The 5 Best Snorkeling in Koh Tao

1.Koh Tao: Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,742 reviews · 7 hours · from $27Our pick

Spend seven hours circling Koh Tao with Sangthong Tour, starting at Koh Nangyuan’s viewpoint and Japanese Reef Garden. You’ll snorkel Mango Bay, Hin Wong, Aow Leuk, and Shark Bay, with Thai lunch, fruit, gear, hotel pickup, and free underwater photos included. The crew speaks English and Thai and helps point out turtles, reef sharks, and colorful fish.

“a must do activitiy in Koh Tao. competent team and guide. very fun and well planned trip and worth every penny.”

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2.Full day snorkeling adventure around Koh Tao

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,300 reviews · from $24Best value

Cruise around Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan with English, Chinese, and Thai-speaking guides. Snorkel at Shark Bay, Aow Leuk, Hin Wong Bay, and Mango, then hike to the famous Koh Nang Yuan viewpoint. Your day includes hotel transfer, gear, lunch, fruit, snacks, drinks, and an air-conditioned cabin, plus a slide, climbing wall, and jump platform.

“Great snorkelling opportunities. Got to see baby sharks and turtles. Crew on the boat were really friendly and helpful. I did feel sorry for the turtles - we were told not to swim above the turtles or too close to them, but I felt people swarmed the turtles and got way too close to them, all for a photo! Just be mindful not to get too close!!”

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3.Koh Tao: Koh Nangyuan & Hidden Bays Snorkeling Tour w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 912 reviews · 7 hours · from $27

Spend seven hours circling Koh Tao and Koh Nangyuan with Thai and English-speaking guides, stopping at five snorkeling areas. Expect shallow water at Japanese Gardens, coral reefs at Ao Leuk and Hin Wong, possible turtles and black-tip reef sharks, a Thai lunch box, fruit, drinks, and free GoPro photos. Weather can change the route.

“Loved the tour, the snorkelling was great! Saw 2 turtles and loads of amazing fish. The guides were brilliant, such happy and amazing people. They fook some great photos and videos with their gopro and then shared with us. Would highly recommend!!”

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4.Ko Tao: Tao-Nangyuan Snorkeling Day Trip with Meals & Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 711 reviews · 8h 30m · from $62

Spend 8.5 hours aboard Royal Mariblue with guides such as Zin, Lucky, and Mr Tu, stopping at Koh Nang Yuan, Mango Bay, Hin Wong, Aow Leuk, and Shark Bay. Snorkel with a fresh mouthpiece, use kayaks and paddleboards, enjoy Thai buffet dishes and a sunset BBQ, and receive underwater photos at no extra cost.

“The tour was absolutely great and very well organized. Transportation was smooth and always on time. The snorkeling spots were beautiful, and we had plenty of time at each location — we never felt rushed. Lunch was delicious, and the evening BBQ was amazing, especially with the stunning sunset. A big plus was the free photos, both underwater and from the viewpoint, which was a really nice touch. The guides were super friendly, professional, and spoke excellent English. Overall, a fantastic experience — highly recommended, and I would definitely do it again!”

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5.Koh Tao: Snorkeling Trip to Nang Yuan Island & Hidden Bays

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 646 reviews · 7 hours · from $24

Spend seven hours snorkeling around Koh Tao and Nang Yuan Island with English and Thai speaking guides. Visit Japanese Garden, Mango Bay, Ao Hin Wong, Ao Leuk, and Shark Bay, with lunch, hotel pickup, underwater photos, a water slide, climbing wall, and floating beds included.

“Loads of stops! good food options diy subway or thai food, plenty of time on island, enjoyed 🌴”

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