Locals Island Private Charter — Phuket East Coast

It's an early start which is rewarded by a lovely sunrise and much reduced crowds at Maya Bay. The guide and crew were very helpful, especially with less confident swimmers and getting on and off the boat. The boat is swift and comfortable. Our guide Noi Noi was informative and also entertaining, as well as making sure everyone was safe. Really cannot fault this trip to a very beautiful, but over visited place. We saw everything including the picture postcard colours of the sea and islands, enjoyed being plied with snacks and drinks on the boat, morning tea with homemade banana bread and sticky rice, as well as a top Thai lunch on return to port.

As a seasoned traveler who has spent roughly two-thirds of my life around the world—and having visited all but one continent—I can say without hesitation that this was the best sea excursion I have ever taken. Simba Sea Trips delivers true excellence from start to finish. The experience is seamlessly organized door-to-door: from a perfectly timed pick-up in a very comfortable and spotless vehicle, to a neat and well-presented lounge at the departure harbor, to the impeccable cleanliness and comfort of the vessel itself (including an onboard toilet). Even the return, with a thoughtfully arranged lunch back at the harbor, reflects careful planning and execution with both care and style. The staff are outstanding—highly professional, knowledgeable, and attentive. They provide clear instructions, ensure safety at all times, and monitor guests with genuine care. You feel completely looked after and protected throughout the journey. The itinerary is exceptional, covering iconic and breathtaking locations. The highlight for me was witnessing the exact moment of sunrise—an absolutely magnificent and unforgettable experience. Food and refreshments are available throughout the trip, all of excellent quality and plentiful. Simba Sea Trips sets a very high standard. Highly, highly recommended.

Ein wunderschöner und perfekt organisierter Ausflug mit Simba zu den Phi Phi Inseln, Maya Beach und Monkey Beach! Das Schnorcheln war traumhaft — wir haben unzählige Fische und sogar kleine Haie gesehen. Ein ganz besonderes Erlebnis! Vielen lieben Dank an die tollen Guides Noinoi und David, die super freundlich, aufmerksam und hilfsbereit waren. Ein spezieller Dank an David, der mit unserer Tochter bei den Korallen getaucht ist und dabei wunderbare Aufnahmen gefilmt hat. Absolut empfehlenswert und ein echtes Highlight unserer Reise!

Very good experience. We chose the sunrise tour to avoid the crowds and thats exactly what simba gave us. Their timings are perfect. We were the first ones to reach Maya Bay. We got the entire beach to ourselves. Truly a memorable experience. The snokerling sights chosen by simba were excellent. We got to see marine life in abundance. The waters were crystal clear and had very less crowd. A SPECIAL MENTION TO OUR GUIDE SARA. She was extremely polite, cooperative, considerate. She explained each sight visit to us and gave us alot of time to explore the places. We were well taken care of.

Fabulous tour from start to finish. We were picked up at 4 40am, getting out to the islands before all the crowds and only 11 guests on board. The team were warm and very attentive. Our female tour guide was so full of energy and was hilariously passionate about helping us capture those memorable pics! Snorkeling we saw numerous baby sharks (and even a 1.5m+ one eeekkk!) and a cuttlefish. This was hands down the best island tour we've been on, topped up regularly with delicious snacks and drinks and finishing with a tasty lunch. Would recommend!

Service was great, guides were great! Absolutely amazing tour! So amazing that we just cancelled our next tour by other company and booked one more Simba tour❤️ Special thanks to everyone that made this trip unforgettable for us! Emin&Elvira

It's an early start which is rewarded by a lovely sunrise and much reduced crowds at Maya Bay. The guide and crew were very helpful, especially with less confident swimmers and getting on and off the boat. The boat is swift and comfortable. Our guide Noi Noi was informative and also entertaining, as well as making sure everyone was safe. Really cannot fault this trip to a very beautiful, but over visited place. We saw everything including the picture postcard colours of the sea and islands, enjoyed being plied with snacks and drinks on the boat, morning tea with homemade banana bread and sticky rice, as well as a top Thai lunch on return to port.

As a seasoned traveler who has spent roughly two-thirds of my life around the world—and having visited all but one continent—I can say without hesitation that this was the best sea excursion I have ever taken. Simba Sea Trips delivers true excellence from start to finish. The experience is seamlessly organized door-to-door: from a perfectly timed pick-up in a very comfortable and spotless vehicle, to a neat and well-presented lounge at the departure harbor, to the impeccable cleanliness and comfort of the vessel itself (including an onboard toilet). Even the return, with a thoughtfully arranged lunch back at the harbor, reflects careful planning and execution with both care and style. The staff are outstanding—highly professional, knowledgeable, and attentive. They provide clear instructions, ensure safety at all times, and monitor guests with genuine care. You feel completely looked after and protected throughout the journey. The itinerary is exceptional, covering iconic and breathtaking locations. The highlight for me was witnessing the exact moment of sunrise—an absolutely magnificent and unforgettable experience. Food and refreshments are available throughout the trip, all of excellent quality and plentiful. Simba Sea Trips sets a very high standard. Highly, highly recommended.

Ein wunderschöner und perfekt organisierter Ausflug mit Simba zu den Phi Phi Inseln, Maya Beach und Monkey Beach! Das Schnorcheln war traumhaft — wir haben unzählige Fische und sogar kleine Haie gesehen. Ein ganz besonderes Erlebnis! Vielen lieben Dank an die tollen Guides Noinoi und David, die super freundlich, aufmerksam und hilfsbereit waren. Ein spezieller Dank an David, der mit unserer Tochter bei den Korallen getaucht ist und dabei wunderbare Aufnahmen gefilmt hat. Absolut empfehlenswert und ein echtes Highlight unserer Reise!