Big tourist boat to Ang Thong Marine Park at the pier on Koh Samui
  1. Ang Thong Marine Park
  2. Big Boat Tour

Ang Thong Big Boat Tour from Koh Samui

The most affordable way to Ang Thong: a large, stable tourist boat with breakfast and lunch on board, two islands, the Emerald Lake and the viewpoint at the top of a 500-meter trail. Kayaking is optional.

  • Daily
  • Full day
  • Hotel pickup
  • Breakfast and lunch
  • Kayaking optional
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From฿1,100per adult, kayaking from ฿1500

01 — At a glance

Big Boat Tour in short

Price without kayaks
฿1100 per adult, ฿700 per child (3-12 years), infants 1-3 years free
Price with kayaks
฿1500 per adult, ฿1000 per child (3-12 years), infants 1-3 years free
National park fee
Not included: ฿300 per adult, ฿150 per child (3-12 years, under 130 cm; taller children pay the adult fee; children under 3 go free)
Duration
Full day: hotel pickup at 07:30, back on Koh Samui at about 17:00
Departure
Daily from Nathon Pier at 08:30
Route
Wua Ta Lap island (viewpoint, langurs, hornbills), lunch on board, Mae Ko island and the Emerald Lake
Included
Hotel transfer, breakfast, buffet lunch, soft drinks, snorkeling gear, English-speaking guide, accident insurance; kayaks with the kayak option
Child ticket
3-12 years and under 130 cm; kayaking from 5 years old

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02 — Photos

From our tours

03 — Highlights

What you will see

  • Lowest price for a full day in Ang Thong, with two meals on board
  • A large boat that rolls far less than a speedboat: good for families and anyone prone to seasickness
  • The 500-meter trail on Wua Ta Lap and the view over the archipelago
  • The Emerald Lake inside Mae Ko island
  • Optional kayaking around the uninhabited islands near Mae Ko

Slow boat, more comfort

The big boat leaves from Nathon Pier on the west coast of Koh Samui and needs about an hour and a half to reach the park, roughly twice as long as a speedboat. In return you get a shaded deck, room to walk around and a much smoother ride.

Breakfast on the way

A light breakfast is served on board right after departure, so there is no need to eat at the hotel before the early pickup.

Koh Wua Ta Lap

The first island is the park headquarters. Walk up to the viewpoint, look into the Bua Bok cave, watch the langurs near the beach or just swim and snorkel with the mask provided on board.

Lunch between the islands

Lunch is served on deck while the boat moves on: three Thai main dishes, a salad, fresh fruit and soft drinks, with the islands all around.

Mae Ko and the Emerald Lake

On the kayak option you paddle to Mae Ko and along the coast; without kayaks a longtail boat takes you ashore. From the beach a stairway climbs to the viewpoint above Thale Nai, the green saltwater lake inside the island.

04 — Schedule

The day hour by hour

  1. Hotel pickup and transfer to Nathon Pier
  2. Departure, light breakfast on board
  3. Koh Wua Ta Lap: viewpoint trail, langurs, hornbills, beach
  4. Buffet lunch on board
  5. Mae Ko island: kayaking and the Emerald Lake
  6. Departure back to Koh Samui
  7. Arrival on Koh Samui, transfer to your hotel

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Breakfast and buffet lunch
  • Soft drinks
  • Snorkeling gear
  • English-speaking guide
  • Accident insurance
  • Kayaking (with the kayak option)

Not included

  • National park fee: ฿300 adult, ฿150 child
  • Kayaking on the basic option
  • Alcoholic drinks
05 — Good to know

Before you go

  • The national park fee is paid separately: ฿300 per adult and ฿150 per child.
  • Child ticket: 3-12 years and under 130 cm. Taller children pay the adult price.
  • Children under 5 are not allowed to kayak in the park, without exceptions.
  • The program can be adjusted to the weather; the operator makes all safety decisions.
  • The tour is guided in English.
06 — Questions

Questions and answers

How much does the Ang Thong big boat tour cost?

Without kayaks ฿1100 per adult and ฿700 per child aged 3-12. With kayaks ฿1500 and ฿1000. Infants aged 1-3 go free. Hotel transfer, breakfast, lunch, soft drinks, snorkeling gear and insurance are included.

Is the national park fee included?

No. It is paid separately: ฿300 per adult and ฿150 per child aged 3-12 and under 130 cm; taller children pay the adult fee; children under 3 go free.

How long does the boat take to Ang Thong?

About 1.5 hours from Nathon Pier to the first island, twice as long as a speedboat.

What time does the tour start and finish?

