3 Islands by speed boat trip

Sea, islands, and a camera drone. This Phu Quoc day trip packs a lot into eight hours, combining a fast boat ride, island stops, snorkelling, lunch on May Rut Island, and SUP photos from the air. I like the included lunch and hotel transport, and the chance to leave with more than ordinary phone snapshots. The main thing to consider is that the tour depends on good weather, and the advertised inclusions leave some questions about extra fees and taxes.

The trip costs about $27.53 per person, which is a low price for a full-day island outing with a speedboat, guide, lunch, snorkelling equipment, bottled water, and photography. I also like that the group is limited to 28 people, although this is still a group excursion rather than a quiet private boat day.

Five useful points before you book

• Eight hours on the water: The tour starts at 8:00 am and gives you most of the day for island stops and beach time.
• May Rut Island lunch: A substantial shared meal includes rice, fish, chicken, tofu, vegetables, noodles, soup, seafood, eggs, and fruit.
• Drone and SUP photography: A guide takes photographs, with drone images included as part of the experience.
• Pickup from Duong Dong: Free transport is offered in the Duong Dong Town area, but not from Ham Ninh or Thom Beach.
• Small-to-medium group size: The maximum is 28 people, a useful limit for a boat excursion.
• Weather matters: Poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund.

What the Phu Quoc boat day is really offering

This is designed as a broad sample of Phu Quoc’s southern island outings rather than a slow, specialist snorkelling trip. You get three island stops by speedboat, time for swimming or beach relaxation, a meal on May Rut Island, and a few planned photo moments.

That mix is the main reason I see value here. A boat trip can become repetitive if every stop means sitting on the beach and waiting for the next transfer. This outing adds several layers: transport by speedboat, snorkelling, a full lunch, beach time, and the SUP drone session.

You should still set your expectations correctly. The information provided does not give exact names for all three islands, a minute-by-minute schedule, or a specific list of marine sights. That means the day is best viewed as a flexible island sampler. If you want a tightly timed photographic tour or a dedicated snorkelling expedition, you may need something more specialized.

The tour starts at 8:00 am and lasts about eight hours. That early start is useful in Phu Quoc, since it leaves time for all three island visits and the return journey before evening. It also means you should arrange your morning carefully. Pickup is free in Duong Dong Town, but transport does not cover the Ham Ninh and Thom Beach areas.

The speedboat ride sets the pace

The speedboat is more than a simple transfer. It allows the group to reach several islands during one outing and gives the day a quicker rhythm than a slow ferry trip. For you, that means more time at the stops rather than spending the whole morning getting there.

The tradeoff is comfort. A speedboat ride can feel lively, especially if the sea is choppy. The tour depends on good weather, so conditions may affect both comfort and the schedule. If you are prone to motion sickness, it is sensible to prepare before departure, although the available details do not specify whether motion-sickness medication is supplied.

An English-speaking guide accompanies the group. That matters because the day includes several moving parts: pickup, boat boarding, snorkelling equipment, lunch, beach time, and photography. The strongest praise connected with the service is directed at communication and help with planning. Grace is named in the tour responses, and Hương is also praised for clear English and for arranging other Phu Quoc services such as cable-car tickets, private transport, island tours, and VinWonders tickets.

That extra planning background may be useful if you are building a larger Phu Quoc holiday. Still, you should confirm directly who your guide will be on the day, since the available information names the booking contacts but does not promise that either Grace or Hương will personally lead every departure.

Three island stops, with May Rut as the main base

The tour promises three islands, but only May Rut Island is named in the available details. Rather than inventing a schedule for the other two, I would treat them as the trip’s beach and water-activity stops, with the exact order depending on local conditions and the guide’s plan.

At each stop, you can expect a mix of beach time and optional activity. The wording allows for relaxing on a sunbed or by the beach, so this is not a nonstop active program. That is good news if your group has mixed interests. One person can rest while another swims or uses the snorkelling equipment.

The lack of exact stop names is worth noting before you pay. Island names help you compare beaches, understand travel time, and decide if a tour fits your interests. Here, the attraction is the overall package rather than a promise of one famous beach or one particular reef.

May Rut Island receives special attention because lunch is served there. A shared menu includes:

• Steamed rice
• Fried fish
• Chicken with lemongrass
• Tofu with tomato sauce
• Fried vegetables with garlic
• Fried noodles with pork
• Vegetable soup
• Fish cake
• Steamed prawns
• Fried eggs
• Fresh fruit

That is a generous spread for the price. It also gives you several choices if you do not want seafood or prefer a meat-free side dish. The menu includes fish, prawns, chicken, pork, tofu, eggs, vegetables, and fruit, but the details do not confirm vegetarian, vegan, allergy-friendly, or special-diet arrangements. If that matters to you, ask before booking.

Lunch on an island has practical value beyond the food itself. You do not need to spend part of the day searching for a restaurant or carrying a separate meal plan. On a group boat trip, a prepared lunch also keeps the schedule moving. The possible downside is that a set shared menu gives you less control than ordering from a restaurant.

Snorkelling and beach time suit mixed groups

Snorkelling equipment is included, which lowers the cost and removes one item from your packing list. The tour description does not identify a specific reef, explain the duration of the snorkelling session, or promise particular fish and coral. I would therefore see snorkelling as one activity among several, not the sole reason to choose this outing.

You can also spend time relaxing on a sunbed or by the beach. This is a useful balance after the speedboat ride and water activities. If you are visiting Phu Quoc with family or friends who have different energy levels, the flexible beach time may make the day easier for everyone.

The tour does not include towels, swimsuits, or sunscreen. Bring all three. A swimsuit is especially important because the day combines beaches, snorkelling, and a boat transfer. A towel saves you from staying wet during later parts of the trip, while sunscreen is essential for a full day around open water.

