Similan Islands Snorkel Tour from Khao Lak
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Similan Islands' crystal-clear waters
- Snorkel among vibrant coral reefs
- Visit the famous 'Stonehenge' rock formation
- Enjoy a light breakfast at the pier
- Savor a delicious Thai lunch on the beach
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip speedboat transportation
- Snorkeling equipment
- Light breakfast and lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Start the island adventure with a convenient hotel pickup in Khao Lak and ride to Por Duangtaweeporn 1 Pier. Enjoy a light breakfast and pick out your snorkeling gear after you have meet your friendly guide from Fantastic Similan. Take a speed boat ride to the beautiful Similan Islands in less than 80 minutes with 36 limited seats so you never feel crowded. Appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your first snorkeling spot at Koh Miang, the Similan Island No. 4. Clear waters, healthy coral and plentiful fish, this island is perfect for the beginner and experienced snorkeler. Spend some time at the beach and explore the underwater world before enjoying a seafood lunch with authentic Thai cuisine and a fruit basket on the serene sandy beach of Princess Bay. Depart for Koh Payu, the Similan Island No. 7, which is ideal for snorkeling at the East of Eden with a reef slope that ranges from 5 to 40 metres. Then make your way to the waters of Christmas Point at Koh Bangu, the Island No. 9, for one more snorkeling opportunity with massive coral heads in The Mooring, and Snapper Alley for Asian snapper living among the giant rocks. The last stop is at the tranquil waters of Donald Duck Bay on Koh Similan, the Island No. 8. Here you can relax on the beach or hike to the island's viewpoint at Sailing Rock before heading back to the pier where a light snack with fresh fruits and drinks are awaiting you. Get transferred back to your hotel and replay the day's happenings. Please note that the Similan Islands National Park is officially opened to the public from 15th October until 15th May. Itinerary: • 06:45 - 08:00: Hotel pickup in Khao Lak • 08:00 - 08:30: Transfer to Por Duangtaweeporn 1 Pier in Khao Lak • 08:30 - 09:00: Have coffee & light breakfast at Por Duangtaweeporn 1 Pier • 09:00 - 10:45: Cruise by speed boat to Similan Islands • 10:45 - 11:45: Sightseeing & swimming at Miang Island (Koh 4) • 11:45 - 12:45: Enjoy a Thai seafood lunch on the beach • 12:45 - 13:45: Snorkel & swim at Payu Island (Koh 7) • 13:45 - 14:45: More snorkeling at Ba-ngu Island (Koh 9) • 14:45 - 15:45: Relax at the beach of Similan Island (Koh 8), climb to the viewpoint at Sailing Rock • 15:45 - 17:15: Depart from Similan Island to Por Duangtaweeporn 1 Pier • 17:15 - 17:30: Have a light break before go back to the hotel • 17:30 - 18:00: Transfer from Por Duangtaweeporn 1 Pier back to the hotel
Meet at Fantastic Similan Travel counter at Tao Than Pier in Lam Kaen 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
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Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included; arrange transportation to the pier in Khao Lak.
- The tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language for safety briefings.
- Check the weather forecast before booking, as tours may be canceled due to adverse conditions.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable swimwear and bring a towel.
- Bring a waterproof camera to capture underwater moments.
- Apply reef-safe sunscreen to protect the marine environment.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- To be able to confirm the booking, it is very important that you send us a copy of the passport ID page for all travelers. We have to send this information to the Thai Marine Department before the trip starts. It will be handled strictly private and confidential. Please also bring a digital photo of the passport on your phone or a copy of the passport to the trip.
- The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions
- Ensuring your safety is our top priority. To that end, we strongly recommend wearing a life jacket throughout the entire boat ride to the islands and while snorkeling.
- Speed boats carry passengers as close to the beach as they can so passengers can hop off and on easily.
- Wear flip flops or water shoes in case there are shells or rocks on the sand and shorts rather than pants as the water level may be above the knees when hopping off/on the boat.
- Post-trip drop-off changes incur extra one-way fees: 300 THB for hotel switches or Phuket transfers, and 600 THB for Krabi.
- Rates for hotel transfers include one passenger and one piece of luggage. Any additional luggage will incur a surcharge of 200 THB per piece.
Traveler reviews
Great day
Nice experience. Nice snorkeling. Excellent service from the guides. Viator asked me if I had any food allergies. Very much appreciated by me.
Staff are great trip dissapointing
The staff was the best part of the trip entertaing and friendly. The snorkelling was disappointing to many people in the water and not much to see. The islands are beautiful though a victim of tourism with us been 3 of them.
Too many people
Too many people on the beaches and dive sites. Good organization, though. Engine failure of the boat on return, well managed: transfer to other boats. Attentive and friendly staff.
Too crowded
I could not fault the tour guides and organisation of this company but this is a mass produced tour day with hundreds of people descending on the islands at the same time. We left our hotel at 730am and returned at 530pm. We had 2 x 30mins sessions in the water snorkelling all day. It wasn’t enough. There was no time or room on the beach to set up and relax and snorkel at your leisure. The weather wasn’t favourable which meant the boat ride each way was almost 1.5 hrs and extremely rough (do not recommend if you suffer sea sickness!). We were lucky enough to see one turtle, the poor thing had nearly 100 people trying to see it and yelling at it either from in the water or on the boats. Such a shame as the marine life and water was absolutely magnificent, we need to find a way to enjoy it without the crowds.
Beautiful trip to the islands Similan, Nancy super nice*
We participated in a beautiful excursion organized by this agency and led by the fabulous Nancy! Everything perfect, super nice exceptional team, great value for money. The Similan Islands are a precious treasure, if you are in Phuket or Kao Lak area you can not miss them!