Thailand's best snorkeling

We've been busy adding new snorkeling tours to our SnorkelingThailand.com website. We've also revamped the layout so it's now easier for you to find the best snorkeling tours from either Phuket, Khao Lak or Krabi.

We have snorkeling day trips to all the best reefs including the Similan Islands, Phi Phi Islands, Koh Racha and the Khai Islands. We also have half day trips by speedboat to local reefs which are full of fish. We also arrange multi day snorkeling tours with accommodation either on a liveaboard boat or camping in tents at the Similan Islands. We also have boats available for charter for private groups.

Most of our snorkeling tours are designed for all ages. Want to see manta rays underwater? How about leopard sharks or turtles? We know the best places.

If you are interested in snorkeling in Thailand check out the packages here. 

Similan and Surin Snorkeling Liveaboard

Snorkeling liveaboard in the Similan Islands

We are pleased to offer a new liveaboard boat on our website that is dedicated to snorkelers only. Most snorkeling tours to the Similan Islands are day trips by speedboat that invariably limit in water fun but this 3 day 3 night Snorkeling Discovery Tour takes the time to visit the best of the Similan Islands, the Surin Islands plus Koh Bon and Koh Tachai.

Snorkelers are guaranteed the best snorkeling in Thailand's Andaman Sea, the clearest water and the most plentiful fish. By including Koh Bon in the itinerary you have the opportunity to snorkel with Manta Rays and lucky snorkelers may even see Whale Sharks at Koh Tachai.

Snorkeling tour route

As well as all the snorkeling there are plenty of excursions on to the islands and beaches with short nature trails and view point climbs. Similan Island beaches have beautiful fine white sand with no inhabitants. In Surin you'll get to meet the Moken sea gypsies who still live their traditional life there.

At just 12,900 baht for 3 days with 3 nights accommodation on board and all meals included it's great value. Trips depart from Khao Lak or Kuraburi from November to May (see schedule) but if you are staying in Phuket we can arrange transfers for you. These trips have been running successfully for two full seasons now and feedback has been excellent.

More details here: Snorkeling Liveaboard

Phuket Snorkeling

Queen Angelfish

Snorkeling is one of the best things to do in Phuket.

As divers we sometimes overlook snorkeling in favour of diving but snorkeling is just as much fun plus it's cheap, easy and suitable for the whole family. There are some excellent places to snorkel at the islands close to Phuket or even from the shore at Phuket's beaches.

Probably the best snorkeling is at the Similan Islands which can be reached by speedboat from Phuket. The water is the clearest and there are lots of shallow reefs full of fish life. Phi Phi Island also makes a great snorkeling day trip from Phuket with the chance to snorkel in the famous Mya Bay and also see monkeys on the beach.

Phuket's beach beaches for independent snorkeling are Kata Beach (south end), Karon Nui beach (le Meridien hotel), Jungle Beach (close to Naiharn beach) and Freedom beach (close to Patong beach).

More info on Phuket snorkeling and Phuket snorkeling tours on our website here

Diva Andaman Phang Nga Bay Getaway

Koh Phak Bia

Diva Andaman has introduced a new cruise for next summer between May and October.

She will still be doing the Phi Phi overnight cruises but will also be doing 4 night trips around Phang Nga Bay. These are non diving cruises that include snorkeling and kayaking. The cruise will first visit Krabi before moving into Phang Nga Bay.

It should be a great trip - Diva Andaman, one of the most beautiful boats in Phuket, sailing in Phang Nga Bay, one of the most beautiful sailing grounds in the world.

Phang Nga Bay Getaway cruise Itinerary:

Diva Andaman

Day 1: Board Diva Andaman in Chalong Bay, Phuket at 1pm for welcome cocktails then cruise 50nm to Koh Dam (Dam island) in Krabi which enjoying dinner on board.
Day 2: The morning is spent at anchor at Koh Dam so plenty of time for snorkeling and kayaking. After lunch cruise 10nm to the famous Koh Hong for an island exploration. More snorkeling and kayaking or just relaxing on the white sand beach.
Day 3: Spend the morning around Koh Hong then cruise the short distance to Koh Phak Bia where the boat will stay for the rest of the day. Relax, swim, snorkel, kayak.
Day 4: While enjoying breakfast cruise to James Bond Island in Phang Nga Bay. Anchor at Koh Raya and spend the day exploring the wonderful caves and mangroves of Phang Nga Bay.
Day 5: Enjoy breakfast while cruising through Phang Nga Bay back to Phuket. Disembark at Chalong Bay at around 11am.

More details here: Diva Andaman