If you’re planning your tropical escape from Phuket to the peaceful paradise of Koh Ngai (also known as Koh Hai), you’re in for a journey across some of Thailand’s most stunning seascapes. Although Koh Ngai doesn’t have a direct ferry from Phuket all year round, you can easily reach it with a combination of boat and van transfers.
Here’s your step-by-step guide:
🧭 Step-by-Step Transfer from Phuket to Koh Ngai
✅ Option 1: Speedboat (High Season – November to April)
- Route: Phuket → Koh Phi Phi → Koh Lanta → Koh Ngai
- Duration: 4.5 – 6 hours total
- Departure : at 08:30 AM
- Departure from : at Rassada Pier
- Booking: Through companies like Bundhaya Speed Boat, Satun Pakbara
- Pick-up: Hotel pickup in Patong, Kata, Karon, or Phuket Town
- Drop-off: Direct arrival at Koh Ngai Resort Pier
- Arrival Time : at 11:10 AM
🚨 Note: Direct speedboats may not run daily, so advanced booking is highly recommended during high season.
Booking click here : Phuket to Koh Ngai
✅ Option 2: Van + Ferry Combo (All Year)
- Step 1: Take a minivan or taxi from Phuket to Trang Pier (Pak Meng or Kuan Tung Ku Pier)
- Travel time: ~4.5 hours
- Step 2: Board a longtail boat or speedboat to Koh Ngai
- Travel time: ~45 minutes to 1 hour
- Best for: Travelers visiting from May to October (low season)
✅ You can book this combo via travel agencies in Phuket, or online through transport services like SmartenPlus.
🔍 Why Koh Ngai?
- Perfect for honeymooners, couples, and snorkeling lovers
- Easy boat connections to nearby islands: Koh Mook, Koh Kradan, and Koh Lanta
- Great stop on your Andaman Island-Hopping Route
✨ Travel Tips
- ✅ Bring cash – no ATMs on the island
- ✅ Most resorts offer beachfront pick-up via longtail boat
- ✅ Internet is available but can be slow – enjoy the digital detox!