Seastar Into the Blue: Racha Noi, Racha Yai & Maithon Speedboat Day Trip

Three Islands, One Beautiful Andaman Adventure

This Seastar day trip journeys beyond Phuket’s busier island routes to Racha Noi, Racha Yai and the waters around Maithon Island. The experience balances remote beaches, clear-water snorkeling, beautiful viewpoints, tropical scenery and a final dolphin-searching cruise.

Departure schedule: This tour operates every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday only. Please check date availability before proceeding with your online booking.

The speedboat makes it possible to explore several distant locations within one day while leaving enough time to enjoy the beaches and underwater scenery.

Racha Noi: Phuket’s Quiet Island Escape

Racha Noi lies south of the better-known Racha Yai. With no permanent settlement and very limited development, the island retains a beautifully remote atmosphere. Its pale sand, brilliant turquoise water and peaceful coastal scenery make it one of the most memorable stops on this journey.

Take time to walk along the shoreline, swim in the clear water or capture photographs against one of the island’s most distinctive beach landscapes. This scenery is also associated with Jackson Wang’s Dawn of Us music video.

When sea and weather conditions permit, guests can also enjoy light activities such as paddleboarding or canoeing near the beach.

A Colorful Underwater World

Racha Noi is valued not only for its beaches but also for its impressive water clarity. Snorkeling locations around the island reveal coral formations, small reef fish and colorful marine scenery. Guests who are not confident swimmers may still enjoy the beach and boat experience. Snorkeling is optional and should always be undertaken with a life jacket and according to the crew’s safety instructions.

Beach Refreshments and Thoughtful Service

The day includes refreshments and meals arranged by the tour operator. Drinks, snacks and seasonal fruit help keep the journey comfortable between swimming, snorkeling and island exploration.

Racha Yai: Classic Tropical Beauty

Racha Yai offers a different atmosphere from its smaller southern neighbor. Its bays are known for soft beaches, clear water and relaxing tropical scenery.

After lunch and beach time, the journey continues to one of Racha Yai’s snorkeling areas. The exact bay may change according to tides, weather and daily marine conditions.

Maithon Island and the Search for Wild Dolphins

The final part of the adventure cruises through the waters surrounding Maithon Island, a private island fringed by vivid blue sea. The boat does not normally land on Maithon Island. Instead, the crew searches the nearby waters for the wild dolphins that occasionally appear in this area.

Dolphins are wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed. Even without an appearance, the cruise offers a beautiful conclusion to the day.

Who Is This Tour Suitable For?

This experience is especially suitable for travelers who enjoy snorkeling and clear-water destinations, couples and friends looking for photogenic island scenery, and visitors who want to experience both Racha Noi and Racha Yai. Because this is a long-distance speedboat journey, it may not be suitable for pregnant travelers, very young infants, elderly guests or anyone with serious back, neck or medical conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does this tour operate?

The tour operates every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday only. It does not operate every day, so please confirm availability before booking online.

Is hotel transfer included?

Free transfer is available from Patong, Karon and Kata. Other listed areas require an additional transfer fee of 100, 200 or 300 THB per person, payable in cash during the tour.

Does the tour land on Maithon Island?

No. The program normally cruises through the waters near Maithon Island to search for dolphins without landing on the island.

Are dolphin sightings guaranteed?

No. These are wild dolphins and their movements cannot be controlled or guaranteed.

Can non-swimmers join?

Yes. Non-swimmers can enjoy the beaches and scenery without snorkeling. Anyone entering the water must wear a life jacket and follow the crew’s instructions.

Is this suitable for small children or elderly travelers?

The route involves a relatively long speedboat journey. Infants, elderly travelers and guests with certain medical conditions should carefully consider the sea conditions before booking.

What should I bring?

Bring swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a change of clothes, waterproof protection for valuables, cash for any additional transfer fee and a photograph of your passport information page.

Booking Attention

• This tour operates every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday only. Please confirm date availability before proceeding with your online booking.
• Free hotel transfer is available from Patong, Karon and Kata. Additional transfer fees for other listed areas must be paid in cash during the tour.
• Infants aged 0-3 and the elderly are not recommended to participate.
• Customers over 60 years old are not covered by insurance and need to sign a waiver agreement.
• The age range for any optional deep diving experience is 12-55 years old.
• Pregnant women, disabled people, customers with asthma, hypertension, heart disease, serious diseases, and special groups with acute diseases are not recommended to participate. If any concealment is made, our company will not bear any responsibility.
• Everyone participating in the trip is requested to bring their complete passport information and take a photo on their mobile phone for emergency use. No need to bring your passport.
• If the local authorities deem conditions unsafe to sail, the tour will be canceled. You will be offered the choice to reschedule for a later date or receive a full refund. However, if the customer cancels the trip due to the weather, it will not be refundable.