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Overview
Head to the Surin Islands for excellent snorkeling and a visit to a Moken village on this full-day tour from Khao Lak. You’ll go snorkeling at two destinations where you can view some of the lush marine life of Thailand. You’ll also take a nature walk on a picturesque island, and stop at a village of the Moken people, an ethnic minority that has traditionally lived in close contact with the ocean.
Operated by
I Asia Thailand
Ratings & Reviews
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Moana and the Surin Team are amazing!
Darlene_B, Mar 2025
The crew of our boat, with Moana as the host, was fantastic!! They did a great job all day! What an awesome experience- hotel pick up, 3 meals, snacks and really cool snorkeling ????
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Dear Darlene, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience on your Surin Islands snorkeling trip. It’s great to know that Moana and the crew made your day so enjoyable with their excellent service. From hotel pick-up to delicious meals and fantastic snorkeling spots, we’re glad everything met your expectations. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Beautiful!
Cecilia O, Feb 2025
Well organized. Knowledgeable and fun guides. Moana is a star! We visited an incredibly beautiful paradise beach and three fantastic places to snorkel with very beautiful to see! Really like swimming in an aquarium! Highly recommended!
Price too high look for other options
Fabrizio_F, Jan 2024
I visited the Surin Islands from Phuket on 2nd January with SeaTrip while the excursion is sold here from an agency. The best part of the excursion was the snorkeling and the beauty of the places. The water was clear and I saw many colorful fish and corals. The islands were stunning and peaceful. However, I was very disappointed by some aspects of the excursion. First of all, the excursion was advertised as a small group of 15 people(is what I paid), but in reality there were more than 40 people on the boat. It felt crowded and noisy. Second, the price was too high for the offer. I paid 125 euros x pers, while I saw other excursions on Viator with the same company for 80 euros(also other italians on the boat told me they paid 80). I felt cheated and overcharged. Third, the driver was late for more than 20 minutes, which made us lose time and patience. Fourth, we spent more time in the car than on the islands. The road was long and bumpy, and we only had a few hours to enjoy the islands. Fifth, one of the snorkeling spots had a very strong current, which made it hard to swim and see anything. It was not enjoyable at all. Also the program changed as the excursion initiated 1 hour later as advertised. Overall, I would not recommend this excursion to anyone. It was not worth the money or the time. There are better options to visit the Surin Islands from Phuket. As a final overall consideration I find asking for tips so brazenly very inelegant.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Dear Fabrizio, Thanks for your review and here are my comments. The tour is advertised as 40 people, i have checked and this is correct. We are confused with your comments about the high price, why did you book this? There are other Surin Island Tours which are cheaper and more expensive BUT most importantly, they are not the same, ie some do not offer lunch, we do etc. I am sure you agree we cant be held liable for the bumpiness of the road or the current of the seas. However we are puzzled why you have said nothing to the guide on the day, have emailed the company with your dissatisfaction? The guide can assist you on the spot, and could have sent you back if you did not enjoy this as per your review. I am sorry you did not enjoy the day out, Regards, Paul
Wonderful trip
mmjones59, Mar 2020
Really enjoyed this trip. 3 snorkeling stops where we saw loads of beautiful fish. Also visited 2 beaches and had lunch at one of them. When back on the boat we were continually provided with drinks (water or Coke) and lots of fruit. Crew were so informative and cheerful. Bonus of trip was that the captain spotted a whale on the trip back to the pier. He stopped the boat so that we could all see if the whale resurfaced. After a few minutes it did and we now have a lovely memory of seeing a Beluga Whale in its natural habitat. Wonderful. Tip: this trip can be purchased at many tour stalls and shops and will be hugely discounted from the price shown on the pamphlet and the price quoted by hotel / or your holiday company. Shop around. We paid £50 less than the pamphlet price.
Response from Host, Mar 2020
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a nice review. It's only when we receive such positive feedback, do we rest knowing that we have done our jobs well. Thanks again, Nick
Itinerary
Surin Beach
Reach the scenic Nemo Bay at Surin Islands where you can sunbathe on the white sand beach or take a dip in the shallow waters of the shore. Delve into an underwater world teeming with colorful fishes and discover the region's diverse marine life on your first snorkeling session of the day
3 hoursGo on a cultural side trip to Moken Village where you will get to meet the Austronesian-speaking Moken tribe and immerse yourself in the tribe's ocean-based way of life.
45 minutesCap off your experience with one last snorkeling adventure at some of the best locations in the region including Mae Yai Bay and Turtle Bay.
2 hours
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Three long snorkeling stops in crystal-clear waters
- 3 meals, drinks, snacks and fruit
- Refreshments
- Life-jacket, Fin and Towel
- Visit to Mokun village
- Full Snorkeling Equipment (mask, snorkel and fins)
- National Park Fee
- Soft drink, tea, coffee and snack
- Return Phuket Hotel by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour led by an English Speaking Guide.
- Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Pregnant women, persons under 2 years and persons over 75years are not permitted to join tour
- Infants 2 - 3 years are complimentary.
- If you have a heart condition, high blood pressure or congenital disease you should not participate
- If you have back, neck, lower back, joint, or muscular problems, you should carefully consider whether to participate
- Hotel pick up may be 30-60 minutes prior to tour Start time/Departure time (depending on hotel location in Phuket). Transfer times are not included in the Tour Duration time
- As this is an early morning tour, the Operator cannot delay the departure time. Please ensure you are waiting in hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to pickup time as driver cannot wait if you're late
- Weather and sea conditions determine whether the tour operates.
- The Company will not be held responsible for any changes made to the program due to the weather, tide level, sea conditions, accident, or any other reason that may modify the program. These changes are made for the safety and comfort of all guests and no refunds can be given. The Supplier reserves the right to cancel any trip in case of bad weather
Guide Languages
English
Thai
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.