Similan Islands Snorkeling Day Tour from Phuket
Description
MUST VISIT! The Similan islands are open annually only from October to May. This is the perfect travel destination for tourist that like explorer remote and desolated places full of wildlife. All the Similan Islands are surrounded by crystal clear shallow waters that harbour excite rock formations and spectacular coral reefs. The marine life around the Islands is unmatched in Thailand and the region.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick up from your Hotel/villa/apartment at Phuket and departure to Phang Nga Province
Arrival at the pier, meeting with the guide. Departure to the islands by Speedboat.
Pass by Sarasin Bridge that connected Phuket Island with mainland.
Arrival to Koh Ba Ngu (No. 9). Snorkeling (swimming with mask, snorkel and life vest - included in price), explore amazing world of Andaman Sea.
Arrival to Similan Island (No.8). Relax on the white beach with coral’s sand. Explore the island.
Climbing to the Sail Rock to visit the Viewpoint
Arrival to Miang Island (No. 4). Lunch Relax on the beach. Free time to enjoy natural of royal Island.
Arrival to Koh Haa (No.5). Snorkeling, explore amazing world of Andaman Sea.
Return to the pier. Returning to Phuket hotels by minibus.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up from any hotel/villa/apartments in Phuket.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All speed boat tours are prohibited for pregnant women. Our staff can refuse to take you on tour without refund if you are pregnant.
- Infants under 1 year old cannot be accommodated
- The itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and the number of passengers.
- If it rains the tour takes place. The tour can be canceled if there are big waves and there is restrictions from marine police announced.
Reviews(99)
Beautiful nature BUT limited fish and sun burnt coral - clean ocean and white sand beaches - however drive takes 2-3 hours at 06:00 start from Phuket and 4 hours back in nightmare traffic where 8 hours are spent travelling - however best white sand beach experience and wonderful crew on board - take your own fins where fine hire plus photos taken are expensive add ons …
Thank you for your detailed feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the beautiful white sand beaches, clear ocean, and the experience with our crew on board. The Similan Islands are truly one of Thailand’s most stunning natural destinations. You are also absolutely right that the journey from Phuket is quite long, especially with early departures and possible traffic on the return trip. Because the islands are located far from Phuket and access is limited to preserve the national park, travel time is an important part of the day and something future travelers should plan for. Marine conditions and coral visibility can vary depending on the season and environmental factors, but we appreciate your honest observations. Thank you as well for sharing helpful tips regarding fins and optional photo services for future guests. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future!
We went as a couple and absolutely loved it.The snorkeling was incredible, super clear water and lots of marine life. Everything was well organized, the crew was friendly, and the whole trip felt easy and fun
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that your trip was one of the highlights of your time in Phuket — that truly means a lot to us. It’s great to know you enjoyed the incredible snorkeling, clear waters, and rich marine life. We’re also happy everything felt well organized and that our friendly crew helped make the day easy and fun for you both. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again for another unforgettable experience!
If this is not heaven then I don't know what is. My tour operator Mario did a wonderful job for the whole trip. The whole team were respectful and made our trip enjoyable. Snorkeling in 2 places was the highlight of the trip. This is one of the best place do snorkeling.
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We absolutely love your description — “a heaven on 🌎” perfectly captures the beauty of the Similan Islands! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a memorable experience. Mario will be very happy to hear your kind words, and we’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to the whole team. It’s great to know they helped make your trip enjoyable and comfortable. Snorkeling in the Similan Islands truly is something special, and we’re glad it was a highlight for you. Thank you again for choosing us — we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure!
Paradise beautiful islands. Nice, funny and friendly companion. Everything was taken care of. Punctual pickup.
Thank you for your great review! We’re so happy to hear you had an awesome day and felt well taken care of by our crew. It’s great to know you enjoyed the food, drinks, and overall experience. We’d love to have you join us again for another trip in the future! 🌴🚤✨
Be prepared for a long transfer journey. Unfortunately there was a big group of people on this journey that was really loud and disrespectful that made it uncomfortable. The host was nice but the food wasn’t good that was served. “Thai food” that was cold and included pasta bolognese?
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the breathtaking views of the Similan Islands — the beautiful beaches and clear water truly make the journey worthwhile. As the Similan Islands are located quite far from Phuket, the transfer and boat ride are indeed longer compared to other tours. Regarding the lunch, the buffet is designed to offer a mix of Thai and international dishes so that guests from different countries can find something they enjoy. We appreciate your comments and are happy to know that our host made a positive impression. Thank you for joining the tour, and we hope you still had a memorable day exploring these incredible islands. 🌊🏝️
Not worth the LONG journey from Phuket. Few fish to see
The Similan Islands are located quite far from Phuket, so the journey is indeed longer compared to some other island tours. However, this is also what helps preserve the natural beauty of the national park, with its clear water, white sand beaches, and protected marine environment. Snorkeling conditions and the number of fish can vary depending on weather, tides, and time of year, but many guests still find the scenery and beaches absolutely worth the visit. We appreciate you joining the tour and sharing your experience. 🌊🏝️
Nestled off the coast of Andaman in Thailand, the Similan Islands are a real natural jewel of Thailand. The archipelago consists of nine islands and islets, to which two other islands (Ko Bon and Ko Tachai) have been added to form Mu Ko Similan National Park.
Merci beaucoup pour votre belle description des îles Similan ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié la beauté exceptionnelle de cet archipel unique au large de la côte d’Andaman. Les paysages naturels, les eaux cristallines et la richesse marine du parc national de Mu Ko Similan en font en effet un véritable joyau de la Thaïlande. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour une prochaine aventure au cœur de ces magnifiques îles ! 🌊🏝️✨
Although the majority of guests were Russian- the tour operators did very well in explaining everything in both Russian and English for everyone to understand which was very much appreciated. The sights were incredible, jaw droppingly beautiful. There was unfortunately a bit of plastic in the waters of the drop off points on the islands but this was due to no fault of the tour operators.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really happy to hear that you had a very good experience on the Similan Islands tour and that our team’s efforts to provide clear explanations were appreciated by everyone on board. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the environmental factors at some snorkeling spots, which are unfortunately beyond the control of tour operators. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable island adventure! 🌊🏝️✨
Did the Similan Islands speedboat tour from Phuket as a couple and really enjoyed it. Water was very clear and snorkeling was amazing, lots of fishes and nice coral. Beaches are beautiful with super white sand. Long day but totally worth it.Everything was well organised and staff was friendly.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the Similan Islands speedboat tour as a couple. The crystal-clear water, colorful fish, coral reefs, and white sandy beaches truly make it a special destination. We know it’s a long day, so we’re glad you felt it was totally worth it and that everything was well organized by our friendly team. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back again for another unforgettable island adventure! 🌊🏝️✨
Similan Islands was just amazing! The boat trip is a bit long but once you arrive you understand why everyone say it’s must visit. Water is super clear, beaches look like postcard and snorkeling was really nice with many fish. Everything was organized good and staff were friendly all the time. Definitely worth the trip from Phuket - recomend!
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re really happy to hear that you had such an amazing time at the Similan Islands and that everything was well organized throughout the day. The crystal-clear water, postcard-like beaches, and snorkeling truly make this destination special. We know it’s a long journey from Phuket, so we’re glad you felt it was definitely worth the trip. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again for another unforgettable island adventure! 🌊🏝️✨
