Similan
The Similan and Surin Islands are a perfect destination for a private yachting tour from Phuket. Here are some of the destinations and activities that you can enjoy:
Similan Islands
- Koh Miang: This island is known for its beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling, diving, and swimming in the area.
- Koh Similan: This island is home to a national park that features beautiful coral reefs and marine life. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling, diving, and swimming in the crystal-clear waters.
- Koh Payu: This island is located in the northern part of the Similan Islands. It is known for its beautiful beaches and coral reefs. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling, diving, and swimming in the crystal-clear waters.
- Koh Bangu: This island is located in the southern part of the Similan Islands. It is known for its beautiful beaches and coral reefs. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling, diving, and swimming in the crystal-clear waters.
Activities:
- Snorkeling: The Similan Islands are home to some of the best snorkeling spots in Thailand. Visitors can explore the coral reefs and marine life that thrive in these waters.
- Diving: The Similan Islands are also popular destinations for divers. The clear waters around these islands offer excellent visibility, making it easy to spot a variety of marine life.
- Swimming: The crystal-clear waters around these islands are perfect for swimming.
- Beachcombing: The Similan Islands are home to some of Thailand’s most beautiful beaches. Visitors can spend time relaxing on the sand or exploring the coastline.
- Wildlife watching: The Similan Islands are home to a variety of wildlife, including sea turtles, dolphins, and whales. Visitors can take a boat tour to see these animals up close.
Surin Islands
- Koh Surin Nuea: This island is located in the northern part of the Surin Islands. It is home to the Moken, a tribe of sea gypsies who have lived in the area for centuries. Visitors can learn about their unique way of life and enjoy snorkeling in the clear waters around the island.
- Koh Surin Tai: This island is located in the southern part of the Surin Islands. It is known for its beautiful beaches and coral reefs. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling, diving, and swimming in the crystal-clear waters.
Activities:
- Snorkeling: The Surin Islands are home to some of the best snorkeling spots in Thailand. Visitors can explore the coral reefs and marine life that thrive in these waters.
- Diving: The Surin Islands are also popular destinations for divers. The clear waters around these islands offer excellent visibility, making it easy to spot a variety of marine life.
- Swimming: The crystal-clear waters around these islands are perfect for swimming.
- Beachcombing: The Surin Islands are home to some of Thailand’s most beautiful beaches. Visitors can spend time relaxing on the sand or exploring the coastline.
- Wildlife watching: The Surin Islands are home to a variety of wildlife, including sea turtles, dolphins, and whales. Visitors can take a boat tour to see these animals up close.
The best time of the year to visit Similan and Surin Islands for yachting and boating is from November to April, when the weather is dry and sunny, and the sea is calm and clear. Please note that both national parks are closed to visits during the low season from May to October, when there are storms and rough waves.