Racha and Coral Island snorkeling tour from Phuket by catamaran

Snorkel two islands and watch the sunset from the Andaman Sea

A full-day island-hopping snorkeling tour from Phuket sails to Racha Island and Coral Island aboard a luxury catamaran, with a guide in English or Chinese, hotel pickup from multiple Phuket neighborhoods, lunch and drinks, and mask and snorkel gear provided. The tour runs eight to nine hours and includes time to relax on the beach, snorkel the coral reef, and watch the sunset over the water before returning to your hotel.

Step-by-step itinerary

Island hopping and sunset fishing

• Explore Coral Island and relax
• Snorkel and explore Racha Island
• Enjoy fishing while watching sunset

The Experience

The catamaran departs from a Phuket pier and heads across the Andaman Sea to Coral Island first, where you get the afternoon to snorkel the reef or simply relax on the beach with a mask and snorkel already in your hands—the gear and a life jacket are supplied. The water is clear enough to see the marine life without guessing at it, and the beach chair waits if you want to sit out part of the day.

From Coral Island, the crew transfers you to a longtail boat to explore Racha Island, where the snorkeling picks up again. You'll wear a life jacket the whole time you're in the water, and the guide—speaking English or Chinese—stays with the group. Lunch happens somewhere in the middle of the day: real food, not a snack box, plus soft drinks and fresh fruit. The itinerary also includes a fishing activity as the light starts to go, so if you want to cast a line while the sunset moves across the horizon, that's part of the plan.

Hotel pickup is free from most of Phuket's main neighborhoods—Patong, Kata, Karon, Rawai, Kalim, Phuket town and several others—so you don't arrange your own transport to the pier. The whole day runs eight to nine hours from start to finish. Children from age four are welcome, and the tour suits any fitness level, though it's not recommended for travelers with certain medical conditions (spinal injuries, heart disease, high blood pressure, or pregnancy).

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from major Phuket neighborhoods.
• English or Chinese-speaking guide.
• lunch, soft drinks and fresh fruit.
• mask, snorkel and life jacket.
• life insurance.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Oh-Hoo

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to snorkel two reefs in one day with a group following one guide's itinerary, including catamaran transport, meals, and a sunset stop.

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Top questions

What's the snorkeling like at Racha Island and Coral Island?

Both islands have coral reef and marine life visible in the water. Racha Island is the main snorkeling stop where you'll spend dedicated time in the water with the guide; Coral Island offers snorkeling as well as the option to relax on the beach if you prefer not to be in the water the whole time.

Is the catamaran crowded, or is it a small group?

The tour operates as a shared group tour aboard a luxury catamaran, so you'll travel with other visitors. The exact group size varies by departure date, but the catamaran is designed to carry multiple passengers comfortably across the Andaman Sea.

What time does the tour start and finish?

The tour runs eight to nine hours total. Hotel pickup happens in the morning from your Phuket neighborhood, and you return to your hotel in the late afternoon or early evening after watching the sunset on the water.

Is lunch included, and what if I have dietary restrictions?

Lunch is included as part of the tour, along with soft drinks and fresh seasonal fruit. If you have specific dietary needs, contact the operator before booking to discuss options.

Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear?

No. Mask, snorkel and life jacket are all provided. You just need to bring a swimsuit and a towel if you prefer your own.

Which Phuket neighborhoods have free hotel pickup?

Free pickup is included from Patong, Kata, Karon, Rawai, Kalim, Tri Trang, Kathu, Phuket town and Koh Sirey. If your hotel is outside these areas, an additional transfer charge of 200 THB per person (round trip) applies to the Leam Hin Pier departure point.