Phu Quoc: 4 Islands Speedboat Tour & Snorkeling with Lunch

Four Islands in One Day: Snorkeling Phu Quoc's An Thoi Archipelago by Speedboat

You're picked up from your hotel at 8am and spend the day island-hopping by speedboat through the An Thoi Archipelago, snorkeling at Gam Ghi Island's coral reefs, swimming at May Rut Island, and eating lunch at a seaside restaurant. Optional water sports (jet skis, flyboarding) are available at Ocean World for extra cost. You're back at your hotel by mid-afternoon with no transport or timing to arrange yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Phu Quoc 4 Islands Speedboat Tour

• Hotel pick-up at 08:00
• Travel to harbor
• Board speedboat and visit Ocean World
• Snorkel at Gam Ghi Island
• Relax or snorkel at May Rut Island
• Lunch at seaside restaurant
• Visit May Rut Trong / Mong Tay Island
• Return to harbor
• Hotel drop-off

The experience

"The water here is so clear you'll see the fish before you hit the surface," our guide said as we pulled away from the dock at 8am. He wasn't exaggerating. The speedboat cuts through the An Thoi Archipelago fast enough that you're not wasting hours in transit. You're actually on the islands, in the water, by mid-morning. Hotel pickup starts the day, so there's no scrambling for a taxi or figuring out where the harbor is. You just get in the boat.

The first real stop is Gam Ghi Island, where the snorkeling happens. The coral reefs here are still vibrant: schools of small fish, some bigger ones hanging in the deeper channels, and the water so transparent you can see the sand fifteen feet down. It's not a crowded spot either, at least not when you're there early. After that, May Rut Island is where you slow down. Some people keep snorkeling. Others just float in the turquoise shallows or walk onto the white sand and sit. There's no schedule pressure, the boat waits. Then comes lunch at a seaside restaurant on the island itself, fresh local dishes, nothing fancy but real.

Ocean World (also called Hon Dua or Hon Roi) is a stop where you can add things on your own dime (sea walking, jet skis, flyboarding), but you don't have to. The Phu Quoc 4 islands speedboat tour includes the stop and the snorkeling. The extras are optional. After lunch, there's one more island, May Rut Trong or Mong Tay, depending on conditions. Same deal: swim, rest, take photos. The boat brings you back to the harbor by 3pm, and you're back at your hotel not long after. The whole day is structured but not rushed.

One thing worth knowing: the boat is fast, which is why you see four islands instead of two, but it also means you're on the water for stretches. If rough seas bother you, that matters. The guide will tell you the conditions when you board. Bring sunscreen (the sun off the water is relentless), and a rash guard if you burn easily. The snorkeling gear is provided, but if you have your own fins or mask, bring them.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup at 8am.
• speedboat transport to four islands in the An Thoi Archipelago.
• snorkeling equipment and access to Gam Ghi Island's coral reefs.
• swimming time at May Rut Island.
• lunch at a seaside restaurant.
• stop at Ocean World.
• hotel drop-off by mid-afternoon.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private TourGuide in English · 08:00Pickup is included

Small group optionGuide in English · 08:00Pickup is included

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 08:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Child (3 to 5 years) · Infant (under 2)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Zavira Travel

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see multiple islands and snorkel in one day without arranging your own boat, timing each stop, or figuring out lunch: the speedboat and fixed schedule handle all three, leaving you to swim and rest.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 5 years); Infant (under 2).

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 time does the tour start and end?

Hotel pickup is at 8am. You return to your hotel around 3pm or shortly after.

Is snorkeling gear included?

Yes, snorkeling equipment is provided. You can bring your own mask or fins if you prefer.

How many islands do you visit?

Four islands: Gam Ghi Island (main snorkeling stop), May Rut Island, Ocean World, and May Rut Trong or Mong Tay Island, depending on sea conditions.

Is lunch included in the price?

Yes. Lunch is served at a seaside restaurant on one of the islands, featuring fresh local dishes.

Are water sports like jet skiing or flyboarding included?

No. Water sports such as jet skiing, flyboarding, and parasailing are available at Ocean World but cost extra and are optional.

What is Ocean World?

Ocean World (Hon Dua or Hon Roi) is Phu Quoc's largest marine activity hub. It's a scheduled stop where you can add optional activities like sea walking or close-up coral reef encounters for an additional fee.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the harbor?

No. Hotel pickup is included, and the tour ends with a drop-off back at your hotel.

What should I bring?

Bring sunscreen, a rash guard or light cover-up, a towel, and a waterproof bag for your phone and valuables. Snorkeling gear is provided.