Ao Nang to Phuket: Speed Boat Transfer with Krabi Hotel Pickup
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Overview
The Ao Nang to Phuket by Koh Yao Sun Smile Speed Boat experience offers a quick and easy way to travel between Krabi and Phuket. This is a water transfer service designed for travelers who want a smooth and efficient journey.
The adventure begins with a convenient hotel pick-up from major locations in Krabi, including Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Ao Nam Mao, Klong Muang, and Tubkaek Beach. Travelers will then board the Koh Yao Sun Smile Speed Boat at Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang. The boat makes short stops at Koh Yao Noi, Koh Yao Yai, and Naka Island to pick up or drop off other passengers. A transfer to another speed boat occurs at Chong Lad Pier on Koh Yao Yai, continuing the journey to Phuket. The final drop-off point is Bang Rong Pier in northern Phuket, where taxis are readily available for transport to hotels.
This service includes hotel pick-up in Krabi, one-way transport by speed boat, and basic travel insurance. It excludes hotel drop-off in Phuket. The Koh Yao Sun Smile Tour operates daily, offering a reliable transport option during both low and high seasons.




Highlights
Hotel Pickup Included: Start your trip stress-free with convenient pickup from your hotel in Krabi.
Fast Boat Ride: Enjoy a quick and efficient speed boat transfer to Phuket.
Island Stops: See Koh Yao Noi, Koh Yao Yai and Naka Island on the way.
Daily Service: Travel any day, during both high and low season.
Sentiment Analysis
People generally like how fast and easy the boat ride is, and that their bags are handled well. The main thing people may not like is that there is no hotel drop-off included.

Customers say the ride to Phuket is quick.
They mention it's fast and easy.
The boat isn't too crowded.
Staff take good care of your luggage.
Customers do not like that the ride does not drop them off at the Hotel
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 water transfer.
Nopparat Thara Pier
Nopparat Thara Pier is a key departure point in Ao Nang for boats heading to various islands and destinations, including Phuket. It's where passengers meet the Koh Yao Sun Smile Tour crew.
Koh Yao Noi
Koh Yao Noi is a peaceful island known for its unspoiled beaches, rubber plantations, and traditional way of life. It serves as a brief stopover for passenger transfers.
Koh Yao Yai
Koh Yao Yai is a larger island offering a tranquil escape with long stretches of sandy beaches and lush greenery. It's a stopover point where passengers switch to another speed boat.
Chong Lad Pier
Chong Lad Pier is located on Koh Yao Yai and is the transfer point where passengers change speed boats for the final leg of the journey to Phuket.
Naka Island
Naka Island is a small, exclusive island known for its luxury resorts and pristine beaches, where the boat may stop to pick up or drop off other passengers.
Bang Rong Pier
Bang Rong Pier is situated in the northern part of Phuket and serves as the arrival point for the boat transfer from Ao Nang. Taxis are available here for transport to hotels in Phuket.
Phuket
Phuket is Thailand's largest island, renowned for its beaches, vibrant nightlife, and numerous resorts and spas. It is the final destination of this transfer.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes hotel pick-up from Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Ao Nam Mao, Klong Muang, and Tubkaek Beach. The transport is a one-way trip by Koh Yao Sun Smile Speed Boat, and basic travel insurance is provided. Hotel drop-off in Phuket is not included. Meet the boat crew at Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang. Get dropped off at Bang Rong Pier in the north of Phuket.
Hot Tip
One helpful tip from reviews is that the boat ride is fast and easy. It's a good idea to have a taxi ready at Bang Rong Pier in Phuket to get to your hotel quickly after you get off the boat.