Snorkeling from Chalong Pier to Coral Island with sunset dinner

Snorkel the coral and tropical fish, then watch the sunset from the boat

A catamaran snorkeling trip from Chalong Pier to Coral Island in Phuket, departing at 1:30 PM and returning at 7 PM. You snorkel and swim at the island, stop for a second snorkel site, then cruise to Promthep Cape for Thai dinner and sunset over the Andaman Sea. Hotel pickup and mask, snorkel, lifejacket and dinner are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset catamaran cruise and island activities

• Meet guide at Chalong Pier
• Depart to Coral Island
• Snorkel, swim, or relax on beach
• Optional hornbill feeding and sea sports
• Depart Coral Island for swimming and snorkeling
• Cruise to Promthep Cape and enjoy Thai dinner
• Watch sunset over Andaman Sea
• Return to Chalong Pier

The experience

The boat leaves Chalong Pier at 1:30 PM and sails south to Coral Island, where you get roughly two hours to snorkel the big coral and tropical fish, swim in the white sand shallows, or relax on the beach. The crew is English-speaking and experienced, and your mask, snorkel and lifejacket are provided. If you want to try something else (parasailing, banana boat, scuba diving, sea walker or clear kayak), those are available for an extra charge paid on the day.

At 4 PM the catamaran departs Coral Island and stops again for a second round of snorkeling before heading to Promthep Cape. Thai dinner is served onboard with fruit and soft drinks while you watch the sunset over the Andaman Sea. The boat returns to Chalong Pier at 7 PM, and if your hotel is in Phuket Town, Leamhin, Rawai, Naiharn, Kata, Karon, Patong, Kalim or Tri Trang, pickup and drop-off are complimentary. Transfers from Cape Panwa, Boat Lagoon, Koh Riray, Kamala, Surin or Bangtao cost 200 Baht per person.

What’s included

• Local English-speaking guide.
• hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minivan.
• mask, snorkel and lifejacket.
• cruising on a premium catamaran.
• Thai dinner onboard with fruit and soft drinks.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 12:30

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by I Asia Thailand

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so you can follow the commentary and ask questions about what you are seeing underwater. Children need an adult with them, and the trip suits all fitness levels, so families and mixed-ability groups travel comfortably together.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What is the coral and fish like at Coral Island?

Coral Island has big coral formations and many tropical fish in shallow water suitable for snorkeling. The reef is close to the beach and accessible to swimmers of all levels.

Can I do activities other than snorkeling?

Yes. Parasailing, banana boat, scuba diving, sea walker and clear kayak are available on the day for an extra charge. Swimming and relaxing on the white sand beach are free.

What time does the boat leave and return?

The boat departs Chalong Pier at 1:30 PM and returns at 7 PM, giving you about five and a half hours on the water and at the island.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup and drop-off are complimentary from Phuket Town, Leamhin, Rawai, Naiharn, Kata, Karon, Patong, Kalim and Tri Trang. Transfers from Cape Panwa, Boat Lagoon, Koh Riray, Kamala, Surin or Bangtao cost 200 Baht per person.

What happens at Promthep Cape?

The boat cruises to Promthep Cape at sunset and serves Thai dinner onboard with fruit and soft drinks while you watch the sun set over the Andaman Sea.