace of a larger tour, and the itinerary combines familiar island stops with a quieter snorkeling stop at Yawasam. The beach lunch, fruit and drinks also make the long outing feel more self-contained.

The main consideration is the price structure. The $488.83 rate is described as a group price, but the inclusions specify that it covers two people, with cash charges for additional adults or children. Check the total for your party before booking, and expect a long day that ends at night.

Four islands, a beach sunset, and one night swim

• Poda gives you an hour on white sand, with time for photos, a swim or snorkeling in clear water.
• Tup’s sandbar depends on the tide, which can reveal a strip of sand toward Chicken Island.
• Chicken Island is a brief photo stop, so plan on a quick look at its distinctive chicken-shaped cliff rather than a long beach visit.
• Yawasam offers a quieter snorkeling break, around two small islands, away from the busiest stops.
• Phra Nang is the sunset anchor, with an hour to relax on the beach and visit the caves.
• The private setup keeps the outing personal, while the included lunch, equipment and transfers reduce the number of extras to arrange.

A private boat changes the pace

The tour is built around a private speedboat for your own party, with a maximum group size of 12. That distinction matters. Instead of sharing the boat with unrelated groups, you travel with the people you booked for, which can make the day feel more flexible and personal. A couple who took the tour described having the boat to themselves and being well looked after, a good example of how the private format can suit a small party as well as a larger one.

Private does not mean that every stop is yours alone. These are well-known islands and beaches, and the schedule includes several stops in one outing. But you are not sharing the boat, and the route includes Yawasam as a snorkeling stop intended to avoid the crowds at the more familiar islands.

A professional local guide accompanies the trip. No guide’s name is provided, so you cannot request a named guide from the details available. The tour includes snorkeling equipment and insurance, which helps keep the day simple, though you should still be comfortable with a moderate level of physical activity.

Poda Island: an hour to settle into the day

Poda is the first stop, with about an hour to relax on white sand, take photos and snorkel in the surrounding water. That first hour gives the trip a gentler start than a route made entirely of short photo stops. You can ease into the day, enjoy the beach and get used to the boat-and-island rhythm.

The appeal here is the combination of beach time and water access. If snorkeling is your priority, bring your own expectations down to earth: the tour provides equipment, but no particular species or underwater conditions are guaranteed. Use the stop to swim and look around, rather than treating it as a dedicated marine-life excursion.

Lunch is served on the beach during the tour, but the exact island or time is not specified. Thai lunch, water, soft drinks and fresh fruit are included for the first two people covered by the base price. If you need a vegetarian meal, tell the operator when booking.

Tup Island: watch the tide at the sandbar

Tup is scheduled for about an hour, with time to swim and snorkel. Its distinctive feature is a sandbar that can appear as the tide recedes, creating a walkable connection toward Chicken Island. The timing depends on the tide, so treat the sandbar as a possible highlight rather than a guaranteed path at the moment you arrive.

That tide-dependent crossing is a useful reason to keep expectations flexible. You may see the white sand line gradually emerge, but the schedule does not promise a particular tide or crossing. Even without the walk, the stop offers time in the water and a chance to see the local marine life.

Chicken Island: a quick look at the famous profile

The Chicken Island stop lasts about 10 minutes. Its main purpose is to photograph the cliff with its chicken-like shape, so this is a brief viewpoint stop rather than a place to spread out a towel or spend time snorkeling.

That short visit makes sense within a packed island route, but it is worth knowing before you go. If you want an unhurried beach day on Chicken Island itself, this itinerary does not offer that. Bring your camera or phone where it is easy to reach, and be ready to take your shot without delaying the boat.

Yawasam: a quieter snorkeling pause

At Ko Ya Wa Sam, you get about 30 minutes to snorkel around two small islands. The stop is described as a way to avoid the tourist crowds, giving the day a different feel from Poda and Tup. It is the shortest water-focused stop, so make good use of the time if snorkeling is high on your list.

The operator provides snorkeling gear, but the information does not specify the type of equipment or whether a particular fit or size is guaranteed. If you have gear you prefer, ask the operator about bringing it. As with any sea outing, your enjoyment will depend in part on conditions on the day.

Phra Nang Beach: the sunset pause

Phra Nang Beach, on the Railay peninsula, is accessible only by sea, and the tour allows about an hour there. The plan is to relax on the beach, visit the caves and watch the sunset. This is the day’s longest stop after the two main island visits, and its slower pace is a welcome contrast to Chicken Island’s brief photo opportunity.

