Ao Phang Nga National Park is one of Thailand’s most breathtaking natural treasures, known for its emerald
waters, towering limestone cliffs, and hidden lagoons. Covering over 400 square kilometers in Phang Nga
Province, the park is home to more than 40 islands, each offering unique geological and ecological beauty.
The park gained global fame after its appearance in the James Bond movie “The Man with the Golden Gun”
and continues to attract travelers for its stunning scenery, mangrove forests, and diverse marine life.
- Boat Tours 🚢 cruise 🛥️ around the park’s limestone islands 🏝️ and sea caves 🦇🌊
- Kayaking 🛶 explore hidden lagoons 🌿 and mangrove forests 🌳 up close 👀💚
- James Bond Island 🎬 visit the famous movie location 🎥, Koh Tapu 📍🪨
- Koh Panyee 🏘️ discover the floating Muslim fishing village 🎣 built on stilts 🏠🇹🇭
- Wildlife Watching 🐒 spot sea eagles 🦅, monkeys 🐵, and colorful fish 🐠 in the park’s ecosystem 💚👀
- From Phuket 🏝️: Take a boat 🚢 from Ao Po Pier ⚓ or Phang Nga Bay Marina 🛥️ (1–1.5 hrs ⏱️) ✅
- From Krabi 🏖️: Join an organized tour 🤝 or private charter 🛥️ from Ao Thalane Pier 📍👍
- From Phang Nga Town 🏘️: Boats 🛶 depart from the national park’s visitor pier 🧭 at Tha Dan ⚓✅
- Bring sunscreen 🧴, a hat 👒, and plenty of water 💧☀️🎒
- Waterproof bags 🎒 are recommended for kayaking 🛶💦✅
- Respect conservation rules 🚫 — avoid littering 🗑️ or touching marine life 🐠🙏
- Early morning tours 🌅 are quieter 🤫 and better for photography 📸✨
- 8:00 AM – Depart 🚢 from Phuket 🏝️ or Krabi 🏖️ by boat 🛥️💨
- 9:30 AM – Explore limestone caves 🦇 and hidden lagoons 🌿👀
- 11:30 AM – Visit James Bond Island 🎬 and Koh Panyee village 🏘️🎣🗺️
- 1:00 PM – Lunch 🍽️ on the floating village 🍜😋🛶
- 2:30 PM – Kayaking 🛶 through mangrove forests 🌳💚🚣♀️
- 4:00 PM – Return 🚢 to pier ⚓👋
