Pig Island Tour by Speedboat from Koh Samui: Snorkeling and lunch

The pigs on Koh Madsum are real, and you can photograph them on the beach.

A half-day speedboat tour from Koh Samui visits Pig Island (Koh Madsum) and Koh Tan, with hotel pickup, snorkeling in shallow reef areas, and lunch at a beachside restaurant. The boat departs from the quieter south of the island, shortening the ride across calm, shallow waters. The tour runs around 5 hours total and suits travelers who want an island escape without a long journey at sea.

Options for this experience

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Afternoon 12:00 Guide in English Afternoon departure, pickup is included

Morning 08:00 Guide in English Morning departure, includes pickup

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Step-by-step itinerary

Island tour with snorkeling and lunch

• Hotel pickup in Koh Samui
• Travel to south of Koh Samui
• Speedboat ride to Koh Tan
• Snorkeling at Koh Tan reef
• Lunch at Koh Tan Coral Beach Restaurant
• Speedboat ride to Pig Island
• Relax and meet pigs on Pig Island
• Return to Koh Samui

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel pickup by air-conditioned minivan.
• modern speedboat with professional crew.
• snorkeling equipment and life jacket.
• buffet lunch at Koh Tan Coral Beach Restaurant.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• English-speaking guide.
• travel insurance.

Times

• Every day 08:00 12:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 50

Live guide English Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to 8h before

Ages Adult (11 to 70 years) · Child (4 to 10 years): free · Infant (1 to 3 years): free

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems Infants must sit on laps

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The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your Koh Samui hotel and a short drive to the southern departure point. From there, the speedboat crosses calm, shallow waters to Koh Tan first, where you'll snorkel in light conditions around the coral reefs. The visibility and conditions shift with the weather, but the stop is designed to be relaxed. You can swim, float, or stay on the boat if you prefer. Snorkeling gear is provided, and the crew handles the logistics.

After Koh Tan, the boat heads to Pig Island (Koh Madsum), where the real draw is the white-sand beach and the island's famous pigs. You'll have time to walk the beach, take photos with the animals, and simply unwind. Lunch happens at Koh Tan Coral Beach Restaurant, a buffet served on the island with views of the water. The whole day (transfers, boat time, snorkeling, lunch) wraps in around 5 hours, so you're back at your hotel by early afternoon.

The boat is a modern speedboat with a professional crew and an English-speaking guide. Life jackets are provided, and bottled water is available throughout the day. Because the departure point is on the quieter south side of Koh Samui, the boat ride itself is shorter and smoother than tours leaving from busier beaches, which matters if you get seasick or simply prefer to minimize time on the water.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years): free; Infant (1 to 3 years): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the actual boat ride on this tour?

The total tour is around 5 hours including hotel pickup and the land transfer to the boat. The speedboat ride itself is shorter because the departure point is on the south side of Koh Samui, where the waters are calm and shallow.

What's the snorkeling like at Koh Tan?

Koh Tan has coral reefs and shallow areas where you'll see parrot fish and coral. Visibility and conditions depend on the weather, but the stop is designed to be easy-going rather than intense. You can snorkel, swim, float, or simply relax on the boat.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes round-trip hotel pickup by air-conditioned minivan, the speedboat ride, snorkeling equipment, a life jacket, bottled water, a professional crew, an English-speaking guide, buffet lunch at Koh Tan Coral Beach Restaurant, and travel insurance.

Are there morning and afternoon departures?

Yes, you can choose between a morning or afternoon tour at checkout. Both follow the same route and itinerary.

Can I book this as a private tour?

Yes, a private tour option is available at checkout, so you can arrange the speedboat and guide for your group alone instead of joining other travelers.