Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour in Phuket
Phuket, Thailand

Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour

Outty Ranking 57 4.1 · 40 traveler reviews11 hoursFrom $3100

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57/100

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4.1/5

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Is Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour worth booking?

Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour is a 11-hour experience in Phuket, Thailand, from $3100 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 40 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
57 / 100
Rating
4.1/5 (40)
Duration
11 hours
From
$3100 per person

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural scenery of the Similan Islands by joining this tour. Islands are a group of small and lush islands. off the West Coast of Phang-Nga province. Set in the beautiful Andaman Sea,

What you get

  • Snorkeling (Mask, snorkel, fins, life-jacket)
  • English speaking guide
  • Thai Traditional Food
  • Round trip speed boat
  • Fresh fruits and Drink
  • Insurance

About this experience

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural scenery of the Similan Islands by joining this tour. Islands are a group of small and lush islands. off the West Coast of Phang-Nga province. Set in the beautiful Andaman Sea, each one of these naturally perfect islands is National Park-listed and can be reached within 1.30 hours from Thap Lamu Pier, Khao Lak. Due to their incredible underwater beauty, deep visibility (down to 30 m.), spectacular palm tree and granite boulder landscape, turquoise water bays, and magnificent white sand beaches, Skin Diver Magazine has voted the Similan Islands one of the world’s best diving destinations. • Visit the popular Sailing Rock formation that boasts a panoramic view of the surrounding islands • Snorkel over brilliant corals and lush aquatic life, if you are lucky you can watch dolphins frolic in the sea or swim with sea turtles • Start the day right with free sumptuous breakfast and round trip transfers between your hotel and private pier

What's included

Included

  • Snorkeling (Mask, snorkel, fins, life-jacket)
  • English speaking guide
  • Thai Traditional Food
  • Round trip speed boat
  • Fresh fruits and Drink
  • Insurance
  • Transfer from / to hotel.

Not included

  • National park fee(400THB per adult and 200THB per child)

What you'll see and do

  1. Phuket

    Start the island adventure with a convenient hotel pickup in the early morning by minivan from all areas in Phuket

    60 minutes here

  2. Enjoy a light breakfast and pick out your snorkeling gear after you have met your friendly guide.

    30 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Walking across the island or snorkeling and swimming and enjoy a great Thai buffet lunch

    120 minutes here

  4. Snorkeling and swimming

    60 minutes here · Admission included

  5. Bangu Island (Koh 9) for snorkeling and swimming.

    60 minutes here

  6. Similan Islands National Park

    Similan Island (Koh 8) for swimming snorkeling, relaxing on the beach

    120 minutes here · Admission included

  7. Climbing the viewpoint at Sailing Rock

    30 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Phuket

Or, you can also get picked up from anywhere in Phuket.

Meeting point

Phuket

You can also get picked up from anywhere in Phuket. Please plan to meet your driver at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time.

Hotel pickup

Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Ends at

Or, you can also get picked up from anywhere in Phuket.

Ends at

You can also get picked up from anywhere in Phuket. Please plan to meet your driver at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time.

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 15 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 4-11 years.
  • 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
  • Guests who are pregnant or have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are not recommended to join the tour
  • What to bring : Passport/ID Card, Swimming suit, Towel, Sunglasses , Sunscreen , Hat, Camera
  • Remark : Due to the policy of Similan Islands National Park, you have to send your passports to us suddenly after you make a booking in order to buy the ticket to enter the National Park first.
  • Please note that the activity duration includes the time for hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 40 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Photo opportunities

5 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Organization

5 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Food and drink

5 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Value for money

3 mentions

Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

The guide

2 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Traveler reviews

40 verified traveler reviews for Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

5 star
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4 star
7
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Dovi S · December 2025

Similan Trip highly recommended as one to do!!

Good trip highly recommended to do, just a tip dont worry about bringing your own stuff as they provide everything, take cash though.

