Snorkeling Koh Samui: Pig Island & Taen Island by Speedboat

Swim with reef fish and beach pigs in one afternoon

A speedboat snorkeling tour from Koh Samui visits Pig Island and Taen Island, where you feed the famous pigs on white sand, then dive into coral reefs teeming with marine life. The tour includes hotel pickup from Lamai, Chaweng, Bophut and other Koh Samui neighborhoods; snorkeling gear and life jacket; Thai lunch with sea views at Koh Madsum; and an English-speaking guide. The tour runs 4 to 5 hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Pig Island and Taen Island tour

• Meet beach-loving pigs on white sands
• Snap photos and feed the pigs
• Swim and snorkel in clear waters
• Explore vibrant coral reefs
• Relax on the beach
• Enjoy Thai set lunch with sea views

The Experience

You start at your hotel—the speedboat picks you up from Lamai, Butterfly Garden, Chaweng, Bangpor, Maenam, Bophut, Cheongmon or Bangrak—and heads straight to Pig Island. The pigs roam the powdery white beach and swim in the shallows; you feed them, photograph them, and wade in alongside them. It's the moment most people come for, and it arrives early enough that you're not competing with the afternoon crowds.

From there the boat takes you to Taen Island, where the snorkeling happens. The water is calm and clear, and the coral reefs sit close enough to the surface that you see the fish without diving deep. You have time to explore at your own pace—the guide is there, but the reef is yours to move through. A sun bed and kayak are available if you want to rest between water time and the next stop.

Lunch is a Thai set meal served at a beachfront restaurant on Koh Madsum, with drinks and snacks included. The whole day—pickup, snorkeling gear, life jacket, the guide, the boat, the food—is arranged. You show up at your hotel and the rest unfolds without you planning it.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from central Koh Samui neighborhoods.
• snorkeling gear, life jacket, sun bed and kayak.
• an English-speaking guide.
• Thai set lunch with drinks and snacks.
• accident insurance and first aid kit.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Siam Scape Journeys

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're staying in Chaweng, Lamai or another pickup zone and don't have a car—the speedboat leaves from a central meeting point, and the whole day is arranged without you organizing transport or stops. The Pig Island admission fee (THB 50 per person) is paid on the day.

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Top questions

What's the water like for snorkeling at Taen Island?

Taen Island has calm, clear water with vibrant coral reefs close to the surface, so you can see colorful marine life without needing to dive deep. The snorkeling is suitable for all fitness levels.

Do I really get to feed and touch the pigs on Pig Island?

Yes—the pigs roam freely on the white sand beach and swim in the shallows, and you can feed them and take photos. It's the main stop on the tour and happens early in the day.

What's included in the Thai lunch?

A Thai set lunch is served at a beachfront restaurant on Koh Madsum with scenic sea views; drinks and snacks are included throughout the day.

Which Koh Samui hotels does the pickup cover?

Hotel pickup is included from Lamai, Butterfly Garden, Chaweng, Bangpor, Maenam, Bophut, Cheongmon, and Bangrak. If your hotel is outside these areas, public transportation options are available nearby.

How long is the whole tour?

The tour runs 4 to 5 hours from pickup to drop-off, including snorkeling time, the Pig Island stop, lunch, and all transport by speedboat.

What snorkeling gear do I need to bring?

You don't bring anything—snorkeling gear and life jacket are provided. Accident insurance and a first aid kit are also included.