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Similan Islands Snorkel Tour by Fantastic Similan Travel from Phuket

Duration: 9 hours
Destination: Thailand, Chang Wat Phang-nga, Khao Lak
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  • Khao Lak
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Overview

Discover breathtaking sights, colourful seascapes and rich marine life in the pristine Similan Islands on board the Fantastic Similan speed boat with 45 limited seats. Snorkel in clear blue water and relax at white sand beaches including a yummy Thai style lunch with a seasonal fruits and a handy hotel pickup service in Phuket.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Phuket, Phuket

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.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Fantastic Similan Travel, Unnamed Road Tambon Lam Kaen, Amphoe Thai Mueang, Chang Wat Phang-nga 82210, Thailand

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.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Similan Islands, Similan Islands, Phang Nga Province

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.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Similan Islands, Similan Islands, Phang Nga Province

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.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Similan Islands, Similan Islands, Phang Nga Province

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.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Similan Islands, Similan Islands, Phang Nga Province

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.

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Fantastic Similan Travel Office, J6QX+FP6, Khuekkhak, Takua Pa District, Phang-nga 82190, Thailand

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Pass By: Similan Islands, Phang Nga Thailand

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Pass By: Similan Islands National Park, 50 kilometers from Khao Lak, Phang Nga Province Thailand

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Pass By: Ko Similan, Ko Similan, Similan Islands, Phang Nga Province

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Pass By: Fantastic Similan Travel, Khao Lak Thailand

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Pass By: Fantastic Similan Travel, 40/9 Moo 6 Khuk Khak Subdistrict, 82190 Thailand

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Inclusions
  • Hotel round-trip transfer (only if the hotel location is covered for the pickup service)
  • Light breakfast, drinking water, coffee, snack, soft drink & fruits
  • Thai set lunch
  • Snorkeling equipment & life jacket
  • Professional English and Chinese speaking guide
  • Basic accident insurance
  • National Park entrance fee

Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup from remote locations in Phuket or from private villas/airbnbs
  • Hotel pickup in Pa Khlok, Ao Por, Bang Rong, Coconut Island & Laem Hin
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • 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.
  • The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Fantastic Similan Travel, Unnamed Road Tambon Lam Kaen, Amphoe Thai Mueang, Chang Wat Phang-nga 82210, Thailand
Traveler pickup is offered
Get picked up from your hotel in Phuket (except Pa Khlok, Ao Por, Bang Rong, Coconut Island & Laem Hin) located near the main road. If you are staying on the hill or at a private villa or airbnb, you have to come to a nearby hotel. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed by email after you have made the booking.

Pickup times for each zone:
• Bang Tao Beach: 06:45 - 07:00
• Cape Panwa: 05:30 - 05:45
• Kamala Beach: 06:30 - 06:45
• Karon Beach: 06:00 - 06:15
• Kata Beach: 06:00 - 06:15
• Mai Khao Beach: 07:30 - 07:45
• Nai Yang Beach: 07:00 - 07:15
• Patong Beach: 06:00 - 06:15
• Phuket Town: 05:30 - 05:45
• Rawai Beach: 05:30 - 05:45
• Siray Bay: 05:00 - 05:15
• Surin Beach: 06:45 - 07:00


