Thailand Similan Islands Travel Guide

I believe everyone has been to many places in Thailand, such as Phuket, Koh Samui and so on. Smilan Island was only opened this year, and many of them have never been there. Then you must not know much about Similan Island, so let Bian Xiao introduce you.

where is Similan island?

Located in the Andaman Sea, 9km northwest of Phuket, Thailand, it has the most primitive marine environment in Thailand.

As the name implies, Sri Lanka is composed of nine beautiful islands, among which No.1, No.2 and No.3 are turtle breeding reserves, which are closed to the public. On the 5th, 6th, 7th and 9th, you are allowed to go to the island, but you can snorkel and see the fantastic underwater world. Of the nine islands, only the 4th and 8th can visit the island.

opening hours/policies this year

1. The opening hours this year are from October 15th, 216 to May 15th, 216.

2. There is a limit to the number of tourists coming to the island every day, up to 325!

it not only ensures the ecological environment, but also improves the tourist experience.

3. The accommodation on the island and the accommodation on board are cancelled.

In order to protect the ecological environment here this year, island accommodation and boat accommodation will be cancelled ~, and the one-day round trip to Inner Milan will make the journey more hectic. According to this year's comprehensive policy, there are restrictions at present and we can't stay. The reserved places will be very tight ~

How to get there?

(1) From Phuket Airport to Koala Island (Koala)

Similan Islands is closer to Koala Island (Koala Island) and an hour's drive from Phuket Airport. There are few buses to koala, so it needs to be booked in advance, and the cost is 17-3 baht.

There are many companies in p>Khalak that offer 1-3 day tours to Similan Islands. If you want to go directly to Similan, you should live in Koala. You don't have to catch the bus early in the morning, and you have plenty of space to choose an agent.

From Patong, Kalong and Kata in Phuket to Smilan Islands.

The popular beaches in Phuket, namely Patong, Kalong and Kata, are about an hour's drive south of Phuket Airport. Several major beaches in Phuket can directly find an agent to book a 1-3-day trip to Similan. The disadvantage is to get up early at six o'clock, take a two-hour bus to Kaolak Port, and then take a boat to Similan Islands. Because of getting up early, the hotel couldn't catch up with breakfast. It's best to tell the hotel one day in advance.

: Smilan must experience

1. Diving (deep diving/snorkeling)

Recommended location: the sea area of Island 9;

Recommended reason:

Island 9 is also a turtle protection base, so it is impossible to land on the island. But pollution-free seawater and rich underwater world make it the best snorkeling place.

Ps: Deep diving requires an intermediate diving certificate, and friends who don't have it can experience snorkeling.

2. Look for turtles, see colorful corals and meet whale sharks.

recommended location: Island 123567;

Recommended reason:

Island p>23 is a turtle breeding reserve and is closed to the public. But snorkeling has a high probability of seeing turtles.

The sea view of p>57 Island is also great! Colorful tropical fish, gorgeous corals, and a certain chance to meet big turtles ~

In addition, from February to April, sharks, whales and other large marine life are the most popular seasons. If you are lucky, you can see whale sharks.

3. Climb the iconic sail stone

Recommended location: Island 8;

Recommended reason:

WonderlandReef on No.8 Similan Island is a popular place to explore the formation of a large number of underwater rocks, and you can also meet some living luminaries here.

Xiangtouyan on No.8 Similan Island is probably the most famous diving area in this group of islands. It is named after an irregularly shaped rock that extends to the southwest corner of Similan Island.

4. Step on the flour beach and shoot a large piece.

recommended location: No.4 Miandao;

Recommended reason:

Here, the height of a large coral reef gradually decreases to about 3-4 meters. As the depth of seawater increases, this position is replaced by sand. There are many colorful tropical fish in the whirlpool and nutrient-rich waters around the island. There are more than 2 qualified diving spots here, many of which have international reputation.