The beach is the key setting for the sunset portion, not simply a transfer point. You have time to sit on the sand and stay through the last light rather than needing to rush straight back to the boat. The cave visit is included in the stop, though the details do not specify a guided explanation or how much time is set aside for the caves.

Railay after dark: the plankton finale

The final stop is listed as Railay Beach, with about 10 minutes for plankton snorkeling or another natural highlight of the area. The tour’s broader plan is to swim or snorkel among glowing bioluminescence after dark before returning. That nighttime finish is the itinerary’s most unusual element, and it gives the outing a clear reason to run into the evening.

Keep the timing and conditions in perspective. The stop is short, and the information does not guarantee how bright the plankton will appear on a given night. The advertised activity is a chance to see the glow, not a promise of a particular spectacle. If you are uncomfortable swimming after dark, ask the operator what alternatives are available before booking.

What the price includes, and what to check

The listed price is $488.83 per group, with a stated maximum of 12. However, the inclusion details say the private-tour price is for two people. Each additional adult costs 1,300 THB, and each additional child costs 1,000 THB; those charges are paid in cash on the tour and include park fees, lunch and extras. Because the headline price and the two-person inclusion note can be easy to read differently, confirm the total for your group before you commit.

The stated inclusions cover hotel transfers from Ao Nang or Railay, a professional local guide, Thai lunch, water, soft drinks, fresh fruit, snorkeling equipment and insurance of 1,000,000 THB. National park fees of 200 THB per person are included for the two people covered by the base price. Transfers from Krabi Town, Khlong Muang or Tub Keek cost an extra 1,000 THB.

For two people staying in Ao Nang or Railay, the package gathers many of the day’s basics into one booking. For a bigger group, add the extra-person fees before comparing the cost with a shared tour. The advantage here is privacy and a long, varied route, not necessarily the lowest per-person price.

Timing, transfers, and who will enjoy it most

The start time is 12:30 pm, and the trip lasts about seven hours, returning at night. That schedule is useful if you want the afternoon free before departure, but it also means you should be ready for a full evening out. Transfers from Ao Nang and Railay are included. If you are staying farther away, the listed extra transfer charge applies to Krabi Town, Khlong Muang and Tub Keek.

The trip is best suited to people who want several island stops in one outing, enjoy swimming and snorkeling, and like the idea of seeing the coast change from afternoon light to sunset and night. A private boat can be especially appealing for couples, families or friends who value time together without sharing the boat with other parties. The maximum group size is 12, though the additional-person charges affect the final cost.

The operator lists a moderate fitness level. You should be comfortable with a day that includes boat travel, beach time and getting in and out of the water. Confirmation is provided at booking, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes made within 24 hours are not accepted, and cancellations inside that window are not refunded.

Should you book the 4 Islands Sunset Private Tour?

Book this trip if privacy matters to you and you want more than a daytime island circuit. The mix of Poda, Tup, Chicken Island and Yawasam, followed by sunset at Phra Nang and a planned nighttime plankton swim, gives the day a satisfying arc. The private boat, included lunch and transfers from Ao Nang or Railay add practical value.

Think twice if your priority is spending many hours on one island, avoiding extra costs for a larger party, or having a guaranteed plankton display. Chicken Island is only a 10-minute stop, Yawasam is about 30 minutes, and the nighttime swim is brief. For a small group that wants a personal, varied outing and is comfortable with the price, this is a strong way to see Krabi’s islands from afternoon into night.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts about seven hours and returns at night.

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 12:30 pm.

Is the speedboat private?

Yes. This is a private tour for your group, with a maximum group size of 12.

Which islands are included?

The route visits Koh Poda, Tup Island, Chicken Island and Koh Yawasam.

Does the tour visit Railay or Phra Nang Beach?

Yes. It includes Phra Nang Beach on the Railay peninsula and a final stop listed at Railay Beach.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Thai lunch, water, soft drinks and fresh fruit are included for the two people covered by the base price.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Use of snorkeling equipment is included.

Are hotel transfers included?

Transfers from Ao Nang and Railay are included. Transfers from Krabi Town, Khlong Muang or Tub Keek cost an extra 1,000 THB.

Are there extra charges for additional people?

Yes. Each additional adult costs 1,300 THB, and each additional child costs 1,000 THB. These charges are paid in cash on the tour and include park fees, lunch and extras.

Is a vegetarian lunch available?

Yes. A vegetarian option is available. Advise the operator when booking if you need one.