Ao Nang ➡️ Koh Yao Yai: Speed Boat Transfer
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Overview
Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai by Koh Yao Sun Smile Speed Boat offers a quick and easy way to travel between these beautiful Thailand destinations. This is a simple water transfer service, perfect for travelers who want a direct route without the fuss.
The journey begins with a convenient hotel pick-up from Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Ao Nam Mao, Klong Muang, or Tubkaek Beach. Travelers will then meet the Koh Yao Sun Smile Tour boat crew at Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang. From there, a speedboat whisks passengers away to Koh Yao Yai, with a brief stopover at Koh Yao Noi to pick up or drop off other travelers. Upon arrival at Chong Lad Pier on Koh Yao Yai, taxis are readily available for a ride to the hotel.
This service includes one-way transport by speedboat and basic travel insurance. Please note that hotel drop-off on Koh Yao Yai is not included. With daily departures and multiple departure times during the high season (November to April), getting to Koh Yao Yai is easier than ever. Koh Yao Sun Smile Tour is known for its reliable service.



Highlights
Quick Transfer: Reach Koh Yao Yai fast by speedboat.
Hotel Pickup: Start your trip with convenient pickup from your hotel in Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Ao Nam Mao, Klong Muang, or Tubkaek Beach.
Easy Arrival: Taxis are available when you get to Koh Yao Yai.
Daily Departures: Boats leave every day, all year.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally like the fast, comfortable speedboat ride and the convenience of hotel pickup. Some found the meeting point confusing and wanted hotel drop-off.

Customers liked that the ride was fast.
They said the boat was comfortable.
Customers appreciated the hotel pickup.
Many customers were happy the boat was on time.
Some customers said it was hard to find the boat.
Other customers wished there was a hotel drop-off.
The Journey
Ao Nang
Ao Nang is a vibrant beach town in Krabi, Thailand, known for its stunning limestone cliffs, beautiful beaches, and as a gateway to nearby islands. It serves as the starting point for this tour, offering hotel pick-up services for travelers.
Krabi Town
Krabi Town is the main urban center of the Krabi province in Thailand. While not directly on the coast, it's a crucial transport hub and offers a glimpse into local Thai life, with markets, temples, and riverside attractions.
Ao Nam Mao
Ao Nam Mao is a coastal area near Ao Nang, known for its quieter beaches and relaxed atmosphere. It provides another pick-up location for the speedboat transfer to Koh Yao Yai.
Klong Muang
Klong Muang is a serene beach area north of Ao Nang, offering a peaceful escape with luxury resorts and unspoiled scenery. It's included as a pick-up point for the Koh Yao Yai transfer.
Tubkaek Beach
Tubkaek Beach is one of Krabi's most secluded and picturesque beaches, known for its stunning sunsets and views of the Hong Islands. It also serves as a convenient pick-up location for the speedboat journey.
Nopparat Thara Pier
Nopparat Thara Pier is a key departure point in Ao Nang for boats heading to various islands, including Koh Yao Yai. This is where you will meet the Koh Yao Sun Smile Tour crew and board the speedboat.
Koh Yao Noi
Koh Yao Noi is a tranquil island located between Phuket and Krabi, known for its laid-back atmosphere, rubber plantations, and stunning beaches. The speedboat makes a brief stopover here to pick up or drop off passengers.
Koh Yao Yai
Koh Yao Yai is a larger, less developed island than Koh Yao Noi, offering a peaceful retreat with pristine beaches, mangrove forests, and a glimpse into traditional island life. The destination of this speedboat transfer.
Chong Lad Pier
Chong Lad Pier is located on the southwest coast of Koh Yao Yai and serves as the arrival point for the speedboat transfer. From here, travelers can easily find taxis to reach their respective hotels on the island.
Know Before You Go
This transfer includes hotel pickup from Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Ao Nam Mao, Klong Muang, and Tubkaek Beach, one-way speedboat transport, and basic travel insurance. It does not include hotel drop-off on Koh Yao Yai. After pickup, travelers will meet the boat at Nopparat Thara Pier. The boat will drop off at Chong Lad Pier on Koh Yao Yai.
Hot Tip
To make your trip smooth, confirm your exact pickup time after booking. Get to the pier a little early so it’s easy to find the boat. Taxis are waiting at Chong Lad Pier on Koh Yao Yai to take you to your hotel.