Snorkeling Similan Islands from Phuket: Luxury Catamaran
A catamaran carries you instead of a speedboat, which changes how the day feels.
A full-day snorkeling tour from Phuket to the Similan Islands aboard a luxury double-deck catamaran, with stops at Island No. 8, Island No. 9, and Island No. 7 selected by sea conditions. The tour includes three onboard meals, snorkeling equipment with disposable mouthpieces, round-trip hotel pickup, an onboard photographer capturing up to five complimentary photos per guest, and a relaxed itinerary designed for exploration over speed. English-speaking crew and national park entry are included. The full day runs 14 hours from hotel to hotel.
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Similan Islands luxury catamaran tour
- Meet tour guide and have breakfast
- Ascend Sailing Rock and take photos
- Walk along Similan Island beach
- Enjoy Thai buffet lunch on boat
- Snorkel at Payu and Bangu Islands
- Return to pier and have snacks
What’s included
- Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off across Phuket.
- English-speaking crew and onboard assistance.
- national park entrance fee.
- snorkeling equipment with disposable mouthpieces and beach towel.
- breakfast, Thai buffet lunch, and light dinner.
- bottled water and soft drinks.
- up to five complimentary photos per guest from the onboard photographer.
- travel accident insurance.
- Every day 08:00
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Snorkel the Similan Islands from Phuket on a luxury catamaran with three meals, gear, and hotel pickup included. A relaxed pace lets you explore before the rush.
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The experience
You get picked up from your Phuket hotel in the early morning and head to the pier for breakfast before boarding the catamaran. The boat is a double-deck vessel built for stability and space, not the cramped speedboat experience. Once underway, the first stop is Similan Island No. 8, where you climb Sail Rock for the viewpoint, walk the white-sand beach, and have time to sit without being herded back to the boat. The photographer works quietly in the background, capturing moments you'll get as files after the trip.
Snorkeling happens at Island No. 9 and Island No. 7, with the crew choosing which based on sea conditions that day: comfort and safety matter more than a fixed itinerary. You get extended free time in the water with your own gear (mask, snorkel, disposable mouthpiece), and the crew stays nearby. Between stops, you're back on the catamaran with a Thai buffet lunch, then light dinner and snacks as the afternoon winds down. Towels, bottled water, and soft drinks are on hand throughout.
The 14-hour day means you leave early and return late, but the catamaran's size and the relaxed pacing mean you're not exhausted by the end. You're sitting, snorkeling at your own pace, and eating proper meals instead of grabbing a sandwich. Round-trip hotel pickup is included, so you don't arrange transport yourself. National park entry and travel accident insurance are covered. Bring only sunscreen and a moderate level of fitness.
Top questions
Can I be picked up at my hotel?
You can choose: pickup at your hotel, or go straight to the meeting point. When you book, you choose your hotel from 104 pickup locations; if yours isn’t listed, you can type in your address. Pickup is about 2 hours before departure.
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Thai and Chinese.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4): 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.
What's the difference between this catamaran tour and the speedboat snorkeling trips from Phuket?
The luxury catamaran is a double-deck boat offering more space, better stability, and a smoother ride than speedboats. The itinerary is designed at a relaxed pace, giving you extended time on Similan Island No. 8 and longer snorkeling sessions, rather than rushing through multiple stops.
Do I get to keep the photos the onboard photographer takes?
Yes. The photographer captures moments throughout the day, and you receive up to five complimentary photos per guest as digital files after the tour ends, so you can focus on the experience rather than managing a camera.
What snorkeling sites do we visit, and can I choose which islands?
The tour visits Similan Island No. 8 (where you climb Sail Rock and walk the beach), Island No. 9, and Island No. 7 for snorkeling. The crew selects which islands to snorkel based on sea conditions that day to ensure comfort and safety, so the exact stops may vary.
What meals and drinks are included during the 14-hour day?
Breakfast is served before departure, a Thai buffet lunch is provided onboard after the first island stop, and light dinner with snacks rounds out the afternoon. Bottled water and soft drinks are available throughout the day.
Does the tour include snorkeling equipment, or do I need to bring my own?
Snorkeling equipment is included: mask, snorkel, and disposable mouthpiece. Towels are also provided. You'll need moderate fitness and should bring sunscreen. The tour is not suitable for pregnant travelers or those with heart, back, neck, or joint conditions.
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Snorkeling Similan Islands from Phuket: Luxury Catamaran
14h · EN +2
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