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The 15 Best Sunset Cruises in Krabi

33 tours  ·  from $23 a head

The sun sets behind the islands west of Ao Nang, which makes the water the best seat. These 15 compare dinner, snorkel stops and whether a plankton swim is part of the evening.

Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling - Yawasam and Ko Ma Tang Ming: time in the water
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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

1.7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,916 reviews · from $39Our pick

Spend seven hours island-hopping by traditional longtail boat from Ao Nang, with stops for snorkeling, a low-tide sandbar walk and sunset dinner on Koh Poda. An English-speaking guide leads the trip; past guides have included Green Curry, Dora and Daisy. Finish with a night swim to look for bioluminescent plankton near Koh Raeng.

“Great day ! All the team is very kind and always smiling. The weather was not with us today but with my mom we enjoyed this beautiful day. Snorkeling areas are beautiful and the bio-luminescent plankton at the end of the day was perfect. I highly recommend this activity !”

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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim - Ko Ya Wa Sam is the first long water stop
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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

2.Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,861 reviews · from $130Top rated

Set out from Ao Nang or Railay on a traditional wooden junk for island stops, snorkeling, kayaking and paddleboarding. The crew, including owner Michael and snorkeling guide Z, provides gear, snacks and a Thai buffet. After sunset, swim at Phra Nang Cave Beach and watch bioluminescent plankton sparkle around you.

“Krabi Sunset Cruises was an amazing experience!!! Michael and his crew were incredible and provided a unique fun-filled journey for everyone!!!!”

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Krabi: Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour - Ao Nang pickup and the first view of Phra Nang
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Krabi: Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour

3.Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 863 reviews · from $40

This six to six-and-a-half-hour Krabi boat tour visits Tup, Chicken and Poda islands, with snorkeling, a beach BBQ and a nighttime search for bioluminescent plankton. Hotel transfers, gear, drinks and an English-speaking guide are included. Guides such as M, Selina and Pichi have earned praise for keeping the trip friendly and well run, though the plankton and sunset depend on conditions.

“We really enjoyed this tour, we visited great islands, snorkelled with amazing fish and watched the sunset on a great beach! There is plenty of time at all the stops and the tour is a perfect length. Our guides were all really nice! The boat wasn’t too crowded / the islands weren’t too busy! Dinner was very good, lots of options and plenty of food! The plankton was an unexpected highlight :)”

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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Plankton Swim and BBQ - Seven islands, with a flexible definition
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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Plankton Swim and BBQ

4.7 Islands Sunset Tour with Plankton Swim and BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 808 reviews · 7 hours · from $49

Spend seven hours island-hopping by long-tail boat or speedboat, with snorkeling at Chicken Island and Koh Tan Ming, a beach BBQ at Phra Nang, and a night swim for bioluminescent plankton. Hotel pickup, a guide, fruit, drinks, and snorkel gear are included. The plankton can be faint, so time your trip for a dark, moonless night.

“Everything with this tour was great. We loved it. Thank you”

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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel - Tup Island’s sandbanks depend on the tide
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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

5.Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $117

Spend about six and a half hours cruising from Krabi to Phra Nang Cave Beach, Koh Poda, Tup Island and Chicken Island. A certified guide leads beach stops, daytime snorkeling and a night snorkel for bioluminescent plankton, with lunch and a sunset sandwich included. Groups are capped at 17, though guide names such as Sakeen and Stephane vary by departure.

“The crew worked so hard at making sure we had the best possible time and weather. Sexy Man was a great host and looked after us really well”

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From Phi Phi: Full Day 7 Island Tour by Longtail with Sunset - Monkey Beach and Viking Cave from the water
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From Phi Phi: Full Day 7 Island Tour by Longtail with Sunset

6.From Phi Phi: Full Day 7 Island Tour by Longtail with Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 637 reviews · from $35

Join an English-language, full-day longtail tour from Tonsai Bay, Koh Phi Phi. The 10:30 departure visits Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pi Leh Lagoon, Maya Bay, Shark Point and Bamboo Island, with snorkeling stops, lunch, fruit and a sunset ride. Expect a busy day on the water; transport to Phi Phi and the 400 THB national park fee are extra.

