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Thailand Snorkelling: The 15 Best Boat Days

158 trips  ·  from $16 per person

Longtail boats, limestone islands and water that sits near thirty degrees. The 15 below compare the Andaman day trips and the Gulf islands on price, how many stops you get and how crowded the anchorage is.

Koh Samui: Pig Island & Koh Tan Snorkeling by Speed boat - The southern pier keeps the boat ride easy
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Koh Samui: Pig Island & Koh Tan Snorkeling by Speed boat

1.Pig Island & Koh Tan Snorkeling by Speed boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,149 reviews · 4 hours · from $52Our pick

Take an air-conditioned minivan to a private pier, then reach Koh Madsum in about 10 minutes by speedboat. Meet beach-roaming pigs, snorkel at Koh Tan, and eat a Thai buffet with guides such as Sun, Joe, Cola, and Alex. The tour costs $52, includes hotel transfers and gear, but the full outing can take longer than four hours.

“We liked everything, easy pick up, the guides were exceptional, they went above and beyond, food was great, perfect amount of time for each activity.”

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Koh Tao: Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch - Koh Nangyuan: Viewpoint, Sandbar, and Japanese Reef Garden
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Koh Tao: Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch

2.Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,742 reviews · 7 hours · from $27

Spend seven hours circling Koh Tao with Sangthong Tour, stopping at Koh Nangyuan, Mango Bay, Hin Wong, Aow Luek, and Shark Bay. You’ll hike to a famous viewpoint, snorkel over reefs, look for turtles and blacktip reef sharks, and eat a Thai buffet on a modified fishing boat. Guides also take free underwater photos.

“This was such an amazing experience and I had so much fun! We saw so many fish and turtles. The lunch provided was very tasty and the boat was nice.”

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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling - From Nopparat Thara Pier to Railay Beach
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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

3.7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,916 reviews · from $39

You’ll cruise Krabi’s four-island group by traditional longtail boat, with stops for snorkeling at Yawasam and Tan Ming, sandbars at Tub and Mor, dinner at Koh Poda, and a night swim with bioluminescent plankton. Guide teams have included Green Curry, Dora, Daisy, Rosie, and Nicky. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Amazing tour, excellent guides, perfectly organized and an awesome way to spend a day in ao nang”

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Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour - Starting at Roong Siam Pier
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Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour

4.3 Khai Islands Relax & Snorkeling Half/Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,379 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $24Best value

Take a 4 to 8 hour speedboat trip from Phuket to Khai Nai, Khai Nui, and Khai Nok. Expect short crossings, shallow-water snorkeling, beach time, snacks, soft drinks, and friendly guides such as Simon, Johan, Bobby, and Lala. Choose a quieter morning half-day, livelier afternoon, or relaxed full-day option with lunch.

“Really good value and absolutely easy going. Snorkeling was pretty nice!”

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Full day snorkeling adventure around Koh Tao - What the boat adds to a snorkeling day
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Full day snorkeling adventure around Koh Tao

5.Full day snorkeling adventure around Koh Tao

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,300 reviews · from $24Top rated

Cruise around Koh Tao from roughly 9:30 am to 5 pm, stopping at Shark Bay, Aow Leuk, Hin Wong Bay, Mango, and Koh Nang Yuan. You get snorkeling gear, lunch, fruit, drinks, hotel transfers, and English, Chinese, and Thai-speaking guides. The boat adds air-conditioning, a slide, climbing wall, jump board, music, and shaded seating.

“We visited plenty of sites around the island and saw lots of fish, which is what you want for a snorkel tour! We also saw turtles (sometimes they’re a bit hard to see as they only come up for air every 15 mins or so) but the tour guide was so helpful in pointing them out! Unfortunately didn’t see baby sharks but I think that’s okay, because they were quite scared from all the tourists crowding them. The tour guides work hard and are very social, though sometimes I felt uncomfortable and I saw one tour guide take a picture of me in my bikini without my consent, which made…”

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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim - Boarding from Ao Nang or Railay
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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

6.Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,861 reviews · from $130

Spend six to seven hours aboard a traditional Thai junk with Michael and his crew, visiting Krabi’s island reefs for snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Enjoy a Thai buffet, sunset sailing, and a short after-dark swim at Phra Nang Cave Beach, where plankton can sparkle around you. Transfers from Ao Nang or Railay are included.

