The 15 Snorkeling Trips in Krabi That Earn Their Price

1.Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,861 reviews · from $130Our pick

Cruise Krabi’s islands aboard a century-old Thai wooden junk with Michael and his crew. Snorkel at Ko Ya Wa Sam and Chicken Island, paddleboard or kayak, eat a Thai buffet at sunset, then swim near Phra Nang Cave Beach as bioluminescent plankton spark around you.

“The tour was well organised and the facilities were comfortable. The guides were helpful, on the boat and in the sea. The sights are well worth seeing.”

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2.7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,063 reviews · 5 hours · from $37

Cruise Krabi’s limestone coast on a roomy luxury longtail boat with guide Sophia or Sofia, passing Railay, Tup, Chicken, Koh Mor, and Puya Bay. You get one snorkeling stop, time at Poda Island, onboard snacks and drinks, a toilet, and a small-group feel for $37.

“This was a 100% my favorite activity we did in Aonang! You get the best of both worlds, with some snorkling, beautiful boat trip and time to hang out at Poda beach👏🏼We were about 9 guests on the boat and had plenty of space! Nice facilities to chill out on the roof, but also downstairs! I was a little bit sad when they couldn’t put out the hammocks in the front (because of wind), but of course they can’t control this.. hopefully I could come back and try them another time😍 Ended up doing the morning trip, which I am so happy with, got some snacks, and had plenty to…”

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3.Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $117

Spend about 6.5 hours exploring Phra Nang, Koh Poda, Tup Island, and Chicken Island by speedboat from Krabi. You’ll get beach time, two snorkel stops, sunset snacks, a buffet lunch, and a night swim with bioluminescent plankton. Groups are capped at 17.

“Night snorkeling was amazing and thanks to the two great tour guides, we had a great time. The food was also great!”

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4.4 Islands Hopping & Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 192 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $51

Cruise from Krabi to Phra Nang Cave, Tup Island, Poda Island, and Chicken Island on a 7 to 8 hour English-guided trip. You’ll get hotel pickup in Ao Nang, lunch, fruit, water, snorkeling gear, and time for swimming. Guide Jess has earned warm praise, but snorkeling time can vary.

“This was not the advertised snorkelling tour. It was a standard 4 island tourist tour that you could buy from any of the tens of sellers on the street in Krabi (This was all confirmed by the third party who was delivering the tour on behalf of the tour operator) There was literally 10mins snorkelling available. (to be clear, this was not due to poor weather conditions . it was just mis-selling). The guide was very nice and sympathetic but the tour was a waste of money (I am seeking a refund) and more importantly it was a waste of a day of my holiday as I would have never…”

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5.Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews

Take a private longtail boat from Ao Nang to Hong Island, Lao La Ding, Pakbia, Tup, Poda, Chicken Island, and Railay. Your guide handles lunch, snorkel gear, island information, and timing. Upgrade for sunset and a night swim among bioluminescent water.

“We were extremely disappointed. We booked a 4 island with night snorkel but that is not what we were given. We got to snorkel once after trying to find a jellyfish free spot but did not receive the night snorkel that we had purchased. On a poRead more”

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6.4 Island Premium Yacht with Snorkeling & Clear Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 91 reviews · 5 hours · from $41

Cruise Krabi’s coast by power catamaran with an English-speaking guide, snorkeling gear, clear kayaks, snacks, and an air-conditioned cabin. You’ll see Khao Khanap Nam, Chicken Island, Poda Island, and Railay. The sunset option adds Pad Thai, salt baked shrimp, and sunset views.

“Everything was perfect in the yacht but the driver drove very dangerously and we didn’t feel safe in the car. The yacht was wonderful and everything there worked excellent.”

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7.Hong Islands Snorkeling with Lunch by Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 63 reviews · 6h 30m · from $54

You’ll cruise from Ao Nang to Hong Island, Koh Pakbia, and Koh Lahding with an English-speaking guide such as Miriam or Sophia. Expect emerald lagoons, sandbars, a sandy cove, beach lunch, snorkeling, and a possible climb to Hong’s viewpoint. Boats can carry sizable groups, and conditions may change.

“La plus mauvaise journée que nous avons passé de notre séjour. Mal compris pour le repas. Ils nous ont rien gardé! Et ne sont pas venus nous chercher. Plongée minable, tous entassés, journée à bannir.”