“Superb. Great friendly vibe, great stop offs and an overall amazing day”

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Krabi: Hong Island & Ko Pak Bia Tour with Sunset Dinner - Hong Island: beach time and a steep-view payoff
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Krabi: Hong Island & Ko Pak Bia Tour with Sunset Dinner

7.Hong Island & Ko Pak Bia Tour with Sunset Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 557 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $54

Spend an afternoon island hopping from Krabi or Ao Nang by speedboat or longtail, with time at Hong Lagoon, Ko Lao Lading, and Ko Pak Bia. Swim and snorkel, eat a beach barbecue, then look for bioluminescent plankton after sunset. Guides vary by departure; past tours have included Vee, Fee, Tina, and Cha.

“It was amazing!! Fee was so friendly and the overall tour was incredible!! It was the best island hopping Ive ever experienced!!”

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From Phi Phi Island: Maya Bay Sunset & Plankton by Speedboat - Snorkeling among fish, coral, and possible sharks
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From Phi Phi Island: Maya Bay Sunset & Plankton by Speedboat

8.From Phi Phi Island: Maya Bay Sunset & Plankton by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 555 reviews · from $46

This half-day speedboat trip from Phi Phi Island visits Monkey Beach, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, and Maya Bay, with reef snorkeling, sunset views, and a final swim among glowing plankton. Guides including Coco, Adam, and Courtney have led trips, and the crew supplies snorkeling gear, fruit, water, and soft drinks. Maya Bay access and sea conditions can affect the route.

“it was wonderful day. you absolutely need try this. Thanks to crew 🖤”

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Krabi: Railay Phra Nang & Diamond Cave Sunset Plankton Tour - Walking to Phra Nang Cave
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Krabi: Railay Phra Nang & Diamond Cave Sunset Plankton Tour

9.Railay Phra Nang & Diamond Cave Sunset Plankton Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 373 reviews · 5 hours - 390 minutes · from $28

Cruise from Krabi to Railay, walk to Phra Nang Cave, explore Diamond Cave and spend free time by the beach before sunset. The return boat stops for a chance to see bioluminescent plankton in the Andaman Sea. Guides include Jess, Peter, Leen and Nina, though your guide depends on the departure.

“It was very impressive to see the plankton. It’s really worth it to jump in the water in order to see them better!”

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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Hopping Cruise with BBQ & Plankton - Phra Nang Cave and beach set the scene
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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Hopping Cruise with BBQ & Plankton

10.7 Islands Sunset Hopping Cruise with BBQ & Plankton

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 250 reviews · from $37

Start with hotel pickup around noon, then explore Krabi’s island coast by speedboat, with stops that may include Phra Nang, Thale Waek, Chicken Island, and Poda. Expect snorkeling, fruit and drinks, a BBQ dinner at sunset, and a final chance to see bioluminescent plankton. Guides such as Jess, Palm, Bee, and Peter have led tours.

“Great, guide was so friendly and made sure everyone was okay!”

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Krabi: 4 Islands Sunset Longtail Boat Tour with BBQ Dinner - Railay’s coral and the first chance to snorkel
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Krabi: 4 Islands Sunset Longtail Boat Tour with BBQ Dinner

11.4 Islands Sunset Longtail Boat Tour with BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 194 reviews · 6 hours · from $48

Spend six hours by longtail boat visiting Railay, Poda, Chicken, Tup and Mor islands, with snorkeling stops, a beach BBQ and a nighttime swim for bioluminescent plankton. Guides such as Jess, Palm and Peter have led trips, though the crew can vary. Hotel pickup is optional, and the national park fee is extra.

