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Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting

About 6 hours with hotel transfer Sunset cruise Maiton Island (Ko Mai Thon), Phuket, Thailand
Starting from · per person₹6,712
How longAbout 6 hours with hotel transfer
Prices checked
How it runsSet boarding time

Highlights

  • Maiton Island (Ko Mai Thon), a small island south-east of Phuket known for coral and clear water (tourismthailand.org)
  • By catamaran, with dolphin spotting on the way, as the operator names the cruise
  • The sunset on the water on the way back
  • About 6 hours with hotel transfer; shared tour or private tour

Is it right for you?

Seniors
Good for seniors: A catamaran is wide and steady and the day is about 6 hours, easier than a speedboat crossing
Getting around
Little walking
Children
Toddlers can come, with the usual care near the water when the boat is close to shore
Setting
Outdoors
Time of day
Afternoon, Evening
Pickup
Hotel pickup included

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From the operator's and venue's own published information. Tell your captain about anyone's mobility, age or food needs and we confirm the details for your date.

The story

Maiton Island, Ko Mai Thon in Thai, is a small island south-east of Phuket known for its coral, clear water, powdery beach and unhurried feel, good for swimming and sunbathing; boats go there from Rawai (Tourism Authority of Thailand, checked 24 Sep 2026). The operator's cruise goes there by catamaran, with dolphin spotting and the sunset, for about 6 hours including the hotel transfer. It is a different trip from the operator's Phi Phi and Maiton catamaran day with lunch, which spends the day at both. The operator does not name the operator or the pier, give a timetable, say whether and how long the boat stops at the island, or whether food and drinks are served, so your captain sends the operator's programme for your date with the quote.

What it feels like: a catamaran is a wide, steady boat with room to spread out on deck, and in the afternoon the light over the Andaman Sea is soft and gold rather than harsh. Everyone watches the water on the way out in case the dolphins show; some days they do and some days they do not, and the looking is half the fun. Then Maiton Island, with clear water and a swim if the programme stops there, and the ride back as the sun goes down, which is the moment the evening is for.

Who this suits, and why: honeymooners and couples marking an anniversary, for the sunset; the school-holiday family and the multigenerational group, because a catamaran is steadier than a speedboat and the day is short; seniors who want time on the water without a long, bumpy crossing. Toddlers can come, with the usual care near water.

What happens on board

Boarding time and point are confirmed for your date.

  1. Collection from your Phuket hotel, shared or private as booked; the pickup time and the pier come with your voucher.

  2. Out by catamaran, watching for dolphins on the way. The route and the timing are set by the operator on the day, by weather and sea conditions.

  3. Whether the boat stops at the island for a swim, for how long, and whether food or drinks are served, is in the operator's programme, which your captain sends with the quote.

  4. The cruise back at sunset, then the transfer to your hotel; about 6 hours in all by the operator.

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Inclusions

  • A sunset catamaran cruise to Maiton Island with dolphin spotting, as the operator names it
  • Return transfer from your Phuket hotel, shared on the shared tour and private on the private tour

Exclusions

  • Dinner, snacks and drinks, unless the operator confirms them for your date
  • Any island or pier fee, unless the operator confirms it is in the price
  • Snorkelling equipment, unless the operator confirms it
  • Tips and personal expenses

Know before you go

  • Dolphins are wild. The operator calls this a dolphin-spotting cruise, but no one can promise they will appear on your evening.
  • The operator does not say whether food or drinks are served. Tell your captain about vegetarian or Jain needs, and eat beforehand if the programme has no meal.
  • The operator does not mention any island or pier fee; your captain confirms whether one applies.
  • Sea conditions decide the evening. The operator can change the route or cancel in rough weather, and your captain tells you if your date is affected.
  • If you are prone to seasickness, take your usual tablet before you board.
  • Carry swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a light layer for the ride back after dark and a dry bag for your phone.
  • The private tour is shown per person because the operator does not say whether it is priced per person or per boat; your captain confirms it before you pay.
  • The operator gives no child or infant rates; tell your captain the ages of any children.
  • Availability is confirmed by the operator when your captain books; a booking can be declined by the supplier for a price change, allocation or stop-sale.
  • Prices are in INR. GST + TCS on international bookings are shown in your written quote.

