Snorkeling Trip at Koh Tan & Koh Madsum From Koh Samui

7 Hours Round trip from Koh Samui Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Snorkel around the protected reefs of Koh Tan
02 See coral, giant clams, and tropical fish
03 Relax, swim, or kayak at Koh Madsum
04 Enjoy white sandy beach time on a nearby island
05 Thai set-menu lunch included
06 Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected Koh Samui areas

Escape Koh Samui for a relaxed island-hopping day to Koh Tan and Koh Madsum, two nearby islands known for calm waters, tropical marine life, and laid-back beach scenery. This easy speedboat trip combines snorkeling over protected reefs with free time to swim, kayak, or unwind on white sandy shores.

Discover coral and tropical fish around Koh Tan, then continue to Koh Madsum for beach time and island views before returning for a Thai set-menu lunch. With hotel transfers included, it’s a convenient way to enjoy a scenic day 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 you are snorkeling. • 11:30am Arrive at Koh Madsum, the natural beach where you can Kayak around the island, swim, and simply relax on the beach. • 01:30pm Come back to the pier for having lunch(Thai set menu) at restaurant. • 02:30pm Return tranter to your hotel. The tour program is subject to change due to the weather & sea conditions• 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 you are snorkeling.• 11:30am Arrive at Koh Madsum, the natural beach where you can Kayak around the island, swim, and simply relax on the beach.• 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