Khai Islands off Phuket: tiny tropical islets, shallow turquoise, white sand, a speedboat

Khai Islands from Phuket: the right trip for a short island day

Khai Nai, Khai Nok and Khai Nui are close to Phuket. The short speedboat ride, shallow water and lower starting price make this a good fit for families and anyone who does not want a long day at sea. Tours from ฿1,490 including transfer.

The Khai Islands are three small sandy islands, not three big Phi Phis. Khai Nok is known for its free-roaming cats, Khai Nai has the wider beach, and Khai Nui is usually a short snorkeling stop. Please do not feed the cats, and keep children supervised around them.

The crossing is about as short as Coral Island. Khai works well if Maya Bay is not a priority and you want a straightforward, budget-conscious day on the water. Snorkeling is shallow and suitable for beginners.

🐱 From ฿1,490
🚤 Very close to Phuket
👨‍👩‍👧 Families
📅 Year-round
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Aerial drone view of the three Khai Islands at golden sunset over the Andaman Sea, turquoise water and white sandy beaches, Phuket, Thailand

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* Free pickup service available
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What is included on a Khai Islands trip?

✓ Included

  • Hotel transfer
  • Speedboat
  • Snorkeling equipment and life jacket
  • Lunch, depending on the tour
  • Insurance

✗ Not included

  • Tips
  • Cat food – please do not feed them

Khai Islands through the year

Year-round

The short crossing often makes Khai possible even in moderate weather. Visibility is generally better from November to April; from May to October the islands are often quieter.

Respect the cats and the reef

Please do not feed or pick up the cats, and wash your hands after contact. Keep an eye on children. Even in shallow water, never stand on coral.

Khai Islands: is this the right trip for us?

What is Cat Island?

This means Khai Nok, where free-roaming cats live. Photos are fine, but feeding or picking them up is not recommended.

The speedboat often takes less than 20 minutes. The islands are in roughly the same area as Coral Island.

Yes. The water is shallow and suitable for beginners. For more developed reefs, Racha or Similan is a better fit.

Yes. The short ride and shallow water work well for families. Keep a respectful distance from the cats and supervise children.

Tours start at ฿1,490. Combination trips cost more but add stops, so compare the day’s itinerary before deciding.