- SeaStar Andaman - Day Tours - Get conveniently picked up in the early morning by minivan from your hotel on the entire Phuket Island and head over to Nam Khem Pier in Khao Lak. Meet the passionated boat crew of SeaStar Andaman and enjoy a light breakfast before cruising by speed boat in less than 90 minutes to the unspoiled Surin Islands. Mu Koh Surin National Park is situated in Phang Nga province, roughly 60 kilometres away from the shore.
Make the first snorkel stop in Chong Khat Bay which is located between the two main Surin Islands. At low tides it is actually possible to walk across, as the water is extremely shallow. Our guides will explain you how to protect and conserve coral reefs through environmentally friendly guidelines of Green Fins for your snorkelling experience.
Continue to Koh Surin Tai (the Southern Surin Island) to discover the natural way of life of the 150 Moken sea gypsies. The Chao Leh, which means ‘The Sea People’ in Thai, spend much of their lives on their boats, called ‘kabang’. The Moken survive mainly through fish hunting and gathering of shellfish and other marine life from the reefs and mudflats.
At Mai Ngam Beach you can enjoy the beach life or do some walking along the 2-kilometre hiking trail. Then indulge in a delectable buffet lunch in the canteen of the park ranger station to fuel your energy for the next snorkelling sessions.
Make your way to Bon Bay or Pineapple Bay (depending on the sea conditions) where you can swim on vibrant coral reefs and spot colourful fish hovering around their natural habitats in calm waters. The last snorkel stop will be at Mae Yai Bay with a jump into the clean and clear turquoise waters brimming with magnificent underwater aqua life.
After a lovely time, it is time to say goodbye to Surin Islands and to return to the pier in Khao Lak. Enjoy some sweets and coffee before returning to your accommodation in Phuket with happy smiles and an amazing story to tell your friends.
Itinerary:
⢠05:30 - 07:20: Hotel pickup in Phuket
⢠07:20 - 08:30: Transfer to Nam Khem Pier in Khao Lak
⢠08:30 - 08:40: Meet the boat crew of SeaStar Andaman at the private pier
⢠08:40 - 09:00: Enjoy a light breakfast
⢠09:00 - 10:30: Cruise by speed boat to Surin Islands
⢠10:30 - 11:30: Sightseeing of the Moken Village
⢠11:30 - 12:30: Enjoy a buffet lunch at the canteen
⢠12:30 - 13:30: Relax on the beach at Chong Khad Channel
⢠13:30 - 14:30: Snorkel at Bon Bay or Pineapple Bay
⢠14:30 - 15:30: More snorkeling at Mae Yai Bay
⢠15:30 - 17:00: Head back to Nam Khem Pier
⢠17:00 - 19:00: Transfer back to the hotel
- Basic accident insurance
- Complimentary refreshments including water, Coca-Cola, snacks, coffee, and fresh fruits
- Snorkeling gear, life jacket, and first aid kit provided
- Beach towel provided
- National Park entrance fee included
- Convenient hotel round-trip transfer
- Enjoy a light breakfast and buffet lunch
- Guided tour with professional English and Chinese-speaking guide
- Hotel pickup from remote locations in Phuket or from private villas/airbnbs
Join SeaStar Andaman in Phuket for an authentic island adventure trip to the untouched Surin Islands, away from the regular tourist crowd. Enjoy the unique opportunity to snorkel in the immaculate reef sites around the Surin Islands, adhering to the guidelines of the Green Fins initiative, in a bid to protect the coral reefs post the severe bleaching incident of 2010. Gain insights into the migratory sea-faring traditions of the Moken and catch a glimpse of turtles, reef sharks, eagle rays and, if fortune favors, even magnificent whale sharks, manta rays and dolphins that frequent the coasts of these islands.
- To be able to confirm the booking, it is very important that you send us a copy of the passport ID page for all travelers. We have to send this information to the Thai Marine Department before the trip starts. It will be handled strictly private and confidential. Please also bring a digital photo of the passport on your phone or a copy of the passport to the trip.
- The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
