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- Due to bad weather or sea conditions the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund.
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Similan Islands Snorkel Tour by Fantastic Similan Travel from Phuket
White coral-sand beaches surrounded by large boulders
Highlights
- Deluxe speed boat cruise with 45 limited seats
- Visit 4 of the picturesque Similan Islands
- Plenty of opportunities to relax on white-sand beaches
- See untouched coral & diverse marine life
- Delicious lunch with Thai style and a seasonal fruits
What can you expect
Start the island adventure with a convenient hotel pickup in the early morning by minivan from all areas in Phuket (except Pa Khlok, Ao Por, Bang Rong, Coconut Island & Laem Hin), and travel on road to Tao Than Pier in Lam Kaen. Enjoy a light breakfast and pick out your snorkeling gear after you have meet your friendly guide from Fantastic Similan. Take a speed boat ride to the beautiful Similan Islands in less than 80 minutes with 45 limited seats so you never feel crowded.
Appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your first snorkeling spot at Koh Miang, the Island No. 4. Clear waters, healthy coral and plentiful fish, this island is perfect for the beginner and experienced snorkeler. Spend some time at the beach and explore the underwater world before enjoying a Thai style lunch and seasonal fruits on the serene sandy beach of Princess Bay.
Depart for Koh Payu, the Island No. 7, which is ideal for snorkeling at the East of Eden with a reef slope that ranges from 5 to 40 metres. Then make your way to the waters of Christmas Point at Koh Bangu, the Island No. 9, for one more snorkeling opportunity with massive coral heads in The Mooring, and Snapper Alley for Asian snapper living among the giant rocks.
The last stop is at the tranquil waters of Donald Duck Bay on Koh Similan, the Island No. 8. Here you can relax on the beach or hike to the island's viewpoint at Sailing Rock before heading back to the pier where a light snack with fresh fruits and drinks are awaiting you. Get transferred back to your hotel and replay the day's happenings.
Please note that the Similan Islands National Park is officially opened to the public from 15th October until 15th May.
Itinerary
- 05:00 - 07:30: Hotel pickup in Phuket
- 07:30 - 08:30: Transfer to Tao Than Pier in Lam Kaen
- 08:30 - 09:00: Have coffee & light breakfast
- 09:00 - 10:30: Cruise by speed boat to Similan Islands
- 10:30 - 11:30: Sightseeing & swimming at Miang Island (Koh 4)
- 11:30 - 12:00: Enjoy a Thai set lunch on the beach
- 12:00 - 13:00: Snorkel & swim at Payu Island (Koh 7)
- 13:00 - 14:00: More snorkeling at Ba-ngu Island (Koh 9)
- 14:00 - 15:00: Relax at the beach of Similan Island (Koh 8), climb to the viewpoint at Sailing Rock
- 15:00 - 16:30: Depart from Similan Island to Tao Than Pier
- 16:30 - 17:00: Enjoy a light refreshment
- 17:00 - 19:00: Transfer back to your hotel in Phuket
- * The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions
Inclusions
- Hotel round-trip transfer
- Light breakfast, coffee & snack
- Drinking water, soft drink & fruits
- Thai set lunch
- Snorkeling equipment
- Life jacket
- National Park entrance fee
- Professional English and Chinese speaking guide
- Basic accident insurance
Important
- Bring a towel, waterproof bag, swimwear, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, flip flops and a camera.
- Speed boats carry passengers as close to the beach as they can so passengers can hop off and on easily.
- Wear flip flops or water shoes in case there are shells or rocks on the sand, and shorts rather than pants as the water level may be above the knees when hopping off/on the boat.
- This tour is not recommended for pregnant women, infants under 4 years, people over 69 years or people with back or neck problems.
- To be able to confirm the booking, it is very important that you send us a copy of the passport ID page for all travelers. We have to send this information to the Thai Marine Department before the trip starts. It will be handled strictly private and confidential. Please also bring a digital photo of the passport on your phone or a copy of the passport to the trip.
- There is a minimum of 2 people required to run this activity! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel this trip, we will inform you in advance and offer a different travel date, an alternative activity or provide a full refund.