“10/10 experience! I can’t recommend this tour enough. The boat, the vibe, the crew, the islands, the food- all of it exceeded expectations. We did a speedboat tour the day before and it didn’t hold a candle to this tour. There’s room on Read more”

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From Phi Phi: Half-Day Longtail Boat Tour with Snorkeling - Viking Cave: dramatic cliffs and old drawings
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From Phi Phi: Half-Day Longtail Boat Tour with Snorkeling

7.Half-Day Longtail Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,733 reviews · 4 hours · from $24

Spend four hours touring Phi Phi by traditional longtail boat, with stops at Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Loh Samah Bay, and Maya Bay. You will snorkel in clear water, swim in a natural lagoon, and receive water, fruit, gear, and a guide. The 2 PM departure may add sunset views and glowing plankton.

“It was wonderful and worth the money, 10/10. I don't see why you'd pay for more expensive excursions; this is enough for the must-see spots. There are about 10 people on the boat. The staff takes you to the places as described. You're given 1.5 hours in Maya Bay. The guide won't tell you the story, but he'll just tell you how much time you have to explore the location and help you take photos. They're very polite. The best part is that after snorkeling, they treat you to a pineapple. And if you book the 2 PM boat ride, before heading home, they'll stop near Maya Bay, turn off…”

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Ko Samui: Pig Island Snorkeling and Koh Tan Speedboat Tour - Koh Tan gives you a short reef stop
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Ko Samui: Pig Island Snorkeling and Koh Tan Speedboat Tour

8.Ko Samui: Pig Island Snorkeling and Koh Tan Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,673 reviews · 4h 30m · from $51

Take a morning or afternoon speedboat from Koh Samui to Koh Tan and Koh Madsum, better known as Pig Island. You get hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, kayaking, drinks, lunch or dinner, and an English-speaking guide. Expect roughly an hour at Koh Tan and up to two and a half hours with the pigs, beach, and sea at Koh Madsum.

“The guides were good, food was good and the views were beautiful. There isn’t much snorkeling to do on pig island but the pigs are really cute and friendly.”

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Phi Phi: Private Longtail Boat to Maya Bay with Snorkeling - Maya Bay before the crowds arrive
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Phi Phi: Private Longtail Boat to Maya Bay with Snorkeling

9.Private Longtail Boat to Maya Bay with Snorkeling

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

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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From Phuket: Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip by Speedboat - Koh Miang, Island No. 4
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From Phuket: Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip by Speedboat

10.Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,579 reviews · 12 hours · from $98

Spend a full day reaching the Similan Islands by speedboat from Phuket. You’ll snorkel at Koh Payu and Koh Ba Ngu, visit beaches on Koh Miang and Koh Similan, and climb to Sailing Rock and Donald Duck Bay. Guides such as Nancy, Siri, Lucy, and Olay lead the day, with meals, gear, snacks, and hotel transfers included.

“We booked the Similan Islands tour just a day before, and wow, I’m so glad we did! The staff were incredibly nice, and the excursion itself was amazing. We saw so many fish and were lucky enough to spot a turtle and a Napoleon fish! I would definitely recommend this tour to my friends.”

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Koh Samui: Koh Tao and Nangyuan Snorkeling Tour with Lunch - Starting at Insea Speedboat Pier
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Koh Samui: Koh Tao and Nangyuan Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

11.Koh Tao and Nangyuan Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,223 reviews · 7h 30m · from $73

Travel by speedboat from Koh Samui to Koh Tao and Koh Nangyuan for snorkeling, swimming, a Thai buffet, and a viewpoint hike. Guides such as Thai and Big keep the day moving, while the crew provides gear, drinks, fruit, and photos. Expect a long, sometimes rough ride, a busy Nangyuan beach, and excellent sea life.

