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The 15 Best Snorkelling Tours in Krabi

27 tours  ·  from $24 a head

The reefs off Krabi are shallow and warm, best between November and April when the water clears. These 15 snorkel trips are compared on stops, gear and time in the water.

Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling - Yawasam and Ko Ma Tang Ming: time in the water
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Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

1.7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,916 reviews · from $39Our pick

Spend seven hours island-hopping by traditional longtail boat from Ao Nang, with stops for snorkeling, a low-tide sandbar walk and sunset dinner on Koh Poda. An English-speaking guide leads the trip; past guides have included Green Curry, Dora and Daisy. Finish with a night swim to look for bioluminescent plankton near Koh Raeng.

“Great day ! All the team is very kind and always smiling. The weather was not with us today but with my mom we enjoyed this beautiful day. Snorkeling areas are beautiful and the bio-luminescent plankton at the end of the day was perfect. I highly recommend this activity !”

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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim - Ko Ya Wa Sam is the first long water stop
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Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

2.Krabi 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + Bioluminescent Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,861 reviews · from $130Top rated

Set out from Ao Nang or Railay on a traditional wooden junk for island stops, snorkeling, kayaking and paddleboarding. The crew, including owner Michael and snorkeling guide Z, provides gear, snacks and a Thai buffet. After sunset, swim at Phra Nang Cave Beach and watch bioluminescent plankton sparkle around you.

“Krabi Sunset Cruises was an amazing experience!!! Michael and his crew were incredible and provided a unique fun-filled journey for everyone!!!!”

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From Phi Phi: Half-Day Longtail Boat Tour with Snorkeling - Viking Cave: striking cliffs, brief context
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From Phi Phi: Half-Day Longtail Boat Tour with Snorkeling

3.From Phi Phi: Half-Day Longtail Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,733 reviews · 4 hours · from $24Best value

From Koh Phi Phi, join an English- or Thai-speaking guide for a four-hour longtail boat trip to Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Loh Samah Bay and Maya Bay. Snorkeling gear, life jackets, water and fruit are included. The 2 PM departure may add sunset views and a chance to snorkel with glowing plankton.

“The hosts were very helpful and polite. Really good group and plenty to do! A good variety of activities well executed by the hosts. Definitely had my moneys worth and would h ighly recommend to anyone.”

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Phi Phi: Morning Speedboat Tour to Maya Bay with Snorkel - Maya Bay: a beautiful first stop
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Phi Phi: Morning Speedboat Tour to Maya Bay with Snorkel

4.Phi Phi: Morning Speedboat Tour to Maya Bay with Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,244 reviews · 4 hours - 390 minutes · from $51

Set out early from Tonsai Pier on a shared speedboat with an English-speaking guide. Visit Maya Bay first, then Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave and Monkey Bay, with snorkel stops along the way. Choose the half-day option or add Bamboo Island and lunch. Guides such as Matt, Batman and Birdy have led recent trips, though your guide may vary.

“Loved that the wildlife was almost guaranteed and how ethical everything was.”

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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling - Railay’s cliffs set the scene
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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

5.7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

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

This five-hour Krabi trip passes Railay, Tup and Chicken islands, then stops for snorkeling and beach time on Poda. Expect an unusually roomy longtail boat with an onboard toilet, drinks, fruit and an English-speaking guide. Sophia is a frequently named guide, though your guide may differ. The seven-island name describes the route, not seven island landings.

“Sophia was lovely throughout. Lots of information on the islands visited. Lovely morning had by all my family. Thank you”

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Krabi: Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour - Ao Nang pickup and the first view of Phra Nang
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Krabi: Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour

6.Bioluminescent Plankton, Snorkeling & Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 863 reviews · from $40

This six to six-and-a-half-hour Krabi boat tour visits Tup, Chicken and Poda islands, with snorkeling, a beach BBQ and a nighttime search for bioluminescent plankton. Hotel transfers, gear, drinks and an English-speaking guide are included. Guides such as M, Selina and Pichi have earned praise for keeping the trip friendly and well run, though the plankton and sunset depend on conditions.

“We really enjoyed this tour, we visited great islands, snorkelled with amazing fish and watched the sunset on a great beach! There is plenty of time at all the stops and the tour is a perfect length. Our guides were all really nice! The boat wasn’t too crowded / the islands weren’t too busy! Dinner was very good, lots of options and plenty of food! The plankton was an unexpected highlight :)”

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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel - Tup Island’s sandbanks depend on the tide
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Railay and 4-Island Sunset Speedboat Cruise with Night Snorkel

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

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

Spend about six and a half hours cruising from Krabi to Phra Nang Cave Beach, Koh Poda, Tup Island and Chicken Island. A certified guide leads beach stops, daytime snorkeling and a night snorkel for bioluminescent plankton, with lunch and a sunset sandwich included. Groups are capped at 17, though guide names such as Sakeen and Stephane vary by departure.

“The crew worked so hard at making sure we had the best possible time and weather. Sexy Man was a great host and looked after us really well”

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Ao Nang: Island-Hopping Snorkel Tour w/ Amazing Hong Island - Lading Island is lunch with your feet in the sand
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Ao Nang: Island-Hopping Snorkel Tour w/ Amazing Hong Island

8.Island-Hopping Snorkel Tour w/ Amazing Hong Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 252 reviews · 5h 30m · from $38

From Ao Nang, ride a traditional long-tail boat to Deang, Lading and Hong islands. Snorkel, eat a Thai buffet by the beach, pass through Hong Lagoon and climb to Hong Island’s 360-degree viewpoint. Hotel transfers, gear, water and an English-speaking guide are included. Guides on recent trips have included Q, Mimi and Sophia.