Pickup is at 07:30, the boat leaves at 08:30 and returns to Koh Samui at about 17:00.

Do I need the kayak option?

Only if you want to paddle around Mae Ko. Without it, a longtail boat takes you ashore and you still see the Emerald Lake. Kayaking is allowed from 5 years old.

Is the big boat good for people who get seasick?

It is the most stable of the Ang Thong tours: a large boat rolls much less than a speedboat on the same sea.

Big boat or speedboat?

The big boat is cheaper and smoother. The speedboat (฿1890) is faster, makes four stops and leaves more time on the islands.

What should I bring?

Swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, a waterproof camera and cash for the park fee.

Reviews

Reviews of the Big Boat tour

5.0 out of 5 17 reviews

Zdatchenko Valeria

The tour was just super. We had a very eventful time. A sea of impressions from the views, kayaking and sandy beaches🥰 and also, what is no less important, excellent service, lunch and snacks) your team is excellent) as a bonus we got into a small storm on the way back) also a plus to the impressions😀

Rina

We went to Ang Thong National Park with my daughter. We were really impressed with the organization of the tour! They responded quickly on messenger and gave us detailed information! In the evening, they informed us about the transfer. They picked us up on time in a comfortable minibus. Everything on the boat was well-organized as well, with water, coffee, and cookies for the whole trip. The islands were beautiful! We climbed up to the viewpoint (it was tough, but the views were amazing). The only thing we wished for was a bit more time to enjoy the pristine beauty, maybe another half hour for swimming! The lunch on board was excellent - hearty and tasty! The crew was very friendly and skillfully helped us transfer to the small boats. We returned to Samui on time, and as soon as we disembarked, the transfer was waiting for us! We left very quickly. I highly recommend this company, they are reliable!

Muskan soni

My experience on this tour was amazing. The team members were helpful and well coordinated. Hiking was the most difficult part, but I enjoyed both the hike and kayaking. It was a memorable experience for me, especially Mae Ko Island, which stayed in my heart. Thank you so much for your services!

Chiara

It was a very nice experience. The most memorable moment was seeing the panorama from the top. The only animal we saw was a monkey.

Debora Capone

It was beautiful, thank you!

Leibkind Roman

It was very cool and we had a lot of fun. Your guide was very nice. Thank you!

Tanya

Good morning. Thank you, we enjoyed everything. All the trips were interesting and left us with lots of great impressions. Were leaving in a couple of days. Thanks again!

Stephen

Good afternoon. I really enjoyed the tour. The transfer was excellent. Your service is outstanding. I will definitely recommend you. Thank you!

Serg

We were thrilled by what we saw, though the weather slightly affected the view. We are very grateful for this tour!!! 🙏🏻 Everything was organized at a high level (price, transfer, food, places visited). We wish you growth and an endless stream of loyal customers 🙏🏻😊

Anna

Wonderful everything. Beautiful sea, beautiful weather, wonderful guide. Very beautiful! Thank you.

Leo

Thank you for the tour! Everything went smoothly, the places were beautiful, and the food was very hearty and delicious. We took a tour with kayaking, it was interesting to paddle around.

Polly

I really enjoyed the tour! They picked me up on time and took me back home. The guide was very nice. We saw a lot of beautiful places and swam on a boat, I was very happy🤗

Serge Shari

Good day! Everything's great! Thank you! The organization is simply excellent. Thai guides are just fantastic 🤗 And thank you very much for your promptness! 🙏

Esanu Roma

We went on a tour with this company, and we really enjoyed it. Everything was organized down to the smallest detail, and they are very attentive to tourists. I recommend it to everyone!!!🙂

Fiona

We chose this company, and not once did we regret it. Everything went great. The organization was excellent. We sunbathed on the islands, visited an observation deck, snorkeled, and kayaked :) We gained a lot of positive emotions and returned home satisfied. On the boat, there was a light breakfast, followed by lunch, and a light snack on the way back.

Veronica

Thank you for the tour. The guides are very attentive, they explain everything and even wrote the meeting time. The lunch was decent. But most importantly, the views are breathtaking. It's an absolute must-see. The ascents are manageable, we climbed with a 9-year-old child. When ascending, make sure to have water. At the very top, you walk in the open sun. But all of this is rewarded with unreal beauty.

Tanni

Thank you very much for organizing this tour. Seeing all these beauties with your own eyes is truly worth it. The organization of the tour, the guide, the lunch, and the islands - everything was excellent. Climbing the mountain was not very difficult, but the view... And then the conquest of the next summit. Wow, it takes your breath away. The day flew by very quickly.

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