Things to do in

Ko Lipe

Experience Thailand’s sea life and coral reefs on this group snorkeling tour around the inner and outer zones of Ko Lipe (also Koh Lipe) by longtail boat. See firsthand why the zones of Lipe are known as the “Maldives of Thailand.” Visit a total of 8 unique spots. The inner and outer zones of Lipe feature crystal-clear waters and many islands. Marvel at seven different colors of coral and swim amongst a variety of fishes. There’s an entire world to see under the water. Explore six spots in the outside zone: Hin Son Island, Koh Ror kloy, Koh Phangan, Koh Phai, Ao Ling, and Dong Island. Then, explore two spots in the inside zone: Koh Phueng Island and Hin Ngam Island.

Experience unique coral reefs and sea life on this group snorkeling tour to the outside zones of Ko Lipe (also Koh Lipe) by longtail boat. See firsthand why the outer zone of Lipe is known as the “Maldives of Thailand.” Start by meeting at Phataya Beach, then head out on your adventure. The full itinerary includes: 1. Hin Son Island: Marvel at this island’s large stones that are stacked on top of each other. It is a unique sight. 2. Ror Kloy Island: See water that is truly clear. This island features shallow waters and scenic views. 3. Kam Nan Beach: Enjoy a shallow swimming point at this beach. 4. Dong Island: Stop for diving and witness this island’s numerous sea anemones. 5. Phueng Island: At this point along the tour, see mustard coral and many kinds of fish. 6. Monkey Beach: Take a break and have a box lunch with the group. This stop is known to have a lot of monkeys. It is recommended that participants take extra care of themselves and their belongings at this stop. 7. Phai Island: Continue your adventure with more coral reefs and fish. 8. Hin Ngam Island: This island is known for having similar looking "lumps" throughout the island: round with shiny black skin. Take photos of this unique feature to remember your time here. 9. Jabang: This point will be the highlight of Lipe, thanks to its corals in seven different colors. At the conclusion of your trip, enjoy complimentary underwater photographs taken with a GoPro.

Travel to see the famous Black Rock Island, also known as Koh Hin Ngam. The island is completely made up of flat black stones. It is known that those who take the stones from this island will face bad luck, and many who have done so have come back to return their rocks.  Next, visit Jabang Island to snorkel in clear blue waters. From the surface you can already sea the vast coral reefs and colorful fish below. Here you will see yellow, purple and pink soft coral as well as clown fish. Then, stop at Adang Island, the gem of Tarutao National Marine Park. Enjoy the remote island away from the crowds of tourists. At Adang you can also choose to hike up to a viewpoint to see a stunning panorama of the islands. Next stop is Koh Yang, where you will enjoy some more snorkeling. Here you will get the chance to see moray eels, lion fish, parrot fish, clown fish and many more. Finally, head back to Koh Lipe to enjoy a stunning sunset over the horizon.

Embark on an underwater snorkeling adventure from Koh Lipe in the South Andaman Sea. Sit back and relax on a traditional Thai long tail boat as you’re taken from island to island, each one unique. Marvel at the granite stones at Koh Hin Son and swim down to the multi-colored coral reef at Koh Rokloy. The full-day boat tour will also include a visit to the glorious white sand beaches of Koh Ravi where you will enjoy a delicious local lunch before setting off to Koh Dong to spot anemones in the sea and then Ao Ling to find monkeys ashore. Continue your journey with a visit to Koh Hin Ngam, unique for being one of the only islands in Satun Province with a black rock beach. Local legend says that if you can stack 12 pebbles on top of each other, all your wishes will come true. After a long day of snorkeling, swimming, and taking pictures, hop back onto the boat and head back to Koh Lipe.

Experience the best of the islands of Satun Province on a day trip. See beautiful beaches, stunning scenery, and incredible coral reefs. Meet your guide at Pak Bara pier, where you will board the speed boat. First, head to Ko Khai, famous for its white sandy beach and crystal clear water. Check out its rock archway, the emblem of Satun province. Legend has it that couples who walk through it will get married. Next, sail to Ko Lipe for a guided tour. Marvel at its two beautiful white-sand beaches separated by jungle-covered hills and close to protected coral reefs. Following the tour of Ko Lipe, hop back on the boat to take in the beautiful shallow coral reef at Rong Nam Ja Bung, where you can take incredible photos. Next, sail to Ko Hin Ngam for snorkeling among incredible marine wildlife. Admire the black shiny rocks on the beach, a striking contrast to the white sand beaches on the other islands, like Sai Khao beach on Ko Ra Wi, your next stop. Next, visit Ko Yang, where you will enjoy some more snorkeling. Here you will get the chance to see leaf coral as well as an array of fish. Finally, take in Rue Bai beach at Ko Adang, the gem of Tarutao National Marine Park, before heading back to the pier.