Koh Tan and Koh Madsum Snorkeling Trip By Speedboat From Koh Samui

7 Hours Round trip from Koh Samui Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Speedboat day trip from Koh Samui to Koh Tan and Koh Madsum
02 Snorkel around Koh Tan’s protected coral reefs
03 See tropical fish, coral, and giant clams
04 Relax or swim on Koh Madsum’s white sandy beach
05 Enjoy a Thai set-menu lunch at a restaurant
06 Hotel pickup and drop-off included from selected areas

Escape Koh Samui for a relaxed island-hopping day by speedboat to Koh Tan and Koh Madsum. This easy snorkeling trip combines time in clear tropical waters with a chance to unwind on white sandy beaches, making it a great choice for travellers who want both light adventure and beach relaxation.

Snorkel around Koh Tan’s protected reefs, home to coral, giant clams, and colourful tropical fish, then head to Koh Madsum to swim or simply enjoy the peaceful shoreline. With hotel transfers, a Thai set-menu lunch, soft drinks, fresh fruit, and snorkeling gear included, everything is set for a smooth day out on the water.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Koh Samui

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Koh Tan is popular for snorkeling and swimming. Giant clams, coral, and various tropical fish live in and around the protected reefs of Koh Tan. When snorkeling is mindful of stepping on coral to prevent damage to the reef and to yourself. South of Koh Tan with its white sandy beaches is Koh Madsum. A popular island for a day trip and picnics with the locals. Koh Madsum is home to a luxury holiday resort.

Itinerary • 08:00am - 09:00am Transfer from hotel to pier at Thong Krut Beach • 09:30am Boat departs from the pier. • 10:00am Arrive at Koh Tan for the best coral reef in the area, where the fish are gorgeous, plentiful, and not shy. • 11:30am Arrive at Koh Madsum, a natural beach where you can swim or simply relax on the beach. • 12:30pm Arrive at Koh Tan again for snorkeling. • 01:30pm Come back to the pier for having lunch(Thai set menu) at restaurant. • 02:30pm Return transfer to your hotel.• 08:00am - 09:00am Transfer from hotel to pier at Thong Krut Beach • 09:30am Boat departs from the pier.• 10:00am Arrive at Koh Tan for the best coral reef in the area, where the fish are gorgeous, plentiful, and not shy.• 11:30am Arrive at Koh Madsum, the natural beach where you can swim or simply relax on the beach.• 12:30pm Arrive at Koh Tan again for snorkeling.• 01:30pm Come back to the pier for having lunch(Thai set menu) at restaurant. • 02:30pm Return transfer to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Koh Samui 1 city · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel transfer from Lamai, Butterfly Garden, Chaweng, Bangpor, Maenam, Bophut, Cheongmon, Bangrak
Lunch(Thai set menu), Soft drinks(water, cola), Fresh fruit
Life jacket, Snorkeling mask
Accident Insurance

What's Not Included

Admission Fee(50THB per person)
Extra Transfer Charge 700 Baht/PAX/Way : Nathon, Taling Ngam, Pagka, Lipanoi, Lipayai

Know before you go

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not suitable for pets
Not stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Child ticket age between 4-11 years.
Guests who are pregnant or have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are not recommended to join the tour
There is a minimum of 10 people required to run this tour! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
This activity is not recommended for guests arriving by cruise ship or large boat.
For the mentioned service. • Not transferable to any other service or person. • Please arrive in the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the scheduled for departure.
You can also get picked up from anywhere in Koh Samui. • An extra charge will be applied for transfer in some Koh Samui areas. (To be advised) • Free hotel pick up from Lamai, Butterfly Garden, Chaweng, Bangpor, Maenam, Bophut, Cheongmon, Bangrak • Extra Transfer Charge 700 Baht/PAX/Way : Nathon, Taling Ngam, Pagka, Lipanoi, Lipayai • Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time • If you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after we have moved from your hotel, you may be considered a no-shows