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Similan Island Trip by Speed Catamaran 2 storeys (SeaStar)

Overview: Explore the Similan Islands, located about an hour north of Phuket 🏝️; Enjoy the ultimate getaway on the Similan Islands, renowned as one of the world’s top 10 diving destinations, with breathtaking underwater scenery, pristine marine life, and fascinating coral formations right before your eyes.

Admire the fine, soft sand formed from broken coral and a pristine ecosystem preserved in its natural state, while encountering vibrant coral reefs and marine life such as sea turtles and clownfish. 🌊

Schedule

06:20 Hotel Pick-up

08:00 Check-in and Tour Briefing

at Seastar pier

If you prefer to go directly to the pier, please arrive at the location listed in the link by 08:15.

09:00 Departure

Island No.5 or No.6: for snorkeling

Island No.4 (Koh Miang): for lunch and relaxing

Island No.9 (Koh Ba Ngu): for snorkeling

Island No.8 (Koh Similan): for Sailing rock viewpoint, relaxing and swimming

17:00 Arrival: at Seastar pier, enjoy light meal with BBQ, fried chicken, papaya salad and traditional ice cream

19:20 Return to the hotel

The Similan Islands consist of 9 islands, and the islands visited may vary depending on the weather and wave conditions on the day of the tour.
Your Guide will let you know which islands you will visit on the day of the tour.

Tour times and itinerary may change depending on circumstances on the day of the tour.

07:50 Hotel Pick-up

09:00 Check-in and tour briefing

at Seastar pier (09:00 - 10:00)

If you would like to go directly to the pier, please arrive at the location shown in the link.

10:30 Departure

Island No.8 (Koh Similan): for Sailing rock viewpoint, relaxing and swimming

Island No.9 (Koh Ba Ngu): for snorkeling

Island No.4 (Koh Miang): for lunch and relaxing

Island No.5 or No.6: for snorkeling

17:30 Arrival: at Seastar pier, enjoy light meal with BBQ, fried chicken, papaya salad and traditional ice cream

20:50 Return to the hotel

The Similan Islands consist of nine islands in total. The islands visited may vary depending on the weather and wave conditions on the day of the tour.
Your Guide will let you know which islands you will visit on the day of the tour.

Tour times and itinerary are subject to change depending on circumstances on the day.

What's Included / Not Included

What’s included

Round-trip Pick-up
English Guide
Meals (lunch and dinner)
National park entrance fee
Snorkeling mask, life jacket, and fins
Insurance
Towel

What’s not included

Beach chair rental fee (200 baht per person, payable on-site)
Water sports activities (clear kayaks, floating mats, etc.)
Personal expenses and gratuities

Child policy: The child rate applies to children aged 4 to 11.

Please ensure that children and teenagers remain under parental supervision at all times.

Additional Information & Notes: 💡 Important Information When Booking; To arrange insurance coverage, please provide your name, date of birth, age, and passport number when making your reservation.; Pregnant guests, elderly guests, and guests with physical limitations cannot participate.; 🚐 Pick-up Information; Hotel pick-up is included in the following areas: Patong, Karon, Kata, Phuket Town, Kamala, Kalim, Laguna, Bang Tao, Surin, Khao Lak, Siray, Layan, Rawai, Mai Khao, Nai Harn, and Nai Yang.
Pick-up may be delayed by approximately 15–20 minutes depending on the group ahead of you.; Please check your voucher for the exact time and cost.; ⚠️ Pick-up Information; Please wait in the hotel lobby at the designated time to ensure a smooth Pick-up.

If the hotel has multiple lobbies, please wait at the main lobby. For villas, pool villas, and condominiums (villa complexes), please meet at the main entrance or security office.

If you are running late for the Meeting Point time, please contact us in advance. However, the vehicle cannot wait due to other Join(shared tour) guests.

Late arrivals will be treated as No-Shows and are not eligible for changes, cancellations, or refunds. Please arrive early and on time.; 📝 Pick-up requests from outlying areas,; Free Pick-up is available from hotels in the city center, while hotels in outlying areas may incur an additional Pick-up fee or may not be eligible for Pick-up.

Please enter the exact name and address of your accommodation in the requests field. We will confirm with the tour operator whether Pick-up is available and, if applicable, the additional Pick-up fee.; 👣 If you would like to go directly to the location, please check the address and directions.; Please make your own way to the location provided in the link by the time indicated in the itinerary. 지도 링크; ❗ Important Information; We are not responsible for injuries caused by your own negligence.; We recommend leaving your valuables at the hotel.

Please take extra care of your valuables, cash, and personal safety. Regardless of the circumstances, we cannot be held responsible for lost valuables.; Please wear a life jacket at all times when traveling by speedboat or snorkeling.; 🌧️ Weather Information; The tour will proceed even if there is light rain.
If you choose not to participate based on your own judgment, a refund may not be available.; 🎒 What to Bring; Sunscreen, a change of clothes, a hat, sunglasses, a waterproof pouch, and a small amount of emergency cash; We recommend wearing your swimsuit under your clothes and bringing a towel, a change of clothes, and other essentials.; 🔸 Additional Information; Tour times and itineraries may change depending on circumstances on the day of the tour.; The tour may be discontinued if you do not follow the staff’s instructions or guidance. No refunds will be provided in such cases.; Please inform our staff in advance if you have any mobility concerns, feel unwell or tired, or are unable to complete the tour.; Luggage transportation and storage are available for an additional fee. Suitcases larger than 20 inches incur an extra charge of 200 baht per piece. Please provide the number and sizes of your suitcases when making your reservation.; Free shower facilities are available at the pier.; GoPro cameras are available for rent at the pier.

The daily rental fee is 1,200 baht. Please request one from the on-site staff after arriving at the pier and completing check-in. (Rental fee payable in cash.); The Similan Islands consist of nine islands in total. The islands visited may vary depending on the weather and sea conditions on the day of the tour.

Your Guide will let you know which islands you will visit on the day of the tour.; 🤿 Instructions for Using Long Fins; 🤿 Long Fins Usage Guidelines

Long fins are not permitted on regular Join(shared tour)s. We may be unable to assist if their use causes any issues at the site.