Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat in Krabi
Krabi, Thailand

Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat

Outty Ranking 71 4.2 · 166 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $45

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71/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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4.2/5

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Is Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat worth booking?

Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat is a 7-hour experience in Krabi, Thailand, from $45 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 166 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
71 / 100
Rating
4.2/5 (166)
Duration
7 hours
From
$45 per person

Enjoy a breathtaking sunset and explore Krabi’s stunning islands. Snorkel among vibrant marine life at Yawasom Island, then admire the unique rock formation at Chicken Island. Walk along the shifting sandbank connecting

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy a breathtaking sunset and explore Krabi’s stunning islands. Snorkel among vibrant marine life at Yawasom Island, then admire the unique rock formation at Chicken Island. Walk along the shifting sandbank connecting Tup and Moh Islands before swimming and snorkeling in the clear waters of Taming Island. Relax on a white sandy beach, sunbathe, or explore the underwater world. Savor a delicious sunset dinner at Poda Island while watching the sunset. As night falls, experience the magic of plankton night at Koh Raeng with a mesmerizing night snorkeling session. With round-trip hotel transfers included, this seamless tour offers adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable natural beauty.

    What's included

    Included

    • Free round trip transfer from Krabi Town, and Ao Nang
    • Fruits by Seasoning, Soft Drinks, Drink Water & Thai Snack.
    • Life jacket
    • Snorkeling Equipment.
    • Accident Insurance.
    • Buffet Dinner , Drinking water, Fruit
    • English speaking Tour Guide.

    Not included

    • National Park fee (200THB per adult and 100THB per child) to be paid at point of entry
    • Extra transfer charge 100THB per person for Klong Muang and Tub Kaek area

    What you'll see and do

    1. Enjoy snorkeling with colorful marine animals and and corals the good place for diving and snorkeling.

      60 minutes here

    2. Chicken Island

      Enjoy snorkeling with an abundance of marine life in the coral reefs at Chicken Island , the popular location for nice snorkeling.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Tup Island

      Visit Tub Island a popular tourist destination with three islands connected by a wonderful sandbank at low tide. It’s one of Thailand’s unseen highlight.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    4. A miracle sandbank where are connecting with chicken Island at TUP & Mohr ISLAND

      60 minutes here

    5. Enjoy Snorkeling and swimming

      30 minutes here

    6. Poda Island

      Where you can spend of time here for relaxing , swimming and admiring the surrounding of beautiful scenery at Poda Island.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    7. Experience the magic of night snorkeling at Koh Rang, where glowing plankton light up the water around you.

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Krabi

    Or, you can also get picked up from your hotel.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Or, you can also get picked up from your hotel.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Oh-Hoo

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
    • Guests who are pregnant or have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are not recommended to join the tour
    • Child ticket age between 4-11 years.
    • If you stay at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas, please take the hotel shuttle boat to Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang.
    • If you stay at Railay Beach or Tonsai Beach, please come to the meeting point at Railay West Beach in front of Railay Village Resort.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 166 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    6 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Food and drink

    4 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Organization

    3 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.

    Traveler reviews

    166 verified traveler reviews for Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    98
    4 star
    28
    3 star
    22
    2 star
    8
    1 star
    10
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    Sonia_P · July 2026

    Great experience. Great...

    Great experience. Great people. Everything was perfect. I recommended this tour. Good food. 5 starts.

    via Viator

    victoriatF3762BU · December 2025

    Great Tour & Atmosphere — Plankton Not Guaranteed

    We really enjoyed this tour overall — the atmosphere was great, the team was friendly, and we appreciated that no one rushed us. The stops were long enough to swim, relax, and truly enjoy the beautiful islands. It felt like a well-organized and pleasant experience from start to finish. The only downside for us was the bioluminescent plankton part. We booked the tour specifically because we really wanted to see the glowing plankton — but unfortunately, we didn’t see any that night. We understand this is a natural phenomenon and not the operator’s fault, but it’s good for future travelers to know that the plankton isn’t guaranteed. If you choose this tour mainly for that experience, just keep in mind that you may not get what you’re paying for. Apart from that, everything was lovely and we had a great time!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and had such a positive time overall. We appreciate your note about the bioluminescent plankton it’s a natural phenomenon and not guaranteed, so your feedback is very helpful for future travelers. We’re glad the rest of your experience was lovely and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon. Best Regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team

    via Tripadvisor

    conniekP7166BE · August 2025

    Definitely worth doing

    We had such an incredible time on the Krabi 7 Island Sunset Tour! The staff really made the trip extra special – they were so helpful with taking photos and knew all the best spots for those perfect shots. Their advice on snorkelling was spot on too, which made it easy to enjoy the underwater world. Each island stop gave us just the right amount of time to explore if you don’t mind shorter visits, and the sunset was absolutely beautiful to watch from the boat. The real highlight, though, was the bioluminescent plankton – such a magical experience and unlike anything we’d seen before. All in all, a well-organised, friendly, and memorable tour that I’d definitely recommend!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review. We're so happy to hear you had an incredible time on the Krabi 7 Island Sunset Tour. We appreciate your kind words and high recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable adventure. Best regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team

    via Tripadvisor

    LisaHafford · August 2025

    A fantastic 7 island trip

    An absolutely fabulous all day tour guided by our amazing tour guide Palm. She was so informative and gave us great information all day long. We were really looked after. The different islands are spectacular and breathtaking. We had several stops and time was set aside to snorkel. The food was delicious. Palm our tour guide was exceptional. I would highly recommend this tour. You’ll love it.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a fabulous day overall. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back again for another unforgettable experience. Best regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team

    via Tripadvisor

    cmsreedhar · July 2025

    Exhilarating snorkeling experience and the sight of bioluminescent plankton.

    A comfortable Longtail boat ride, stunning island views and snorkeling experiences, a lovely beach at Poda island with a simple early dinner topped off with the amazing sight of bioluminescent plankton after sunset.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the comfortable longtail boat ride, the stunning island views, and the snorkeling experience. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure. Best Regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    7 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $45 to $1603
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    58
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 71

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)45
    Review evidence (18% weight)89
    Booking momentum (14% weight)86
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)80
    Local standing (8% weight)21
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Krabi.

    How much does Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat cost?

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    Prices start at $45 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Krabi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat take?

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    Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Krabi is not rushed.

    Is Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 166 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Krabi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat?

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    Around 58 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Krabi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Krabi and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Krabi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Krabi?

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    On Outty we rank every Krabi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full-Day Phi Phi Islands Tour with Lunch from Krabi, Phi Phi Early Bird & 4 Islands - Day Tour by Speedboat From Krabi, Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Krabi?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Krabi?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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