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The 15 Best Snorkelling Island Hopping Trips Worldwide

218 tours  ·  from $12 a head

Some boats hand out a mask as an afterthought and some plan the whole route around reef. These 15 are the ones where the water is the point, priced a head with a note on how many stops you actually get in.

Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch - Orange Bay: one hour of sand, sun, and photos
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Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

1.3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,609 reviews · 8 hours · from $47Our pick

Join Go Shalabi for an eight-hour yacht trip from Hurghada to Orange Bay, Giftun Island, and Magawish Island. You get two snorkeling stops, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch, fruit, and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Fouad, Ahmed, Saef, Ashraf, and Talal help beginners feel safe while the crew keeps the day lively.

“The visit to the 3 islands & the snorkeling session were extremely well organised. The food was good ( though the calamari was very chewy & cold ) Very good value for money & as very good day out.”

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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling - Yawasam’s shallow coral gardens
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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

2.7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,916 reviews · from $39

Spend seven hours visiting Krabi’s island highlights by traditional longtail boat. You’ll snorkel at Yawasam and Koh Tan Ming, photograph Chicken Island, walk the Tub and Mor sandbar when tides allow, eat dinner on Koh Poda, and swim with bioluminescent plankton. Guides such as Green Curry, Dora, Daisy, and Rosie are known for keeping the mood friendly and organized.

“Really enjoyed the day, just the transportation at night we were told to fill up one bus when we told them hotel, tried to show driver and he said yes I know and he didn’t went past our ride and we had to get a taxi back or wait for all other drop offs which we weren’t prepared to do”

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Nassau: 3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch - Leaving Nassau by speedboat
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Nassau: 3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch

3.3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,585 reviews · 4 hours · from $136

In four hours, Shore To Shore Bahamas takes you by speedboat from Nassau to Pearl Island for reef snorkeling, Green Cay for turtle viewing, and Rose Island for a private beach, pigs, BBQ lunch, kayaking, and a rum punch. Captains such as Mike, Chris, and Ray keep the trip lively. Pickup is optional, and private groups are available.

“Big Ray was excellent. He made the trip memorable. I highly recommend this trip it is great value for money. If you do one trip this must be it!”

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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim - Boarding requires a short wade from shore
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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

4.Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,861 reviews · from $130Top rated

Join Michael and his crew aboard a spacious wooden junk for a 6 to 7 hour cruise from Ao Nang or Railay. Snorkel, kayak, paddleboard, and swim around Krabi’s islands, then enjoy a Thai buffet at sunset before an after-dark bioluminescent swim near Phra Nang Cave Beach.

“It was a wonderful experience. We got to snorkel twice and saw several different kinds of fish. Michael, the owner was very attentive and introduced himself to everybody on board. The whole crew was very good and always asking if anyonRead more”

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Hurghada: 6 Islands Tour with Dolphin Watching & Snorkelling - Giftun National Park and the first snorkel
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Hurghada: 6 Islands Tour with Dolphin Watching & Snorkelling

5.6 Islands Tour with Dolphin Watching & Snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,624 reviews · 8 hours · from $51

Spend eight hours racing between Hurghada’s island beaches, Giftun National Park reefs, Magawish, Nemo Bay, and Juzur Abū Minqār. You get three snorkelling stops, a wreck site, drinks, fruit, gear, and a small speedboat group. Guides such as Basil, Omar, and Fatih are known for helping nervous swimmers. Lunch and parasailing cost extra.

“Everything was well organised. Our guide and captain (Abdullah and Wassam) were handsome, professional, friendly, at disposal for every need or request. I highly recommend this tour!”

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Boat and Snorkel Tour to 5 Islands of Los Arcos - Meeting in Zona Romántica and riding to Mismaloya
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Boat and Snorkel Tour to 5 Islands of Los Arcos

6.Boat and Snorkel Tour to 5 Islands of Los Arcos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,176 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Meet in Puerto Vallarta’s Zona Romántica, ride a public bus to Mismaloya, then take a small boat around Los Arcos’ five islands. Guide names may include Bruno, Andrés, Guillermo, Diego, or Sebastián. Expect about 30 minutes of snorkeling, cave visits, bird spotting, and free time at the beach. Snorkel gear, permits, bus fare, and a life vest are included.

