The 15 Best Private Snorkeling Charters in Thailand

1.Private Longtail Boat to Maya Bay with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,632 reviews · 3 - 7 hours · from $112 per boat (seats 2)Our pick

Take a private longtail boat from Koh Phi Phi with a local captain such as Abo, Leaf, Malik, or Nat. Visit Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Bay, Viking Cave, and Loh Samah Bay, with snorkeling, fresh pineapple, and water included. Choose an early morning trip for fewer crowds, or an afternoon option for sunset and bioluminescent plankton.

“Absolutely amazing. Perhaps my favorite part of my whole Thailand trip. Lots of amazing snorkeling spots, beautiful boat ride, sunset stunning and our captain o captain was the chillest amazing captain. Will book again next time I come to phi phi islands.”

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2.Private Longtail Boat to Pig Island with Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 330 reviews · from $93 per boat (seats 2)

Meet your local Thai captain near Thong Krut Pier and take a private longtail boat to Koh Tan and Koh Madsum, known as Pig Island. Snorkel if sea conditions allow, then enjoy up to 2.5 hours with the pigs on a white-sand beach. Bring cash for the 50 THB island fee, food, drinks, and pig food.

“We had the best day we arrived and were met by a friendly host then our boat left on time and took us to pig island! We had a private tour which was amazing - our boat driver was so lovely! We spent as much time as we liked with the pigs feeding them and spending time with them. We then went snorkling and our boat driver took pictures of us. We spend as long as wanted here and then he drove us back! A great day!”

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3.Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews · from $444 per boat (seats 2)Top rated

Spend 7 to 9 hours on a private longtail boat from Ao Nang, visiting Hong Island, Tup, Poda, Chicken Island, and Phra Nang Cave Beach. The upgraded option adds Railay sunset and night snorkeling. Lunch, drinks, snorkel gear, hotel pickup in Ao Nang, and a certified guide are included.

“The pictures do not do the tour & views justice! It is an amazing experience with the best Tour Guide Tuna & driver Muk!”

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4.Private Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · from $1,399 per boat (seats 12)

Take a private speedboat from Royal Phuket Marina to Phi Phi Leh, Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Khai Nok. You get hotel transfers, snorkeling gear, paddleboard use, snacks, and an English-speaking guide. Confirm the group limit, lunch, and park-fee details before booking.

“An excellent way to see the islands! We had an amazing time and Tony took great care of us. I would highly recommend this company!”

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5.Private Longtail Snorkel Tour with Nang Yuan Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 94 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $204 per boat (seats 2)

Take a private five-hour longtail boat trip around Koh Tao with a local captain. Visit Koh Nang Yuan, climb to its famous viewpoint, and snorkel at Hin Wong, Mango Bay, Aow Leuk, and Shark Bay. The route shifts with sea conditions, and your group of up to two can set the pace.

“Great experience and magical time. We had enough time to enjoy each and every destination that we went to. I loved the the fact that we had our own boat. Highly recommend!”

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6.Mr.Ung’s Private Fishing/Boat Trip/Snorkeling/BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 61 reviews · 6h 30m · from $418 per boat (seats 2)

Spend 6.5 hours on a traditional wooden boat from Koh Samui, fishing around Koh Taen and Koh Mudsoom, snorkeling, and eating a fish BBQ. Your English-speaking guide chooses sites based on sea conditions. Hotel pickup, gear, water, insurance, and lunch are included.

“The tour guide picked us up at the hotel early. There were 5 participants on the trip so it wasn"t crowded at all. We had a good couple hours of clear skies to get some fishing in before it started to rain and become windy. It was my first time fishing but I caught three! We had fried rice and fish bbq for lunch. Since it started to rain we voted to forego the snorkeling in favor of more fishing, but eventually we had to return earlier than scheduled. Tour guide operator dropped us back off at the hotel. Overall good experience, despite the weather.”

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7.Island Hopping by Private Longtail Boat w/ Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 55 reviews · 4 - 7 hours · from $109 per boat (seats 2)

Take a private longtail boat from Koh Lipe with a local captain and choose a 4, 5, or 7-hour route. Snorkel at Jabang and other coral sites, swim at Koh Rawi or Koh Ro Khloi, see Koh Hin Ngam’s black stones, and photograph Koh Hin Son. Early starts offer the best chance of quieter stops.

“Friendly, easy-going tour guides - we had the best day exploring the beautiful islands around Koh Lipe. Pure magic!”

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8.Private Hong Island Snorkeling Tour w/ Long-Tail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 7 hours · from $192 per boat (seats 6)

Spend seven hours on a private long-tail boat from Ao Nang, stopping at Daeng Island for snorkeling, Lading Island for beach time, Hong Lagoon for photos, and Hong Island for swimming and its 419-step viewpoint. Hotel transfers, gear, fruit, drinks, and an English-speaking driver are included.