Departure Time

09:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

9 hours


User's Reviews

Dave T

13 Jan, 2024

I have been lucky to have snorkelled at many different places in the world, so when I saw this trip available prior to our holiday I thought it might be good. How wrong can one be. My biggest mistake, I think, was to not read the other reviews so thoroughly here on TripAdvisor, but as they are subjective one always has to find out for oneself. The info on the trip advises what to bring, towel, waterproof bag, etc. My wife and I were then picked up from our hotel in a mini bus and taken to the waterside venue. I didn't really know what to expect but was hoping that it was going to be similar to other snorkeling trips . No such luck. My heart sank when we pulled in to the car park and saw the vast array of other minibuses and taxis offloading a sea of humanity which was making it's way to a desk in front of what looks like a massive aircraft hangar. Upon giving our names to the people on the desk we were directed to another desk and had to give more details including our passport numbers. Why on earth they needed these is beyond me, so be warned if you haven't got them to hand. You are then given a colour coded wristband and a bag which already had towels in it so no need to bring your own. The hangar is full of bench seats and you are encouraged to go and get a drink from the serving hatches on one side. We declined.Then the shouting soon starts where staff are shouting loudly for the attention of the people in their respective colour groups. You then get told the itinerary with the aid of a large notice board with the islands on it. My wife and I had by now realised that our group had about 40 people in it so the boat we were to travel in would be quite a size. Well at least there might be room enough to stretch ones legs and move around a bit. No such luxury, as Upon seeing the craft it was long and sleek with regimented seats in a line from front to back. We chose seats near the front as they were in pairs, and we didn't fancy putting up with the noise and smell from the three large outboard motors once we had got under way. So there we all were packed in like sardines for a very bumpy 90 minute slog to the first island. The seats we had to sit in have to be some of the most uncomfortable ones that I have ever had to sit in. Small , cramped and set so high that one can barely touch the floor. I'm over 6 feet tall and I struggled, so I feel sorry for anyone less tall. The staff on board do keep you updated with the progress of the trip, but unfortunately it's so noisy on the boat that they use a megaphone to do so. Standing next to me. What fun! We eventually reach the first island, which looks great, but another dozen boats from some different companies are already there and as there is no jetty they are all jostling for position to reverse onto the beach to let people off. As you may imagine this is quite perilous as the boat is bobbing up and down with the waves crashing on the beach and people are trying to navigate down a tiny ladder with their belongings. The beach was nice but overcrowded with the people being disgorged from the many different craft on the bay. Oh well, at least we have the next island to visit for snorkeling. I should have known it was going to be awful, as Upon anchoring up at the next island I knew the experience was going to be a disappointing one. And on this point I wasn't disappointed as it was the worst snorkeling I have ever done. For one the area chosen was too deep to see anything remotely clearly, and there was hardly any marine life to sea on the mostly dead coral. There were too many of us trying to swim in a too small an area too, compounding the fact that some non swimmers were dragged around on large floating rubber squares which you had to try and avoid. To another island for lunch. This consisted of two anaemic bits of chicken, well I think it was chicken but not sure what part it came from. A bowl of raw vegetables with some chopped up frankfurter and white sausage in it. On this was dumped a choice of three different soups. The guy ladling this out didn't really have his heart in it as he managed to spill part of it onto my tray. It tasted awful. The dried up cold rice accompanying it was just as bad, so as well as the chicken and soup, I didn't eat that either. The only thing edible was two thin slices of water melon. This was all served on those pressed tin trays with the individual sections on them. And after you had finished your meal it was self clear with instructions printed on a board as to what goes where. Gives you some idea of what mealtimes at prison must be like, but I bet they are better fed. I won't dignify the rest of the trip with further negative feedback. I will just mention that when on the boat one of the first things the staff hand out are sick bags, which gives you some idea how how rough the boat trip was at times. One young girl sat in front of us did suffer from it, and to be fair the staff were very attentive of her, especially a staff member called Lucy who was very good, even giving the girl a soothing head massage which was a very nice touch. So all in all I wish we had never bothered with this trip, and I would advise anyone looking forward to great snorkeling that you will be very disappointed. This trip wasn't particularly cheap either, costing over £160 for the two of us. My advice, save your money and don't book this one. We had considered other trips whilst in Thailand, but if they are as disappointing an experience as this the we won't be bothering.

luxurymansion

17 Apr, 2023

My fiance and I liked the Sail Rock and beach the best. Wonderful views from the high rocks and the water was crystal clear. We saw plenty of colorful fish and our boat guides were excellent and offered beverages and fruit throughout the trip. I highly recommend this group for your travels.

103mechris

19 Jan, 2023

Excellent ! Very professional people They are very welcoming and helpful. They took me a lot of pictures for free. They made the trip very joyful with their jokes. The breakfast, the lunch and the snacks are very good also.

123JessicaH

14 Nov, 2022

This day trip was a miserable slog. It starts with hours in a minivan to get to the marina. There you are served the world’s cheapest breakfast (I got 1 piece of dry toast and half a cup of fake juice) before boarding a speedboat. You are packed into the speedboat like sardines in a can, and the seats are brutally uncomfortable. Then there’s an hour and half hard, miserable boat ride to the first beach. The beach is very nice. Then they take you to 2 horrible snorkel locations. The snorkel sites are in about 25feet of water - this is much too deep to really see or enjoy any of the marine life. Maybe Fantastic Similan can get away with ripping their customers off in this way because half of their target audience can’t swim, but you should actually be able to see the fish when you’re snorkeling. Then they take you to a 2nd beach for lunch. The lunch is lousy but at this point you’re starving because you haven’t been given any food since the piece of toast 6 hours ago. Then you’re packed back onto the speedboat for another miserable 90minute ride back to the marina, so you can spend another several hours in a minivan. The Similan Islands are stunning, and the staff tried hard, but this trip sucks. Don’t waste your time or money.

Curious768281

05 Nov, 2018

I have a chance to go to the ismilan island when 2 year ago. I booked a through the website of the company sea star date. I have to wake up since 6 am. to wait at the docks. We go to island by speed boat the travel time to about 1 half on the island. When the island Guide to our dive snorkeling is at 15 minutes. Before they will take up the island to eat lunch and take the picture. When lunch is walking around the island to relax and take the picture and for tourists to chang clothes and shower up the boat a secret side.

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