Who wouldn't want to relax when they have a free day?

Mai Ton Island is located near Phuket Island and is privately owned, unlike national park islands such as the Similan Islands or Phi Phi Islands. Therefore, there is no park fee, but the island entry fee is quite expensive. According to inquiries, if you do not come with a tour company that has a contract with Mai Ton Island, the island entry fee is 2,500 baht per person.

Therefore,

1. It is recommended to book with a tour company that has a contract with the island. This will make the process easier and ensure that your trip will take place as planned.

2. Numerous tour operators offer trips to Koh Mai Thon at comparable prices.

3. The price of a trip to Koh Mai Thon by catamaran (sailboat) is approximately 3,000 - 3,200 baht per person.

4. As Koh Mai Thon is located near Laem Panwa Pier, it takes only 30 minutes by speedboat to reach the island. However, the trip does not offer many exciting activities. Therefore, it is recommended to take a catamaran instead, as the price difference is minimal.

(To make the most of your trip, you need to capture some amazing profile pictures.)

I booked this trip through Discover Catamaran.

Regardless of the booking company, all boats operating to Koh Mai Thon are under the island's control. However, Discover Catamaran offers a smooth and hassle-free booking experience. Alternatively, Fantastic Similan Travel, a partner of Discover Catamaran, also provides booking services. Prices remain consistent across both platforms, allowing you to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Let's embark on our journey!

The departure point for Koh Mai Thon is Dolphin Pier, located within the deep-sea port of Laem Panwa, Phuket. It is situated a short distance from Phuket town.

For those who drive to the port themselves, there is an open-air parking lot at the port.

Let's take a look at the pier where we will board the ship.

The spacious and aesthetically pleasing interior of the building provides a comfortable waiting area for customers.

However, in reality, no one was sitting inside. This is because on beautiful days like the one I was traveling, tourists prefer to sit outside.

The weather outside today is pleasantly cool but sunny, which we think is just fine.

Celebrities had ample time to take photos and selfies.

P.S.

1. This port does not offer breakfast, tea, coffee, or any food services. Tourists are advised to have breakfast at their hotel beforehand. However, if you wake up late and miss breakfast at the hotel, you can order drinks here, but you will have to pay for them yourself. They are not included in the tour price.

2. Regardless of which tour you book, keep an eye out for check-in points, as there are numerous locations and companies.

Are you ready? Let's go!

The vessel we boarded was a Catamaran sailboat, propelled by both an engine and wind power. Notably, this trip had a limited number of passengers, only 20 individuals.

The front of the house has comfortable seats for us to enjoy the breeze and the smell of the sea. We can also take pictures comfortably. (Lucky 2nd floor: the customers who came with us were families with children, so they sat inside.)

Take a peek inside. This is the seating area at the back of the boat. (If the weather looks bad and there are waves, it's a good idea to grab a seat here.)

However, today the weather is good and there are only small waves. We think that sitting outside is much more beautiful, so we quickly booked a seat outside.

What could be better than cruising slowly, enjoying the view, taking fun photos (almost rolling around every spot on the boat)?

Posing with a sailboat makes for a stylish and sophisticated photo opportunity.

Although the boat is not very big, there are still many beautiful angles for taking pictures.

The guide invited the customers inside to come out and take photos together. We also divided the space so that they could take beautiful photos. They were lovely Chinese tourists.

On the way to Ko Mai Thon, the guide invited us and other passengers to try our hand at fishing.

Did I catch anything? Let me tell you, I didn't catch a single fish. Haha! But the photos I took while dangling from the hook aren't bad at all.

Shortly after fishing (taking photos with legs dangling), the boat arrived at "Ko Mai Thon," where you can go snorkeling or swim.

Just looking from the boat, I can see the fish.

The friendly guide helped us put on our life jackets.

Fortunately, another boat carrying customers arrived at the same time, allowing us to capture a full view of the ship.

When the island of Mai Thon is in front of you.

A must-visit photo spot for everyone.

Upon arrival, the tide was high and there were small waves. The sea was not as sparkling as we had seen in various reviews.

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The island has a building that was previously a hotel, but it is currently not open to the public.

The guide suggested we relax, swim, or wait for 30-40 minutes before lunch.

Upon noticing the prepared food, which was covered, I swiftly requested the staff to uncover it for a quick photograph.

Let's take a look at the food we will be eating.

The food is served buffet-style, so guests can walk around and choose what they want. The menu is similar to other island tours, with the addition of a barbecue station for shrimp and squid.

Fearing that the Chinese tour group would take all the skewers, the staff distributed 2-3 skewers to each person.

I believe that if it runs out, I can request more.

We couldn't finish it because there was already a lot of other food.

Full and ready to explore! Let's take a look at the island's beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters.

The beach of Koh Maiton is exceptionally white and expansive, offering ample space for today's visitors.

The sea is beautiful and clear.

The sea has gentle waves, but I think it makes it less lonely.

We have ample time to enjoy swimming or snorkeling in the beachfront area, just like other guests.

Strolling along the beach is a great option, as long as you don't mind the bright sunshine that makes the sea so beautiful.

However, if you prefer not to swim in the sea, there is a swimming pool available.

Or, if you prefer, a relaxing massage is also available.

As the afternoon wanes, the tide recedes, revealing the captivating beauty of Ko Mai Thon's coastline.

Around 2:30 PM, it was time to leave Koh Mai Thon. Before departing, we couldn't resist taking a few more photos of the stunning scenery around the pier.

Thank you for the beautiful weather.

Thank you Discover Catamaran www.facebook.com/discovercatamaran

Thank you, Fantastic Similan Travel.

Thank you all for reading and watching the pictures until the end... See you at Ko Mai Thon.