8 Best Snorkeling Beaches in Phuket
Where to Enjoy Snorkeling in Phuket
The best places to snorkel in Phuket are just a short distance from some of the island’s most fantastic beaches, making them conveniently accessible and making snorkeling a nice addition to a relaxing day by the sea. However, not all offer the same clear waters and exotic marine habitats.
Snorkeling beaches in Phuket are where you can swim past anemones, parrotfish, and various types of coral. Take a deep breath and kick down the few short meters to take a closer look at lively marine ecosystems in Phuket.
1. Ao Sane
Nai Harn
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Ao Sane is a 200-meter-long beach next to Nai Harn Beach in the south part of Phuket. It has 2 distinct snorkeling areas – one is a sharp drop off into deeper waters populated by parrotfish, clownfish, and eels.
Another prominent snorkeling area in Ao Sane is to the right of a beach restaurant. It’s only accessible at high tide as the coral is close to the surface. The waters surrounding the beach are clear and safe year-round. Mostrar más
Ubicación: Rawai, Muang, Phuket 83100, Thailand
Ao Sane
2. Kata Noi
South of Kata Beach
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Kata Noi Beach is one of Phuket’s most beautiful beaches. The sea here is bright turquoise, especially at the rocky promontories at both ends of the 850-meter beach.
The best time to snorkel is around midday when the beach, especially at its northern part, enjoys the highest water visibility. During the low season (May to October), Kata Noi Beach becomes quite a popular spot for surfers. Mostrar más
Ubicación: Karon, Muang, Phuket 83100, Thailand
Kata Noi
3. Paradise Beach
South of Patong Beach
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Paradise Beach lies around 5 km southwest of Patong, with a coral reef about 100 meters offshore. This 150-meter sheltered beach is managed by Paradise Beach Phuket Club, which offers snorkeling, kayaking, SUP boarding, and scuba diving. You can enjoy good and safe snorkeling as jet skis aren’t allowed to get close to the beach. Mostrar más
Ubicación: 109, Muen-Ngern Road, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150, Thailand
Horario: Daily from 9 am to 7 pm
Teléfono: +66 (0)83 743 9009
Paradise Beach
4. Ya Nui
Between Rawai and Nai Harn Beaches
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Ya Nui Beach, located in the south part of Phuket, has a rocky promontory with lots of brain coral surrounding it. The further you go out, the better the snorkeling gets. If you have a boat, you should head out to the opposite islet, where the waters are teeming with tropical fish.
There’s also good snorkeling along the base of Windmill Hill. The actual beach is usually crowded but you’ll enjoy tranquil waters after passing the ubiquitous moored yachts. Mostrar más
Ubicación: Rawai, Muang, Phuket, Thailand
Ya Nui
5. Laem Ka
Rawai
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Laem Ka is the only eastern-facing beach in the south of Phuket that offers good swimming. The southern end of this sheltered, 150-meter-long beach is rocky but it’s possible to swim out and snorkel at high tide.
The middle part of the beach is dominated by large granite boulders – the habitat of many crab species – while the northern end is a nice swimming spot. Laem Ka Beach is kid-friendly, thanks to its safe waters and shade-giving trees.
Ubicación: Rawai, Muang, Phuket, Thailand
Laem Ka
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Laem Singh Beach lies on the west coast between Kamala and Surin beaches in Phuket. This 150-meter beach is right below a steep promontory, with palm trees and giant boulders dotting the sandy expanse. The southern part of the beach is excellent for swimming and snorkeling, with loads of fish to see around a rocky headland. Mostrar más
Ubicación: Kamala, Kathu, Phuket 83120, Thailand
Laem Singh Beach
7. Snorkeling off nearby islands
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The Phi Phi Islands are an outstanding snorkeling destination, with an incredible variety of tropical fish and bright coral. Join a day tour or arrange a private boat charter – trips usually run year-round. Closer to Phuket are the Coral, Racha, and Khai Nok islands, each offering clear waters and abundant marine life just offshore.
If you join a snorkeling excursion, make sure to use the services of an operator with good safety standards. Many of the cut-rate tours take people to the most crowded bays at peak periods – not so enjoyable when all you see in the water are other snorkelers. Chartering a boat is an excellent way to avoid the crowds.
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The Similan Islands are among Southeast Asia’s largest dive sites, with over 200 species of hard corals, colorful tropical fish, and even sea turtles and sharks. Located just 84 km northwest of Phuket, this archipelago is also a popular stop for yachts and tour boats. While Similan is world-famous for diving, snorkeling is a fine experience too. Mostrar más
Horario: Daily from 15 October to 15 May (dates may vary)
Similan Islands
Categoría: Aventura
- Wear sunscreen or/and a T-shirt – the sun’s rays are magnified by the water
- Be wary of jet skis and make yourself as visible as possible while snorkeling
- Always defog your mask before diving.
- Kicking from the hip is the most effective way to use your fins
- Do not touch coral under any circumstances Mostrar más
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