Similan Islands Day Trip from Phuket
The Similan Islands are the Andaman Sea's showpiece, a tropical archipelago of powder-white beaches and crystal-clear water. This full-day trip from Phuket covers the essentials — the Sail Rock viewpoint on Island 8, snorkeling stops and beach time on Koh Miang — with a Russian-speaking guide and meals throughout the day.
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Program options and prices
Similan Islands (classic)
› Schedule and what is included
Schedule
- 05:30-07:00Transfer from your Phuket hotel, depending on the area
- 07:30Arrival at the port, meeting the guide, breakfast at the pier
- 08:00-08:30Departure from the pier to the Similan Islands
- Island 8, Koh Similan: beach time and the Sail Rock viewpoint
- Island 9, Koh Bangu: snorkeling
- Island 7, Koh Payu: second snorkeling stop
- Island 4, Koh Miang: lunch, beach time and free time
- 15:00-15:30Departure back to the port
- 16:30-17:00Arrival at the port, light evening snack
- 18:00-19:30Return to hotels
Included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Russian-speaking guide
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Light evening snack
- ✓Unlimited water and soft drinks on board
- ✓National park fees
- ✓Insurance
- ✓Snorkel mask
Not included
- ✕Personal expenses: souvenirs, tips, photos, etc.
- ✕Coral shoes (recommended)
- ✕Fin rental
Similan Islands, early departure
› Schedule and what is included
Schedule
- 03:30-05:00Early pickup; time depends on your hotel location
- 05:00-05:30Arrival at the pier, meeting the guide, light buffet breakfast
- 06:00-06:30Departure to the Similan Islands
- Koh Similan (Island 8): climb to the famous Sail Rock for panoramic views, then the white-sand beach
- Snorkeling at Koh Bangu (Island 9)
- Lunch
- Snorkeling at Koh Miang (Island 4)
- Koh Miang (Island 4): relax on one of two beaches linked by a jungle trail, with a chance to see flying foxes
- 13:30-14:00Departure back to Phuket
- 15:30-16:00Arrival at the pier, light evening snack
- 16:30Departure to hotels
Included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Russian-speaking guide
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Light evening snack
- ✓Unlimited water and soft drinks on board
- ✓National park fees
- ✓Insurance
- ✓Snorkel mask
Not included
- ✕Personal expenses: souvenirs, tips, photos, etc.
- ✕Coral shoes (recommended)
- ✕Fin rental
Similan Islands Comfort
› Schedule and what is included
Schedule
- 05:30-07:00Transfer from Phuket hotels, depending on the area
- 07:00-08:00Transfer from Khao Lak hotels, depending on the area
- 08:30-09:00Arrival at the port, meeting the guide, breakfast at the pier
- 09:00Departure from the pier to the Similan Islands
- 10:20Island 8, Koh Similan: beach and the Sail Rock viewpoint
- 11:20Island 9, Koh Bangu: snorkeling
- 12:30Island 7, Koh Payu: second snorkeling stop
- 13:20Island 4, Koh Miang: lunch, beach time and free time
- 15:00-15:30Departure back to the port
- 16:30Arrival at Tap Lamu port, dinner and transfer to hotels
- 18:00-19:30Return to hotels
Included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Russian-speaking guide
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Unlimited water and soft drinks on board
- ✓National park fees
- ✓Insurance
- ✓Beach bag with snorkel mask, fins, beach towels and a beach mat
Not included
- ✕Personal expenses: souvenirs, tips, photos, etc.
- ✕Coral shoes (recommended)
Similan Islands, early departure Comfort
Comfort program perks: front-loading speedboat, small groups of up to 38 people, free disposable snorkel mouthpieces, free towels, raincoats and fins, beer at the pier in the morning and a glass of wine on return.
› Schedule and what is included
Schedule
- 03:30-05:00Early pickup; time depends on your hotel location
- 05:00-05:30Arrival at the pier, meeting the guide, light buffet breakfast
- 06:00-06:30Departure to the Similan Islands
- Koh Similan (Island 8): climb to the famous Sail Rock for panoramic views, beach time
- Snorkeling at Koh Bangu (Island 9)
- Lunch
- Snorkeling at Koh Miang (Island 4)
- Koh Miang (Island 4): relax on one of two beaches linked by a jungle trail, with a chance to see flying foxes
- 14:30-15:00Departure back to Phuket
- 16:30-17:00Arrival at the pier and dinner to round off the day
- 17:30Departure to hotels
Included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Russian-speaking guide
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Unlimited water and soft drinks on board
- ✓National park fees
- ✓Insurance
- ✓Snorkel mask
- ✓Fins and towels
Not included
- ✕Personal expenses: souvenirs, tips, photos, etc.
