ISLAND HOPPING · SNORKELING TRIPS IN THAILAND

Best Snorkeling Trips in Thailand — Our Top 15

71 tours  ·  from $20 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 snorkeling trips in Thailand justify the slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes and the rest of the week stays yours.

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

1.7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

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

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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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

2.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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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

3.7 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

4.7 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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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

5.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

6.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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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)

7.3 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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Krabi: 4-Island Sunset Snorkeling Tour & Bioluminescent Swim - Meeting in Ao Nang or Railay
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Krabi: 4-Island Sunset Snorkeling Tour & Bioluminescent Swim

8.4-Island Sunset Snorkeling Tour & Bioluminescent Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews · 7 hours · from $125

Spend seven hours aboard a spacious Siamese junk with Michael and his crew, visiting Ko Ya Wa Sam, Chicken Island, Ko Poda, and Phra Nang Beach. You get guided snorkeling, paddleboards, kayaking, a Thai buffet, free soft drinks, and a nighttime swim with bioluminescent plankton. Pickup is available in Ao Nang or Railay.

“It was the best time we have ever had! Micheal was so helpful and so informative on everything! The food was AMAZING! They took us to all of the right places to snorkel and the plankton was so beautiful! This is a trip I will remember forever! The crew were all so amazing I can’t recommend this place enough! Thank you all for making this trip special!”

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Ko Lanta: 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour by Longtail Boat - Ko Chueak: your first snorkel stop
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Ko Lanta: 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour by Longtail Boat

9.4 Islands Snorkeling Tour by Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 297 reviews · 6 hours · from $31

Join a local English- or Thai-speaking guide for a longtail boat trip from Ko Lanta Yai to Ko Chueak, Ko Muk, Ko Ngai, and Ko Maa. You will snorkel, swim through the Emerald Cave, eat a buffet lunch on the beach, and return with hotel transfers, equipment, drinks, fruit, and insurance included.

“The water was crystal clear for a great snorkeling experience. Lunch was lovely. our guide was very friendly and informative. Overall a very enjoyable experience.”

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Ao Nang: Island-Hopping Snorkel Tour w/ Amazing Hong Island - Deang Island: your first chance to snorkel
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Ao Nang: Island-Hopping Snorkel Tour w/ Amazing Hong Island

10.Island-Hopping Snorkel Tour w/ Amazing Hong Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 252 reviews · 5h 30m · from $38

Spend about five and a half hours island-hopping from Ao Nang by traditional long-tail boat. Snorkel at Deang Island, eat a Thai buffet on Lading Island, cruise Hong Lagoon, and enjoy two hours at Hong Island. Guides such as Q, Meena, Nadja, and Sophia have been praised for friendly help, clear briefings, and great photos.

“Took around 1 hour to get to the first stop snorkelling which we saw lots of little fish was great, managed to get good clear videos underwater. Next stops very close together, more snorkelling, picture taking. Hong island was beautiful, we done the nature trail but not the hike as legs were still sore from the jungle tour summit but overall loved it their beach was white sands and so picturesque. Tour guides were really nice. I was worried about getting sick as I usually do on boats but it was absolutely fine- (I wore sick bands and room a motion sickness tablet first) but it was not too rocky…”

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Koh Lanta: Phi Phi Islands Tour w/ Maya Bay, Snorkel & Lunch - Morning pickup from Koh Lanta Yai
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Koh Lanta: Phi Phi Islands Tour w/ Maya Bay, Snorkel & Lunch

11.Phi Phi Islands Tour w/ Maya Bay, Snorkel & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 247 reviews · 8 hours · from $54

Travel from Koh Lanta Yai by speedboat to Maya Bay, Phi Phi Don, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Bay, Viking Cave, and Bamboo Island. You get hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide such as Didi or Fan, snorkel gear, drinks, fruit, and a buffet lunch. Expect a busy but efficient day, with several photo stops and snorkeling when sea conditions allow.

“Fantastic and super fun! Well planned and great vibes.”

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Krabi: 4 Islands Hopping & Snorkeling Tour - From Ao Nang pickup to the pier
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Krabi: 4 Islands Hopping & Snorkeling Tour

12.4 Islands Hopping & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 192 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $51

Spend 7 to 8 hours visiting Phra Nang Cave, Tup Island, Poda Island, and Chicken Island by boat. You’ll get hotel pickup in Ao Nang, lunch, fruit, water, snorkeling gear, and an English-speaking guide. Jess is one guide praised by name. Choose a shared or private trip, but expect a popular sightseeing route rather than a dedicated snorkeling expedition.

“Bardzo dobra organizacja i opieka przewodników. Pyszne posiłki, woda i owoce. Ciekawy program wycieczki.”

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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel - Tup Island is a short turquoise-water stop
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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

13.Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews

Spend 7 to 9 hours on a private longtail boat from Krabi, visiting Hong Island, Tup, Poda, Chicken Island, and Phra Nang Cave Beach. Your guide handles transport, lunch, snorkel gear, and live commentary. Choose the package carefully if sunset and night snorkeling matter, since they are optional upgrades.

“This tour exceeded our expectations. It was a delight to have a private boat to take in the stunning scenery. Our tour guide tuna was funny and thoughtful. Providing up with a great day and also plenty of relaxing alone time on the many bRead more”

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Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat - Chicken Island, Tup Island, and the Thale Waek sandbar
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Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat

14.Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 164 reviews · from $52

Spend an afternoon and evening on a large longtail boat visiting Krabi’s Tup, Chicken, Poda, and nearby islands. You’ll snorkel, cross the Thale Waek sandbar, eat a beach buffet, watch the sunset, and swim among bioluminescent plankton. Guides such as AJ and Pong have been praised for attentive help, especially when boarding.

“Really a pleasant n wonderful staff. Very helpful. Would definitely go again if I come back for Thai adventures.”

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Snorkeling & Island Hopping - Koh Tan brings the snorkeling
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Snorkeling & Island Hopping

15.Snorkeling & Island Hopping

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews

You’ll ride a private luxury speedboat from Koh Samui with a crew that can adjust the outing to your pace. Expect snorkeling around Koh Tan, quiet beaches, floating fruit, and time on Koh Madsum, known as pig island. Fruit, snacks, soft drinks, water, equipment, and one beer per person are included.

“One of our most memorable experiences on our holiday. The crew was so incredibly nice and helpful. They couldn’t do enough. They took us to a spectacular bay, then snorkelling and pig island with a little picnic. We were a family of 4! Highly recommend.”

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★ 4.0Snorkeling 4 Islands Tour by Speedboat From KrabiFrom $4512 reviews
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