Avoid the crowds on this relaxing sailing cruise aboard a luxurious yacht to the limestone islands of Mu Ko Ang Thong Marine Park. Enjoy snorkeling at the best spot in the park, climb to the Emerald Lake and admire a beautiful sunset.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Thai
- Pickup included
- Pick up from hotels in Koh Samui
Experience
Highlights
- Discover the magnificent 42 islands of the marine park on a luxurious Thai yacht
- Join your professional snorkeling leader who will take you on an amazing journey to explore Thailand’s tropical reef
- Enjoy sea kayaking along the coastline to explore the secret lagoon, sensational cliffs and magical tunnels
- Visit the famous Blue Lagoon and hike to a brilliant viewpoint overlooking the surrounding islands
- Enjoy freshly prepared Thai-fusion breakfast, lunch and savor fresh fruits on board
Full description
Begin your day with a hotel pick-up between 8:30 AM and 9:15 AM. Step aboard our luxury yacht and meet your friendly crew for the day. After a brief description about the yacht’s facilities, safety procedures and what awaits you, take a moment to explore the yacht while familiarizing yourself with one of the many sunny or shaded areas on the decks.
Experience a personal service with a maximum of 14 guest on-board the blue dragon classic Thai yacht or 34 guests on-board the red dragon classic Thai yacht with an international chef on-board.
Voyage towards the northernmost corner of the park and savor delicious appetizers as you cruise. Explore the magnificent scenery of the Gulf of Thailand, where dolphins and whales make their home. Arrive at Koh Tai Plao where caves, hidden lagoons and white sandy beaches reside.
Optional sea kayaking: go for guided sea kayaking along the coastline to explore sensational cliffs and magical tunnels that are only found at this location. Spot secluded picturesque beaches and their crystal clear, calm waters.
Snorkeling: sail north pass the park, to Koh Wao, where the best sites are at. Join your professional snorkeling leader who will take you on amazing journey to explore Thailand’s tropical reef (the only non-speedboat vessels to reach this destination).
Eat a freshly prepared Thai buffet lunch while you make your way to the Marine Park’s waters. Journey along the park`s most interesting limestone islands, which rise from the sea as dramatic rock cliffs and bizarre rock formations.
Arrive at the well-known Emerald Lake where you will be transferred to the beach. Climb up the steps through dense rain-forest and narrow ravines to see a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the surrounding islands. Take a stroll down the steps to witness the hidden saltwater lake completely enclosed by walls, nicknamed the Blue Lagoon (During 1st November to 15th December you will not visit this attraction and instead you will be offered additional snorkeling due to partial closer of the park).
Sail back to Koh Samui to take in the magnificent scenery of the Ang Thong marine park, Koh Phangan and Koh Samui along the way. Also pass the Five Islands to embrace wonderful views of the sunset. Around 6:15 PM, arrive back at the Koh Samui jetty to acquire your vehicles to transfer back to your accommodation.
Includes
- Round-trip hotel transfer
- Light breakfast, appetizers and freshly cooked lunch
- Soft drinks and fresh fruits
- Snorkeling equipment, towels and life vest
- Boat transfers by dinghy
- English-speaking guides
- Full insurance coverage
- Free WiFi where available on GSM network
- Marine park admission fee (300 THB per adult; 150 THB per child)
- Sea kayaking (optional, 250 THB per person)
- Scuba diving charges (optional)
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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- Comfortable shoes
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Know before you go
- Minimum numbers apply. You will be notified by 4:00 PM a day prior to your tour, if minimum numbers are not reached you will have the option to cancel your reservations or change to the next available trip
- Semi-private tours provide a personal service with a maximum of 14 guests on-board the Blue Dragon Classic 68 ft Thai Yacht and 28 guests aboard the Red Dragon Classic 78 ft Thai Yacht
- The program is subject to change depending on weather and sea conditions
- All guests are required to remove footwear when entering the yacht
- Once booked, the operator will inform you of the exact pick-up time via email
- During 1st November to 15th December the tour will not visit the Blue Lagoon and instead you are offered additional snorkeling due to partial closer of the park