This tour runs in the afternoon and into the evening, and the timing makes all the difference. You get to experience the Hong Islands without the morning crowds, watch the sun drop behind the limestone cliffs in one of the most cinematic settings in Thailand, and then stay out after dark to swim with bioluminescent plankton near Ao Nang. It's a genuinely memorable combination.
Hong Island Sunset Tour with Plankton Swim
Description
Pricing
Adult
Age 12+
THB 1,595
per person
Child
Age 4–11
THB 1,395
per person
Infant
Age 0–3
Free
no charge
Optional: upgrade to speedboat for +THB 200 per person. Faster transfer to the islands (about 20 minutes vs 40 by longtail) and a drier ride. Best for guests prone to seasickness or anyone who wants more time on the islands.
National park fees are paid separately on arrival, in cash.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Klong Muang, Tub Kaek, Railay)
- Hong Islands sunset tour by longtail boat or speedboat
- Swimming with bioluminescent plankton near Ao Nang
- Friendly English and Thai-speaking guide
- Sunset Thai-style BBQ dinner on the beach
- Fresh fruits and drinking water
- Life vests and snorkeling gear (mask and snorkel)
- Accident insurance
Not Included
- National park fees: 300 THB/adult, 150 THB/child (pay in cash)
- Personal expenses, alcoholic and soft drinks
Practical Details
Pickups from Krabi Town, Klong Muang, and Tub Kaek are between 11:30 and 12:00. Ao Nang and Railay pickups are between 12:00 and 12:30. The boat departs from Nopparat Thara Pier at 12:30. Return to the pier is around 18:30, with hotel drop-offs completing by approximately 19:30.
Minimum age is 2 years old. This tour operates every day, weather permitting. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour date. The bioluminescent plankton swim depends on tidal and seasonal conditions and is not guaranteed on every departure.
More information
- Duration
- 8h
- Language
- English-speaking guide
- When to book?
- Book up to your start date subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
- Type of voucher
- Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
- Pets
- Not permitted
- Luggage
- Not permitted on board. Please leave large bags at your hotel.
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Free cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
Pickup & meeting point
Hotel pickup included
Every tour comes with free hotel pickup from Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Klong Muang and Tub Kaek. Our staff will confirm the exact pickup time once your booking is received. No need to find your own way to the pier.
Prefer to come yourself?
If you'd rather skip the hotel pickup, meet us at Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang. Let us know when you book and our staff will send you the exact meeting time after your booking is received.
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- OOlivia M.Apr 2026·Verified customer★★★★★
Absolutely magical. The sunset at Hong Island is one of the most beautiful things I've seen and the plankton swim afterwards felt like being in a dream. Every movement in the water creates blue sparks. Unreal.
- MMatt T.Apr 2026·Verified customer★★★★★
Good tour. The plankton wasn't as bright as I hoped but it was still an experience. Sunset was lovely and the BBQ was nice.
- RRavi K.Mar 2026·Verified customer★★★★★
Had a fantastic time. The plankton glow was much better than I expected, honestly didn't think it would be so bright.
- FFinn H.Mar 2026·Verified customer★★★★★
Do this tour. Just do it. The sunset was incredible and the plankton swim at the end was worth it alone. I've never seen anything like it.
- OOlivier B.Mar 2026·Verified customer★★★★★
Belle soirée. Le plancton était un peu moins brillant que prévu mais le coucher de soleil et le BBQ étaient parfaits.