Snorkel Tour to Surin Islands by Siam Adventure World from Khao Lak
Authentic sea adventure to the Moken sea gypsies
Make your dreams come true and escape to the 5 unspoiled paradise islands in the Mu Koh Surin National Park on a snorkel tour from Khao Lak by Siam Adventure World. Discover the natural way of life of the Moken sea gypsies and get into the somewhat cooling water at Surin Islands to gaze at Moorish idols, sea bass, cuttlefish and clownfish.
Highlights
- Snorkel in the pristine bay of Mae Yai
- Cruise slowely past the Moken sea gypsy village
- Swim over the coral reef in Mai Ngam Bay
- Leisure time at Mai Ngam Beach
- Shark watching (between January and April)
What can you expect
This unique day trip will bring you to the stunning Surin Islands with unspoilt reefs and healthy live coral away from the overcrowded tourist destinations. Surin National Marine Park was promoted to an Andaman Asian Heritage Site in 2004. Peaceful and tranquil wildlife can be found here including pig-tailed macaque, flying squirrels, lizards and sea eagles.
You will be picked up by minivan from your hotel in Khao Lak in the morning and meet the boat crew and guide of Siam Adventure World at the pier in Khao Lak. After enjoying a light breakfast, the captain of the speed boat will take you on an authentic sea adventure cruising past generous seascapes.
After less than 90 minutes you will arrive at the first gorgeous snorkel spot at Mae Yai Bay in Surin Island National Marine Park. Here you can see vibrant coral reefs and spot colourful fish hovering around their natural habitats in calm waters.
Then you will have the opportunity to cruise slowely past the Moken village while the guide will explain about the natural way of life of the 150 Moken nomads who have settled on Koh Surin Tai (Southern Surin Island) on a semi-permanent basis for several decades. They are also known as Chao Leh, which means 'The Sea People' in Thai, and 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.
Continue to Mai Ngam Beach for fun beach activities in the sun or some hiking along the 2-kilometre walking path. Then indulge in a delectable lunch buffet at the National Park canteen to fuel your energy for the next snorkeling sites.
After regaining energy, make your way to the breathtaking Chong Kad Channel or Ao Suthep depending on the tide. Jump into clean and clear turquoise waters brimming with magnificent underwater aqua life. After a lovely time, you say adieu to Surin Islands and return to the pier for transfers back to your accommodation in Khao Lak with happy smiles and an amazing story to tell your friends.
You will be picked up by minivan from your hotel in Khao Lak in the morning and meet the boat crew and guide of Siam Adventure World at the pier in Khao Lak. After enjoying a light breakfast, the captain of the speed boat will take you on an authentic sea adventure cruising past generous seascapes.
After less than 90 minutes you will arrive at the first gorgeous snorkel spot at Mae Yai Bay in Surin Island National Marine Park. Here you can see vibrant coral reefs and spot colourful fish hovering around their natural habitats in calm waters.
Then you will have the opportunity to cruise slowely past the Moken village while the guide will explain about the natural way of life of the 150 Moken nomads who have settled on Koh Surin Tai (Southern Surin Island) on a semi-permanent basis for several decades. They are also known as Chao Leh, which means 'The Sea People' in Thai, and 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.
Continue to Mai Ngam Beach for fun beach activities in the sun or some hiking along the 2-kilometre walking path. Then indulge in a delectable lunch buffet at the National Park canteen to fuel your energy for the next snorkeling sites.
After regaining energy, make your way to the breathtaking Chong Kad Channel or Ao Suthep depending on the tide. Jump into clean and clear turquoise waters brimming with magnificent underwater aqua life. After a lovely time, you say adieu to Surin Islands and return to the pier for transfers back to your accommodation in Khao Lak with happy smiles and an amazing story to tell your friends.
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To guarantee a booking, book no later than 14 hours before the scheduled departure.
During high season (November - April) and on National Thai Holidays, we advise that you book your trip as early as possible as seats sell out fast.
Due to bad weather or sea conditions the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund.
You can cancel your booking up to 4 days prior to your scheduled departure date and receive a refund for cost of the tour (if no other custom cancellation policy is stated under 'Important to Know'). Read our Terms & Conditions.
During high season (November - April) and on National Thai Holidays, we advise that you book your trip as early as possible as seats sell out fast.
Due to bad weather or sea conditions the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund.
You can cancel your booking up to 4 days prior to your scheduled departure date and receive a refund for cost of the tour (if no other custom cancellation policy is stated under 'Important to Know'). Read our Terms & Conditions.
- To start the tour you must show the ticket voucher on your mobile phone to the staff of Siam Adventure World.
- Get enough sleep the night before the trip.
- Bring a dry bag, towel, swimwear, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, flip flops and a camera.
- Speed boats carry passengers as close to the beach as they can so passengers can hop off and on easily.
- Wear flip flops in case there are shells or rocks on the sand and shorts rather than pants as the water level may be above the knees when hopping off/on the boat.
- This tour is not recommended for pregnant women, infants under 4 years, people over 70 years or people with back or neck problems.
- There is a minimum of 10 people required to run this tour! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.
- Hotel round trip transfer
- Light breakfast
- Drinking water, soft drinks, coffee, tea & fresh fruits
- Thai lunch at the park ranger station
- Snorkeling equipment
- Life jacket
- Professional English and German speaking guide
- Basic accident insurance
- National Park entrance fee
- 06:00 - 07:20: Hotel pickup in Khao Lak
- 07:20 - 07:30: Have a light breakfast at the pier
- 07:30 - 09:00: Depart from Bang Muang pier to Surin Island
- 09:00 - 10:00: Snorkel at Mae Yai Bay
- 10:00 - 10:15: Cruise slowly past Moken Village on Koh Surin Tai (Southern Surin Island)
- 10:15 - 11:15: Snorkeling in Sapparot Bay
- 11:15 - 12:15: Have lunch at the park ranger restaurant
- 12:15 - 13:15: Relax at Mai Ngam Bay
- 13:15 - 14:15: Snorkel at Ao Chong Kaad/Ao Suthep
- 14:15 - 15:30: Cruise back to the pier
- 15:30 - 16:30: Transfer back to the hotel
* The tour program is subject to change due to weather & sea conditions
Impressions
Pickup service by minivan in air-conditioned comfort
Depart from Siam Adventure World Pier in Bang Muang
Cruise aboard the Siam Adventure speed boat to Surin Islands
Hop on/off the boat in ankle-deep water
Relax at white sand beach of Ao Mae Yai
Snorkel at Ao Chong Khat
Slowely cruise past the Moken village on Surin Island
Meet the local sea gypsies
See how the local Moken catch fish
Swim over the coral reef in Mai Ngam Bay
Arrival at the Park Ranger Station of Mu Ko Surin National Park
Enjoy lunch at the park ranger canteen
Snorkel in crystal clear water in the Surin archipelago
Spot sea turtles at Surin Islands
