Snorkeling Samui: Viewpoint, Elephant Sanctuary & Pig Island

Viewpoint, sanctuary, snorkel and island beach in one morning

A six-hour snorkeling tour from Samui that starts with pickup at Maenam Beach and moves through four stops: The Best Samui Viewpoint for panoramic photos, I Love Elephant Samui to observe elephants in a natural setting, snorkeling and swimming at Koh Tan, and free time on Pig Island's white sand. Lunch is included; children from age 4 are welcome. The tour operates with a live English-speaking guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Samui viewpoint, elephants, snorkeling, beach

• Visit The Best Samui Viewpoint
• Learn about elephants at I Love Elephant Samui
• Snorkel and swim at Koh Tan
• Relax and swim at Pig Island

The Experience

The day starts with pickup at Maenam Beach and a scenic boat ride to The Best Samui Viewpoint, where you stand above the tropical coastline and shoot panoramic photos of the island's geography. From there the group moves to I Love Elephant Samui, a sanctuary where you observe elephants in a peaceful natural environment and take photos without the noise and crowds of larger facilities. The boat then carries you out to Koh Tan, where the first water stop happens: you snorkel and swim in clear blue waters with marine life around you, then move on to Pig Island (Koh Madsum).

Pig Island is where the pace slows. The white sandy beach and relaxed atmosphere are the point—you swim, lie on the sand, take photos, and let the afternoon settle. Lunch happens during the day, and the guide speaks English throughout, so questions and logistics stay clear. Non-swimmers are welcome; the snorkeling is optional, not a requirement. The boat ride itself is scenic, moving between nearby tropical islands rather than crossing open water.

Six hours is long enough to hit all four stops without rushing, but short enough that the day doesn't wear on families with young children or anyone prone to seasickness. Children from age 4 travel; the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or anyone with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

What’s included

• Pickup at Maenam Beach.
• admission to The Best Samui Viewpoint and I Love Elephant Samui.
• snorkeling at Koh Tan.
• beach time on Pig Island.
• lunch.
• English-speaking guide throughout the day.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Elephant World Samui

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you are staying in Samui without a car or staying outside the island—pickup from Maenam Beach and a guide who speaks English mean you do not arrange transport or navigate between stops yourself. The six-hour length suits families with children from age 4 and anyone who wants a full day of island sightseeing without an early start or a late return.

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Top questions

What is snorkeling like at Koh Tan on this tour?

Koh Tan is the snorkeling stop where you enter clear blue water surrounded by marine life. It is the first water stop of the day, and swimming is also an option if you prefer not to snorkel.

Do I need to be a strong swimmer to go on this tour?

Non-swimmers are welcome. Snorkeling at Koh Tan is optional, not required, and you can swim or relax on Pig Island instead.

What is I Love Elephant Samui like?

I Love Elephant Samui is a sanctuary where you observe elephants in a peaceful natural environment, take photos, and learn about the animals without the stress of larger facilities.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel?

Pickup is included from Maenam Beach. If you are staying elsewhere on Samui, confirm your exact location when you book.

Is lunch included, and what kind of food is it?

Lunch is included during the tour. The specific menu is not detailed in the tour information, so ask the operator when you book if you have dietary restrictions.