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Similan Islands Tours: The 13 Best Boats In Season

13 tours  ·  from $94

The park closes through the monsoon and reopens around mid-October, so the season decides everything. These 13 compare the Khao Lak and Phuket departures on boat type, time in the water and price.

Similan Islands Snorkeling Day Tour from Phuket - From Phuket hotels to Taplamu Pier
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Similan Islands Snorkeling Day Tour from Phuket

1.Similan Islands Snorkeling Day Tour from Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 86 reviews · from $94Our pick

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Phuket to the Similan Islands by speedboat. Snorkel at Koh Ba Ngu and Koh Haa, visit the beaches and Sail Rock viewpoint on Islands 8 and 4, and enjoy hotel pickup, food, drinks, equipment, and an English-speaking guide. Jenny, Way, Stephanie, Bella, and other guides have received particular praise, though group size and boat comfort vary.

“Journée extraordinaire on en a plein les yeux, l’équipage du bateau a été parfaite un grand merci à eux (la Blue team) Les repas sont de bonne qualité Trajet depuis Phuket un peu long mais cela vraiment le coup !”

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Khao Lak: Wow Andaman Snorkeling Trip to Similan Islands - The speedboat ride to the Similan Islands
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Khao Lak: Wow Andaman Snorkeling Trip to Similan Islands

2.Wow Andaman Snorkeling Trip to Similan Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 79 reviews · from $117

Spend about 8.5 hours reaching the Similan Islands by speedboat from Khao Lak, with snorkeling at Koh Payu and Koh Bangu, lunch on Koh Similan, and a stop at Koh Miang. Guides such as Puu, Tan, Yaya, and Poi have earned praise for clear safety guidance and attentive service. Expect early transport, a lively boat, and a full day on the water.

“This was an excellent trip. We booked three other tours with Viator in Thailand and this was the first and only time we had guides that spoke English in such a way that it was possible to follow them! Puu as main guide and his assistant guiRead more”

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Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour - The 6:00 a.m. pickup and the trip south
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Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour

3.Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 40 reviews · from $93Best value

Leave Phuket early for a long but rewarding day at the Similan Islands. Your English-speaking guide leads you to snorkeling stops at Ko Pa Yu and Bangu Island, with time on Ko Miang and Koh 8. The package includes hotel transfers, speedboat travel, gear, breakfast, fruit, drinks, lunch, and the Sailing Rock viewpoint.

“We were an hour and half late leaving due to boat not starting. So no snorkelling first, we went straight for lunch which was rice, cold pasta with some tomato sauce, chicken drumstick and a few vegetables. Then went snorkelling for 30 minutes, then onto another island for more snorkelling. After that we went to the beach which was overcrowded with boats and people. Stayed 50 minutes, then back to get mini bus back to hotel. People smoking cannabis at front of boat which wafted through to us at the back! Not impressed.”

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Best Seller - Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip From Khao Lak - Ko Pa Yu is a water-first snorkeling stop
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Best Seller – Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip From Khao Lak

4.Best Seller – Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip From Khao Lak

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · from $104

Leave Khao Lak early for a full-day speedboat trip through the Similan Islands. You will snorkel at Ko Pa Yu and Bangu Island, relax on Ko Miang and Koh 8, eat a Thai buffet, and climb to Sailing Rock. Hotel transfers, equipment, drinks, fruit, insurance, and an English-speaking guide are included. Expect a busy, well-organized day.

“We booked this trip hoping for a beautiful snorkelling experience. Starting with the positives, the operation was very well executed. We were dropped off at the harbour and clearly directed to exactly where we needed to go. The staff were exRead more”

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Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip From Phuket - Breakfast, gear, and the speedboat ride
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Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip From Phuket

5.Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip From Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 36 reviews · from $104

You’ll leave Phuket around 6:00 am for a full day at the Similan Islands, with hotel pickup, speedboat travel, several snorkeling stops, a Thai buffet, beach time, and a climb to Sailing Rock. The tour uses groups of up to 45 people and requires an extra national park fee.

“Une excellente journée pour découvrir l'île de Similan. Pour les passionnés de plongée et de natation comme moi, c'était juste extraordinaire. J'avais envie que ce soit plus long et que la journée ne se termine plus.”

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Phuket: Wow Andaman Snorkeling Trip to Similan Islands - The early road to Wow Andaman Pier
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Phuket: Wow Andaman Snorkeling Trip to Similan Islands

6.Wow Andaman Snorkeling Trip to Similan Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · from $126

Join Wow Andaman for a full-day speedboat trip from Phuket to Koh Miang, Koh Payu, Ko Bangu, and Koh Similan. Guide Puu and the crew provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, snorkel gear, hotel transfers, and safety advice. Expect beautiful reefs and beaches, but also a very early start and a long ride to Khao Lak.

“Amazing experience, from start to finish. Pick up was on time, had breakfast at the pier where you could also rent a towel and flippers for 200 baht deposit. They had luggage storage, souvenir shop and toilets. Our main guide was Puu, hRead more”

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Similan Islands Full Day - Premium - Island 8 and the Sail Rock viewpoint
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Similan Islands Full Day – Premium

7.Similan Islands Full Day – Premium

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · from $115

Travel from Royal Phuket Marina to the Similan Islands by luxury speedboat for a long but rewarding day. You will visit Island 8 and Sail Rock, snorkel near Islands 9 and 7, relax at Honeymoon Bay or Princess Bay, and eat lunch in the national park. Hotel pickup, gear, park fees, and an English-speaking guide are included.