“Incredible snorkeling experience. Got to see many colorful schools of fishes that really do swim right up to you. Definitely go in the morning, which is what our guide recommended for the best snorkeling. After snorkeling, we had a rest point at the beach, which was very beautiful and great for swimming. Enjoyed spicy aguachile and margaritas at the beautiful beach after snorkeling, which wasn’t included but still reasonably priced and flavorful. Super grateful to our guide Andrés for this fun and informative tour, would absolutely book a tour with him again. In fact, I hope he’s on the next tour I book in Puerto Vallarta.”

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Phi Phi: 7 Island Longtail Boat Snorkeling Tour with Sunset - Starting at Monkey Beach
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Phi Phi: 7 Island Longtail Boat Snorkeling Tour with Sunset

7.7 Island Longtail Boat Snorkeling Tour with Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,076 reviews · 8 hours · from $38

Spend about eight hours aboard a classic longtail boat from Koh Phi Phi, visiting Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Maya Bay, Shark Point, and Bamboo Island. You get lunch, fruit, water, snorkeling gear, life jackets, and underwater GoPro photos. Guides such as Dan and Vang have been praised for helping guests find sharks and fish.

“stopping at different spots for snorkeling in clear blue waters with loads of colourful fish ,also spend time on 2 beaches maya and bamboo good day out worth the money finishing trip with sunset at sea”

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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling - Starting early from the pier
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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

8.7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,063 reviews · 5 hours · from $37

Spend five hours aboard a spacious luxury longtail boat with guides such as Sophia, Sofia, Liz, or Mickey. Cruise past Railay, Tup, Chicken, Koh Mor, and Puya Bay, snorkel near Koh Tang Ming, then relax on Poda Island. Snacks, fruit, drinks, snorkeling gear, and an onboard toilet are included, though the 200 THB national park fee is extra.

“An absolutely fantastic day! Everything was perfect from the food, the drinks, the snorkelling spot and the stop at the island. Everything was included and the boat was super luxurious and comfortable. The team were amazing and Sophia was a stand out, super friendly and attentive making sure we were ok and happy throughout the whole tour even helped us getting a taxi home! Would definitely do this tour again and would highly recommend it.”

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Trou d'Eau Douce: 5 Island Adventure with BBQ & Snorkeling - Ile aux Cerfs and the first look at the coast
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Trou d’Eau Douce: 5 Island Adventure with BBQ & Snorkeling

9.Trou d’Eau Douce: 5 Island Adventure with BBQ & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,052 reviews · 6 hours · from $100

Join a small group of up to 14 for a fast-paced speedboat trip from Trou d’Eau Douce. You’ll visit Ile aux Cerfs, the GRSE waterfall, historic Ile aux Fouquets and Ile de la Passe, then swim, snorkel, watch for dolphins and enjoy a beach BBQ. Guides such as Oliver, Rajiv and Wendel are known for lively commentary and helpful photo stops.

“I would 100% recommend everyone to do this trip. it is amazing value for money. the scenery os breathtaking, lunch was fabulous and the Mauritian 'coffee' was great 😊”

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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel - Koh Poda: white sand and clear water
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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

10.Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $117

Spend 6.5 hours island-hopping from Krabi by speedboat, with Railay’s limestone cliffs, Phra Nang Cave Beach, Koh Poda, Tup Island, daytime snorkeling, a beach lunch, sunset snacks, and a night swim with bioluminescent plankton. Guides such as Sakeen and Stephane have been praised for their care and personal help.

“I can fully recommend this trip, the tour guides were knowledgeable, helpful and fun. Saw some amazing sites, met brilliant people and had a great day out.”