“Very nice day-trip, fully recommended if you are looking for best snorkelling spots in the area (we saw a sea-turtle). Koh Nangyuan is amazing island: we spent 1hour there in the afternoon in crystal water and movie-like sand beach. I’d love to stay even more. Speedboat is ok, not too crowded. It’s 1.5hr one-way and honestly I do not see anything else for a day trip. Funny crew, they will take care of your needs.”

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Phi Phi: 7 Island Longtail Boat Snorkeling Tour with Sunset - Pileh Lagoon is the first major swim
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Phi Phi: 7 Island Longtail Boat Snorkeling Tour with Sunset

12.7 Island Longtail Boat Snorkeling Tour with Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,076 reviews · 8 hours · from $38

Join a small group of up to 20 people for an eight-hour longtail boat trip from Koh Phi Phi. You will visit Monkey Beach, Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Bamboo Island, and Shark Point, with snorkeling gear, lunch, fruit, water, and underwater GoPro photos included. Guides such as Dan and Vang have been praised for helping swimmers find fish and blacktip reef sharks.

“Guides were excellent and very friendly. Visited all the top spots, supplied with good equipment, water and a meal. 10/10 all round, fantastic day and worth doing.”

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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling - Starting early from Krabi’s pier
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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

13.7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,063 reviews · 5 hours · from $37

Cruise Krabi’s island coast aboard a roomy luxury longtail boat with an English-speaking guide such as Sophia, Sofia, or Liz. You’ll pass Railay, Tup, Chicken, Koh Mor, and Puya Bay, stop once to snorkel, then relax on Poda Island. Drinks, fruit, gear, a toilet, and either morning snacks or sunset barbecue food are included.

“Really great trip. The snorkelling was amazing and Poda island was the most beautiful beach I’ve been on. Staff were also great. Definitely recommend.”

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Koh Tao: Koh Nangyuan & Hidden Bays Snorkeling Tour w/ Lunch - Starting from Koh Tao and reaching Koh Nang Yuan
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Koh Tao: Koh Nangyuan & Hidden Bays Snorkeling Tour w/ Lunch

14.Koh Nangyuan & Hidden Bays Snorkeling Tour w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 912 reviews · 7 hours · from $27

Spend seven hours circling Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan with a Thai guide, stopping at five snorkel sites including Japanese Gardens, Mango Bay, Hin Wong, Ao Leuk, and Shark Bay. Expect a Thai lunch box, fruit, drinks, equipment, hotel transfers, and free underwater photos. Guides such as Tiny, Co Coa, and Lucky are known for helping swimmers spot turtles and reef sharks.

“The best trip ever!! First time snorkelling and I felt soo safe and comfortable. The instructors were amazing and made sure we saw all the sea life. Thanks so much for such an amazing experience!🤩”

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Krabi: Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour - Phra Nang Cave Shrine, the short opening stop
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Krabi: Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour

15.Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 863 reviews · from $40

Spend an afternoon visiting Phra Nang, Tup, Chicken, and Poda islands, with beach time, snorkeling, sunset, and a night swim with bioluminescent plankton. Hotel transfers, equipment, snacks, drinks, and a Halal BBQ are included. Guides speak English, Thai, and Malay. Guide M, Selena, and Pichi have earned special praise for their energy and care.

“Enjoyable speed boat trip around seven islands. With a BBQ and bioluminescent stop”

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Phi Phi & Bamboo Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat - Phi Phi Leh and the cliffs around Maya Bay
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Phi Phi & Bamboo Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat

17★ 5.0Phi Phi & Bamboo Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by SpeedboatFrom $129797 reviews
Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat - Hotel pickup and the Royal Phuket Marina start
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Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by Speedboat

18★ 4.5Phi Phi and Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour with Lunch by SpeedboatFrom $94788 reviews

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