Similan Islands Snorkel Tour from Phuket & Khao Lak

Four Snorkel Stops in Similan Islands National Park, One Day from Phuket

You get four snorkel sites across Similan Islands National Park in one day, with the itinerary adjusted for sea conditions on the morning itself. Hotel pickup, speed boat, snorkeling gear, Thai lunch, and park entry are all included, so you're not arranging transport or tickets separately. The day runs 13 hours total, with most of it on the water or underwater.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Similan Islands National Park1h 45m
2. Royal Thai Navy Third Fleet Turtle Nursery1h

Similan Islands snorkel tour from Phuket

• Hotel pickup in Phuket early morning
• Travel by minivan to Tup Lamu Pier
• Meet guides and enjoy light breakfast
• Pick snorkeling gear at private pier
• Cruise by speed boat to Similan Islands
• Snorkel at Island No. 5 or No. 6
• Relax at Princess Bay beach
• Enjoy Thai lunch box at Koh Miang
• Explore nature trail to Honeymoon Bay
• Snorkel at Christmas Point, Island No. 9
• Climb to Sail Rock viewpoint
• Relax and swim at Koh Similan beach
• Cruise back to Tup Lamu Pier
• Enjoy light refreshment at pier
• Transfer back to hotel

The experience

You're picking up snorkeling gear at a private pier in Khao Lak before 9am, and within 80 minutes you're in the water at Koh Payu or Koh Ha: whichever the sea conditions favor that morning. The SeaStar Andaman guides adjust the whole itinerary on the day itself, which means you're not locked into a fixed route if the swell or visibility shifts. You'll see giant underwater boulders, coral heads, and the kind of clear water where the fish don't hide. The guides explain Green Fins conservation guidelines as you go, so you're learning how to move around the reef without breaking it.

After the first snorkel, the boat heads to Koh Miang for lunch: a Thai food box on Princess Bay's white sand beach, with time to walk a nature trail if you want. That's where you might spot flying fox bats or the rare Nicobar Pigeon, though the wildlife sightings depend on the day. Then it's back in the water at Christmas Point on Koh Bangu, where the coral heads are massive and the rocks hold Asian snapper. The Similan Islands snorkel tour keeps moving between four main stops, so you're not sitting on one beach all afternoon.

The last stop is Donald Duck Bay on Koh Similan itself. You can swim in the shallows or hike up to Sail Rock, the island's viewpoint, before the boat turns back toward Khao Lak. Fresh fruit and drinks wait at the pier, and then it's a two-hour transfer back to your Phuket hotel. The whole day runs from 5:30am pickup to around 7pm drop-off, which is long but packed. You're not wasting time on a boat ride to one site.

One thing to know: the Similan Islands National Park only opens to the public from October 15 to May 15, so this tour doesn't run in the off-season. You'll also need to send a copy of your passport ID page before the trip so SeaStar can register you with the Thai Marine Department. Bring the digital photo or a physical copy with you on the day.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel round-trip transfer from Phuket, speed boat transport to and from Similan Islands National Park, snorkeling gear with life jacket and fins, four snorkel sites across Koh Payu or Koh Ha, Christmas Point, and Donald Duck Bay, light breakfast at the pier, Thai lunch box at Princess Bay, drinking water and fresh fruit throughout, basic accident insurance, professional English or Chinese-speaking guide, and national park entrance fee.

Options for this experience

2 options

Pickup from your hotel in PhuketGuide in English, Thai or Chinese · 09:00Pickup is included

Pickup from your hotel in Khao LakGuide in English, Thai or Chinese · 09:00Choose this option if you are staying at a hotel in Khao Lak; pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (12 to 70 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 60

Live guideEnglish, Chinese and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 8 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree 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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Trip Store Krabi

Is this one for you?This works well if you want to see multiple Similan Islands reef sites in one day without arranging your own boat, timing, or park permits: the hotel pickup and fixed itinerary handle all of that, and the guides adjust the route based on what the sea offers that morning.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Thai 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.

What's the difference between this tour and other Similan Islands snorkel trips from Phuket?

SeaStar Andaman adjusts the itinerary based on sea conditions each morning, so the four snorkel sites and their order aren't fixed. Most tours run a set route regardless of the day's conditions.

How long is the boat ride to Similan Islands from Khao Lak?

Less than 80 minutes by speed boat from Tup Lamu Pier in Khao Lak.

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

Snorkeling gear, life jacket, and fins are all included. You don't need to bring your own.

What time does the day start and end?

Hotel pickup in Phuket starts at 5:30am. You're back at your hotel around 7pm.

Is lunch included?

Yes, a Thai lunch box is provided at Koh Miang beach. Drinking water, coffee, snacks, and fresh fruit are also included throughout the day.

When does Similan Islands National Park open?

October 15 to May 15 each year. The tour doesn't operate outside those dates.

Do I need to bring my passport?

You need to send a copy of your passport ID page to SeaStar before the trip so they can register you with the Thai Marine Department. Bring a digital photo or physical copy with you on the day as well.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The tour program is subject to change due to weather and sea conditions. SeaStar adjusts the itinerary on the day itself to get the best value from conditions.