Best Option for Most Travellers
Speedboat day trip is the standard for most visitors. Liveaboard for serious divers.
All Transport Options
| Method | Duration | Cost | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speedboat Day Trip | 1.5 hours each way | ฿2,500–3,500 (all-inclusive day trip) | Daily departures (Oct 15 – May 15 only) |
| Liveaboard Dive Boat | 2–7 nights | ฿8,000–25,000+ (multi-night package) | Departures throughout the season |
| Overnight Trip (Ferry + National Park Accommodation) | 1–2 nights | ฿2,000–4,000 per person | Limited departures from Tab Lamu |
Speedboat Day Trip
฿2,500–3,500 (all-inclusive day trip)Most visitors join organised day trips from Phuket or Khao Lak. Speedboat from Tab Lamu Pier (90 min north of Phuket). Trips include snorkelling, lunch, and equipment. The Similans are a national marine park.
Liveaboard Dive Boat
฿8,000–25,000+ (multi-night package)Best way to experience the Similans for divers. Boats depart from Tab Lamu Pier or Phuket. Multiple dive sites visited. Book months ahead in peak season.
Overnight Trip (Ferry + National Park Accommodation)
฿2,000–4,000 per personGovernment-operated bungalows and tents on Similan Island No. 4. Basic but unique. Reserve through the national park office — book very early.
Tips & Things to Know
- 1
The Similan Islands are closed May 15 – October 15 every year for marine conservation. Plan your trip during the open season only.
- 2
Tab Lamu Pier (closest departure point) is 90 minutes north of Phuket Town — many tours include hotel pickup from Phuket or Khao Lak.
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