Join the fun loving team of SeaStar Andaman on a one day trip from Khao Lak to the best reef-snorkel sites at Similan Islands. This eco-friendly activity follows the guidelines of the Green Fins initiative to protect the coral reefs. Expect a modern fleet of speed boats and a truly adjusted itinerary to the conditions on the excursion day to get the best value.
Get picked up from your hotel in Khao Lak and ride by minivan to Tup Lamu. Meet the friendly guides of SeaStar Andaman at the private pier and pick out your snorkelling gear after enjoying a light breakfast. Cruise on a first class speed boat to the beautiful Similan Islands in less than 80 minutes.
Appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your first snorkelling spot at Koh Payu or Koh Ha, depending on the sea conditions. Explore the stunning coral reefs and giant underwater boulders in clear waters with plenty of colourful fish.
Continue to Koh Miang to spend some time at the super soft white sand beach of Princess Bay before enjoying a yummy Thai food in a lunch box. A nature trail through the island to Honeymoon Bay offers sightings of flying fox bats, Poo Kai (the chicken crab), and, the now rather rare, Nicobar Pigeon.
Continue to Christmas Point at Koh Bangu, the Island No. 9, for one more snorkelling opportunity with massive coral heads in The Mooring, and Snapper Alley for Asian snapper living among the giant rocks.
The last stop is at the tranquil waters of Donald Duck Bay on Koh Similan. Here you can relax on the beach or hike to the island's iconic viewpoint at Sail Rock before heading back to the pier where a light snack with fresh fruits and drinks are awaiting you. Get transferred back to your hotel and replay the day's happenings.
Itinerary:
- 07:00 - 08:30: Hotel pickup in Khao Lak
- 08:30 - 09:00: Meet the boat crew of SeaStar Andaman & enjoy a light breakfast
- 09:00 - 10:45: Cruise by speed boat to Similan Islands
- 10:45 - 11:45: Snorkel at Island No. 5/No. 6
- 11:45 - 12:45: Enjoy Thai food in a lunch box at Koh Miang
- 12:45 - 13:15: Relax at the super soft white sand beach of Princess Bay
- 13:15 - 14:15: Snorkel at Christmas Point/Namchai Bay at Koh Ba-Ngu
- 14:15 - 14:45: Climb up to the iconic viewpoint of Sail Rock
- 14:45 - 15:15: Relax and swim at the beach of Koh Similan
- 15:15 - 16:45: Cruise back to the pier
- 16:45 - 17:00: Enjoy a light refreshment
- 17:00 - 19:00: Transfer back to the hotel