PROGRAME : SIMILAN ISLAND DAY TRIP
PRICE: 2,800 THB /ADULT
2,100 THB/CHILDREN(4-11YEARS)
PREVIEW
Established as a national park in 1982, Similan Islands are an archipelago of 11 islands in the Andaman Sea, 70 km off the coast in Phang Nga Province. The park covers an area of 140 km² of which 26 km² island.
With a rich marine life consisting of hard and soft coral reefs, crystal clear waters and white beaches, Similan Islands are considered to be one of the best diving sites in the world. The main characteristics of the islands are the rock formations which consist of huge boulders, shallow waters and dense tropical forests.
The nearest popular towns on the mainland are Khao Lak and Phuket, the nearest pier is Thap Lamu Pier south of Khao Lak.
The rainy season is from May to October with the most rainfall in June to September. The rest of the year is quite dry, very little rain from December to March.
Islands
"Similan" is a Yawi (a Malayan dialect) word which means nine. The park had originally nine islands numbered 1 to 9 but expanded to include two more remote islands back in 1998; Ko Tachai and Ko Bon. Although each island has a name they can be referred to with numbers.
The islands are; Ko Hu Yong (#1), Ko Payang (#2), Ko Payan (#3), Ko Miang (#4), Ko Ha (#5), Ko Payu (#6), Ko Hin Pousar (#7), Ko Similan (#8), Ko Bangu (#9), Ko Bon (#10, also known as Ko Talu), Ko Tachai (#11).
The two main islands are Ko Miang and Ko Similan.
Program/ (Description)
08.00: Get ready- Check in at the private pier(Tablamu). Enjoy warm bread, tea and coffee as you receive a briefing from our beloved eco- alert tour guide.
09.00: Let's start- Hop on our first- class speed boat and head for Similan Island.
10.00: Donald Duck Bay Similan Island (Island No.8- Let's do some hiking to the famous symbolic Sail-Rock for some amazing scenery and worth a 100+likes instagram shot. After the hike, white sandy beach is perfect for relaxing, swimming and sunbathing for beautiful sun-kissed skin.
11.00: 1st snorkeling spot at Ba Ngu Island(Island number 9)-It's snorkeling time Let's explore the breathtaking Coral Bay, the best place to see all difference kinds of fish in a colorful underwater world.
12.00: Lunch time-Enjoy a home cooked delicious Thai Lunch buffet with chicken and fresh fruits on Thailand's most beautiful white sandy beach.
13.00: 2nd snorkeling sport- Next station, finding Nemo! Depart for the 2nd snorkeling point at Payu Island (Island No.7) where sea turtles and clown fish (Nemo)are often sighted.
14.00: Take a rest at Mieng Island(Island No.4)- Head to the gorgeous beach of the Honeymoon Bay & Princess Bay for more scenic photos and relaxing time.
15.15: Time to say Goodbye- Heading back from Similan Island to our private pier.
16.30: Back to the hotel- Arrive safely at the pier and get on the transfer back to the hotel molwith a backpack full of wonderful memories, salty hair and new tan skin.
Please note!!!
*For your safety, the daily program can be changed without prior notice due to the weather and sea conditions.
*Cancellation & No show one day notices are required any cancellation less then one day will incur 50% cancellation fee and a full charge will be imposed for no show.
*Children aged between 4-11 years old are charged a child's rate.
*Special Consideration infant under 1 year old, elderly over 60 years old, and pet are not allow to join excursion Guest, who has high blood pressure, heart disease, pregnant women, asthma, and bone disease or orthopedic is not allow to join this excursion in case if customer has allergic of food please notice company know prior traveling date.
*Copy of customer's passport or ID card is required for Similan Program.
*Pick up time who stay in Phuket at 06.00am. Stay in Khaolak at 07.15am.