Turquoise bay, white-sand beach and granite rocks at the Similan Islands, photographed on the Early Bird trip.

EARLY BIRD · BEAT THE CROWDS

Early Bird Similan Islands Day Trip

From Phuket & Khao Lak · 15 Oct–15 May

Adults ฿4,600
Children 4–12: ฿3,600

  • Very Early Hotel Pickup
  • Visit Donald Duck Bay and Sail Rock
  • Snorkel the Coral Reefs
  • Return Hotel Transfers
  • Breakfast & Lunch
  • National Park Fees

The Early Start That Puts You Ahead of the Crowds

White-sand Similan Islands beach and turquoise water framed by tropical leaves.

Your day begins with a very early hotel pickup in Phuket or Khao Lak and a transfer to the private departure pier near Khao Lak. After a light breakfast, check-in and a trip briefing, the speedboat leaves at around 07:00 for the Similan Islands. The earlier crossing is designed to reach Koh Similan and Donald Duck Bay before the main daytime rush. Enjoy the white-sand beach, swim in clear water and, if conditions allow, climb to the Sail Rock viewpoint.

The day also includes two guided snorkelling sessions, lunch around Koh Miang, time at Honeymoon Bay and Princess Bay, and a return to the pier at approximately 16:00.

Early Bird Day Trip Schedule

An earlier start, two snorkelling stops and time on both Koh Similan and Koh Miang.

Early Bird guests snorkelling with a guide and flotation aid in clear water beside Similan granite rocks.
Clownfish sheltering among anemones on a Similan Islands coral reef.

04:00–05:00

Very Early Hotel Pickup

Pickup begins earlier in Phuket and later in Khao Lak. Your exact time depends on your hotel and is confirmed after booking.

Before departure

Pier Check-In & Light Breakfast

Meet the guide, check in and prepare your snorkelling equipment at Baan Nam Khem Pier. Your exact check-in time is confirmed for your booking.

07:00

Depart for the Similan Islands

Board the speedboat for the early crossing to the national park.

Morning

Donald Duck Bay & Sail Rock

Arrive at Koh Similan for beach time, swimming and the viewpoint walk when conditions permit.

Morning

First Snorkelling Stop

Join a guided snorkel above a coral reef with tropical marine life.

Midday

Lunch at Koh Miang

Enjoy lunch around Honeymoon Bay, followed by time to swim and relax at Princess Bay.

Afternoon

Second Snorkelling Stop

Explore another reef selected for the day’s sea and weather conditions.

16:00

Pier Return & Hotel Transfer

Return to the pier for refreshments, then continue by minivan to your hotel.

Your Early Bird day, at a glance

Trip prices

Adult
฿4,600 per person

Children aged 4–12
฿3,600 per child

Infants aged 0–3 are not accepted on this speedboat trip for safety reasons.

What is included

What to bring

Early Bird Similan Islands FAQs

Tell us your preferred date, number of adults and children, and hotel. We will check availability and help you plan your trip.

Check Early Bird availability before payment.

Cancellations made more than two days before your trip date receive a refund of the amount paid, less a ฿500 per-person administrative and bank charge fee.

Cancellations within two days of your trip date, or no-shows, are non-refundable.

The Early Bird speedboat fleet includes two boat sizes.

Two-engine speedboat: Maximum 20 guests, plus crew. Licensed for 25 guests, plus crew.

Three-engine speedboat: Maximum 32 guests, plus crew. Licensed for 45 guests, plus crew.

We use either boat depending on how many guests are booked for the day, with the smaller boat used for smaller groups. Bookings can change up to the evening before, so the boat is selected closer to departure.

The early departure helps you reach Donald Duck Bay before the main daytime rush, so you can enjoy the white-sand beach, turquoise water and Sail Rock views at the start of your island adventure.

The trip operates daily during the national-park season, from 15 October to 15 May. Each requested date is checked before payment.

Enjoy an early arrival at Donald Duck Bay, two guided coral-reef snorkels and time on both Koh Similan and Koh Miang. Return hotel transfers, breakfast, lunch, snorkelling equipment and national-park fees are included, so you can focus on enjoying your island day.

Yes, return hotel transfers from Phuket or Khao Lak are included in the cost. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.

The child price applies to ages 4–12. Children aged 0–3 are not accepted for safety reasons.

The operating terms accept guests aged 4–75. The trip is not suitable during pregnancy and is not recommended for guests with serious back, heart or other health conditions. Tell us before booking about any mobility or medical concerns.

No. The route, snorkelling sites and visit order may change because of weather, sea conditions, tides, national-park instructions or safety requirements.

Guests may enjoy the beaches and sightseeing without snorkelling. Anyone entering the water should be comfortable in open water, wear the provided flotation equipment and follow the guide’s instructions.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free lunches are available on request. Please tell us your dietary requirements when booking.

Yes, there is a toilet on the speedboat.

The Early Bird Similan Islands trip departs from Baan Nam Khem Pier in Phang Nga, north of Khao Lak.

Return hotel transfers from Phuket or Khao Lak are included and bring you to the pier for check-in, a light breakfast and the trip briefing before the speedboat leaves at around 07:00.

If you plan to make your own way to the pier, please tell us when booking so we can confirm your meeting point and check-in time.

View Baan Nam Khem Pier on Google Maps.

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