“Transfer was very slow there and back took an hour each way for a 10 minute route due to waiting for transport to arrive and then waiting for other guest at hotel. Private boat and captain once on was great, loved it, Glad we booked it.”

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9.Private Half-Day Red Dragon Yacht for Snorkeling Koh Tan & Visit Pig Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $1,449 per boat (seats 10)

Spend about five hours aboard the 75-foot teak Red Dragon with your private group. You’ll snorkel Koh Taen, visit Pig Island, enjoy a cooked lunch and fresh fruit, and relax on a sun deck, floating lounge, or onboard hot tub. Hotel pickup, equipment, guides, and dinghy transfers are included.

“We had an awesome day yesterday on the Red Dragon for snorkelling and lunch. There were ten of us, two families including 6 kids between 8 and 17. We all loved it. The boat was bigger than we'd expected, which just meant more room Read more”

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10.Khao Lak: Private Local Snorkeling at Khao Na Yak & Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 34 reviews · 7 hours · from $289 per boat (seats 3)

Spend seven hours with a private English-speaking guide, traveling by van and traditional long-tail boat from Khao Lak to Khao Na Yak. Snorkel at two sites, pass through mangroves, eat a set Thai lunch at Thai Mueang National Park, then swim or kayak at the beach. Pickup, equipment, park fees, and refreshments are included.

“Great day 2 good snorkelling sites Nice lunch on floating house Great visit to Khao Na Yak beach”

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11.Private Maya Bay Longtail Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 4 hours · from $138 per boat (seats 2)

Meet your captain by McDonald’s at Tonsai Bay for a four-hour longtail boat trip around Phi Phi. You’ll visit Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Loh Samah Bay, Maya Bay, and Shark Point, with snorkeling gear, water, and fruit included. The private format lets you spend more time at the places you enjoy most, though communication and start times can be uneven.

“Anfangs gab es Schwierigkeiten, wir haben über 30min auf unseren Guide gewartet bzw es gab Kommunikationsprobleme. Nachher durften wir eine sehr schöne Reise zur Maya Bay, verschiedenen Lagunen zum schnorcheln und Monkey Beach erleben. Während der Privaten Tour konnten wir selbst entscheiden, ob wie auf den Maya Beach wollen/ generell wie lange wir an den Orten bleiben wollen. Uns blieb zum Schluss noch genug Zeit für einen extra Stop zum schnorcheln. Die Schorchelausrüstung sowie Wasser und eine frische Ananas wird bereit gestellt.”

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12.Private 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour with Long-Tail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 19 reviews · 7 hours · from $154 per boat (seats 6)

Take a private seven-hour long-tail boat trip from Ao Nang to Railay, Phra Nang, Chicken Island, Poda, and Tup Island. Snorkel, swim, walk the sandbar at low tide, and set the pace with your group. Guide Joseph is one named captain, and early starts help you beat the crowds.

“It was amazing! Highly highly recommend. One of the best things we did in Thailand.”

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13.Hong Islands Private Boat Trip & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · from $291 per boat (seats 2)

Spend six hours on a private longtail boat from Krabi, visiting Pakbia, Lahding, and Hong Island’s lagoon and bay. You’ll swim, snorkel among tropical fish, enjoy lunch and fruit, and have room to set the pace. Guides associated with the experience include Zindy, Nina, and Tata. Pickup is listed for Ao Nang and Khlong Muang.

“We had a brilliant day with Nina! She was so attentive and informative, and let us have as much time as we wanted at each spot. The lunch was delicious, we were offered drinks throughout the day, and we even got fruit before we returned to the pier. It was nice to have the boat to ourselves and lounge on the comfy cushions at the front, without having to be around other tourists. Thank you, Nina!”

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14.Ko Lanta: Private Longtail Rok Island Snorkeling Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 10 reviews · from $329 per boat (seats 2)

Travel from Ko Lanta to Koh Rok by traditional longtail boat, snorkel two reef sites, and enjoy a buffet lunch on a white sand beach. Pickup is included, groups are limited to six, and private bookings can suit up to two people. The journey takes time, but you get a relaxed day at one of Thailand’s prettiest island spots.

“Great snorkeling spots! Clear water! Family meal alone on a white sand beach!”

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15.Lipe Private Snorkelinge Outside Zone By Long Tail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · from $121 per boat (seats 4)

Spend 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM on a private long-tail boat from Koh Lipe, visiting nine outer-zone stops including Hin Son, Ror Kloy, Monkey Beach, Hin Ngam, and Jabang. Snorkel gear, life jackets, and underwater photos are included, though lunch, park fees, and marine insurance cost extra. Guide Ta is praised for friendly service.

“The kindness and the flexibility of the driver. Beautiful weather and islands. No lunch provided and not option to buy before. Also no “under water photo” although it was mentioned in the things included. Overall it was good day trip.”

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