Getting Here
Our small rustic island getaway is only accessible by boat. We run our own transfer service capable of picking you up directly from the departure exit gates at the airport to to our private speedboats. Our crew will then bring you directly to our small pier in front of the resort. International guests can most easily get to the resort by flying into Phuket International Airport, but also provide pick-ups from any hotel in Phuket, mainland Krabi, Krabi International Airport, hotel in Khao Lak.
SOME CONSIDERATIONS
In the interest of the safety for our guests and staff, boat trips will not operate at night. The operating hours for our speedboat transfers are from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Due to these restrictions, our pick-ups by limousine and minibus from the Airport/Hotel operate between 6:00am and 4:00pm. Please note: if your flight arrival time is after 4:00pm, we suggest you book accommodation in Phuket or Krabi. We can pick you up directly from the hotel/resort you stayed at the following day.
*immigrations and baggage collection may take 1 hour at the international airports.
Weather also plays a large factor in the safety of the speedboat operation. The final decision to run the transfer is with our responsible captains in charge. It is rare that bad weather sets in for long periods of time. In the event that poor weather prevents the transfer to the resort, TreeHouse Villas can help arrange accommodation with hotels of similar standards in Phuket/Krabi.
TreeHouse Villas will not operate its boats if there is the slightest safety concern or in case of strong winds or uncertain sea conditions. TreeHouse Villas can arrange for accommodation with a hotel of similar standards in Phuket/Krabi if transfer cancellation occurs.
Organized Shuttle From Phuket Airport
Organized Shuttle From Krabi Airport
Scheduled Speedboats Times
TreeHouse Villas to Yacht Haven Marina (Phuket)
Yacht Haven Marina (Phuket) to TreeHouse Villas
Thalen Pier (Krabi) to TreeHouse Villas
TreeHouse Villas to Thalen Pier (Krabi)
9.30 am
11.00 am
2.00 pm
1.30 pm
1.00 pm
2.00 pm
3.00 pm
4.30 pm
*Additional boats can be arranged depending on the requirements of guests checking in/out
**In order to adjust speedboat times and assure enough seats are available we require atleast 24-hour advance notice to join the scheduled speedboat
Pricing for Scheduled Transfer
TreeHouse Villas will not operate its boats if there is the slightest safety concern or in case of strong winds or uncertain sea conditions. TreeHouse Villas can arrange for accommodation with a hotel of similar standards in Phuket/Krabi if transfer cancellation occurs.
Private Transfer
If you would like to experience a more VIP treatment, we run private transfers, be greeted at the airport by one of our representatives to be shuttled to an awaiting speedboat.
Operating hours: 8:00-17:00 (*latest airport arrival time 16:00)
Please note: if your flight arrival time is after 16:00, we suggest you book accommodation in Phuket or Krabi. We can pick you up directly from the hotel/resort you stayed at the following day.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
TreeHouse Villas will not operate its boats if there is the slightest safety concern or in case of strong winds or uncertain sea conditions. TreeHouse Villas can arrange for accommodation with a hotel of similar standards in Phuket/Krabi if transfer cancellation occurs.
Service Fee
About Koh Yao
Accessible only by boat, the small rustic island getaway of Koh Yao Noi, the “Little Long Island”, is located roughly an hour boat ride away from the popular tourist destinations of Phuket and Krabi. The smaller of the two Koh Yao islands, this ideally retreat is one of the last remain local islands in the region to remain largely unspoiled by mass tourism. The very small community primarily focused on its agriculture and fishing industry, is easy going and welcoming. A nostalgic feeling of what made Phuket so appealing 30 years ago can be experience here. With a large portion of the island dedicated to national parkland, Koh Yao Noi is a perfect retreat for those looking to escape the crowds of Phuket and Krabi.
TreeHouse Villas is located in the remote northern tip of the island. A small winding road through the national parkland connects the resort to the more populated area centre and southern areas of the island, but the easiest method for reaching the resort is by boat. The resort does offer transfers to and from Phuket and Krabi or for the more travel savvy and adventurous, guests can organize their own transportation to the resort through a series of taxis and ferries. In an effort to keep economic benefits localized the resort does not organize pick-ups from the Koh Yao Noi’s local ferry terminal and would recommend using one of the 4×4 SUV taxis found close by to bring you that last step to the resort.