“Unforgettable day! We were just the 2 of us on the beautiful long-tail boat so it was like a private trip. Our guide Palm is so nice and speak English better than myself, truly a lovely person such as the Capitaine and his assistant. They all take a great care of us, I can recommend the company which is very professionnal. Snorkeling and swim with bio luminescent planctons was crazy and the food was good. You can really go with confidence!”

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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel - Railay sunset and the night snorkel need careful checking
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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

12.Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews

Take a private longtail boat from Krabi to Hong Island and nearby beaches, with a guide, lunch, drinks, and snorkel gear. Choose your package carefully: the four-island, Railay sunset, and night-snorkel add-ons are not included in every option. Guides including Tuna, Ekky, Sakee, and Panja have been praised for attentive care.

“Ekky was the best tour guide! We got to see a lot of different spots in one day, and he made sure we were well looked after the whole time. Lunch was wonderful, sunset was beautiful, and we would highly recommend this tour. Make sure you ask for Ekky!”

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4 Islands Sunset + Plankton, Semi-Private Tour only 12 Guests - Tup Island is for swimming and shallow-water exploring
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4 Islands Sunset + Plankton, Semi-Private Tour only 12 Guests

13.4 Islands Sunset + Plankton, Semi-Private Tour only 12 Guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · from $81

Spend about seven hours exploring Poda, Tup, and nearby islands by speedboat, with beach time, snorkeling, a traditional Thai lunch, and a night swim for bioluminescent plankton. The group is limited to 12, with hotel transfers, a guide, drinks, fruit, and snorkeling gear included. Guides Hat and Joy have been praised for keeping the trip fun and well organized.

“We are so glad we did this sunset tour, Hat and the team were welcoming, fun and informative. Plenty of food and drink was provided throughout the afternoon. The time spent in each place was perfect for us, and snorkelling at night with bioluminescent plankton was an experience we won’t forget.”

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Private Phi Phi & 4 Islands Sunset Cruise by Speedboat - from Krabi - Viking Cave and Monkey Beach
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Private Phi Phi & 4 Islands Sunset Cruise by Speedboat – from Krabi

14.Private Phi Phi & 4 Islands Sunset Cruise by Speedboat – from Krabi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews

Set out from Krabi on an 8.5-hour private speedboat trip to Phi Phi and Krabi’s islands, with snorkeling stops, lunch, fruit and a sunset sandwich. Your certified guide can shape the day around your interests. Guides named on past outings include Egi, Eky and Kaw, though your guide may differ.

“Had an awesome time with our tour guide (Egi) and our boat’s crew. We were comfortable, the provided lunch was authentic and delicious (felt like it was packed by a Thai grandma), and we got to explore the natural beauty of Krabi in a unique and amazing way. I wouldn’t come to Krabi again without doing this in the future. Well worth the price”

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Krabi: Hong Island Sunset and BBQ Dinner Tour - Lading Island for snorkeling or a slower beach stop
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Krabi: Hong Island Sunset and BBQ Dinner Tour

15.Hong Island Sunset and BBQ Dinner Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 114 reviews · from $55

Cruise from Krabi to Hong Island’s lagoons and beaches, snorkel around Lading Island, then eat a beachside BBQ on Pakbia Island as the sun sets. Night snorkeling offers a chance to see bioluminescent plankton, though moonlight can make it faint. Hotel transfers, a guide, water, fruit, and snorkeling gear are included.

“This was the most amazing trip I have ever took anywhere in Thailand. It was supposed to be a relatively small group, but everyone else canceled so we were just the two of us! :) The speed boat was amazing, very comfortable and beautiful. But the biggest WOW was the team! and especially our guide name Bee. She was just the loveliest person ever! Her English was very very good, and her attitude was amazing. She did everything possible to make us comfortable and have fun. from the big details like where to stop and how much time to spend there, and until the small things like taking a Beach…”

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