Six stops in Ang Thong National Marine Park with no more than 16 people on board. The national park fee, breakfast, lunch and kayaking are already in the price, so there is nothing to pay on the day.
฿3890 per adult, ฿2890 per child (4-10 years), children under 4 free
National park fee
Included in the price
Days
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Group size
Small group, maximum 16 people
Duration
Hotel pickup 07:00-07:30, speedboat leaves Maenam Pier at 08:30, back on Koh Samui at 17:30
Route
Emerald Lake, Wua Ta Lap viewpoint, snorkeling at Koh Wao, kayaking at Koh Sam Sao, lunch on Koh Phaluai, Song Pee Nong beach
Included
Hotel transfer, park fee, light breakfast, buffet lunch, fruit and soft drinks, snorkeling gear, kayaking, life jacket, English-speaking guide, accident insurance
Not suitable
Pregnant women; the tour is guided in English
Prices and schedule checked:
02 — Photos
From our tours
03 — Highlights
What you will see
No more than 16 guests, so every stop feels quiet and unhurried
Six stops instead of the usual four, including the remote Song Pee Nong beach
Look down on the Emerald Lake and on the whole archipelago from two viewpoints
Snorkel at Koh Wao and paddle a kayak along the cliffs of Koh Sam Sao
One price covers everything: park fee, two meals, drinks, kayaks and insurance
What makes it VIP
The difference is the size of the group and the price that already covers everything. Regular group speedboats come in different sizes, and in high season the big three-engine boats take well over 30 people; here the limit is 16. The national park fee is paid by the operator, so you do not need cash for the ticket office.
Breakfast at Maenam Pier
After the hotel pickup you check in at Maenam Pier on the north coast of Koh Samui, have a light breakfast and get your snorkeling gear before the boat leaves at 08:30. The crossing takes about 45 minutes.
The Emerald Lake and the 42-island view
The morning starts at Thale Nai, the saltwater lake hidden inside Mae Ko island, then continues to Koh Wua Ta Lap, the park headquarters, where a trail climbs to the viewpoint over the archipelago. There is time to swim from the white beach afterwards.
Reef, kayaks and lunch
At Koh Wao you snorkel over the coral, at Koh Sam Sao you take a kayak along the coast, and lunch is a buffet on Koh Phaluai, one of the two inhabited islands of the park.
Song Pee Nong and the way back
The last stop is the secluded beach of Song Pee Nong. The boat leaves the park at 16:30 and you are back on Koh Samui at 17:30.
04 — Schedule
The day hour by hour
Hotel pickup and minivan transfer to Maenam Pier
Check-in, light breakfast, equipment and safety briefing
Departure to Ang Thong National Marine Park
Arrival in the park: the Emerald Lake on Mae Ko
Koh Wua Ta Lap: hike to the viewpoint, swimming and beach time
Koh Wao: snorkeling over the coral reef
Koh Sam Sao: beach, photos and kayaking
Koh Phaluai: buffet lunch
Song Pee Nong beach: free time
Departure back to Koh Samui
Arrival on Koh Samui, transfer to your hotel
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
National park entrance fee
Light breakfast and buffet lunch
Fresh fruit and soft drinks
Snorkeling gear and life jacket
Kayaking
English-speaking guide
Accident insurance
Not included
Alcoholic drinks
05 — Good to know
Before you go
The tour runs on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Bring a copy or a photo of your passport: the number is asked at check-in for the insurance.
The route can change with the weather; the captain decides what is safe.
For safety reasons the tour is not booked for pregnant women.
The tour is guided in English.
06 — Questions
Questions and answers
How much does the Ang Thong VIP speedboat tour cost?
฿3890 per adult and ฿2890 per child aged 4-10. Children under 4 go free. Hotel transfer, the national park fee, breakfast, lunch, drinks, snorkeling, kayaking and insurance are included.
Is the national park fee included?
Yes. Unlike the regular speedboat and big boat tours, the VIP price already includes the Ang Thong park fee, so you pay nothing extra on the day.
On which days does the VIP tour run?
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
How many people are on the boat?
No more than 16 guests.
What time does it start and finish?
Pickup from your hotel is between 07:00 and 07:30, the boat leaves Maenam Pier at 08:30 and returns to Koh Samui at 17:30, then you are driven back to your hotel.
What is the difference from the regular speedboat tour?
The regular speedboat tour costs ฿1890 plus the ฿300 park fee, runs daily and takes a bigger group to four stops. The VIP tour has up to 16 guests, six stops, breakfast and the park fee included.
Can children join?
Yes. Children aged 4-10 pay ฿2890 and children under 4 go free. The tour is not available for pregnant women.
What should I bring?
A copy or photo of your passport, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
Reviews
Reviews of the VIP Speedboat tour
5.0 out of 55 reviews
Irene Kissel
On May 9, I went on a tour to Ang Thong National Marine Park. It was truly unforgettable! The snorkeling was incredible, and the underwater world amazed me with colorful fish of all shapes and sizes. I couldn’t take my eyes off them. I even managed kayaking, which turned out to be a fun and accessible way to explore the islands. The water was such a stunning shade of emerald green, absolutely mesmerizing. We were on a speedboat with just 16 people, which made the trip feel very personal. The crew was extremely attentive to every little detail. Our guide Ruby was cheerful and talkative, with such great energy! Thank you for such a wonderful experience! 🏝️
Paul Ulchenko
Today we had a full-day program at Ang Thong National Marine Park. We chose the VIP tour and were very glad we did. A small group always makes for a more fulfilling experience. We were picked up from our hotel at 7:30 AM. There were only 16 people, and we were brought to the pier in two separate vans. The staff welcomed us warmly, registered everyone, and offered tea and coffee. Throughout the day, they provided drinking water and soft drinks like lemonade.
It took about 30 minutes to reach the first stop. We sat at the front of the boat and enjoyed the stunning ocean views. The first activity was snorkeling. We were given masks and life vests, and we saw a variety of fish and beautiful corals. At the next stop, we hiked to a viewpoint. The tour guides from the boat led the group, took photos for everyone, and were always there to help, offering a hand when needed.
At the third stop, we went kayaking. We paddled around the rocks and back, which was just enough to enjoy the water. After that, we swam near the boat. The fourth stop was lunch, and afterward, some people chose to hike up a hill while others stayed by the sea. The hike was tough, about 500 meters, but we climbed 150 meters, took some great photos, and went back down to swim.
It was a packed and exciting day. I highly recommend this trip. Everything was well organized and stress-free.
Eliza
Everything went great, we were lucky enough to snorkel in the rain. Then, in the second half of the tour, the sun came out and we enjoyed the views from the top of the mountain on the last island.
Chrys Fernandez
We had a good day on the tour. The guide and the staff were great. The hikes are definitely recommended. The kayaking felt a little short, but was fun.
Kate Firth
Everything was great, thank you so much 🙂 The schedule was well planned. We had time to see everything without feeling rushed or having to wait anywhere.
