Snorkeling In Phuket

Racha Island is a very beautiful island in Phuket and it is rich in lush green fauna. The color palette of clear blue water, white sand, and lush greenery make the island almost picturesque perfect. Racha island is famous for its shallow water where you can swim and snorkel with various small species of fish like parrotfish and catfish. The island has two bays, Patok and Siam, which is a paradise for divers, making Racha Island one of the best destinations for snorkeling in Phuket.

Nai Harn is one of the most beautiful beaches in Phuket with a super soft and smooth sandy extent towered by dense green hills. The beach is surrounded by white sand and tiny little islands. It gives a laid-back vibe and is less crowded as compared to the west coast beaches. Due to its less crowd, the beach remains clean and the water is crystal clear, enhancing its turquoise blue color.

Kata Noi Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Phuket. The beach is 850 m long and on both ends of the beach, you will find uniquely shaped rocky promontories. They add beauty to the beach with the water remaining a bright shade of turquoise. The best time to snorkel here is around the middle of the day and it is recommended to choose the northern part of the beach that has the best visibility. During the peak season, this beach remains popular for surfing and snorkeling in Phuket.

Paradise Beach is located 500 m southwest of Patong. It is a small beach with a length of about 150 meters. With granite rocks at both ends of the beach, the place offers some of the amazing sunset sceneries. There are coral reefs around 100 m offshore, offering one of the best snorkeling experiences in Phuket.

Ya Nui Beach is located in the South of Phuket and the beach has a rocky promontory and is surrounded by many coral reefs. The further you go into the water the better the snorkeling experience gets and it is recommended to go the opposite islet if you have a boat. Here you will get to swim with diverse tropical marine life and you will have the best experience if you snorkel around the base of Windmill Hill.

The beach is kid-friendly as it is very compact with a length of around 150 meters. The Southern end of the beach is rocky but swimming and snorkeling are possible during high tides. The middle part of the beach is filled with boulders and serves as an appropriate habitat for the crabs. The northern part of the beach is the best part for swimming and snorkeling.

It is hidden between Kamala Beach and Surin Beach, offering a secret vibe to the visitors, yet it is visible from one of the viewpoints in Phuket. The beach is located on the steep side and acts as a viewpoint with palm trees and boulders adding to the beauty of the beach. However, the southern part of the beach is perfect for swimming and snorkeling as many fishes can be seen around the rocky headland.

Phi Phi Islands is a combination of six islands and The Hin Klang is located just in the middle of the Andaman Sea, yet not very deep. Phi Phi Leh, Koh Phi Phi Don and Bamboo Island have many snorkeling spots offering tourists an abundance of coral reefs as they have the world’s largest deposit of coral. With the pristine beaches and lively parties that are hosted on the islands, Phi Phi is one of the most popular places.

The Similan Islands are a combination of nine islands and are not very far from Phuket. These islands are famous for snorkeling and diving and give the best experience of snorkeling in Phuket. During your visit to this place, you can take part in a number of snorkeling tours along with your pals to discover the underwater magic and come across a wide range of coral ridges and marine species. These islands will also offer you a wonderful chance to capture some of the stunning underwater snaps as well.