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    Why Choose Simba?

    • Maximum 18 adults — The smallest cap of any Phuket day-tour operator.
    • Founded 2005 — 20+ years of continuous Andaman operations.
    • 6,010 reviews · 4.9★ — Independently verified across TripAdvisor, Google, GetYourGuide.
    • Award-winning operator — World Luxury Travel Awards 2025 — Best Boat Tours Thailand.
    • TAT Licence 34/02111 — Fully licensed, insured, regularly inspected.
    • All-inclusive pricing — Transfers, 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 Lola, our sports RIB, up to 5 passengers, on Phang Nga Sunset, Locals Island and Coral Delight; and our Sealine SC35 motor yacht, up to 6 passengers, on Phang Nga Bay full day, Phang Nga Sunset and Locals Island.

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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.

    Meet Captain Paul

    What Our Guests Say

    TripAdvisor★★★★★

    Yet another perfect tour with Team Simba. (DO NOT BE PUT OFF BY THE EARLY START TO THE DAY ITS DEFINITELY WORTH IT!!). Today Joseph, Captain & David took us on a brilliant boat trip with something for everyone. They stopped the boat en-route to Maya Bay to allow us to watch the sunrise. Amongst the first to arrive at Maya Bay, it was such a beautiful and peaceful place to enjoy the tasty breakfast, Simba provided. The stop by the monkeys and Viking Cave were interesting. The snorkelling was wonderful. It felt like you were swimming in a fish tank with all the beautiful fish. Joseph went out of his way to point out squid and other fish to us. A final stop on the beach to dry out before lunch was lovely. Lunch at the Yacht Club was perfect. They catered for our food allergies and was a perfect way to round off the day before the driver took us back to our accommodation. THANK YOU - what a special team of people you all are.

    Cameronv77

    2 days ago

    Google★★★★★

    Incredible experience with Simba. Although they are more expensive than other providers they are well worth the experience. They take a max of 18 people, although we only had 8 and 3 staff. Our captain, guide Noi Noi and deckhand David. All 3 were incredible and Noi Noi and David would get in the water and point out the sharks, snakes and fish for us to see. Being one of the first on Maya Bay meant less crowds and great photo opportunities. Then at every stop there after we were one of very few boats or the only people. The snacks were plentiful on the boat and the lunch back at the Marina was some of the best Thai we’ve had. Overall this was an incredible experience and a trip definitely paying additional for.

    Lauren Milner

    2 weeks ago

    GetYourGuide★★★★★

    An Absolutely Unforgettable Experience – Highly Recommended! This was truly one of the most incredible experiences of my life! A huge thank you to the entire Simba Sea Trips team, especially our wonderful tour guide, Mr. Noi, who was exceptionally kind, attentive, and knowledgeable throughout the day. We saw baby sharks, clownfish, and stunning rainbow-colored tropical fish while snorkeling. It honestly felt like swimming in an aquarium! The team knew exactly where to find the different marine species and guided us to the best spots, making the experience even more special. Everything was perfectly organized, from the snorkeling equipment and fins to the constant snacks and refreshments. The boat was extremely comfortable, and every little detail was thoughtfully taken care of. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience! It was truly magical, and we will remember this day forever. If you’re visiting Phuket, this tour is an absolute must! Thank you, Simba Sea Trips, and espec

    MELISA

    3 days ago