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Payment policy

Your quote sets out the deposit, the balance and when each is due.

Pay by UPI or bank transfer as per your quote.

5% GST and 2% TCS apply to overseas packages and are shown in your written quote before you pay.

Confirmation policy

We confirm on WhatsApp and email once your payment is received and the supplier has confirmed availability. Tickets and vouchers follow within 24 working hours of that confirmation.

Refund policy

If the supplier cannot deliver after you have paid, you get an equal or better alternative at no extra cost, or a full refund of that item within 7 working days. You choose.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation terms as confirmed with the operator at booking; ask your captain before you pay - checked 22 Sep 2026

Why book with Travelers Clan

  • Boarding details confirmed. We confirm the boarding point, time and what is on board before you pay.
  • Paperwork guidance. Visa requirements and applicable taxes confirmed in your quote.
  • Clear payment terms. Deposit and cancellation conditions set out before payment.
  • Know your support. Your final plan confirms local contacts and any guide or trip-captain services.

Before you book

Questions travellers ask

How much does Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting cost?

Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting starts at ₹6,712 per person. GST and TCS are added and shown in your written quote before payment. The final price depends on your date, time slot and group size.

What is included in Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting?

Included: A sunset catamaran cruise to Maiton Island with dolphin spotting, as the operator names it; Return transfer from your Phuket hotel, shared on the shared tour and private on the private tour.

What is not included in Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting?

Not included: Dinner, snacks and drinks, unless the operator confirms them for your date; Any island or pier fee, unless the operator confirms it is in the price; Snorkelling equipment, unless the operator confirms it; Tips and personal expenses.

How long is Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting?

About 6 hours with hotel transfer in Maiton Island (Ko Mai Thon), Phuket, Thailand. Ask the team for a different time slot. Pick shared or private transfer.

What should I know before booking Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting?

Dolphins are wild. The operator calls this a dolphin-spotting cruise, but no one can promise they will appear on your evening. The operator does not say whether food or drinks are served. Tell your captain about vegetarian or Jain needs, and eat beforehand if the programme has no meal. The operator does not mention any island or pier fee; your captain confirms whether one applies. Sea conditions decide the evening. The operator can change the route or cancel in rough weather, and your captain tells you if your date is affected. If you are prone to seasickness, take your usual tablet before you board. Carry swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a light layer for the ride back after dark and a dry bag for your phone. The private tour is shown per person because the operator does not say whether it is priced per person or per boat; your captain confirms it before you pay. The operator gives no child or infant rates; tell your captain the ages of any children. Availability is confirmed by the operator when your captain books; a booking can be declined by the supplier for a price change, allocation or stop-sale. Prices are in INR. GST + TCS on international bookings are shown in your written quote.

What is the cancellation policy for Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting?

Cancellation terms as confirmed with the operator at booking; ask your captain before you pay - checked 22 Sep 2026

Is Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting suitable for seniors or elderly parents?

Yes, it suits seniors. A catamaran is wide and steady and the day is about 6 hours, easier than a speedboat crossing. Little walking.

Can children do Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting, and is there a minimum age?

Toddlers can come, with the usual care near the water when the boat is close to shore.

Is Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting indoors or outdoors?

It is outdoors, so plan around the heat and the weather.

How do I book Maiton Island Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Phuket, with Dolphin Spotting?

Send your requirements from the trip page or on WhatsApp. The planning team reviews your enquiry during planning hours (10am–10pm IST) to confirm costs and availability. An enquiry is not a booking — a booking exists once a captain confirms it and your deposit clears.

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