Koh Tao Nang Yuan Snorkeling Catamaran Tour with Lunch

Two islands, two reef systems, one boat that handles the logistics

A snorkeling tour from Koh Samui to Koh Tao and Nang Yuan by catamaran, with hotel pickup, a local guide in English or Chinese, lunch, and all snorkeling gear provided. The catamaran departs from Maenam Beach and runs 7.5 hours total, including transport time and two separate snorkeling sites with different coral and fish. Light breakfast and beverages are included. Dietary restrictions are accommodated on request.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snorkeling tour to Koh Tao and Nangyuan

• Hotel pickup and van transfer
• Catamaran ferry to Koh Tao
• Snorkeling around Koh Tao
• Visit and snorkel at Koh Nang Yuan
• Lunch and refreshments served
• Catamaran ferry back to Koh Samui

The experience

If you're staying in Koh Samui and want to snorkel without renting a car or booking separate transport, the catamaran picks you up at your hotel in an air-conditioned van and takes you to Maenam Beach. From there, the boat carries you across to Koh Tao, a snorkeling destination known for clear water and abundant reef fish. You get time in the water at multiple spots around the island, each with its own underwater landscape. The guide is local and speaks English or Chinese, so you get real information about what you're seeing instead of just being pointed at the reef.

After Koh Tao, the catamaran moves to Nang Yuan Island, a smaller spot with white sand and sandbars connecting three small peaks. The water here is shallow and clear, and the coral and fish populations are different enough that a second snorkel site feels like a different place. Lunch happens on the boat between the two islands, not a full meal, but enough to refuel. Light breakfast and tea or coffee are available at the pier before departure, and the boat carries beverages throughout the day.

All snorkeling equipment is provided, so you don't need to bring your own or rent it separately. The catamaran is modern and powered, which means the crossing is smooth and the boat doesn't rock the way a longtail does. The whole day is 7.5 hours from pickup to return, so you're back at your hotel by late afternoon. Children from age 4 are welcome. The operator will note any dietary restrictions when they confirm your pickup time.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return in an air-conditioned van.
• catamaran transport to Koh Tao and Nang Yuan.
• snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel).
• a local guide in English or Chinese.
• light breakfast at the pier.
• lunch on the boat.
• coffee and tea throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:30

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Manta Marina

Is this one for you?Book the morning departure if you want to return by late afternoon with time to explore Koh Samui before dinner. Choose the afternoon slot if you prefer a more relaxed pace or want to sleep in.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Chinese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

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 does it take to get from Koh Samui to Koh Tao by catamaran?

The catamaran crosses from Maenam Beach to Koh Tao as part of the tour. The entire experience, including hotel pickup, the crossing, snorkeling at two islands, and the return journey, runs 7.5 hours total.

What's the difference between snorkeling at Koh Tao and Nang Yuan on this tour?

Koh Tao is a larger island with multiple snorkeling spots around its perimeter, each with different coral formations and fish species. Nang Yuan is smaller and famous for its white-sand beaches and sandbars connecting three peaks, with shallow, clear water and its own reef system. The tour visits both so you experience two distinct underwater environments in one day.

Is snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

All snorkeling gear is provided: mask, fins, and snorkel. You don't need to bring equipment or pay extra to rent it.

What meals and drinks are included during the day?

Light breakfast and beverages (coffee, tea) are available at the pier before departure. Lunch is served on the boat between the two snorkeling sites. The operator accommodates dietary restrictions like vegetarian meals or food allergies if you mention them when confirming your pickup time.

Does the tour include hotel pickup from my accommodation in Koh Samui?

Yes, an air-conditioned van picks you up from your hotel and takes you to Maenam Beach, where the catamaran departs. The same van returns you to your hotel at the end of the day.