Snorkeling in Thailand: Our 4 Best

1.Racha Island Snorkeling or Scuba Diving Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 70 reviews · 1 day · from $52Our pick

Set out from Phuket for Racha Yai, about 30 minutes by speedboat, then choose a guided scuba session to 10 meters or a 30 to 40 minute snorkel. Enjoy lunch on land, beach time, and a second stop at Coral Island. Guide Paolo has earned praise for his island and culture notes.

“A really fun day with a lovely group of people - the pick-ups and drop-offs were all very well organized. We travelled 30 mins to Racha Island where we either snorkelled or dived - the snorkelling group only had about 40 mins in the water before we were taken for lunch. More snorkelling time would have been appreciated. We then travelled to Coral Island which has beautiful beaches and we had solid time to either relax, do additional activities like parasailing or in my case, snorkel more. The waters were crystal clear and I saw a wonderful array of sealife from parrot fish to sea urchins. Our guide and crew…”

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2.From Pattaya: Snorkeling or Beginner Scuba Diving Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 68 reviews · 8 hours · from $82

Spend eight hours aboard a boat from Pattaya, choosing snorkeling, certified scuba, or a first-time scuba session. An instructor explains the gear and safety rules before guiding you at sites such as Koh Sak and Koh Phai. Dan is known for patient beginner support, while lunch, equipment, hotel pickup, and insurance are included.

“the people who ran it was lovely amd so helpful, couldnt ask for more from them”

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3.Freediving and Snorkeling at Yawasam and Talu Island

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 38 reviews · 6 hours · from $59

Join Krabi Nice Sea Snorkeling for a six-hour, small-group trip by traditional long-tail boat to Yawasam, Talu Island, and southern Koh Poda. Expect coral, anemone fish, a sea cave at low tide, Thai lunch on a quiet beach, equipment, water, fruit, and free underwater photos. Hotel pickup is available in selected areas.

“Nunca fiz outra, mas o barco era velho, avariou, tiveram que chamar outro, claro que se resolveu, mas vimos barcos bem melhores, o guia mergulhava e ia embora, quem conseguia acompanhar otimo, quem nao conseguia, ficava por ali”

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4.Phuket Scuba Diving Maiton Private Island Small Group or Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $193Top rated

Join a small group of up to 12 for a half-day sea-based scuba experience at Maiton Island near Phuket. Instructors guide beginners and certified participants to two sites, with equipment, snacks, and limited personal service. Snorkeling is also available, and sightings of dolphins are possible.

“Hassle free experience! Can recommend as the boat is family small, guys very experienced. Did 2 fun dives near maihton private island,+ foto video. The corals pretty vivid! Plenty fish. Forgot my hat and guys send it to my hotel! Thank you !”

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