Traditional Wooden Longtail (Rua Hang Yao) Tours in Phang Nga Bay
The wooden longtail capital of Thailand. Boatbuilders in Ko Yao Noi and Phang Nga town still hand-build hulls using the same plank-on-frame methods passed down since the 1950s. James Bond Island and the karst hongs are best (only) accessed by longtail.
Available Traditional Wooden Longtail (Rua Hang Yao) tours in Phang Nga Bay
Common questions
How much is a Traditional Wooden Longtail (Rua Hang Yao) in Phang Nga Bay?+
Traditional Wooden Longtail (Rua Hang Yao) tours in Phang Nga Bay range from 850 to 3,500 THB ($25 to $100) depending on duration and whether shared or private charter. Check individual tour pages for exact pricing.
Where do Traditional Wooden Longtail (Rua Hang Yao)s depart in Phang Nga Bay?+
Traditional Wooden Longtail (Rua Hang Yao) departures in Phang Nga Bay are from the main piers and beach launches. Most cooperate-owned fleets run from a single dock. Each tour page lists the exact dock and pickup info.
When is the best time for a Traditional Wooden Longtail (Rua Hang Yao) tour in Phang Nga Bay?+
Peak season is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. Avoid Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep - longtails do not run in heavy swell.
What can I see by Traditional Wooden Longtail (Rua Hang Yao) in Phang Nga Bay?+
The wooden longtail capital of Thailand. Boatbuilders in Ko Yao Noi and Phang Nga town still hand-build hulls using the same plank-on-frame methods passed down since the 1950s. James Bond Island and the karst hongs are best (only) accessed by longtail.