“Good trip for the price we pair for it. Hong island is beautiful and with a Longtail boat it feels more authentic. We were lucky to be a small group which made the trip so much better!”

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Ko Phi Phi Don: Speedboat Day Trip with Shark Snorkeling - Monkey Beach: a quick look at the island’s residents
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Ko Phi Phi Don: Speedboat Day Trip with Shark Snorkeling

9.Ko Phi Phi Don: Speedboat Day Trip with Shark Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 223 reviews · 5 hours · from $48

This five-hour afternoon speedboat trip from Phi Phi Don visits Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon and Maya Bay, with several snorkel stops and a swim for bioluminescent plankton after dark. Your guide speaks English and Thai. Guides have included Adam, Ben, Courtney and Coco, though your guide may differ. Park fees, masks, life jackets, fruit and soft drinks are included.

“Totally worth it !! The guide was super nice and friendly The boat team very professional The whole experience was professional And worth the price ! One of the best tour I did in one afternoon”

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Krabi: 4 Islands Hopping & Snorkeling Tour - Tup Island’s sandbar depends on the tide
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Krabi: 4 Islands Hopping & Snorkeling Tour

10.4 Islands Hopping & Snorkeling Tour

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

Cruise to Phra Nang Beach, Tup Island, Poda Island, and Chicken Island on a 7 to 8 hour trip with an English-speaking guide, lunch, fruit, water, and snorkeling gear. Expect striking limestone scenery and time for swimming, but snorkeling time can be limited. Small-group and private options are available.

“Bardzo dobra organizacja i opieka przewodników. Pyszne posiłki, woda i owoce. Ciekawy program wycieczki.”

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Phi Phi: Half-Day Tour with Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon & Snorkel - Maya Bay: one hour on a famous beach
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Phi Phi: Half-Day Tour with Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon & Snorkel

11.Phi Phi: Half-Day Tour with Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 179 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $51

Take a 4 to 6 hour guided speedboat trip from Tonsai Pier to Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Monkey Bay and snorkel stops near Phi Phi Leh. Guides have included Ax and Anton, though your crew may differ. The afternoon option adds sunset and a chance to see bioluminescent plankton after dark.

“The trip was well organized and covered all destinations and activities mentioned in the description. The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable.”

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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel - Railay sunset and the night snorkel need careful checking
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Private Tour to Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 175 reviews

Take a private longtail boat from Krabi to Hong Island and nearby beaches, with a guide, lunch, drinks, and snorkel gear. Choose your package carefully: the four-island, Railay sunset, and night-snorkel add-ons are not included in every option. Guides including Tuna, Ekky, Sakee, and Panja have been praised for attentive care.

“Ekky was the best tour guide! We got to see a lot of different spots in one day, and he made sure we were well looked after the whole time. Lunch was wonderful, sunset was beautiful, and we would highly recommend this tour. Make sure you ask for Ekky!”

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Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat - Chicken Island and the changing sandbar
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Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat

13.Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling & Plankton Night by Big Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 164 reviews · from $52

Spend an afternoon and evening by big longtail boat among seven Krabi islands, with snorkeling stops, the Tup and Mor sandbar, dinner near sunset, and a nighttime swim for bioluminescent plankton. Masks, life jackets, food, and transfers from Krabi Town and Ao Nang are included. Expect a group of up to 30, changing sea conditions, and a long day out.

“We had a great time - appreciate that they had vegetarian food options. Enjoyed the bioluminescent plankton a lot!”

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From Phi Phi: Full Day Snorkeling Trip by Longtail Boat - Monkey Beach: monkeys, sand and an early snorkel
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From Phi Phi: Full Day Snorkeling Trip by Longtail Boat

14.From Phi Phi: Full Day Snorkeling Trip by Longtail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 96 reviews · 9 hours · from $40

Join a Thai- or English-speaking guide for a nine-hour shared longtail boat trip from Phi Phi. Snorkel at Pi Leh Lagoon and Shark Point, visit Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Maya Bay and Bamboo Island, then look for glowing plankton after sunset. Lunch, fruit, water, mask and life jacket are included. Park fees cost extra.

“una bellissima esperienza. c'è il pro e il contro nell'uso della longtail boat, dipende dall'esperienza che si cerca. I ragazzi sono stati gentili e disponibili, cercando di farsi sempre capire.”

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Krabi: Hong Islands Snorkeling with Lunch by Longtail Boat - Hong Bay snorkeling is a bonus, not a promise
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Krabi: Hong Islands Snorkeling with Lunch by Longtail Boat

15.Hong Islands Snorkeling with Lunch by Longtail Boat

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

Spend about six and a half hours visiting Hong Island’s emerald lagoon, Pakbia’s tide-revealed sandbars and Lahding’s sandy cove. Snorkel in Hong Bay, then eat lunch on the beach. Ao Nang pickup is included, and guides on this trip have included Miriam and Sophie.

“So great. Was crowded but that is to be expected. So much fun, such a great guide, well worth the money.”

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