Phuket Dolphin Quest: Racha & Maiton Island Expedition
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Racha Island's pristine beaches
- Snorkel in Maiton Island's clear waters
- Spot playful dolphins in their natural habitat
- Enjoy a delicious onboard Thai lunch
- Experience a full-day adventure from Phuket
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip boat transportation from Phuket
- Snorkeling equipment and guidance
- Lunch and refreshments on board
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
Racha(Raya) Island is one of the top island hopping destination and one of Phuket's most beautiful island. You will get one of the best snorkeling destinations in the area along with beautiful white sand beaches! The tropical shores of Racha (Raya) Island are just far enough off Phuket's southern coast that the tourist troops haven't quite discovered it yet, but close enough to make it a worthy day trip destination. A 30-minute speedboat ride brings you to sun kissed beaches and turquoise waters favored amongst divers for coral reefs just teeming with aquatic life. Itinerary • 07:30am – 08:20am Pick up from hotel to Panwa Pier Phuket. • 08:30am Check-in and pick up your snorkeling gear and towel. • 09:00am Depart from Visit Panwa pier Phuket to Racha Noi island by speed catamaran. • 10:00am Arrived at Pirates beach relaxing on the white sand beach or swimming and snorkeling in crystal clear water. • 11:00am Snorkeling at Banana bay(Racha Noi) viewing corals and variety of colourful fishes. • 12:00am Departure from Racha Noi island to Racha island. • 12:30pm Buffet lunch on Racha island. After lunch relaxing on the beach. • 02:00pm Snorkeling at Racha island snorkeling point. • 03:00pm Departure from Racha island to Maiton island for finding dolphins (some days may not be found) • 04:00pm Take you back to Phuket with the impression. • 04:30pm Arrived at Visit Panwa pier Phuket and transfer to your accommodation. *The tour program is subject to change due to the weather & sea conditions*
Pick up from hotel to Panwa Pier Phuket and Check-in and pick up your snorkeling gear and towel.
Arrived at Pirates beach relaxing on the white sand beach or swimming and snorkeling in crystal clear water.
Buffet lunch on Racha island. After lunch relaxing on the beach.
Departure from Racha island to Maiton island for finding dolphins (some days may not be found)
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels
- Vegetarian meal options are available upon request
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the package
Know before you go
- Bring swimwear, a towel, and sunscreen
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for a boat trip
- Consider bringing a waterproof camera to capture underwater moments
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Child ticket: Age between 4-11 years.
- There is a minimum of 10 people required to run this tour! 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.
Traveler reviews
I will be back
Fantastic staff that made the trip fantastic. Beautiful islands and the snorkelling was stunning. Lunch was great and swimming in the beaches was so relaxing. Was a shame the dolphins were on holidays.
Misleading title
I give only 3 stars because the title of the tour is misleading. I thought we'll find dolphins or at least really try to find them instead of saying that dolphins are on "a holiday". But when we get to the briefing the guide says this trip is all about snorkeling, snorkeling, snorkeling. So we were really disappointed that we didn't see any dolphins that we went to see. So I wouldn't sell this excursion as "dolphin quest" cause that part was like slowly sailing next to Maiton island for 10 minutes. If the tour title would've been for the example "snorkeling excursion" I would've gave the 5 stars. Cause the guides and crew of the boat was excellent! And snorkeling places were beautiful!
Pretty water and best snorkeling
Beautiful water for snorkeling. Tour guides were amazing (Kathy and Moana) and very attentive. The water was very clear and pretty. The group tour was more than advertised but everyone was very happy. Only bad thing was food that was not good at all. Overall was amazing!!!
Beautiful swimming
What beautiful islands!! The first island was magical, no other boats there, only ours, so perfect to snorkel alone, especially for us who doesn't do it much We thought that the trip was well organised, until they decided that we didn't have enough time to visit Maiton beach, very disappointed that we had paid to see this. Unfortunately we didn't see any dolphins that day, which was a shame, then got told we was going back to base. A real let down about not seeing Maiton island