Surin Islands Day Trip by Speedboat from Phuket & Khao Lak

Surin Islands Day Trip Snorkeling

Season: October 16th – May

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Surin Islands National Park, one of Thailand’s most pristine marine sanctuaries. Open seasonally from October 16th to May, this is your chance to explore crystal-clear waters, colorful coral reefs, and incredible marine life just waiting to be discovered.

The best way to experience the Surin Islands from Phuket is on our full-day sightseeing and snorkeling speedboat tour. Departing daily, this trip takes you to the top snorkeling spots in the Surin Marine National Park, where you can swim with tropical fish, relax on white sandy beaches, and enjoy the natural beauty of the Andaman Sea.

The Surin Islands are surrounded by tropical water that has temperatures of 30 degrees and underwater visibility of 20 meters, making these Islands highly appealing places for snorkelers. The Surin Islands provide a rich marine underwater world full of various colorful corals and marine life that includes tropical fish, parrotfish, clownfish, turtles, dolphins, and much more.

Reach for The Surin Islands tour if staying in Phuket; everyone who visits is fascinated by this paradise island world, the gently eroded large granite rock formations, and the glistening, white sandy beach not to be seen anywhere else in Thailand.

At the top, the picturesque Honeymoon Bay, surrounded by huge tropical coconut and palm trees, makes time stand still. Now, if you left your camera in your hotel room, you will be kicking yourself, as the climb to Sail Rock rewards photographers with stunning views and fantastic photo opportunities.
Stay overnight, and the sunsets are amazing.

Why are Surin Islands Closed

The islands are part of a national marine park that’s a protected environment. These are closed due to the westerly monsoon, making it very difficult to visit, as the ocean can have large waves

When are the Surin Islands open to the Public?

The island opens mid-October to early May when it closes again due to the westerly Monsoon.

How to get to the Surin Islands

Departures and Local pick-up times in Phuket are at 6:30 am. On this trip we will visit two different islands and make two snorkel stops.

Each snorkel stop has a length of about 30-45 min. For safety reasons, we leave the Surin Islands at about 15:30 o’clock, and you may expect to return to your hotel in Phuket 6:30 pm -7:30 pm.

Surin Islands Tour from Phuket includes:

• Round-trip transfer by air-conditioned minibus from Phuket to Khao Lak
• Snorkeling gear, Mask, Snorkel, Life jacket
• Soft drinks and Fresh fruit served on board
• Lunch (Thai food set; vegetarian food or Halal food are available on request)
• National Park Fee & Government tax
• English-speaking tour guide
• Accident insurance ( The insurance does not cover your personal belongings)
• Late return meal served prior to returning transfers

What to take to the Surin

Swimming suits, Shorts & light T-shirt – Good shoes are also needed in order to climb up to Sail Rock.
Beach towel, Sun cream protection, Sun cap, Sunglasses
Small dry bag, camera, some money

Want to stay on a longer trip? Check out the 2 day 1 Nights Surin Islands snorkeling overnight 

We also have Similan Islands 2-day, 1-night snorkeling trip; sleep on the boat

 Please read this important safety concern which highlights matters of personal safety

This speedboat trip is suitable for age 4 years up to 60 years. However, this trip is not available for a child under 1 year, pregnant women, or women who may be trying to become pregnant.

This trip is not suitable for any person with spinal, back, or neck problems.

The highlights of the trip are Snorkeling and swimming, and we must recommend that you wear a life jacket at all times while you are in the water. The trip also involves walking on the island and sightseeing.

The tour itineraries can be changed depending on the local weather conditions. It’s 
will be decided by the tour leader and boat captain on your trip.

Our policy & cancellation

All payments are normally made in full 1 month in advance prior to departure via the website using PayPal in order to receive discounted rates, payable online via our website using any credit/debit card.

100% refund back into your account within 12 hours for any trip that is canceled… eg if the trip is canceled due to Bad weather – we don’t take any money when Mother Nature stops the trip

If you cancel 48 hours before departure, we refund 100%. We must be notified in writing 48 hours prior to the departure time via email, followed up by a phone call from you to 0870225356.

If any trips are canceled 24 hours before departure by the customer (6 am the day before travel) about Sickness or Personal reasons 70 % refund of the trip price we must be notified in writing 48 hours before the departure time via email, followed up by a phone call from you to 0870225356

If canceled by Customers less than 24 hours prior to day trip departure, or in the case of an early morning no-show by customers on any day trip due to Sickness or any personal reasons whatsoever – regrettably, we cannot offer a last-minute refund. We will charge 100% of the full day trip prices

Please read this regarding your personal safety while snorkeling

This Surin island day trip speedboat trip is suitable for ages 4 years up to 60 years. However, this trip is not available for a child under 1 year, pregnant women, or women who may be trying to become pregnant. This trip is not suitable for any person with spinal, back or neck problems. The highlights of the trip are Snorkeling and swimming, and we must recommend that you wear a life jacket at all times while you are in the water. The trip also involves walking on the island and sightseeing.

If you have any questions regarding visiting the amazing island, just send us a short message and a member of staff will get back to you.