- ✕Coral shoes (recommended)
Similan Islands by catamaran
You can choose a departure 1.5 hours later; the whole schedule then shifts by the same 1.5 hours.
› Schedule and what is included
Schedule
- 05:30-07:00Transfer from Phuket hotels, depending on the area
- 07:00-08:00Transfer from Khao Lak hotels, depending on the area
- 08:30Arrival at the port, meeting the guide and briefing on the day, light breakfast at the pier
- 09:30Departure from the pier to the Similan Islands
- 10:40Snorkeling stop between Islands 5 and 6
- 11:40Island 4, Koh Miang: beach time, lunch and free time
- 13:00Island 9: second snorkeling stop
- 14:15Island 8, Koh Similan: beach time and the Sail Rock viewpoint
- 15:30Departure back to the port
- 16:50Arrival at the port, dinner and transfer to hotels
- 18:30-20:00Return to hotels
Included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Russian-speaking guide
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Unlimited water and soft drinks on board
- ✓National park fees
- ✓Insurance
- ✓Snorkel mask with disposable mouthpiece
- ✓Towels
- ✓Fins
Not included
- ✕Personal expenses: souvenirs, tips, photos, etc.
- ✕Coral shoes (recommended)
What you'll see on the Similan Islands
The route centres on Island 8, Koh Similan, where you climb to the famous Sail Rock for a panoramic view and relax on its white beach. Snorkeling stops follow at Island 9 (Koh Bangu) and, depending on the program, Island 7 (Koh Payu) or the waters around Koh Miang. The day winds down on Island 4, Koh Miang, with lunch and free time; on the early programs you walk a jungle trail between its two beaches, where flying foxes are sometimes spotted.
Choosing your Similan program
Similan Islands (classic) is the standard speedboat day with pickup around 05:30–07:00 and three island stops after Island 8. Early departure picks you up at 03:30–05:00, so you are on the water by about 06:00 and back at the pier by mid-afternoon. Comfort follows the classic route but adds a full dinner and a beach bag with mask, fins, towels and a mat, and it can collect you from Khao Lak too. Early departure Comfort combines the early start with perks: a front-loading speedboat, groups of up to 38, free fins, towels, raincoats and disposable snorkel mouthpieces, beer at the pier in the morning and a glass of wine on return. Catamaran takes a different order of stops, starting with snorkeling between Islands 5 and 6, fins and towels included, and an option to leave 1.5 hours later.
How long is the journey?
The Similans are far from Phuket, so be ready for a long day. A minivan to Tap Lamu pier takes 1 to 3 hours depending on your hotel, followed by 1–1.5 hours by speedboat. If the trip leaves from Sarasin pier, the drive is 30 minutes to 2 hours and the boat takes 1.5–2 hours.
Practical tips
Coral shoes are strongly recommended; fins are rented separately on the classic and early programs. Bring sunscreen, a hat and a dry bag for your phone. Speedboats are strictly off-limits during pregnancy — tell our manager when booking if you're expecting. The national park is open roughly mid-October to mid-May, and the route may change because of weather.
Frequently asked questions
Which Similan Islands option should I choose?+
Choose the classic trip for the standard route, Early departure to be on the water at dawn, Comfort or Early departure Comfort for dinner and included gear (plus groups of up to 38 on the early one), or the Catamaran if you'd like fins and towels included and the option to start 1.5 hours later.
What time is pickup for the Similan tour?+
Classic, Comfort and Catamaran pick up from Phuket around 05:30–07:00 (Khao Lak hotels 07:00–08:00 for Comfort and Catamaran). Early departure programs pick up around 03:30–05:00.
Are meals included?+
Yes. Every program includes breakfast and lunch; the classic and Early departure trips add a light snack at the pier in the evening, while both Comfort programs and the Catamaran include dinner. Unlimited water and soft drinks are served on board.
When are the Similan Islands open?+
The Similan national park is open roughly from mid-October to mid-May. Outside the season the tours don't run, so plan your trip for those months.
Can pregnant women join?+
No, speedboat trips are strictly prohibited during pregnancy. Please mention it when booking, otherwise boarding may be refused at the pier.
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