Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui worth booking?
Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui is a 7-hour experience in Koh Samui, Thailand, from $61 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (13)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $61 per person
The islands Tao and Nang Yuan, located north of Koh Samui, are two of the world’s most breathtaking islands. They are widely known as the best snorkeling spot in the Gulf of Thailand, which is included in this one day tour. You can discover the absolutely beautiful coral reefs at some of the following amazing bays; Hin Wong Bay, Light House Bay, Mamuang Bay, and Sairee Bay. On this speedboat tour from Koh Samui, we also explore Nangyuan Island, the island next to Tao Island and if you feel up for it you can take a walk up to the world-famous viewpoint for some amazing pictures. • Explore Tao and Nangyuan Islands on a full-day by speedboat. • Enjoy the spectacular scenery of Tao Island and enjoy snorkeling with an abundance of marine life in the coral reef. • Visit Nangyuan Island located a clean white and soft sandy beach. Climb up to a top viewpoint and walk to see a panoramic view. • Taste a great Thai buffet lunch and enjoy the convenience of pick-up and drop-off direct your hotel
What you get
About this experience
The islands Tao and Nang Yuan, located north of Koh Samui, are two of the world’s most breathtaking islands. They are widely known as the best snorkeling spot in the Gulf of Thailand, which is included in this one day tour. You can discover the absolutely beautiful coral reefs at some of the following amazing bays; Hin Wong Bay, Light House Bay, Mamuang Bay, and Sairee Bay. On this speedboat tour from Koh Samui, we also explore Nangyuan Island, the island next to Tao Island and if you feel up for it you can take a walk up to the world-famous viewpoint for some amazing pictures. • Explore Tao and Nangyuan Islands on a full-day by speedboat. • Enjoy the spectacular scenery of Tao Island and enjoy snorkeling with an abundance of marine life in the coral reef. • Visit Nangyuan Island located a clean white and soft sandy beach. Climb up to a top viewpoint and walk to see a panoramic view. • Taste a great Thai buffet lunch and enjoy the convenience of pick-up and drop-off direct your hotel
What's included
Included
- Hotel transfer from Lamai, Butterfly Garden, Chaweng, Bangpor, Maenam, Bophut, Cheongmon, Bangrak
- Light breakfast, Lunch, Seasonal Fruit, Soft Drink and Water
- Life Jacket, Snorkeling Mask
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- Travel Insurance
Not included
- National Park fee (250THB per adult and 150THB per child)
- Extra Transfer Charge 700 Baht/PAX/Way : Nathon, Taling Ngam, Pagka, Lipanoi, Lipayai
What you'll see and do
Ko Samui
An island in the Gulf of Thailand. Located in Surat Thani. The island has a concave shape like a bean. The island is located about 45 km northwest of Phangan Island, covering an area of about 21 square kilometers. Nearby is Nangyuan Island, a small island on the west-northwest. There is a sandbar connected to Tao Island in the sea. The coral reef.
60 minutes here
Bophut
• 07:20am - 08:20am Pickup from your Hotel. • 08:20am - 08:30am Meet at RS office to Check-in and pick up snorkeling equipment have light breakfast. • 09:00am Depart from the pier traveling by speedboat.
60 minutes here
Koh Tao
• 10:00am - 10:30am Arrive at Tao Island go snorkeling at Mamuang Bay, Hin Wong Bay, and Sairee Bay. The program depends on the weather. • 12:00pm Having lunch in a restaurant at Tao Island.
180 minutes here
Nang Yuan Island
• 01:00pm Enjoy your activities at Nangyuan Island such as sightseeing on the highest natural sea and mountain. Get relaxing, swimming, or snorkeling. • 03:00pm Depart from Nangyuan Island returns back to Bangrak pier, Koh Samui.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Koh Tao
snorkeling at Mamuang Bay
60 minutes here
Hin Wong Bay
Snorkeling at Mamuang Bay, Hin Wong Bay
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Sairee Beach
Snorkeling at Mamuang Bay, Hin Wong Bay, and Sairee Bay.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Oh-Hoo
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child ticket age between 4-10 years.
- Guests who are pregnant or have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are not recommended to join the tour
- There is a minimum of 10 people required to run this tour! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
- This activity is not suitable for guests arriving by cruise ship or large boat.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Yes I rate it
Snorking at koh nang yaun possibly the best i have ever done. Boat fast. Probably 6 too many passengers for comfort. About 26 people would be perfect. Need to get a step to get out of boat and a deeper ladder to get out of water into boat. Certainly difficult for older and larger people. Lunch was good. Water to drink on boat was plentiful. No safety instructions at all in boat or for snorkling, but hey we are in Thailand!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed snorkeling at Koh Nang Yuan and had a great experience overall. We appreciate your suggestions, your input is valuable, and we’ll certainly look into ways to improve the comfort and safety for all our guests. We hope to welcome you back soon for another fantastic experience. Best Regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team
via Tripadvisor
No Fins!