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8.4 Island Sunset Small Group Tour with Night Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 59 reviews · 6h 30m · from $112

Cruise from Ao Nang to Railay, Poda, Tup, and Chicken Island with a guide, beach picnic, coral snorkeling, sunset snacks, and a night swim among glowing plankton. The semi-private boat holds up to 17 people, with English and Spanish guidance and flexible stops based on tides and sea conditions.

“Très bonne organisation, très bon guide et personnels à bord du bateau, bonne nourriture. A recommander”

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9.Private Hong Island Snorkeling Tour w/ Long-Tail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 7 hours

Spend seven hours on a private long-tail boat from Ao Nang, stopping at Daeng Island for snorkeling, Lading Island for beach time, Hong Lagoon for photos, and Hong Island for swimming and a 419-step viewpoint walk. Hotel transfers, equipment, fruit, drinks, and insurance are included.

“Transfer was very slow there and back took an hour each way for a 10 minute route due to waiting for transport to arrive and then waiting for other guest at hotel. Private boat and captain once on was great, loved it, Glad we booked it.”

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10.7 Islands Sunset by Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 46 reviews · from $40

Spend an afternoon cruising Krabi’s islands by longtail boat with an English-speaking guide. Snorkel at Yawasam and Tang Ming, photograph Chicken Island, walk the Tup and Mor sandbar at low tide, eat dinner on Poda Island, and swim with glowing plankton near Koh Raeng. Guide Daisy has earned special praise.

“It was good, we bought dinner and when we arrived on the island there was some confusion because they weren't sure if we could have dinner or not. The company got confused, we had to show the voucher, but they still restricted us to the vegetarian buffet. We couldn't resolve the issue. Other than that, I recommend motion sickness medication because it's many hours on the boat. If I were to do it again, I would take the private tour because there are many people, it's many hours, and it's a little tiring.”

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11.4 Islands Krabi Adventure & Snorkeling Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 37 reviews · 8 hours · from $111

Travel from Phuket to Krabi by van and speedboat for an 8-hour island day. Swim at Lao Lading, snorkel at Ao Kar, eat lunch on Hong Island, climb to its viewpoint, then visit Laem Had and Naka Island. Guide Monkey has earned warm praise, though timing can be uneven.

“IT WAS VERY NICE. OUR GUIDE TOUR - MONKEY - SHE WAS PERFECT.”

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12.Phi Phi and 4 Islands with Snorkeling by Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 7 hours · from $64

Join an English-speaking guide for a seven-hour Krabi speedboat trip to Phi Phi and the Four Islands. See Monkey Beach from the boat, snorkel, eat a buffet lunch, visit Maya Bay and Pileh Lagoon, then swim at Poda Island. Guide Jonny is praised for helpful service and taking photos.

“Guide was very nice. Stormy seas resulted in a very bumpy boat ride and only 1 snokling opportunity.”

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13.Private 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour with Long-Tail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 19 reviews · 7 hours

You’ll spend seven hours on a private long-tail boat from Ao Nang, visiting Railay, Phra Nang Cave, Chicken Island, Poda Island, and Tup Island. Snorkel, swim, walk the low-tide sandbar, and choose a guide or a more independent day. Captain Joseph has earned special praise for his care and flexibility.

“It was amazing! Highly highly recommend. One of the best things we did in Thailand.”

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14.Hong Islands Private Boat Trip & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews

Take a private longtail boat from Ao Nang or Khlong Muang to Krabi’s Hong Islands. You’ll enter a clear-water lagoon, swim and snorkel among tropical fish, and stop at Pakbia and Lahding. Guides including Nina, Tata, and Zindy are praised for attentive service, flexible timing, and thoughtful meals.

“Had an excellent tour with my tour guide Zindy and the rest of the crew (Dam and Mon). Everything was great, from the food to the time schedule. Felt very welcomed and Zindy made sure I have the best trip! Would definitely recommend doing this tour, if you want a personal experience!”

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15.Similan Islands Snorkeling Trip by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 16 reviews · 12 hours · from $156

Travel from Krabi, Ao Nang, or Khlong Muang to the Similan Islands by van and speedboat. You’ll snorkel near Koh 4, Koh 7, and Koh 9, eat a Thai buffet lunch, visit Donald Duck Bay, and climb to Sailing Rock. English and Thai guides lead the day.

“Skvělá snídaně, moc milí průvodci. Koupání a šnorchlování bezkonkurenční. moc jsme si to užili 🐟☀️💙”

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