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Koh Chang: 3 or 4 Islands Snorkel & Beach Tour by Big Boat - Leaving from Koh Chang’s west coast
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Koh Chang: 3 or 4 Islands Snorkel & Beach Tour by Big Boat

11.Koh Chang: 3 or 4 Islands Snorkel & Beach Tour by Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 723 reviews · 330 minutes - 9 hours · from $28Best value

Choose a shorter 3-island trip to Koh Wai, Koh Lao Ya Nai, and Koh Klum, or spend longer at Koh Rang National Park and three nearby islets. You’ll ride a roomy big boat, snorkel with fish and coral, eat fresh Thai food, and have underwater photos taken. Hotel pickup is available on Koh Chang’s west coast.

“Great trip with an excellent organization. No issues and great beaches. It was amazing!”

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Zadar: 3-Island Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling and Drinks - The quiet third stop and its clear water
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Zadar: 3-Island Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling and Drinks

12.3-Island Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 574 reviews · from $34

Set out from central Zadar with a skipper such as Josip or Luka for a four-hour speedboat trip to Ošljak, Preko, and a less-visited third island. Swim, snorkel, walk, shop, and enjoy unlimited water and local drinks. The small group is capped at 12, with snorkeling gear, sunscreen, and a GoPro11 included.

“An amazing adventure! The trip was an absolutely unique experience. The views were breathtaking - crystal clear water, picturesque views that are impossible to forget. Spending time in such conditions was pure pleasure. The great asset of this trip was our guide Josip - full of passion, energy and great humor. He was able to create a fantastic atmosphere on board, while sharing interesting facts about the places visited in a way that really drew you in. He made the whole trip not only relaxing, but also very interesting. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to experience something special and actively spend time on the water and…”

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Zadar: Island Hopping Tour Swim and Snorkel with Aperol - Meeting the boat beside Foša Harbour
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Zadar: Island Hopping Tour Swim and Snorkel with Aperol

13.Island Hopping Tour Swim and Snorkel with Aperol

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 555 reviews · 4 hours · from $35

Spend four easygoing hours island hopping from Zadar with a local English-speaking skipper. Swim from the boat, snorkel in clear coves, walk small island villages, and enjoy two Aperol Spritz aboard a traditional Dalmatian boat. Groups are limited to 13, and guides such as Ivan, Greg, Josef, Mario, and Roco have led past departures.

“Our guide was very fun to talk to and was super funny. The ride was beautiful and he even gave us extra time since it took longer to find a spot to park the boat at the islands”

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Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Tour- Snorkel & Relax (Half/Full Day) - Choosing between the morning, afternoon, and full day
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Phuket: 3 Khai Islands Tour- Snorkel & Relax (Half/Full Day)

14.3 Khai Islands Tour- Snorkel & Relax (Half/Full Day)

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 502 reviews · 270 minutes - 10 hours · from $30

Choose a half-day or full-day speedboat trip from Phuket to Khai Nok, Khai Nui, and Khai Nai. You get snorkeling gear, drinks, snacks, guides such as Honey, Jo, Ellie, and Jayna, plus lunch on the full-day option. The shallow water suits families, while the longer tour gives you four quiet hours at Khai Nai.

“Excellent tour, especially if you don’t want a full day activity. Works very well for families with kids as it’s a quick ride from one island to the next. I usually have motion sickness on boats but the ride was super easy and I felt very well. The guides are friendly and the comms is excellent; great value for money”

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Whitsunday: Whitsunday Islands Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch - The speedboat ride from Coral Sea Marina
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Whitsunday: Whitsunday Islands Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch

15.Whitsunday: Whitsunday Islands Tour with Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 486 reviews · 7 hours · from $162

Spend seven hours exploring the Whitsundays by speedboat with crew such as Dane, Luke, and Dave. Snorkel for about an hour, eat a fresh picnic buffet at Whitehaven Beach, and walk to Hill Inlet Lookout. The smaller boat, lively commentary, clean gear, and flexible timing make this a strong one-day choice.

“I highly recommend this tour! Dan and Luke were amazing—super attentive, friendly, and made sure everyone was comfortable throughout. They had a great sense of humor and really added to the experience. The entire tour was nothing but enjoyable!”

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