Similan Islands Day Trip
Thursdays and Fridays
฿7,800 Per Person
- Open Water: Private Guide Required
- National Park Fees Included
- Rental Scuba Equipment
- Breakfast & Lunch
- Two Open Water Dives
- Small Dive Groups
- Free Return Transfers: Every Phuket Hotel
- Phuket + Khao Lak
Day Trip Schedule
06:00
Phuket hotel pick up
08:30
Arrive at Thap Lamu Pier and join the speedboat transfer
10.00
Arrive at the liveaboard - boat briefing
10:30
1st dive of the day at the Similan Islands
12:00
Freshly cooked lunch onboard
14:00
2nd dive of the day at the Similan Islands
15:30
Join the speedboat back to the mainland
17:00
Arrive at Thap Lamu Pier
19:00
Arrive back at your hotel
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I place a reservation?
Message us on WhatsApp or via the Contact Us page, and we will do an availability check for you.
Do I need scuba-diving insurance?
Thailand Divers requires all certified divers joining scuba day trips, liveaboards or courses for certified divers to have their own suitable scuba-diving insurance before diving. This includes Refresher, Advanced Open Water, Nitrox and Deep Diver courses. Insurance is not included in these bookings.
Your existing travel insurance or personal dive insurance is acceptable if it covers your planned scuba diving in Thailand, including the activities, maximum depth and all dive dates, with cover for dive-accident medical treatment, emergency evacuation and recompression chamber treatment. Check eligibility, limits and exclusions with your insurer and bring confirmation of cover.
If you already have suitable cover, you do not need to buy another policy. If you need cover, see our scuba insurance guide and DAN short-term option. Check the policy before purchasing.
Scuba-diving accident cover is included for Discover Scuba Diving, Explore Scuba and Open Water students during their booked course, subject to eligibility and policy terms. These students do not need to arrange separate scuba cover for those course activities. This does not replace travel insurance or cover later certified fun dives.
Can Non-Divers join the trip?
No: I am afraid that there are no suitable snorkelling locations at this destination.
Special Dietary Requirements?
Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal or Gluten Free, please inform us when booking if you require one of these options.
While we may not be able to accommodate every requirement please let us know in advance and we’ll make every effort to ensure there is food available for you.
In addition, we can help you store your own food on the boat if required.
I have my own scuba equipment is there a discount?
Yes:
If you are bringing your own scuba gear then we will discount the trip by 500 Thailand Baht.
Do you have DIN adapters?
Yes:
If you are bringing your own regulators and need a DIN adapter then these are 100 Thailand Baht per day to rent.
Can I have a private divemaster?
Yes. Open Water certified divers can join with a private divemaster guide at an additional ฿2,500 per guide per day. One private guide can accompany up to two Open Water divers. Advanced Open Water divers and above can join the standard guided group or book a private guide at the same daily rate.
Please request your private guide when booking so we can confirm availability and a dive plan suited to your certification and experience.
Cancellations and Refunds
We understand that sometimes things come up and you may need to reschedule your booking. We will do our best to accommodate your request and move your booking to a different date if possible. However, if this is not possible, we will issue you a refund according to the following policy:
- For cancellations made more than 14 days in advance of your booking date, you will receive a FULL REFUND minus a ฿1,500 per person.
- For cancellations made within 14 days of your booking date, NO REFUND will be issued.
- If we have to cancel your trip due to poor weather conditions a FULL REFUND will be issued.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Can Open Water Certified divers go on the day trip?
Yes. Open Water certified divers can join with a private divemaster guide at an additional ฿2,500 per guide per day. One private guide can accompany up to two Open Water divers. Advanced Open Water divers and above can join the standard guided group or book a private guide at the same daily rate.
Please request your private guide when booking so we can confirm availability and a dive plan suited to your certification and experience.
What is the weekly dive schedule?
2026–2027 day-trip schedule
28 October 2026 – 12 May 2027
Swipe across the table to see all dives.
| Day | Pier | Dive 1 | Dive 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Namkhem | Richelieu Rock | Richelieu Rock |
| Monday | Namkhem | Pakkard Bay | Turtle Bay |
| Tuesday | Namkhem | Richelieu Rock | Richelieu Rock |
| Wednesday | Taplamu | Koh Bon | Koh Bon |
| Thursday | Taplamu | Stonehenge | West of Eden |
| Friday | Taplamu | Three Trees | North Point |
| Saturday | Namkhem | Tachai Reef or Tachai Pinnacle | Tachai Pinnacle |
Dive sites may change due to weather, sea conditions and safety requirements.
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Similan Islands Day Trip
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Is your cover ready?
Certified divers need their own suitable scuba-diving insurance for our day trips, liveaboards and certified-diver courses. Existing travel or dive insurance is acceptable if it covers your planned dives. If you need cover, explore DAN’s short-term option.
Check the policy’s eligibility, dates, activities, depth limits and exclusions before buying. Advertisement: Thailand Divers may receive a referral benefit from DAN.
