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Unspoiled Surin Islands Snorkeling Escape from Khao Lak
Khura Buri
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This tour is operated on joint / Seat-In-Coach basis only with English-speaking assistance on board.
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Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying along Khao Lak’s main beaches. Transfers outside these areas such as Phuket, Phang Nga, Ranong, Takua Pa Town including any harbour or airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
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A minimum number of guests are required for this excursion to operate; many of our tours do not have limitations on group size, depending on the availability of seats and other factors. We regret that we are not able to communicate in advance about this.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Breathtakingly beautiful beaches, cerulean waters as clear as glass, swaying palm trees and some of the most extensive underwater coral gardens in Thailand: welcome to the Surin Islands. This archipelago of five unspoiled islands is located in the Andaman Sea, just 60 km from the Thai mainland. Inhabited only by the Moken, an ethnic group of sea-faring people, and protected under the status as a National Marine Park, the beauty and biodiversity of these islands remain pristine. The warm tropical waters with incredible visibility provide a haven, not just for the abundant aquatic life, but also for nature lovers, snorkellers and divers. This is the opportunity to experience the underwater lif...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
A full day tour with a professional English-speaking assistance
All applicable taxes and service charges
Return speed boat transfer from and to the Surin Islands
Lunch at the National Park restaurant is included (food only)
Use of life jacket, snorkelling equipment during the tour
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees
Hotel accommodation in Khao Lak
Supplements for transfers outside the main Khao Lak region; this includes any cruise port, the Baan Naam Khem district as well as transfers from Khao Sok National Park.
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Unspoiled Surin Islands Snorkeling Escape from Khao Lak
Khura Buri
About
Breathtakingly beautiful beaches, cerulean waters as clear as glass, swaying palm trees and some of the most extensive underwater coral gardens in Thailand: welcome to the Surin Islands. This archipelago of five unspoiled islands is located in the Andaman Sea, just 60 km from the Thai mainland. Inhabited only by the Moken, an ethnic group of sea-faring people, and protected under the status as a National Marine Park, the beauty and biodiversity of these islands remain pristine. The warm tropical waters with incredible visibility provide a haven, not just for the abundant aquatic life, but also for nature lovers, snorkellers and divers. This is the opportunity to experience the underwater lif...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
A full day tour with a professional English-speaking assistance
All applicable taxes and service charges
Return speed boat transfer from and to the Surin Islands
Lunch at the National Park restaurant is included (food only)
Use of life jacket, snorkelling equipment during the tour
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees
Hotel accommodation in Khao Lak
Supplements for transfers outside the main Khao Lak region; this includes any cruise port, the Baan Naam Khem district as well as transfers from Khao Sok National Park.
Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Itinerary
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Mu Ko Surin National Park
Early morning, join the speed boat for an exhilarating journey over to the Surin National Park. The ‘Robinson Crusoe’ feeling soon becomes reality as the jungle-clad hills of the islands appear on the horizon. Ao Mae Yai is one of the larger bays and the first stop of the day. Don a mask and flippers (provided by us) and jump into the luminous waters to discover extraordinary marine life, or just take a gentle stroll along the powder-soft sands.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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The Moken Eco Village
A visit to a village inhabited by the Moken sea gypsies is an absolute must on this trip. Semi-nomadic by nature, the seafaring community used to spend a lot of their time travelling, however they have now permanently moored their wooden boats off Surin Tai Island where many live in stilted wooden houses with thatched roofs. Also known as Chao Leh, they have their own language and culture and are known for their exceptional underwater swimming and fishing skills. The chance to meet with the villagers and watch them as they go about their daily life gives an insight into a way of life dictated by the waves of the ocean.
There’s time for relaxing on Surin Beach, along with a leisurely Thai lunch in the fresh sea air at the National Park centre.
3 hours
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Chong Khat Bay
More swimming and snorkelling can be enjoyed at Chong Kad Bay and Suthep Bay. Both boast coral reefs teeming with sea creatures – some rare, others common – along with an impressive range of corals. Almost a thousand different species of fish are reported to live within the Surin Archipelago. Keep a look out for tiny seahorses, ghost pipefish, rays, clown fish, angel fish - maybe even small reef sharks and turtles.
Finally, return by speedboat to the mainland and transfer back to your hotel in Khao Lak.
