Travel by speedboat for guided snorkeling around Koh Tao and beach and viewpoint time on Koh Nang Yuan.
WHY TRAVELLERS LOVE IT
Experience highlights
- Guided snorkeling at Koh Tao’s top bays:
- Ao Muang (Mango Bay): calm, clear water, rich corals and fish.
- Ao Tanote: abundant reefs, vibrant marine life, great for sunbathing too.
- Koh Nang Yuan: Japanese Garden reef, separated sea sandbars, and a scenic viewpoint.
- Seasonal chance to spot sea turtles while snorkeling.
- Smooth logistics: hotel transfers, gear, meals, drinks, and guide included.
About this activity
Turn your island stay into a highlight day with the Koh Tao & Koh Nang Yuan day trip by speedboat from Koh Samui. Begin with hotel pick-up, pier check-in, breakfast, and a safety briefing, then ride a fast boat to Koh Tao for guided snorkeling at either Ao Muang (Mango Bay) or Ao Tanote, handpicked on the day for the best visibility and calm water. Expect shallow coral gardens, schools of tropical fish, and a seasonal chance to spot sea turtles, ideal for beginners and families, with snorkel gear and life jackets provided.
After a restaurant lunch on Koh Tao, continue to Koh Nang Yuan, a trio of islets linked by sandbars. Explore the Japanese Garden reef, walk the “separated sea” sandbars, and climb the short ~550 m viewpoint trail for postcard-perfect photos over turquoise lagoons. Throughout the tour you’ll have an English-speaking guide, soft drinks and fruit, and round-trip hotel transfers for smooth logistics. This is the classic Koh Samui tour for reef time, beaches, and the Gulf’s most iconic view, all in one seamless day.
PLAN FOR THE DAY
Itinerary
Morning hotel pickup and pier check-inTransfer to the pier for breakfast and a safety briefing.
Koh Tao snorkelingVisit Ao Muang (Mango Bay) or Ao Tanote, chosen for the day’s weather, visibility and sea conditions.
Lunch on Koh TaoEnjoy a restaurant lunch; vegetarian options can be requested in advance.
Koh Nang YuanExplore the Japanese Garden reef and the sandbars. Walk the approximately 550 m viewpoint trail for lagoon views.
Afternoon return to Koh SamuiReturn by speedboat and transfer to your hotel. The program may change with sea conditions.
The order and timing may change with weather, traffic, tides or local conditions.
WHAT YOU GET
Included in your booking
Included
- Shuttle service (hotel pick-up & drop-off)
- Tour guide (English-speaking)
- Breakfast, snacks, lunch (advise food allergies; vegetarian option)
- Drinking water, soft drinks, fruits
- Snorkeling equipment, life jacket
- Accident insurance on the boat & first aid kit
Not included
- Koh Nang Yuan entrance fee (pay on site): approx. 250 THB/adult, 120 THB/child
- Personal expenses, alcoholic drinks, towels, sunscreen
GETTING THERE
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Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Confirm your morning pickup and boat departure with the operator.
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Pickup is included for eligible hotels in this zone.
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BE PREPARED
Before you go
Good to know
- The snorkeling bay and stop order depend on weather and sea conditions.
- Koh Nang Yuan entrance is paid on site: approximately 250 THB per adult and 120 THB per child,
- Wear grippy footwear for the viewpoint trail.
- Tell the operator about food allergies; a vegetarian lunch can be requested.
What to bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Sun protection
- Grippy footwear
- Cash for Koh Nang Yuan entrance and personal expenses
Requirements
Pregnant travelers are not permitted on the speedboat. The viewpoint involves a short walk with steps.
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