How do you get to Similan Island?
Getting to the Similan Islands The islands are accessible from Tab Lamu Port, south of Khal Lak in Phang Nga Province. Boats depart from Tab Lamu daily from mid-October until mid-May. It takes about 3 hours to get there on a slow boat and about 70 minutes on a speedboat.
In what province are the famous Similan Islands?
Phang Nga Province
The Similan Islands (Thai: หมู่เกาะสิมิลัน, RTGS: Mu Ko Similan, Thai pronunciation: [mùː kɔ̀ʔ si. mi. lan], Malay: Pulau Sembilan) is an archipelago in the Andaman Sea off the coast of, and part of, Phang Nga Province in southern Thailand.
How many islands are in the Similan Islands?
11 islands
Established as a national park in 1982, Similan Islands are an archipelago of 11 islands in the Andaman Sea, 70 km off the coast in Phang Nga Province.
How do you dive in Similan island?
The only way to get to the Similan Islands is by boat. Speedboats, daytrip boats and liveaboards are all bringing scuba divers there. Our Sea Bees daytrip boat can bring you to the Similans in less than 2 hours. And we run 2 liveaboards with 3 and 6 day trips.
Can you see manta rays in Thailand?
Besides the Similan Islands and Hin Daeng, there are few other dive sites in Thailand where manta rays can can be seen. Manta rays are never seen in the Gulf of Thailand (Koh Tao and Koh Samui or Koh Chang). Going on a Similan liveaboard is definitely the best chance of seeing a manta ray in Thailand.
Where are the Similan Islands?
In this article, I walk you through the best of the island, sharing details to help you plan a trip of a lifetime to this gorgeous location. Off the west coast of Southern Thailand, located in the glistening waters of the Andaman Sea, are the beautiful Similan Islands.
Where can I rent snorkeling gear in Similan Islands?
Snorkeling gear can be rented from the Similan Islands Marine National Park Headquarters. Travelers who go for day trips from nearby Phuket or Khao Lak can also bring their own gear to avoid having to rent some when you get there.
How many days do you need to dive the Similan Islands?
Four-day trips that visit both the Similan and Surin Islands are the most popular. We highly recommend liveaboard diving if you want to get the most out of your diving experience. These tours take you to all the main dive sites and offer a mixture of dives ranging in difficulty as well as night dives!
Is Koh Similan the most interesting dive area in the world?
This is a sight to behold in itself but then you as soon as you delve beneath the waters, you will discover why Koh Similan is one of the top 10 most interesting dive areas in the world!