Stunning Koh Tao Full Day Snorkel Trip
Discover the beauty and diversity of Koh Tao and Koh Nangyuan with a visit to secluded bays on an amazing full day snorkel trip around the island of Koh Tao.
Amazing Marine Life
Collect lasting memories of the marine life, explore the huge diversity of coral reefs and swim in the warm, tropical blue sea.
The full day snorkel trip around Koh Tao is very popular, great value and a fantastic way to spend the day visiting at least five (5) of Koh Tao’s beautiful bays, including the world famous Koh Nangyuan island.
Why a Full Day Koh Tao Snorkel Trip is Great Value
The geographical location of Koh Tao and Koh Nangyuan near the equator ensures favourable weather conditions for most of the year.
Explore Bays
The full day snorkel trip is popular with groups, couples, adults and children as they offer a great way to experience the turquoise waters of Koh Tao in beautiful bays set against stunning jungle backdrops.
The guided snorkel trip is a cost effective way to travel around Koh Tao in a single day, stopping at each of the bays.
You can relax and enjoy the panoramic views, swim, snorkel, make new friends and enjoy lunch.
Schedule for All Inclusive Full Day Snorkel Trip on Koh Tao
The start time for the full day snorkel trip is approximately 09:30 am with a pick up from your resort or hotel and the boat departs from Mae Haad pier at approximately 10:15am.
Full Day Snorkel Itinerary
Resort or Hotel Pick up: 09:30am
- 5 snorkel stops (weather and time dependent)
- Safety Briefings
- 2 way transfer from your Hotel or resort
- English speaking snorkel guides
- All Snorkeling equipment included (mask & snorkel)
- Selection of Fresh Fruit
- Hot Lunch
- Tea, Coffee, Cold Water & Biscuits
- Life jackets for all customers
- Toilet on board
- Insurance
- Sun Deck available
- 850THB per person (+100THB Koh Nangyuan entrance fee – unless specified)
Resort & Hotel Return: 17:00pm
What you can see on a Full day Snorkel Trip on Koh Tao
The snorkeling areas in popular bays around Koh Tao are made up of sandy patches, granite rock boulders and a huge diversity of living coral reef.
You can see giant clams with fluorescent shells in porous coral formations that are sprinkled with multi-colored christmas tree worms.
It is a great opportunity to practice your underwater photography or videography skills.
Underwater Photography
The full day snorkel trip stops at 5 of Koh Tao’s most spectacular bays that are teeming with fish.
You can expect to see a wide range of species including parrotfish, butterfly fish, angelfish, damsels, unicorn fish, blue spotted rays, barracuda, trevally and if you are lucky baby black tip reef sharks and sea turtles.
Snorkel Adventure
A Full day snorkel trip is an increasingly popular way to combine snorkeling activity and sightseeing in the same day.
Koh Nangyuan Island Snorkel Experience
Koh Nangyuan is a picturesque tropical island located approximately 800 metres off the north west tip of Koh Tao.
The 3 small islands that make up Koh Nangyuan are linked by a large sandbar at low tide and provide snorkeling in 3 areas.
Safe Snorkeling
The water is safe, clear, warm and shallow with an abundance of marine life visible, so you can relax, swim and snorkel at your leisure.
Part of the Koh Nangyuan visitor experience includes an island specific mini-briefing so you understand what you can and cannot take onto this beautiful island.
Plastic bottles are not allowed and your bag will be checked for plastic, but you can leave any non essential items on the boat with any other belongings.
Stunning Viewpoint
Koh Nangyuan has a stunning viewpoint that you can hike up to for those memorable photographs and there is a café and restaurant available should you wish to buy any additional refreshments.
The full day snorkel trip provides you with approximately a 2 hour stop on the island, so you have lots of time to explore, relax and enjoy your visit.
Mango Bay Snorkel
Mango Bay is situated on the northern tip of Koh Tao and is a wide bay that opens out from a relatively small beach.
The centre of the bay has a large, white sandy floor and both sides of the bay are lined with a variety of coral reefs, teeming with tropical fish.
The water depth at Mango bay ranges from the shallows of the beach to approximately 16-24 metres within the confines of the bay.
The full day snorkel trip boat will moor up on the east side of Mango bay where customers can enter the water and make their way into the safe snorkel zone.
Lighthouse Bay Snorkel
Situated at the north eastern tip of Koh Tao, Lighthouse bay is a popular area for snorkeling and swimming.
Depending on the season and the weather, this small bay offers shelter, with calm, clear water and an abundance of species of marine life.
Reaching this bay by foot on land is not easy and requires an extensive hike through the jungle, so it’s a superb example of Koh Tao in all its natural beauty and where the jungle meets the sea.
Hin Wong Bay Snorkel
Hin Wong Bay is a large expansive bay and very popular with visitors for its small secluded beach and it is a fantastic area to swim and snorkel.
Situated on the east coast of Koh Tao and accessible by a relatively new concrete road, Hin Wong is on the bucket list of most visitors.
Schooling Fish
The full day snorkel trip will provide customers with about a 40 minute in-water guided snorkel experience.
The snorkel guides know where the schooling fish are in deeper water and closer to the shallows you will be able to see a variety of hard and soft coral reefs, with an abundance of colourful fish species.
Aow Leuk Snorkel
Situated towards the south east corner of Koh Tao, Aow Leuk is another stunning snorkel location teeming with a wide range of fish.
The full day snorkel trip stops on the north side of the beautiful Sai Deng peninsula, which is lined with coral reefs and hundreds of species of fish dashing between the living coral.
Depending on the wind direction and the time of year, the sea here is crystal clear, warm and perfect for swimming and snorkeling.
Your snorkel experience will be guided by our expert snorkel guides to ensure you get to see as much as possible, including baby black tip reef sharks.
