SNORKELING · PHUKET
The good phuket snorkeling tours fill up weeks ahead and the small boats go first. Below: the 5 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Spend a long day reaching the Similans from Phuket, with guides such as Nancy, Siri, Lucy, or Olay, two snorkeling areas, beach time, Thai meals, snacks, and Sailing Rock. The water and coral are the stars, but expect an early pickup, a fast boat, crowds, and a 12-hour day.
“Everything was great & well managed. Our captain siri was amazing”
Spend 7 to 8 hours island hopping from Phuket to Phi Phi Leh, Maya Bay, Pileh Bay, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Bamboo Island. You get hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, drinks, lunch, and an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Tony, Nan, Tommy, and Noonit are often praised for their friendly care.
“With 8 years of experience, Noonit was an amazing tour guide. She knew exactly what to do and where to go. She was very good at giving instructions and had a great sense of humor. The team made sure we were always hydrated and provided top notch service.”
Travel from Phuket to Phi Phi Leh, Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and Khai Nok by speedboat. Hotel pickup, lunch, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, and guides such as Ohma, Tony, Nancy, and Oppo are included. Expect a busy day with beautiful stops and limited quiet time.
“Dino was a great guide and was patient with everyone and kept us on our schedule perfectly.the experience was unforgettable and such beautiful waters. The snorkeling was really great to see the fish and coral and urchins.”
Spend about 9.5 hours island hopping from Phuket by speedboat with guides such as Ray, Goody, or Dreamy. Swim at Bamboo Island and Pileh Bay, snorkel around Phi Phi, see Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, and Maya Bay, and enjoy a buffet lunch on Phi Phi Don. Pickup, gear, drinks, and snacks are included.
“Crew was great and you are making me write this long review for some reason but if you’re in Phuket just go on this you’ll have fun okay”
Spend 8 to 9 hours racing by speedboat from Phuket to Phi Phi and Koh Khai Nai. An English-speaking guide leads the day, with hotel transfers, lunch, fruit, drinks, snorkeling gear, and life jackets included. Expect famous bays, Maya Bay, Monkey Beach, and limited time in the water.
“Great day - it was sunny day in September - beautiful crystal clear water soft sand. Covid shut down helped the coral and islands recover from over tourism. it's in prestin shape, but that might not last long once tourism opens up in full force.”
By the animal, the hull, or the kind of coast.
