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From Phuket or Khaolak : Similan Islands Day Trip by Local Operator

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Activity provider: Love Andaman
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Tour in Phuket, taking in Thap Lamu Pier, Speedboat and Donald Duck Bay. Run by Love Andaman, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Thap Lamu Pier
  • Speedboat
  • Donald Duck Bay
  • Ko Bangu
  • Runs 13 hours
  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (if option selected)

From Phuket or Khaolak : Similan Islands Day Trip by Local Operator: Key Facts

PriceFrom $123 per person
Duration13 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 13-hour experience from Phuket, built around Thap Lamu Pier, Speedboat and Donald Duck Bay. It is run by Love Andaman, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Pickup is offered from Khok Kloi, Karon Beach, Kata Beach, Kalim Surf Beach #3, Khao Lak and Pa Tong; the exact spot and time are agreed with Love Andaman once the booking is confirmed, and the option you choose sets whether transport is included.

The price covers Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation, Travel insurance, Snorkeling equipment and life jacket, Guide and Light breakfast. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hotel pickup in Phuket. Love Andaman confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Love Andaman before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

10 pickup location options

Khok Kloi, Karon Beach, Kata Beach, Kalim Surf Beach #3, Khao Lak, Pa Tong, Phuket, Thalang Road, Chalong, Kamala

Van

(1.5 hours)

Thap Lamu Pier

Break time, Breakfast, Guided tour, Shopping, Safety briefing (40 minutes)

Speedboat

(1.5 hours)

Donald Duck Bay

Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Ko Bangu

Snorkeling (40 minutes)

Speedboat

(15 minutes)

Miang Island (Koh.4) Similan.

Photo stop, Visit, Lunch, Free time (1 hour)

Speedboat

(10 minutes)

Ko Payu

Snorkeling (40 minutes)

10 drop-off locations

Chalong, Phuket, Thalang Road, Kalim Surf Beach #3, Pa Tong, Khao Lak, Kata Beach, Karon Beach, Khok Kloi, Kamala

Detailed Itinerary

10 pickup location options: Khok Kloi, Karon Beach, Kata Beach, Kalim Surf Beach #3, Khao Lak, Pa Tong, Phuket, Thalang Road, Chalong, Kamala

Van: (1.5 hours)

Thap Lamu Pier: Break time, Breakfast, Guided tour, Shopping, Safety briefing (40 minutes)

Speedboat: (1.5 hours)

Donald Duck Bay: Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Ko Bangu: Snorkeling (40 minutes)

Speedboat: (15 minutes)

Miang Island (Koh.4) Similan: Photo stop, Visit, Lunch, Free time (1 hour)

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (if option selected)
  • Travel insurance
  • Snorkeling equipment and life jacket
  • Guide
  • Light breakfast
  • Snacks
  • Fruits
  • Soft drinks
  • Thai lunch buffet
  • National park entrance fee

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Phuket. Love Andaman confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 13 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $123
$123
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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.5/5
based on 896 reviews
Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.3/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Zoe
May 7, 2026

I can’t recommend this trip enough. This is my first time solo travelling and I felt safe and looked after at all times. Everyone was so kind and helpful. Plenty of food and drinks and transfer was seamless and quick. Weather wasn’t great on way back but crew took excellent care of us. Special mention to o, what an amazing person, so full of fun and energy and an excellent dancer 🕺🏼 he even organised a birthday cake and sang happy birthday to me. He made this trip extra special and so much fun!! Thank you o and the rest of the team x

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Angela
March 27, 2026

This was a great trip. The Similan Islands were stunning, turquoise water and white sands. There was a lot of food provided in this tour - a buffet breakfast then later a big buffet lunch and also plenty of snacks and cold drinks throughout the day. Really recommend this trip. I personally didn't snorkeling but my husband said it was great. I just stayed on the boat whilst the others snorkled which was fine. The tour guide was called Stephanie and he was fantastic. so very friendly and making sure you're having a great time. Really recommend this trip. I wouldn't recommend it if you had mobili

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Alessandro
March 1, 2026

Everything was amazing, the islands were beautiful, it seems to be in a movie. Double session of snorkeling and a really big breakfast, lunch and dinner. The staff was perfectly prepared for everything. Thank you so much for this wonderful day

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Jennifer
May 9, 2026

The snorkelling was amazing! The guides were lovely helpful and fun. Lunch was a bit wet but was probably tasty if it wasn’t soggy. We just needed somewhere undercover to eat.

