Phu Quoc: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Speedboat Tour

Four Islands, Two Hours of Snorkeling, One Speedboat Ride Through Phu Quoc's Clearest Waters

You board a speedboat at 9am and visit four islands in the An Thoi archipelago, snorkeling at two coral reef sites and eating lunch on the beach. The tour includes hotel pickup, snorkeling equipment, an English-speaking guide, drone photography at one island, and bottled water. You're back at your hotel by late afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Speedboat tour of southern Phu Quoc islands

• Gather at Ngoc Hien Pearl Farm
• Explore pearl farm area
• Check in at harbor
• Depart by high-speed speedboat
• Arrive at Coral Park
• Optional underwater walking experience
• Visit May Rut Ngoai Island
• Photo and flycam support
• Additional snorkeling or swim
• Lunch at Mong Tay or May Rut Trong Island
• Swim, sunbathe, or rest on beach
• Snorkel at Gam Ghi Island coral reefs
• Return and end of tour

The experience

The speedboat pulls away from the harbor at 9am sharp, and within minutes you're cutting across the water toward the An Thoi archipelago. The boat moves fast enough that the mainland shrinks behind you, but not so fast that you can't feel the shift from the busier parts of Phu Quoc to something quieter. Before that, you'll have spent the early morning at Ngoc Hien Pearl Farm: a real working pearl operation where you can walk around and see how they actually do it, or just grab coffee while the guide handles the paperwork. The whole setup is built around not rushing you, which sounds small until you're on a tour where everything feels crammed.

The first real stop is Coral Park, where you can try underwater walking if you want to pay extra, but most people skip it and save energy for the actual snorkeling. Then it's May Rut Ngoai Island for two hours. This is where the drone photography happens, and the guide will capture footage if you ask, though you can also just swim and float and not be in any pictures at all. The water is clear enough that you can see down without squinting. Lunch lands on Mong Tay Island or May Rut Trong Island around midday, depending on where the guide thinks conditions are best that day. It's a beach lunch, so you're eating with sand nearby and the option to wade back in whenever you want.

Gam Ghi Island is the last stop and probably the best snorkeling of the day. The coral reefs there are dense and the fish variety is actually noticeable, not just a couple of species. You get an hour in the water, and the guide stays with the group but doesn't hover. The boat heads back around 3:30pm, and you're back at the harbor by 4:30 or so. Hotel drop-off is included, so if you're staying in Duong Dong Center or Bai Truong or An Thoi town, you don't have to arrange a separate ride back.

Snorkeling gear is provided, and the guide speaks English and Vietnamese, so there's no language barrier when they're pointing out where the fish are or explaining what you're looking at. Bottled water is on the boat, which matters because the sun is direct and you'll drink more than you think. The whole day runs about seven hours from pickup to drop-off, and the pace is genuinely flexible: the description says so, and it shows in how the stops are timed. You're not being herded. You're being taken somewhere and given time to actually be there.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Duong Dong Center, Bai Truong, or An Thoi town.
• lunch on the beach.
• bottled water on the speedboat.
• snorkeling equipment.
• English and Vietnamese-speaking guide.
• drone photography and flycam footage at May Rut Island.
• visits to four islands with snorkeling at two coral reef sites.

Options for this experience

2 options

Group tourGuide in English or Vietnamese · 08:30Includes pickup

Private tourGuide in English or Vietnamese · 08:30 and 12:30Luxury privacy option, 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 dayDepartures at 08:30 and 12:30

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (6 to 65 years) · Child (1 to 5 years)

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish and Vietnamese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 17 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.

Paid on siteUS$ 3.97

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Kart Trip Phu Quoc

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the best snorkeling spots around Phu Quoc without arranging your own boat, timing multiple stops, or figuring out where to eat: the speedboat, the islands, and the lunch are all coordinated, and hotel pickup means you don't negotiate transport on either end.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Vietnamese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 5 years).

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 how long does it take?

Pickup begins at 8:30am from central Phu Quoc hotels. The speedboat departs at 9am, and you return to your hotel by around 4:30pm. Total time is approximately seven hours.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes, snorkeling gear is provided. You don't need to bring your own.

What islands do you visit?

The tour stops at Coral Park, May Rut Ngoai Island, Mong Tay Island or May Rut Trong Island (lunch stop), and Gam Ghi Island for the main snorkeling.

Is lunch included in the price?

Yes, lunch is included and served on the beach at one of the islands.

Can you do underwater walking?

Underwater walking is available at Coral Park but costs extra and is optional. It's not part of the standard tour.

Is drone photography included?

Drone photography and flycam footage are available at May Rut Island. The guide can capture photos and video if you want them.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, bottled water, snorkeling equipment, guide, and drone photography at May Rut Island are all included.

Is this tour suitable for non-swimmers?

The tour is built around snorkeling, but you can stay on the boat or in shallow water if you prefer not to snorkel. Check with the operator about your comfort level before booking.

What should I bring?

Bring sunscreen, a towel, and a change of clothes. Water shoes are helpful for rocky areas. The boat provides snorkeling gear and water.