OUR PICKS · SPEEDBOAT BAY TOURS
A speedboat buys distance: the far side of the bay, three more islands, and time ashore a slow boat cannot reach. It also buys spray and noise. These 15 are the ones where the trade is worth it.
Take a 4 to 6 hour speedboat from Hurghada to Orange Bay and Magawish Island, with two 20 minute snorkeling stops, lunch, fruit, drinks, and an optional 5 minute parasailing flight. Guides such as Saif, Momo, Joo, and Hassan are praised for friendly, careful help.
“Absolutely fantastic trip! The captain and the guide were both friendly and welcoming! We would highly recommend!”
Start early from Tonsai Pier for Maya Bay before the crowds, then swim at Pileh Lagoon, spot monkeys, snorkel with reef sharks, and photograph Viking Cave. Choose the half-day trip or add Bamboo Island, lunch, and extra swimming with the full-day option.
“Highlight of our trip so far! Definitely book the full day to get to bamboo island it’s magical! It’s an early start but you miss all the larger tours from Phuket and are the first group into maya bay & bamboo island so you have the place to yourself before the bigger groups arrive a little later. We had lots of time for swimming, relaxing & snorkelling! Guide was amazing and very friendly!”
Take a fast boat from Hurghada to two Red Sea snorkeling sites and Orange Bay, with about 1.5 hours on the island. Guides such as Mido, Ahmed, Karim, and Wissam help in the water, while the crew provides gear, drinks, fruit, shaded seating, and hotel transfers.
“big thanks to Karim and Ahmed amazing people and very friendly. For us it was one of the best days during our vacation. not to forget the good attitude of Ivanna. Thank you for everything, see you again🤗”
Take a small-group speedboat from Agios Sostis through Laganas Bay, Myzithres, Keri Caves, and Marathonisi. You get three planned swim stops, turtle spotting, cave views, and a guide such as Jimmy, George, or Petros. Hotel pickup is available, but allow extra time for the van.
“Amazing activity and great value for money. We had an amazing guide who had fantastic knowledge about the islands caves and turtles. Also provide us with great humour and music!! Highly recommend taking part in this tour”
Join an English-speaking guide such as Nina, Sunny, or Nicky for a busy but well-organized day from Phuket. You will ride by speedboat, canoe through Panak and Hong Island, eat at Panyee Village, visit James Bond Island, and finish with swimming at Naka Island.
“Our guides, the day and the views were amazing. Thank you. The guide sonny made our trip unforgettable. Please book with this provider you will not be disappointed.”
Join Aveta Speedboat Tours for a four-hour trip from Zadar with up to 10 people. Swim in a quiet bay, visit Ošljak, and explore Preko and Galevac. Guides such as Jure, Josip, Joseph, and Željko provide drinks, local pointers, and a relaxed ride.
“A lovely day on the water and hopping off at beautiful stops. Perfection from start to finish 🚤”
From Nice’s Port, Chris, Benoit, Adrian, or another certified instructor takes you by speedboat to Villefranche Bay. You get a mask, fins, snorkel, and seasonal wetsuit, then about an hour to swim, spot fish and octopuses, and enjoy the Cape of Nice and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
“Our diving instructor Chris was great! He gave clear instructions and individual attention. The location was beautiful, and all of the equipment was in good condition. Definitely recommend Chango Diving if you’re looking for an adventure in Nice!”
Join a half-day speedboat trip from Tonsai Pier with guides such as Coco, Adam, or Courtney. Visit Monkey Beach, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, and Maya Bay, then watch sunset and snorkel with bioluminescent plankton. Water, fruit, soft drinks, equipment, and the park fee are included.
“Loved all the spots. Highly recommend. I really appreciated the time allocated to each spot. Didn’t feel rushed but also no mucking around or uncessary slowness just smooth. I also appreciated the song selection choice. Great guide. Great snorkeling. All round 10/10”
You will speed across Palma Bay from Playa del Arenal, pass the cliffs of protected Cap Rocat, visit sea caves, and stop for about 10 to 15 minutes to swim or sunbathe. The boat carries no more than 12 people, and captain Chico is a name worth asking for if available.
“Great fun, highly recommend! There is also a lovely restaurant nearby called La Marina to eat in when you’re done!”
Take a 7-hour Wangsai Speed Boat trip from Krabi or Ao Nang to Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Bamboo Island. Guides such as Sanan, Bee, and Eddie have been praised for friendly service, while lunch, snacks, fruit, drinks, hotel pickup, and snorkeling gear are included.
“Eddie our guy has been an absolute diamond. Very informative and very well organised and all the safety measures were good too.”
Cruise from Vlorë to Haxhi Ali Cave, Dafina, Bristani, Englishman Bay, the Blue Cave, and Grama Bay. You will swim, snorkel, and relax on a small speedboat with drinks, snacks, and guides speaking English, Italian, and Albanian.
“the blue Cave was magnificent also the staff ! everything well organized”
Join Sea Horizon at Park Slobode for a three-hour speedboat ride through the Bay of Kotor. Swim near the Blue Cave, see a former submarine tunnel, and visit Our Lady of the Rocks. Guides such as Voign, Marco, and Andrea are praised for friendly help, clear local stories, and flexible group service.
“The event was great. We went in December and it was a little cold but it was still worth it. Our guide was also very kind. Thank you!”
Take an eight-hour speedboat trip from Phuket to Phi Phi, Maya Bay, Pi Leh Lagoon, Monkey Beach, and Khai Islands. You get hotel transfers from selected areas, breakfast, snorkeling gear, drinks, fruit, lunch, and an English or Thai guide. Maya Bay is currently viewed offshore only.
“Well organized tour and friendly and funny staff. Anytime again.”
Spend 7 to 8 hours on a fast boat from Vlore, visiting Haxhi Ali Cave, Blue Cave, Grama Bay, and beaches along the Karaburun Peninsula. Expect swimming, snorkeling, music, and a lively group setting. Captains such as Edison and Klejsi have earned praise for their friendly service.
“We were asked to leave the boat before even leaving the harbour because our children is not ok with 120 decibel music and was in tears. We love music but at that level it’s crazy. The arrogant skipper was not even willing to turn it down to acceptable levels. We were refunded but it was our only full day in Vlore and thanks to them we missed out on seeing the sights which was the very reason for us being here”
Join an English-speaking crew from McDonald’s beside Tonsai Pier for a 4 to 6-hour speedboat trip around Phi Phi. Visit Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Bay, Viking Cave, and Loh Samah Bay. The afternoon trip adds sunset and bioluminescent plankton. Guides such as Ax are lively, attentive, and good at keeping the day moving.
“The tour was very good! Perfect lenght and the locations were brilliant. We loved it and would recommmend it to erveryone. Guides were very friendly and funny!”
An hour around a harbour, a full day with a swim stop, or a cabin and a sunrise.
