Khai Islands Snorkelling Speedboat Tour from Phuket
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Overview
The Khai Islands lie only a fifteen-minute speedboat ride from Chalong Bay, and this tour lets you spend a relaxed day snorkelling in clear water and resting on white beaches. The default option is the full-day tour with shared hotel transfer, lunch, snorkelling set, life jackets, soft drinks and fruit; half-day morning and afternoon options and pier meeting points are also available. It is a gentle, family-friendly trip for couples, children and seniors.
Highlights
- Reach three Khai islands in about 15 minutes by speedboat
- Snorkel in clear water with the equipment provided
- Relax on quiet white-sand beaches
- Choose full-day, morning or afternoon half-day options
- Lunch on the full-day tour, plus soft drinks and fruit
- Shared hotel transfer in the default option
Full Description
The Khai Islands near Phuket
The Khai Islands, made up of Khai Nok, Khai Nai and Khai Nui, sit just off Phuket's southeast coast, about fifteen minutes by speedboat from Chalong Bay. They are small, green islets with white sand and water in shades of turquoise, and they are far calmer than Phuket's west-coast beaches. A Khai Islands tour from Phuket is one of the simplest ways to enjoy an island beach without a long boat ride.
Speedboats leave from Roong Siam Pier in Chalong. The short crossing means more time on the sand and in the water, and the islands work equally well as a half-day or full-day outing. If you ask which Khai island is best, Khai Nok is known for its beach and reef and Khai Nui for calm swimming water.
Snorkelling around the reefs
Snorkelling is the main activity, and all equipment is included: mask, snorkel and a life jacket, so you can swim comfortably even if you are not confident. Clear, shallow water lets you see colourful fish and corals a short distance from the beach, and the guide gives a quick briefing on safe snorkelling.
Khai Islands snorkelling suits first-timers and children because the water is gentle and easy to enter. Visibility varies by day and season, and the sea is calmest from November to April. Bring a rash guard and reef-safe sunscreen to protect your skin and the corals.
Beach time, meals and the shared transfer
Between snorkelling sessions there is plenty of time to lounge on the sand, swim or walk along the shoreline. Soft drinks, water and fruit are provided, and the full-day option also includes lunch. On the last island, watermelon and pineapple are offered as a refreshing finish.
The default option includes a shared hotel transfer, so you are collected from your Phuket hotel and returned after the trip. If you prefer to go straight to the pier, choose a pier-meeting option. Some more distant hotel areas may involve a small transfer surcharge payable in cash on the day, which your booking confirmation will explain.
Full-day, morning or afternoon: which to choose
The full-day option gives the most beach time and includes lunch, so it is ideal if you want a peaceful day and do not want to rush. Morning half-day tours are cooler and have fewer crowds, while afternoon tours suit late risers and give warm light for photos.
Many visitors ask about the best time to visit the Khai Islands. Early morning generally has calmer water and smaller crowds, and the dry season is the most reliable. All options include the same basic snorkelling, but only the full-day tour includes lunch, so choose the one that matches your plans.
Itinerary
- Hotel pickup or pier check-inBe collected from your hotel in the default option, or check in at Roong Siam Pier for the pier options.
- Speedboat to the Khai IslandsA quick crossing of about fifteen minutes from Chalong Bay.
- Snorkelling and beach timeSnorkel over the reef with the provided kit, then relax on the sand.
- Lunch (full-day option)Enjoy lunch on the full-day tour, with soft drinks and fruit.
- Second islandMove to another Khai island for more swimming and beach time.
- Return to the pier and hotelSpeedboat back to Chalong and transfer to your hotel where included.
What's included
- English-speaking tour guide
- Speedboat trip to the Khai Islands
- Snorkelling set (mask and snorkel)
- Life jackets
- Island entrance fees
- Soft drinks and drinking water
- Fresh fruit (watermelon and pineapple) on the last island
- Light snacks and hot drinks in the morning
- Accident insurance
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Optional fin hire
- Optional beach chair rental on the island
- Activities offered by local vendors on the islands
- Hotel transfer
- Lunch
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 4–11
- Travellers without a car — hotel pickup is included
- A half-day plan — about 4 hours
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
Not suitable for
- Travellers who cannot swim or are afraid of open water, unless they stay on the beach
- Wheelchair users, because the boat and beach landings are uneven
- Anyone prone to severe seasickness
Meeting point
In the default option we collect you from your hotel in the Patong, Kata, Karon, Old Town and Chalong areas with a shared transfer, at the pickup window confirmed by email. Pier options meet at Roong Siam Pier in Chalong, with check-in at the time shown for your chosen tour, and free parking is available there. Hotels in some outer areas may need a small cash surcharge, as noted in the booking panel.
Important information
- Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat and a change of clothes
- Motion sickness medicine is provided, and tablets are useful for sensitive travellers
- Optional fins and beach chairs are available for extra fees on the island
- Island entrance fees are included
- Watch belongings on the beach and keep valuables minimal
- Sea conditions may change the programme or island order
- Hotel transfers need same-area pickup and drop-off
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Khai Islands tour cost?
The price depends on the option you choose: full-day or half-day, with hotel transfer or at the pier. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for adults, children and infants.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes in the default full-day option with shared hotel transfer. Other options are for meeting at the pier, so read the details of the one you select.
How long is the tour?
The full-day option is about eight hours and the half-day options are about four hours.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is included on the full-day tour. Half-day tours include drinks and fruit but not a full lunch.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. Children aged four and older can use life jackets, and infants up to three years are counted separately.
What should I wear and bring?
Swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat and a change of clothes. Snorkelling kit and life jackets are provided.
What is the difference between the options?
The options differ by full-day or half-day, morning or afternoon, and hotel transfer or meeting at the pier. Lunch is only on the full-day tour.
Do I need to know how to swim to snorkel?
Not necessarily. Life jackets are provided, and staff assist first-timers, but stay within your comfort level.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Often yes. Choose your date in the booking panel to see current availability for each option.
Are the Khai Islands worth visiting from Phuket?
Yes, they are quick to reach, calm and clear, and much quieter than many mainland beaches.
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