Response from the operator: Thank you for your review and recommendation. We’re glad you enjoyed the trip and appreciate the helpful tip for future guests. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to see you again on another tour soon. Best regards, Tawan Oh-hoo Team

via Tripadvisor

joolsvern_J · November 2025

A taste of paradise

The islands are heavenly. The whole excursion is well organised and very structured. If I had to criticise ANYTHING it was there were lots of people packed onto boats but all have seating it just becomes a bit hectic getting on and off and when anchored up for swimming. Again though it is organised and that maybe is me being awkward. Breakfast, dinner and tea was provided. Snacks, water and Pepsi all day. Travelling is long to get to island the day was long but it was well worth it. All equipment is provided as well. Literally loved every minute of it.

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the well organized excursion. We appreciate your honest note and your feedback helps us continue improving. We hope to welcome you on another memorable adventure soon. Best Regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team

via Viator

Paul_R · April 2025

Very Friendly Staff Members and Nice Beaches

The staff members are truly entertaining and friendly! The beaches in the Similan Islands are spectacular and crystal clear along with the parts of the sea I snorkled to! I would love to go back again just to enjoy the beaches!

Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your amazing experience on the Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the spectacular beaches, crystal-clear waters, and the friendly service from our staff. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more unforgettable moments in paradise! Best regards, Oh-Hoo Team

via Viator

859venusm · March 2025

FUN ADVENTURE.

It was a wonderful day! The trip was well - organized. We were picked up at our hotel on time. The van ride to the tour office was about an hour and a half, but comfortable. Drive through different towns was interesting. We were provided with brightly-colored bags with towels and snorkel gear. Breakfast was provided. The participants were divided into groups of about 30 per boat. Similan Island is stunning and the view from the top of the mountain is spectacular. The path up was rocky in places, so it is well-advised that you wear sneakers or water shoes. They sell them ( water shoes) at the sundry shop for 150 Baht. The place we stopped at for snorkeling didn’t have a lot of fish. Disappointing, but the water is beautiful - warm and refreshing. Lunch was also provided and it was good and plentiful. Standard picnic fare PLUS delicious shrimp. The afternoon snack was a nice treat before we boarded our van back to the hotel. We thought we had a good value for the money we paid and it was fun. We recommend this excursion.

Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your detailed experience with us. We’re thrilled to hear you had a wonderful day and found the tour well-organized and comfortable. Your advice about wearing sneakers or water shoes is great for future guests. We also appreciate your feedback about the snorkeling spot, and we’ll continue to do our best to ensure that all parts of the tour exceed expectations. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another amazing adventure soon. Best Regards, Oh-Hoo Team

via Tripadvisor

jannov180 · March 2025

Fantastic similan is a well organised large tour company

Great organization and people, there were a lot of people but well organised, would recommend it. There was plenty of time for activities, the boat ride did feel long.

Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found the tour well organized and that our team helped make the experience enjoyable, even with a larger group. We also appreciate your note about the boat ride feeling long and will take it into consideration for future planning. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience. Best Regards, Oh-Hoo Team

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
11 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
4+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$3100 to $3200
Hotel pickup
Available for selected locations
Booked in 30 days
14
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 57

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)46
Review evidence (18% weight)55
Booking momentum (14% weight)48
Value for money (12% weight)66
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)15
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Phuket.

How much does Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour cost?

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Prices start at $3100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Phuket usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour take?

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Plan for about 11 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 Phuket is not rushed.

Is Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour 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 (4.1/5 across 40 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Phuket, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour?

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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 Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 11-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour?

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Around 14 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 Phuket 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 Phuket and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Phuket to Similan Islands Snorkeling Tour 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 Phuket 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 Phuket?

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On Outty we rank every Phuket experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Southern Flavors Phuket Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, James Bond Island by Big Boat w/ Sea Cave Canoeing and Lunch, Phang Nga Bay Canoeing & James Bond Island Tour from Phuket. 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 Phuket?

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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 Phuket?

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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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