Shark Bay Snorkel
Another fabulous, large bay and situated on the south coast of Koh Tao, Shark bay (Thian Og) is known for its black tip reef sharks and sea turtles.
Turtles are known to be more visible in the morning or afternoon here as they search for food in the shallows.
Turtles & Sharks
There is a good chance you will also get to see curious baby black tip reef sharks darting about the white sandy bottom.
Shark bay is the last stop on the full day snorkel trip and you can expect to spend approximately 40 mins in the water.
What the Koh Tao Full Day Snorkel Trip Includes
The snorkel schedule and planned order of stops may change depending on the weather conditions on that day, so that you can get the most out of your snorkel experience.
The full day snorkel trip includes a hot lunch, unlimited cold, fresh water, tea and coffee and there is fresh fruit available in between stops.
Collect Memories
There will be lots of opportunities to take scenic photographs of the beaches, bays and Koh Tao’s mountainous jungle backdrop.
If you have an underwater housing for a camera, you will be able to take in-water pictures of marine life for those special moments.
It is typical to expect water temperatures to be around 26-28˚C and underwater visibility around 15 to 20m, which is perfect for 30-45 minutes of snorkel time.
The full day snorkel trip boat returns to Mae Haad pier at approximately 17:00pm where you will disembark and be taken back to your hotel or resort.
Action Packed Full day Snorkel Trip Around Koh Tao
Please read the notes below as they are provided for your information. We will do our very best to ensure that your snorkel trip operates smoothly, safely and on time.
We want you to have an action packed day, exciting and adventurous, so that you have amazing memories of your time on Koh Tao.
Important Please Read
- Scheduled stops may change and is dependent on weather conditions on that day.
- Customer fees paid in advance of booking are non refundable. (please read our booking terms).
- The full amount in Thai Baht must be paid and received in full before your snorkel trip starts or at the time of booking. You will receive full confirmation by email.
- If you are sick and unable to make it on a particular day, we can arrange another day to take your trip.
- Life jackets are provided for every customer and you are encouraged to wear them, regardless if you are a strong swimmer.
- Please pay full attention to safety briefings, they are for your safety and provided by knowledgeable guides.
- Please do not feed, touch, chase or stress any marine life under any circumstances.
- When booking please provide full contact details, including hotel and resort contact information.
- Please READ our terms and conditions of booking.
- Please be available at reception for collection on your planned snorkel trip day.
- The cost of the snorkel trip only includes your half or full day snorkel trip.
- Please contact us for any information if you are not certain of what to do.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between half day snorkel trips and full day snorkel trips?
A full day snorkel trip around Koh Tao starts earlier in the morning and finishes earlier in the afternoon. It includes all equipment, resort pick up and drop off, 5 stops and hot Thai lunch with refreshments throughout the day. The half day snorkel trip starts at lunchtime and normally finishes at sunset. The half day trip includes all equipment, resort pick up and drop off, lunchbox with refreshments through the day. The price of 850baht plus 100baht Koh Nangyuan entrance fee is the same for both trips.
How long does the full day snorkel trip on Koh Tao last for?
The full day snorkel trip starts at 09:30 with a resort pick up and the boat will leave at approximately 10am.
After 5 stops including an extended stop at Koh Nang Yuan for 2 hours, the boat will return to the pier at approximately 4pm and customers will then be returned to their resorts or hotels.
How can I book a full day snorkel trip on Koh Tao?
There are various ways of booking a snorkel trip on Koh Tao including online before your arrival.
If you are planning your travel itinerary in advance, it is best to book your trip and you will receive confirmation of your booking via email, which can be then be factored into your plans.
If a confirmed booking date needs to be changed, then you can notify us in advance of the change in plans.
Are there any extra costs for the full day snorkel trip?
No, there are no extra costs and the price of the snorkel trip is fixed, but does not include the entrance fee for Koh Nangyuan island. Lunch, refreshments and all equipment plus resort pick up and drop off are included.
Does the full day snorkel trip on Koh Tao include all equipment?
Yes it does. All organised snorkel trips around Koh Tao include snorkel equipment as part of the fee. If you choose to go snorkeling alone, you will need to rent or buy your own equipment.
Is the full day snorkel trip on Koh Tao safe?
The full day snorkel trip on Koh Tao is safe, well organised and operates each day with snorkel guides on board the boat. Supervised trips include boat briefings on safety and what marine life you can expect to see during your trip.
Can I go on the full day snorkel trip if I can’t swim?
Yes, as a non swimmer you can join in the fun of a snorkel experience wearing a lifejacket. Snorkel guides on the boat will cover these points in the boat briefing and customers who are unable to swim can expect closer supervision and personal attention from a snorkel guide.
What is included in the Koh Tao full day snorkel trip?
The full day snorkel trip includes a one day tour around the island of Koh Tao normally between the hours of 10am to 4pm and includes 5 stops at popular snorkel locations. The trip includes resort or hotel pick up, drop off, a hot Thai lunch, hot and cold refreshments throughout the day, snorkel guides and all equipment.
What will I see on the full day snorkel trip on Koh Tao?
The full day snorkel trip will provide you with an in water experience and allow you to see an abundance of marine life that inhabits the coral reef that surrounds Koh Tao. The trip is fun and exciting with lots of adventure and you get an opportunity to circumnavigate around the whole island in a safe way.
Is the Koh Tao full day snorkel trip worth it?
The full day snorkel trip around Koh Tao is great value for money and includes the food and refreshments, taxi pick up and drop off from your hotel or resort, all equipment, snorkel guides, covering approximately 25kms around the whole island, stopping 5 times along the way. It is the perfect way to experience more of Koh Tao in a short space of time.
