Book a private longtail boat from Ao Nam Mao Pier to Railay East Floating Pier for your group, with departures available throughout the day until 22:00. Unlike a shared ticket, this service reserves the boat for your booking rather than sharing it with other travellers. Private boats are not limited to departures after 18:00.

Book directly online. There is no need to contact us before booking for departures up to and including 22:00. Provide your travel date, preferred departure time and passenger count when booking.

Enjoy a convenient arrival at Railay East Floating Pier: step off the boat onto the floating pier and walk ashore without wading through the water.

Prices are per boat for your group, not per person.

Private Boat Prices

One boat booking covers your group within the selected passenger range. Select the appropriate group size and book a quantity of 1 for one boat. Do not multiply the boat price by the number of passengers.

Private Departures Throughout the Day Until 22:00

Private longtail boats can be booked throughout the day, including evening departures up to 22:00. Book directly online without contacting us beforehand. Provide your travel date, departure time and passenger count when booking. You do not need to choose one of the shared boat's scheduled departure times.

Route & Journey

Ao Nam Mao Pier → Railay East Floating Pier

The boat journey takes approximately 15–20 minutes, depending on sea conditions. This service departs from Ao Nam Mao Pier, not Ao Nang Beach. Please follow the meeting instructions provided for your private booking.

Convenient Arrival at Railay East

Your boat docks at Railay East Floating Pier, where you disembark directly onto the floating pier and walk ashore. There is no need to wade through the water to reach shore.

Arriving After 18:00?

The shared longtail boat service has its final scheduled departure at 18:00. If you expect to reach Ao Nam Mao Pier later, book this private boat directly for departures up to 22:00. No prior enquiry is required. Private boats are also available throughout the day for travellers who prefer a boat exclusively for their group.

Private or Shared?

Private: The boat is reserved for your group and can be booked directly throughout the day until 22:00. The total charter price depends on your passenger range. Private departures are separate from the shared schedule.

Shared: Travel with other passengers on scheduled departures at 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00 and 18:00. View our Ao Nam Mao Pier to Railay East shared longtail boat tickets and schedule if these times suit your plans.

Booking Information

• Book directly online for private departures throughout the day until 22:00; no need to contact us first
• Provide your travel date, departure time and total passenger count
• Follow the meeting instructions provided with your booking
• Prices are per boat, not per passenger
• This is a pier-to-pier boat transfer; road travel to Ao Nam Mao Pier is not included
• Sea and weather conditions may affect departure and journey times

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the price per person?

No. The total private boat price is THB 1,300 for a group of 1–6 passengers or THB 1,600 for a group of 7–10 passengers. Book a quantity of 1 for one boat.

Can I book a private boat during the day?

Yes. Private boats can be booked directly throughout the day until 22:00, not only after 18:00.

Do private boats follow the shared boat schedule?

No. Private departures are separate from the shared service's scheduled times. Provide your preferred departure time, up to 22:00, when booking.

Will we share the boat with other passengers?

No. This is a private boat for your booking, unlike the scheduled shared service.

Can I travel after 18:00?

Yes. You can book a private longtail boat directly online for departures after 18:00 up to and including 22:00. There is no need to contact us before booking. Provide your travel date, departure time and passenger count when booking.

Where does the boat depart and arrive?

Depart from Ao Nam Mao Pier and arrive at Railay East Floating Pier. This is not a departure from Ao Nang Beach.

Do I need to wade through the water at Railay East?

No. The boat docks at Railay East Floating Pier. You step directly onto the floating pier and walk ashore without wading through the water.

How long does it take?

Approximately 15–20 minutes, depending on sea conditions.