Description

Similan Islands Early bird tour

Similan islands snorkeling day trip by speedboat

Schedule

Similan Islands tours are available daily in high season (15 Oct to 15 May).

Itinerary

Every trip is different depending on tides, weather, sea conditions, other boats etc.

A typical day includes two boat snorkeling sessions at different sites, one at north Similan (island 8 or 9). One around Koh Miang (island 4). Plus excursions onto the islands and beaches at Koh Miang, and Koh Similan (Island 8, Donald Duck Bay & Sail Rock).

At Koh Miang there is a nature walk, at Koh Similan you can climb to Sailrock viewpoint. Or you can just chill on the beach. Or you can swim / snorkel from the shore.

0400-0500 hrs: Hotel pick up in Phuket area.
0500-0545 hrs: Hotel pick up in Khao Lak area.
Transfer by air con minivan to the pier at Baan Namkem, north of Khao Lak.
If you are driving yourself you can meet at the pier at 6.15-6.30 am.
When you’ve checked in and met your guide there is a light breakfast available.

0700 hrs: The speedboat journey to the Similan Islands takes about 70 minutes.

1500 hrs: Depart the Similan Islands for Namkhem pier, arriving at about 1600-1630 hrs.

Guests staying in Khao Lak will be back at their hotel at about 1800 hrs. Arrive back at Phuket hotels around 1900 hrs.

Prices from Khao Lak

Price: 4,100 baht per adult / 3,100 baht per child (4-12 years)

Price includes: National park fees, snorkeling equipment, snorkeling guide, lunch box (Thai food), round trip hotel transfers*, accident insurance, life jacket.

For Phuket hotel transfer add 400 baht per person

Important: Tour operators must provide passport details. Please book early and provide the full name, passport number and date of birth for each participant. You should also bring a copy of your passport face page with you on the tour. (A digital copy on your phone is fine).

*Hotel pick ups and transfers: Free two way transfers are provided by shared minivan service from hotels in Khao Lak main beaches. Extra fees may be charged for other areas. Transfers cannot be provided from private addresses / airbnb’s.

Restrictions: These speedboat tours are not suitable for infants 3 years old and under, or for pregnant women and the elderly over 70 years of age. This tour is also not recommended for anyone with back injuries, heart illnesses or other serious health issues.

Cancellations:
In the event of cancellation by you the following charges apply:
– 7 days or more prior to the package or tour date: 30% of total price
– Within 7 days of the package or tour date, or no show: 100% of total price.

Because of restrictions on national park entry tickets it may not be possible to change dates, please contact us as early as possible.

Weather Policy: This is an all weather tour and still runs if it is raining in the morning. The tour will be cancelled if the forecast is for rough sea unsafe for small boats. The decision to cancel is made on the morning of the tour by the boat captain and the harbour master. If a trip is cancelled because of bad weather you can reschedule to the next available day. If you cannot reschedule you will be refunded in full.

What to expect

The Mu Koh Similan marine national park is made up of 9 islands although three of those are closed to tourists.

The fringing reefs at the Similans are shallow depth with crystal clear water, ideal for snorkeling. Schools of fish are abundant. You can also expect to see turtles, eels, stingrays and much more. Similan island beaches have snow white sand which you will have a chance to dip your toes in during the tour. You can also climb the Sail Rock view point on Koh Similan (island number 8).