One bottle of water is included for each person. That is helpful, but I would not treat one bottle as a complete hydration plan for eight hours in the sun. The supplied information confirms only one bottle, so you should ask the operator if additional water is available or carry more if permitted.

The drone photo is the unusual extra

Many boat outings offer scenic stops, but this one includes a photograph and drone service connected with the SUP activity. The aim is to give you a memorable image from above, showing you on a stand-up paddleboard rather than simply posing beside the boat.

I like this feature because it gives the day a clear keepsake. A drone image can also solve a common holiday problem: everyone gets photographs of the view, but nobody appears in them. Here, the planned photography puts you in the picture.

The details do not state how many drone photographs you receive, whether the files are digital, how long the session lasts, or how many people can use the SUP at once. Those are worth confirming before departure, especially if you are booking for a large family or group of friends. The maximum group size is 28, and a single photo activity may need to be shared among many people.

The photography should be treated as a bonus rather than a private photo shoot. If you want a long, carefully directed session, this tour may feel too limited. If you simply want one distinctive holiday image without hiring a separate photographer, it adds real value to a low-cost day.

What the price includes, and what it does not

At about $27.53 per person, the package is priced competitively for an eight-hour trip. You are paying for the speedboat, guide, lunch, snorkelling equipment, bottled water, air-conditioned vehicle transport, and pickup and drop-off within Duong Dong Town.

The value is strongest if you are staying in Duong Dong and would otherwise need to arrange transport, rent snorkelling equipment, and buy lunch separately. The air-conditioned vehicle is particularly useful in the pickup portion of the day, when getting between your accommodation and the departure point can be tiring in the heat.

The price is less straightforward for people staying outside the included pickup area. If you are in Ham Ninh or near Thom Beach, the free shuttle does not apply. You should check the extra transfer cost before booking, since that can change the final value.

The information also says all fees and taxes are not included. That phrase deserves clarification. The tour lists lunch, transport, equipment, water, and guide services as included, but it does not explain which fees may be added or how much they are. Ask for the final payable amount before confirming, especially if you want a precise holiday budget.

Group size, pickup, and the daily rhythm

The maximum group size is 28 people. That is not an intimate private cruise, but it is more manageable than a very large boat group. The actual number may vary by departure, and the tour does not promise a smaller group.

Pickup is offered from the Duong Dong Town area, with an 8:00 am start. Make sure your accommodation location is clear when booking. If you are outside the free pickup zone, ask whether a paid transfer or meeting point is available rather than assuming the shuttle will come to you.

The air-conditioned vehicle is included for the land portion. That small detail has practical value in Phu Quoc, where a cool transfer can make the start and end of a long day easier. The exact vehicle route and boat departure point are not provided, so your confirmation should contain the final pickup instructions.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability. If your holiday schedule is tight, avoid booking this as a last-minute fixed event until you have received confirmation. The tour is commonly booked about 19 days ahead, which suggests that planning a couple of weeks in advance is sensible, especially during busy periods.

Weather and cancellation rules matter here

This outing requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you can receive a different date or a full refund. That is a fair protection for an activity built around a speedboat, beaches, snorkelling, and drone photography.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not refunded, and changes inside that window are not accepted. The cut-off follows local Phu Quoc time.

There is also a minimum number of participants. If the operator cancels because that minimum is not met, you can choose a different date or experience, or receive a full refund. Since the tour can be booked well in advance, keep this policy in mind when connecting it to flights or other paid activities.

Who will enjoy this Phu Quoc excursion

I would choose this trip if you want a budget-friendly introduction to island touring without arranging every piece yourself. It suits couples, families, and friends who want a mix of boat travel, beach rest, snorkelling, lunch, and photographs.

It is also a good match for people staying in Duong Dong, where the free pickup makes the package easier to use. The English-speaking guide and praised communication are helpful if you want to ask about other Phu Quoc activities, such as cable-car tickets or private transport.

I would think twice if you want a private boat, a quiet schedule, a highly detailed reef program, or a guaranteed list of named islands. The group can reach 28 people, the exact island order is not supplied, and the photography details are brief.

People who dislike sun exposure should also prepare carefully. Bring sunscreen, a hat if you use one, a towel, and suitable swimwear. The tour provides one bottle of water, but you should ask about carrying extra drinking water.

Should you book the 3 Islands speedboat trip?

For $27.53, this is a strong-value way to see several islands in one Phu Quoc day. I like the combination of speedboat transport, lunch on May Rut Island, snorkelling equipment, beach time, and the drone SUP photograph. The service also receives especially positive praise for smooth English communication and helpful trip planning, with Grace and Hương named in connection with that support.

Book it if you want variety and convenience more than privacy. Before paying, confirm the other two island names, the exact departure and pickup point, what fees and taxes may be added, and how the drone photographs are delivered. If those details suit you, this is an efficient and cheerful island day at a notably low price.

FAQ

What time does the 3 Islands speedboat tour start?

The tour starts at 8:00 am and lasts approximately eight hours.

Is hotel pickup included?

Free pickup and drop-off are included in the Duong Dong Town area. The free shuttle does not cover Ham Ninh or the Thom Beach area.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is served on May Rut Island and includes rice, fish, chicken, tofu, vegetables, noodles, soup, fish cake, prawns, eggs, and fresh fruit.

Is snorkelling equipment provided?

Yes. Use of snorkelling equipment is included in the tour price.

Are towels, swimsuits, and sunscreen included?

No. You need to bring your own towel, swimsuit, and sunscreen.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If the tour is canceled because of poor weather, you can be offered a different date or receive a full refund.