John Gray’s Private Hong by Starlight Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
9574P635
Overview
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Basic accident insurance
- Life jacket
- Professional and experienced English speaking guide
- National Park entrance fee
- Kayak equipment including a dry bag
- Hotel round-trip transfer on the entire Phuket island including airport pick-up and drop-off service
- Lunch, dinner, bottled water, herbal tea & seasonal fruits
- Caveman's SOTAR sea kayaks
Not included
- Hotel pickup from remote locations in Phang Nga, or from private villas/rentals
Itinerary
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1
Ao Po Pier
This private sea cave kayaking trip from Phuket starts at midday to avoid the crowds, with a convenient pickup service by luxury air-conditioned minivan from the entire Phuket Island. After a health checkup at Ao Por Pier, you will cruise by a spacious 2-deck tour bout into Phang Nga Bay and will receive a detailed briefing about the nature and geological site. You will also learn how to securely enter the caves and hongs (Thai for room) by the hand-made SOTAR kayaks which are specially designed for this trip.
1h Admission free -
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Phang Nga Bay.
It will then be time to start paddling through limestone caves and lagoons with your highly experienced guide in the dramatic setting of Panak Island. Your professional guide will paddle you and your group through the 'Tidal Nape' sea caves inside Phang Nga Bay’s marine limestone karstic islands. The hidden cliff-lined lagoons are populated with macaques, water monitors, kingfishers, mud-skippers, egrets, sea eagles, and brahminy kites. Later, return to the escort boat and move on to the second place named Hong Island - which has two more caves and hongs for you to explore.
10h Admission free -
3
Ko Pa Nak
You will finish after dark by floating your own self-made “Krathong” flower in a spiritual and spectacular natural light show. This evening Loi Kratong ceremony complete with fireflies and dinoflagellates (bio-luminescent plankton) is bound to be a spiritual experience. You'll finally savour a delicious seafood/vegan buffet on the trip back, before returning to the pier 2 hours after sunset.
3h Admission free -
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Ice Cream Cave
Itinerary: • 10:30 - 12:00: Hotel pickup service in Phuket • 12:00 - 12:15: Undergo a short health checkup by our staff • 12:15 - 13:00: Meet the crew at Ao Po Pier & get instructions • 13:00 - 13:10: Departure by escort boat to Phang Nga Bay • 13:10 - 14:10: Enjoy lunch on board the tour boat • 14:10 - 16:15: Paddle by kayak into the lagoons of Koh Phanak • 16:15 - 16:30: Continue to Hong Island • 16:30 - 17:30: Sightseeing & kayaking at Koh Hong • 17:30 - 18:15: Free time for relaxing • 18:15 - 18:45: Make your own Krathong & have dinner on the boat • 18:45 - 19:15: Float the self-made Krathong in the cave of Phanak Island • 19:15 - 19:30: See phosphorescent plankton • 19:30 - 20:30: Head back to Phuket • 20:30 - 21:00: Transfer to your hotel
1h Admission free -
5
Hongs of Phang Nga
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3h Admission free -
6
Koh Panak Cave
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3h Admission free -
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10h Admission free -
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John Gray's Sea Canoe
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10h Admission free -
9
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10h Admission free
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Get picked up from your hotel on the entire Phuket Island. If you are staying on the hill, you have to come to a nearby hotel. The exact pickup time will be confirmed by email after you have made the booking. Pick-up and drop-off service from/at Phuket Airport is also available. In this case let us know the flight number of arrival/departure flight.
Schedule
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
We drove from Khao Lak to Phuket and we were dropped off by the docks for the John Gray kayak tour. The experience was amazing! The admission fee was set at a very reasonable price. We were at sea for approximately 8 hours. During our time there we kayaked through various caves and explored hidden bays. All in all it was an amazing day. I highly recommend the tour and you will get a great return on your investment.
If you only choose one activity in Phuket, this is without a doubt the top choice.
Our family had an absolutely unforgettable experience with John Gray’s Sea Canoe, and it was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Phuket. From the moment we arrived, the entire team made us feel incredibly welcome. The hospitality was outstanding, and everyone was warm, friendly, and genuinely passionate about making sure we had a great day. The food was exceptional, with an amazing selection of delicious Thai dishes throughout the trip. There was plenty to enjoy, and every meal exceeded our expectations. The canoeing experience itself was simply spectacular. Our guides were incredibly experienced and skilled, confidently navigating us through narrow cave passages into breathtaking hidden lagoons. It was amazing to watch how they expertly read the tides and water levels, knowing the perfect moment to enter each cave safely. Their knowledge and professionalism gave us complete confidence throughout the journey. We also loved being able to swim and canoe around the main boat, which added another fun dimension to an already incredible day. If you’re visiting Phuket, this tour is an absolute must. It’s beautifully organised, professionally run, and offers a truly unique way to experience the stunning limestone caves and hidden lagoons. This is one of the best tours we’ve ever done and, without question, one of the top experiences in Phuket. Highly recommended!
We had an amazing time! We had a large group of us go and we had the best time. The staff was great and so welcoming! Our guide Noo was truly amazing. He went above and beyond! He made my friend and I flower crowns and made out day! He was so fun and made the experience amazing!
This kayaking tour was easily the highlight of our trip! We got to explore beautiful caves and see incredible scenery that we never would have experienced otherwise. Even though it was raining during our tour, it didn't take away from the experience at all. Our guide, New, went above and beyond to make sure everyone had an amazing time, kept the energy positive, and made the adventure both fun and memorable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area—it was an unforgettable experience!
We were given the details of this trip from a friend at the hotel we stayed at, so glad we went as the Staff were amazing and thoughtful, they put on two delicious spreads for the tour. The tour itself was divine. We went through three separate caves, enjoyed seeing the wildlife (which included monkeys, bats, mud skippers and sea egrets) - the ending at the final cave where we were able to see the bioluminescent plankton. Thank you so much to the amazing Staff - Definitely will do this again.
An unforgettable authentic experience kayaking through the sea caves with your own guide. Staff in abundance, super friendly and accommodating. Not overcrowded like many tours.
This was an incredible experience. The entire team from onboard, to the incredible kitchen staff and their wonderful food, to Term our kayak tour guide who went above and beyond with safety, entertainment and explanation, this was a must see, well ran, top experience! Highly recommend!
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 10h.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 12:00
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 9574P635
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