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Upgrade your Phuket island escape

A smoother, calmer and more comfortable journey through peak-season paradise

Marisa Marchitelli
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Marisa Marchitelli
Freelance writer, Time Out Thailand
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High season in Phuket brings the clearest water of the year and some of the heaviest crowds. Piers overflow before sunrise, boats fill fast and most travellers end up rushing between stops instead of enjoying the journey. Sawanu Travel offers a different approach. Their premium full-day trips focus on comfort and timing from the moment you leave your hotel to the moment you return, turning island hopping into a smooth flow,  even at the busiest of times.

Experience island trips in total comfort

Instead of battling pier traffic at dawn, guests begin in the Sawanu Travel Premium Lounge, the only check-in lounge of its kind among Phuket operators. Coffee, pastries and breakfast bites set a relaxed pace while staff handle check-in quietly in the background. Round-trip hotel pick-up and drop-off remove the usual transport stress entirely, so the trip feels polished before you even step onto the boat.

Sawanu Travel operates more than 25 premium speed catamaran boats per day during peak season. These boats are built for stability and space, offering smoother rides and enough room to move without feeling squeezed. Curated meals, drinks, fruit and snacks are served throughout the day, with lunch on the island, keeping everyone energised for swimming and snorkelling.

Better timing for Phuket’s biggest island highlights

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The core of Sawanu Travel’s approach lies in its itineraries. Every route is designed around the best hours for sightseeing, snorkelling and photography, steering away from peak crowds at major sites. Whether you’re exploring Phi Phi Islands, Bamboo Island, Khai Islands, James Bond Island, Similan Islands, Surin Islands or Hong Island Krabi, the timing aims for quieter pockets, softer light and smoother transitions between stops.

Some tours include an additional segment with local long-tail boat partners, bringing guests into shallow coves and offering a local authentic moment woven into a premium day out.

Sustainability and great value during peak season

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Sustainability-meets-comfort is all part of the operation. The fleet follows a plastic-free policy that supports cleaner oceans while reducing waste. CSR and community engagement further reinforce Sawanu Travel’s long-term approach to responsible island travel.

Despite its premium positioning, the experience remains accessibly priced, offering strong value for couples, families and groups who want comfort without stepping into full exclusive territory. From start to finish, Sawanu Travel transforms one of Phuket’s most popular activities into a smooth, thoughtfully-timed and genuinely enjoyable way to see the region’s most iconic islands.

If you’re planning a Phi Phi Islands trip or a full island day from Phuket this season, this is one of the easiest and most comfortable ways to do it.

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