5
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Dawn
April 16, 2026

Great day out . Amazing crew , never stopped looking out for us and feeding us . Drinks available throughout the trip . Highly recommend love Andaman . Similan Islands were Suai Mak Mak . Thank you

5
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Courtney
February 21, 2026

Venice and the other tour guides were all amazing!

5
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Michael
February 14, 2026

Excellent day out. Min and lunar looked after us extremely well Thanks to all the team Mike ( the handsome man )

5
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Hannah
February 11, 2026

A fantastically well-organised programme of activities. We felt so well looked after by Cella and the other guides who made sure we had everything we needed throughout the day - 3 meals provided and many snacks and drinks, with thoughtful additions like boiled sweets for any sea sickness on the boat. The islands were absolutely stunning and we loved the snorkelling. The only thing we’d change would be to go at an earlier time when it might be less busy with other visitor boats, for more of a chance to see the sea turtle! But all in all a 5 star day, thank you to Cella and the team!

5
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Silas
January 27, 2026

Gorgeous beaches and really well planned timing for the activities. I saw some clownfish while snorkeling but unfortunately couldnt spot any sea turtles.

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Sarah
February 26, 2026

The similian islands are beautiful but I agree with the other reviews that it is very busy on the beaches but still doesnt take away from how lovely it is. Our boat ride wasnt choppy at all but there is nothing to do on the 1hour 20 mins, especially if you are on the inside seats and cant see out. The driver on the transfer was great, the staff at the pier were also great and the guide was great too and explained everything. There was a light breakfast (toast and sandwiches) and a meal on the second island. I dont like chicken on the bone so I just had the veg and rice but the rest of the grou

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Elena
January 31, 2026

What a great day! Besides the fact that the islands are amazing, but that you can see it already, the trip was sooo well organised, we had so much food from 9am to 5pm, and good food! And O is a great guide, fun, and omg I still hear his voice in my head BLUE TEEEEAM! A great day, thank you for the memories!

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Natasha
January 22, 2026

Really enjoyed this trip, Venus was a great guide full of information and had great energy !! Snorkelling was amazing highly recommend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Phuket. Love Andaman confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
Not in rough sea. The Andaman side is calm from November to April and choppy from May to October, when the marine office can close the piers at short notice; if that happens the operator moves you to the next day or refunds in full. Seasickness tablets the night before help on speedboats, and Maya Bay itself closes to visitors in August and September each year.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (if option selected), Travel insurance, Snorkeling equipment and life jacket, Guide, Light breakfast, Snacks, Fruits, Soft drinks, Thai lunch buffet, National park entrance fee
The duration of the From Phuket or Khaolak : Similan Islands Day Trip by Local Operator is typically 13 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
The dry season from November to April offers the best weather for island-hopping tours and beach activities. December to March is peak season with calm seas, perfect for Phi Phi and Phang Nga Bay boat trips. May to October (monsoon) is quieter and cheaper but some boat tours may be affected by rough seas. See our Phuket travel guide for detailed month-by-month advice.
Phuket is one of Southeast Asia's safest tourist destinations with excellent infrastructure, friendly locals, and a strong tourist police presence. Standard precautions apply: use reputable transport, stay aware in crowded areas, and book verified tours through trusted platforms. For water activities, all our tours include safety equipment and experienced crew.
The top experiences include: the Phi Phi Islands for snorkeling and Maya Bay, Phang Nga Bay for dramatic limestone cliffs and James Bond Island, the Big Buddha for panoramic views, Wat Chalong temple, and the charming Phuket Old Town for street food and Sino-Portuguese architecture. See our things to do guide for the complete list.
Yes! Direct flights between Phuket and Bangkok take just 1 hour 20 minutes. We recommend 3–4 days in Phuket for island tours, then 2–3 days in Bangkok for temples, markets, and street food. Our local guides operate in both cities for seamless trip planning.
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering water sports before booking any speedboat tour or island-hopping excursion. While all our boats carry safety equipment and licensed crews, Thai hospital costs can be significant without coverage. Ensure your policy covers emergency medical evacuation and water activity accidents.
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