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 Smilan Island?

Located in the Andaman Sea, 90 kilometers northwest of Phuket, Thailand, it has the most primitive marine environment in Thailand.

As the name implies, Sri Lanka consists of nine beautiful islands, of which 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 fourth and eighth can land on the island.

Opening hours/policies this year

1. The opening hours this year are: 20 1610/October15-201May16.

There is a limit to the number of tourists coming to the island every day, up to 3250!

It not only ensures the ecological environment, but also enhances the tourist experience.

3. Island accommodation and on-board accommodation are cancelled.

In order to protect the ecological environment here this year, accommodation on the island and on board will be cancelled, and a 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 you can't stay. The reserved places will be very tight ~

How to get there?

(1) 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 is necessary to book in advance, and the cost is 1700-3000 baht.

Khalak has many companies acting as agents for the 3-day tour of Smilan Islands1-. 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 Similan Islands.

Patong, Kalong and Kata, the popular beaches in Phuket, are about 1 hour drive from the south of Phuket Airport. You can book a 3-day trip to Similan at 1-3 directly from several major beaches in Phuket. 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 go through

1. Diving (deep diving/snorkeling)

Recommended location: the sea area of No.9 Island;

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 no friends can experience snorkeling.

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

Recommended location: Island123567;

Recommended reason:

Island 23 is a turtle breeding reserve and is not open to the public. But snorkeling has a high probability of seeing turtles.

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

In addition, February to April is the most popular season for large marine life such as sharks and whales. If you are lucky, you can see whale sharks.

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, where you can also meet some living celebrities.

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 big film.

Recommended location: No.4 Miandao;

Recommended reason:

Here, the height of a large coral reef gradually decreases to about 30-40 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 20 qualified diving spots here, many of which have international reputation.