I nearly gave this to tour only 1 star but the employees worked so hard I increased it to 3. I have they're not many snorkeling tours through the caribbean, and all over the world, and never seen a tour operater who doesn't offer fins to swim with. Very disappointed. If you are expecting snorkle fins, good luck, there were only two pairs on the boat and the crew used them even after I asked. Not Recommended
Response from the operator: Thank you for your honest feedback. First of all, we truly appreciate you acknowledging the hard work of our crew. It means a lot to us that you recognized their effort, even though the overall experience did not meet your expectations. We sincerely apologize for the disappointment regarding the snorkeling fins. We understand that many guests, especially those who have snorkeled in other parts of the world, expect fins to be standard equipment. Your comments are very important to us. We will review both our equipment availability and how we communicate what is included in the tour, so future guests have clear expectations. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience. Constructive feedback like yours helps us improve.We hope we may have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future and provide a much better experience. Best Regards, Oh-Hoo Team
via Viator
Waste of Money
We spent 5 days snorkeling in Thailand. This trip was BY FAR the worst of the 5. I read fine print to make sure this trip maximized the snorkel time. The fact that I have time to write this review while still on the tour should be a sign. The morning snorkel for 45 minutes was pretty decent. But it was one spot, not 3 as listed in the "what to expect" section. Koh Tao is reportedly one of the best spots in Thailand and we got 1/3 of what we were told. Lunch was fine. Then we went to the small island and the snorkeling was virtually non-existant. There was once a coral bed that has been destroyed. The time we had here was 3x what we had at the one morning stop. Not worth it! BTW the guide just stopped by. He said that the tour company is different than the one listed in my booking. He is listed as Funny Day. What's up with that, Trip Advisor!?
Response from the operator: Dear valued customer, We extend our sincerest apologies for the disappointment you experienced during your recent snorkeling trip with us. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we deeply regret that the tour did not meet your expectations. Rest assured, we will investigate the discrepancy regarding the tour company listed in your booking and take necessary actions to ensure such issues are rectified promptly. We understand the importance of transparency and accuracy in our listings, and we apologize for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused. Regarding the snorkeling experience, we understand your frustration with the limited time and the quality of the sites visited. We will work closely with our partners to review and enhance the itinerary to ensure that our customers receive the best possible experience on our tours. Thank you for bringing these matters to our attention. Your feedback helps us improve our services, and we are committed to ensuring that future experiences exceed your expectations. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more enjoyable experience in the future. Warm regards, Oh-Hoo Team
via Tripadvisor
Great!
Great and friendly staff, great spots, great food and great boat! I highly recomend this trip! I even saw a small shark outside Koh Nang Yuan!
via Tripadvisor
Great company , i recommand
Trip was amazing, there was a problem with the booking but they upgraded us to a better tour for free. Sure there was a mistake at first, but the company made sure we where happy and we had vip treatment. Food was good.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $61 to $2,200
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Oh-Hoo, who run 775 experiences we rank across 10 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.7.
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Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Koh Samui.
How much does Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui cost?
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Prices start at $61 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Koh Samui usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Koh Samui is not rushed.
Is Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Koh Samui, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Koh Samui can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Koh Samui and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Koh Samui within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Koh Samui?
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On Outty we rank every Koh Samui experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 6 Hours Elephant Care and Jungle Tour by 4WD in Koh Samui, Semi-Private yacht adventure to Ang Thong Park’s hidden treasures, Koh Samui: Viewpoint, Elephant, Pig Island & Snorkel + Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Koh Samui?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Koh Samui?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui?
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Included: Hotel transfer from Lamai, Butterfly Garden, Chaweng, Bangpor, Maenam, Bophut, Cheongmon; Light breakfast, Lunch, Seasonal Fruit, Soft Drink and Water; Life Jacket, Snorkeling Mask; English Speaking Tour Guide; and Travel Insurance. Not included: National Park fee (250THB per adult and 150THB per child); and Extra Transfer Charge 700 Baht/PAX/Way : Nathon, Taling Ngam, Pagka, Lipanoi, Lipayai. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 333 listed pickup locations in and around Koh Samui. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Guests who are pregnant or have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are n. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui?
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Across 13 reviews averaging 4.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, photo opportunities, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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