Koh Tao and Nangyuan Snorkeling Tour with Lunch Koh Samui
- Duration7.5 hours
- Daily
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- Pickup available
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Overview
This full-day guided boat trip takes you from Koh Samui to Koh Tao and the little island of Koh Nangyuan, one of the best snorkeling areas in the Gulf of Thailand. You swim above coral reefs with a life jacket and mask supplied, walk up to a viewpoint over the sandbar that joins the islets, and eat a Thai buffet lunch. Hotel transfers, a light breakfast, fruit, drinks, guide and basic accident insurance are included. It suits families, couples and first-time snorkelers.
Highlights
- Snorkeling above coral reefs around Koh Tao and Koh Nangyuan
- Short walk up to the Koh Nangyuan viewpoint over the sandbar
- Light breakfast and Thai-style buffet lunch included
- Snorkeling equipment, life jacket, towel and first aid kit provided
- Hotel return transfer and guide included
- About 7.5 hours door to door, with a 9:00 AM start
- Child, infant and senior categories available
Full Description
Koh Tao, the Turtle Island
Koh Tao is a small island in the Gulf of Thailand, whose name means Turtle Island. It is famous worldwide for scuba diving and snorkeling, thanks to warm, clear water, shallow coral gardens and a lot of tropical fish close to shore. A snorkeling day trip from Koh Samui to Koh Tao is the easiest way to see it without changing hotels.
Your guide chooses the swimming spots according to sea conditions, so the exact bays can change from day to day. The calmest and clearest water is usually in the drier months early in the year, and rougher seas in the wetter months can change the plan. Bring a rash vest or a long-sleeved top if you burn easily.
Koh Nangyuan, three islets joined by a sandbar
Koh Nangyuan lies just off the northwest coast of Koh Tao and is made of three small islets tied together by a narrow strip of white sand. It is one of the most photographed views in the Gulf of Thailand. A short hike leads to a viewpoint above the sandbar, where you get the picture everyone comes for, and the water around the rocks is a popular place to snorkel.
The Ko Nang Yuan entry fee is not part of the tour price. It is paid in cash directly to staff on the day, so keep some cash with you. Is Koh Nangyuan worth visiting? Yes, especially early in the day, when there are fewer people, and it fits well into a full day of snorkeling.
Snorkeling, breakfast and lunch on the trip
Everything you need for the water is supplied: mask and snorkel, a life jacket, a refreshing towel and a first aid kit on board. Guides look after beginners and children, and the life jacket lets you float comfortably while you watch the reefs. Tell the crew if you cannot swim, so they can keep an eye on you.
Food is included too: a light breakfast, then a Thai-style buffet lunch, plus drinking water, a soft drink and seasonal fruit. Basic accident insurance is part of the tour, which makes this Koh Tao snorkeling tour simple to book as a full day out with no extra planning.
Hotel transfers and timing from Koh Samui
Your day starts with a hotel pickup in your area of Koh Samui, with the start time shown in the booking panel; the current start is in the morning at around 9:00 AM. Plan for about seven and a half hours in total, including the transfer to the pier and the boat journey to Koh Tao and back.
If you are wondering how to get to Koh Tao from Koh Samui for a day trip, this is the most straightforward way: transport, boat, lunch and guide are in one booking. Wear swimwear under your clothes and bring sunscreen, a hat and a dry change.
Itinerary
- Hotel pickupYou are collected from your hotel in Koh Samui and taken to the pier, and a light breakfast is included in your day.
- Boat journeyYou cross the sea to Koh Tao with your guide, who explains the plan for the day.
- Snorkeling around Koh TaoYou swim above coral reefs at spots chosen by the crew, with mask, snorkel and life jacket.
- Thai buffet lunchA Thai-style buffet lunch is served with drinking water, a soft drink and seasonal fruit.
- Koh NangyuanYou explore the island, walk up to the viewpoint over the sandbar and snorkel around the rocks; the entry fee is paid in cash on the day.
- Return to Koh SamuiThe boat returns to Samui and you are driven back to your hotel, about 7.5 hours after departure.
What's included
- Hotel return transfer
- Guide
- Light breakfast and Thai-style buffet lunch
- Drinking water, soft drink and seasonal fruits
- Snorkeling equipment and life jacket
- Refreshing towel and first aid kit
- Basic accident insurance
Not included
- Ko Nang Yuan entry fee (paid in cash directly to staff on the day)
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 4–10
- Travellers without a car — hotel pickup is included
- Food lovers
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
Not suitable for
- Anyone who is uncomfortable on boats or in open water
- People with serious heart or breathing problems
- Travellers who cannot manage a short walk up to the viewpoint
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is included from your area of Koh Samui. Choose your date in the booking panel and give your hotel name when you book; we confirm the exact pickup time before your date. The current departure time in the booking panel is in the morning.
Important information
- Bring swimwear, a towel or dry change of clothes, sunscreen and a hat
- The Ko Nang Yuan entry fee is paid in cash directly to staff on the day
- Wear reef-friendly sunscreen and do not touch the coral
- Bring cash for the entry fee and personal purchases
- Sea conditions can change the swimming spots and the timing
- Tell the crew if you cannot swim or have health concerns
- Age categories: adult 11 to 64, child 4 to 10, infant 0 to 3 and senior 65 and over
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Koh Tao and Nangyuan snorkeling tour cost?
The price depends on the number of guests and their age category. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for adults and children. The Ko Nang Yuan entry fee is paid separately in cash on the day.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, hotel return transfer is included from your area of Koh Samui.
How long is the tour?
About 7.5 hours in total, with the trip starting in the morning.
Is the snorkeling tour suitable for children?
Yes. There is a child category for ages 4 to 10 and an infant category for ages 0 to 3, and life jackets are provided. Parents should stay close to young children in the water.
What should I wear and bring?
Swimwear, a towel or a change of clothes, sunscreen, a hat and some cash for the Nang Yuan entry fee.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Pick your date in the booking panel. If it does not appear, message us on WhatsApp and we will check availability for you.
Is lunch included?
Yes. A light breakfast and a Thai-style buffet lunch are included, together with drinking water, a soft drink and seasonal fruit.
Can I join if I cannot swim?
Life jackets are provided and the guides look after beginners. Tell the crew when you board so they can watch over you in the water.
Is Koh Nangyuan worth visiting?
Yes. Its sandbar viewpoint, clear water and coral make it one of the highlights of snorkeling in the Gulf of Thailand.
Do I need to pay anything on the island?
Yes, the Ko Nang Yuan entry fee is paid in cash directly to staff on the day and is not included in the booking.
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