“We were a little disappointed with this tour after reading such amazing reviews. Rain aside (nobody can controle the weather) this tour is super long (13.5 hours from pick-up to drop-off) for the amount of time you actually spend snorkellinRead more”

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Similan Islands Snorkel Tour by Fantastic Similan Travel from Khao Lak - From Khao Lak to Thap Lamu Pier
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Similan Islands Snorkel Tour by Fantastic Similan Travel from Khao Lak

8.Similan Islands Snorkel Tour by Fantastic Similan Travel from Khao Lak

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 26 reviews · from $99

Spend about nine hours visiting the Similan Islands by speedboat from Khao Lak. Snorkel at Koh Miang, Koh Payu, and Koh Bangu, then relax at Koh Similan’s Donald Duck Bay. English and Chinese speaking guides, breakfast, Thai lunch, equipment, park fees, and hotel transfers are included.

“The staff was the best part of the trip entertaing and friendly. The snorkelling was disappointing to many people in the water and not much to see. The islands are beautiful though a victim of tourism with us been 3 of them.”

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Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour By Speed Catamaran From Khao Lak - Koh Miang brings lunch and a needed pause
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Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour By Speed Catamaran From Khao Lak

9.Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour By Speed Catamaran From Khao Lak

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 25 reviews · from $116

From Khao Lak, you’ll ride a high-speed catamaran to several Similan Islands snorkeling sites, including Island No. 5, Koh Miang, Koh Bangu, and Koh Similan. Guide Way and the SeaStar crew lead the day, with gear, hotel transfers, Thai food, fruit, beach time, and a climb to Sailing Rock included. Expect a long, active day and a busy boat.

“Parfaitement bien organisé. Personnel très prévenant et semant la bonne humeur. On est venu nous chercher et ramener à notre hôtel aux heures indiquées. Pas d’attente. À chaque arrêt , on nous a bien expliqué ce qu’on devait faire. Vraiment journée parfaite pour une destination enchanteresse.”

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Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour By Sea Star Andaman From Khao Lak - Ko Miang combines lunch, beach time, and a break
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Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour By Sea Star Andaman From Khao Lak

10.Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour By Sea Star Andaman From Khao Lak

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 24 reviews · from $124

Join Sea Star Andaman for an 8 to 9 hour Similan Islands snorkeling trip from Khao Lak. Hotel transfers, speedboat transport, equipment, guide, Thai lunch, fruit, and insurance are included. You visit several snorkeling sites, Ko Miang, Bangu Island, Island 7, and Sailing Rock. Bring your passport, as the park requires it for entry processing.

“Very pleasant day, although I do agree with other reviews that seeing so many people around isn't the most desirable option when you want to enjoy the views.BUT what to do if the place you wanna visit is amazing AND its not a secret anRead more”

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Similan Islands One Day Tour By Speed Boat Pick up from Phuket

11.Similan Islands One Day Tour By Speed Boat Pick up from Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $136Top rated

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Phuket to the Similan Islands by speedboat. You’ll hike to Sail Rock at Donald Duck Bay, snorkel near Islands 9 and 4, eat a beachfront buffet lunch, and receive hotel transfers, equipment, snacks, and a guide. Crew members such as Naja Au and Melani are praised for their energy and care.

“Very good service and we love it so much ❤️❤️ the activty is awesome and snorkling time is fhe best, food is good and snack is good too!”

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Similan Islands Private Tour - Snorkeling at Koh Miang, Island No. 4
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Similan Islands Private Tour

12.Similan Islands Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews

Set out from Phuket with 5 Star Marine for a private 6 to 8 hour trip to the Similan Islands. You’ll receive a briefing, snorkel at Koh Miang, relax on white sand, and stop at Koh Rang Yai for fruit and drinks. The boat includes Wi-Fi, a restroom, gear, snacks, and private transport for up to 15 people.

“This trip was the highlight of my family’s year, and the year has just started 😂 Our trip was a private tour to the Similan Islands. The place is simply heaven on earth. White sandy beaches, crystal blue waters and an opportunity to swim amoRead more”

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Similan Islands Snorkel Tour by Fantastic Similan Travel from Phuket - Koh Payu and East of Eden
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Similan Islands Snorkel Tour by Fantastic Similan Travel from Phuket

13.Similan Islands Snorkel Tour by Fantastic Similan Travel from Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 15 reviews · from $96

Leave Phuket early for Thap Lamu Pier, then ride a speedboat to Similan Islands National Park. You will snorkel at Koh Miang, Koh Payu, and Koh Bangu, eat Thai food on Princess Bay, and visit Donald Duck Bay. Equipment, park fees, drinks, breakfast, snacks, and covered hotel transfers are included.

“Fantastic similan travel gives you exactly what they promised, a fantastic trip from start to finish. The whole set up is so well run. Little touches like the beach bag with mat, towel and snorkel gear (on loan for the day), the breakfast buffet, and cheery staff. Perfect from start to finish.”

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