Speedboat Incident in Krabi: 35 Tourists Evacuated Safely

Tourists Evacuated from Stricken Speedboat Off Krabi Coast

KRABI – A potentially dangerous maritime incident was safely averted off the coast of Krabi on Saturday when a speedboat carrying 35 tourists began taking on water shortly after departing Koh Mai Phai. The vessel, which had embarked from Phuket with 39 people aboard including crew, developed a critical hull breach that threatened to sink […] Source

Speedboat Incident in Krabi: 35 Tourists Evacuated Safely

Picture courtesy of Matichon A speedboat carrying tourists from Phuket faced a critical situation near Koh Phi Phi, Krabi, on 15 November 2025, when water began flooding the vessel shortly after departing Koh Mai Phai. The boat, carrying 39 people, including 35 tourists, one captain, two crew members and a guide, was at risk of sinking before being safely returned to shore. No injuries were reported. The incident occurred just ten minute…