Why choose Similan?
The "Emerald of the Andaman Sea" is only open 180 days a year (usually mid-October to mid-May of the following year). With sea visibility of over 30 meters, coral reefs coexist with sea turtles and whale sharks, making it a "dream island" for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts around the world!
Booking Terms & Conditions
- Booking ProcessPrior to booking, please consult our online customer service to confirm availability. Proceed with payment and fill in your travel details only after availability is confirmed. Your booking will be deemed successful only when you receive the itinerary confirmation letter and travel agreement via email. Please carefully verify all travel information. Booking without prior availability confirmation may result in no slots being available.
- Itinerary ArrangementThe itinerary displayed on the page is for reference only. The actual duration of each activity and the sequence of attractions may be adjusted slightly according to on-site conditions, and the on-the-day arrangement shall prevail.
- Itinerary Cancellation & ModificationAfter your booking is confirmed, any cancellation or rescheduling request must be confirmed by contacting our online customer service. Silent refund applications (i.e., applying without prior confirmation) will be deemed invalid, and cancellation or modification fees may apply.
- Physical RestrictionsSpecial activities such as offshore excursions and snorkeling have requirements regarding age, height, weight and physical fitness. Please consult our customer service in advance to confirm that you meet the requirements before making a booking.
Taijinma Company, 6 major services to make your trip worry-free
- Chinese-speaking guide+ island-wide transfers: Pick up at your Phuket/Khao Lak Beach hotel. guide has 3+ years of experience leading tours, and the entire tour is buided commentary in Chinese, making it easy for even beginners to join the tour.
- Customized itinerary: Covering core islands such as No. 8 (Sail Rock), No. 4 (White Sand Beach), and No. 9 (Turtle Snorkeling Spot), you can take celebrity photos and snorkel and chase turtles!
- Free water fun: Each boat comes standard with snorkeling equipment, and some boats (such as the Orange Treasure) have water slides, which will fill up your social media feed~
- All-inclusive dining: Three meals + afternoon tea (on select ships), including Thai fried noodles, Tom Yum Goong soup, and a fruit plate... Enjoy delicious meals even while sailing!
- A stunning onboard experience: a spacious waiting area and a popular boat – you'll be photographed before you even set sail!
- 10 years of reputation certification: Serving over 192,000 visitors, with a Trip.com rating of 4.9 points, the experience is guaranteed~
Classic itinerary reference (taking Chengbao as an example, with slight adjustments depending on the ship type)
- 07:30 - 08:30: Pick up at Phuket / Khao Lak Beach Hotel
- 09:30: Board the ship at the pier, take photos on the deck and enjoy breakfast
- 10:30: First stop for snorkeling (e.g. Island 5, "Eel Garden," to see white eels peeking out of sand holes)
- 12:00: Land on Island 4, stroll along the "Pink Beach" and buffet lunch
- 13:30: Climb to Island 8, climb to the top of the Sail Rock Observation Deck, and take photos of the blue-green gradient jelly sea
- 3:00 PM: Snorkel at Island 9, where you may encounter turtles and colorful fish (and if you're lucky, you might even see a whale shark!)
- 16:30: Return, enjoy afternoon tea/ice cream + sunset on the boat
- 18:30: Return to hotel, end of tour
Booking tips
- Ordering process: Before placing an order, you need to consult the online customer support to confirm that there are seats, then make the payment and fill in the travel information. The booking is successful when you receive the itinerary confirmation letter and travel agreement in your email. You need to carefully check the travel information. If you place an order without checking the seats, there may not be any seats available.
- Itinerary: The itinerary on this page is an ideal reference. The actual tour time and order of attractions may be slightly adjusted due to circumstances. Please refer to the actual arrangements on the day.
- Cancellation and Rescheduling: After the itinerary is issued, cancellations or rescheduling must be confirmed by contacting the online customer support. Silent refund applications are invalid and may incur cancellation and rescheduling fees.
- Force Majeure: If the itinerary is changed/cancelled/passengers are stranded due to force majeure such as weather, war, natural disasters, etc., all other expenses incurred are to be borne by the passengers themselves.
- Physical restrictions: premium experiences such as going to sea and snorkeling have requirements on age, height, weight, and physical fitness. You need to consult customer support in advance to confirm that your physical condition meets the requirements before placing an order.
How to choose a boat? 6 popular boat types to choose from
Taijinma matches exclusive boat types according to budget and experience requirements
Ship type name Ship type characteristics Suitable for people Core highlights


Orange Treasure
Ship type: Double-decker cruise(newly upgraded)
Crowd: visitors who seek comfort and love taking photos
Highlights: Large sun deck + sunset cruise + three meals + afternoon tea


Colorful
Boat type: Double-decker speedboating
Crowd: Budget-friendly, want to play with a new boat
Highlights: Early Bird/Lazy Bird Itinerary (no need to wake up early) + Second-Layer Net Bag Check-in


Swan
Ship type: double-decker catamaran
Crowd: Prefer established shipping companies and players seeking stability
Highlights: Experienced boat operator + rich snorkeling experience


Blue Whale
Ship type: catamaran
Crowd: Family travel, like large space
Highlights: Comfortable seating + sundeck + island-wide transfers + three meals a day


TSK speedboating
Boat type: high-speed speedboating
People: high cost performance, pursuit of efficiency
Highlights: Quick landing + Chinese guide+ three meals included


Love speedboating
Boat type: high-speed speedboating
Crowd: Young people with limited budget
Highlights: High cost performance + island-wide transfers + snorkeling experience






