Snorkeling in Angthong National Marine Park from Ko Pha Ngan
Forty-two islands, coral gardens, and a lagoon the color of jade.
Snorkel Angthong National Marine Park on a full-day speedboat trip from Ko Pha Ngan, with kayaking, a viewpoint hike, and lunch on the island. Depart at 9:30am from Thong Sala Pier, spend the morning in the coral reefs and around the archipelago, then choose between kayaking or hiking to the viewpoint in the afternoon before returning by 3:30pm. Hotel pickup and snorkeling gear are included.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Angthong Marine Park by speedboat
- Pick up from hotel to pier
- Check-in and enjoy snacks
- Depart from Thong Sala Pier
- Arrive at Angthong Marine Park
- Snorkel coral reefs
- Visit Talay Nai emerald lake
- Buffet lunch on Koh Wua Ta Lap
- Kayak around islands
- Hike to viewpoint
- Swim and relax on beach
- Depart Angthong Marine Park
- Arrive back at Koh Phangan
- Transfer to hotel
What’s included
- Snorkeling equipment.
- buffet lunch and soft drinks.
- snacks and refreshments.
- a multilingual guide.
- round-trip hotel transfers from most Ko Pha Ngan locations.
- full tour insurance coverage.
- sightseeing and snorkeling at the coral reefs.
- kayaking or hiking in the afternoon.
- access to Talay Nai lagoon and the viewpoint.
Times
- Every day 07:30
Before you book
Operated by Oh-Hoo
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The experience
The speedboat leaves Thong Sala Pier at 9:30am and reaches Angthong National Marine Park an hour later. The first stop is the coral reefs: shallow gardens where you snorkel among colorful fish and the rock formations that make the park distinctive. The boat then cruises the archipelago to Talay Nai, the emerald lagoon ringed by limestone cliffs, where you can see the water's color shift from jade to deep blue depending on the light and depth.
Lunch is a Thai buffet served on Koh Wua Ta Lap, the marine park headquarters island. After eating, you choose your afternoon: kayak around the smaller islands to explore sea caves and hidden coves, or hike up to the viewpoint on Wua Ta Lap to see all 42 islands laid out below you. Both options leave time to swim and sunbathe on the white sand beach before the boat departs at 2:45pm. You're back at your Ko Pha Ngan hotel by 3:30pm.
The trip runs seven to eight hours total. Snorkeling equipment, a multilingual guide, soft drinks, snacks, and round-trip hotel transfers are included. The national park entrance fee (300 baht per adult, 150 baht per child) is paid when you check in. A minimum of ten people is required to run the tour, and the operator will notify you in advance if a departure is cancelled, offering an alternative date, a different tour, or a full refund.
Is this one for you?Book this if you want snorkeling and island exploration in one day: the speedboat route hits multiple islands and viewpoints, while hotel pickup means you start directly from Koh Phangan without extra travel time.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years); Infant (under 2): 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 water like for snorkeling at Angthong National Marine Park?
The coral reefs are shallow and populated with colorful fish, making them accessible for snorkelers of varying experience. Talay Nai lagoon has calm, clear emerald-green water suitable for swimming and snorkeling in the afternoon.
Can I choose between kayaking and hiking, or do I have to do both?
You choose one or the other in the afternoon. Kayaking takes you around the smaller islands to explore sea caves and natural features. Hiking leads to the viewpoint on Wua Ta Lap where you see the panorama of all 42 islands.
What time does the boat leave Ko Pha Ngan, and when do I get back?
Hotel pickup runs from 7:40am to 8:30am, check-in is at 8:30am at Thong Sala Pier, and the boat departs at 9:30am. The return boat leaves Angthong at 2:45pm, and you arrive back at your hotel by 3:30pm.
Is lunch included, and what if I have dietary restrictions?
A Thai buffet lunch is included and served on Koh Wua Ta Lap. Soft drinks and snacks are provided throughout the day. Dietary restrictions are not detailed in the standard itinerary, so contact the operator before booking if you have specific needs.
Do I need to pay anything extra on the day of the tour?
The national park entrance fee must be paid at check-in or at the point of entry: 300 baht per adult and 150 baht per child. If your hotel is at Thong Nai Pan Beach, an additional transfer charge of 300 baht per person applies.
Snorkeling in Angthong National Marine Park from Ko Pha Ngan
7h–8h · EN
from US$ 67 per person
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