Surin Liveaboard Tours
Surin Liveaboard Tours
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Experience the best snorkeling in Thailand from a purpose-built live-aboard boat. We take you on the trip of a lifetime to the spectacular Surin Islands and Richelieu Rock (if conditions permit). During the day you can go snorkeling, explore deserted beaches, or just relax on the boat. At night we lay anchor in scenic and protected quiet bays. Surin Tours by Poseidon Bungalows have been running popular snorkeling tours for over 30 years. We are the single longest running tour operator on the Andaman Sea and are proud of our outstanding safety record. The safety and the comfort of our guests is our highest priority. You will enjoy a far quieter, more comfortable, and relaxed Surin Islands tour compared to the faster, but crowded speedboats. Sleep in air-conditioned comfort in double or single bunks and have room to move and relax on your Surin Island snorkeling tour. For just 10900฿ - it's still the best value-for-money and most popular Surin liveaboard snorkeling trip available.
Khao Lak, Thailand
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Gerry Campbell
Ko Samui, Thailand20 contributions
I have been on the Poseidon 3 day boat trips to both the Similan & Surin islands. Their snorkeling trips are well organized and reasonably priced. Their boat is basic but fun & comfortable. The food is really good & the snorkelling excellent, at about 8 different locations around the Surins spread over 3 days. Great variety of marine life & water clarity. An enjoyable & relaxing trip to an unspoiled marine sanctuary, with turquoise waters & dense, unbroken green vegetation on the islands. The best liveaboard snorkelling trip in Thailand & a really memorable experience.
Written 13 December 2019
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We are really grateful for you detailed and heartfelt review. We appreciate the positive feedback and hope to see you back again on one of our small group and intimate snorkeling tours of the Surin archipelago.
Written 14 December 2019
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Inga O
Verona, Italy53 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
Thanks to Poseidone Bungalows and its management we had the most amazing 4 days in Khao Lak!
The little houses are spread trough out a most green jungle with colorful flowers and if you’re lucky you can spot a colibrì or a lizard :) There two types of bungalows, wooden and made of brick, we had the original wooden kind and it was perfect, kind of romantic, we could hear the calming sound of the waves in the night.
They have a little but comfortable private beach, from were we saw the most incredible sunset.
The facility offers different services, like renting a kayak or scooter which were really comfortable to have on the spot.
Walking distance there is a long beac that took us to the Khao lack’s national park and on the same we tried a Thai massage from true professionals.
Next time we hope add to the stay their famous tours to Similan island which looked like crazy fun!
The biggest thanks to David that was always available to help and guide us; not to forget the staff from the restaurant which served us the most delicious meals, their fried ice cream is unforgettable!
Hope to see all you guys soon!
The little houses are spread trough out a most green jungle with colorful flowers and if you’re lucky you can spot a colibrì or a lizard :) There two types of bungalows, wooden and made of brick, we had the original wooden kind and it was perfect, kind of romantic, we could hear the calming sound of the waves in the night.
They have a little but comfortable private beach, from were we saw the most incredible sunset.
The facility offers different services, like renting a kayak or scooter which were really comfortable to have on the spot.
Walking distance there is a long beac that took us to the Khao lack’s national park and on the same we tried a Thai massage from true professionals.
Next time we hope add to the stay their famous tours to Similan island which looked like crazy fun!
The biggest thanks to David that was always available to help and guide us; not to forget the staff from the restaurant which served us the most delicious meals, their fried ice cream is unforgettable!
Hope to see all you guys soon!
Written 30 October 2019
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Thanks for your lovely review! Means a lot to all of us. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next trip to Thailand :)
Written 6 November 2019
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Beth C
Rock Hill, SC78 contributions
Feb 2019
If you love snorkeling and exploring the underwater world, this trip is for you. Three days on and off the boat to snorkel in crystal clear water, delicious Thai food, seeing the stars without other light pollution. It's not luxury accommodations but comfortable. Life jackets are available if you are not a confident swimmer.
Written 25 July 2019
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Thanks for your great feedback. It makes us happy to read such reviews and know how much our guests enjoyed our snorkeling liveaboard trips to Surin. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Written 6 November 2019
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Flosswald
1 contribution
Nov 2019 • Couples
What a beautiful way to spend some time away from civilisation.
The way to slow down Your life pace, at least for a few days.
Our trip started with some engine troubles, but who cares. The captain fixed it, while we were watching sea eagles and got to know each other.
Then slowly off to a beautiful set of islands in clear waters.
The crew and the guide were like family and there was never any stress or tension on the boat.
And by the way, the food was delicious.
We have been to Similan islands as well, where the crowd was killing the enjoyment.
We recommend this trip to anybody, who likes to slow down, enjoys tranquility and a time to remember.
The way to slow down Your life pace, at least for a few days.
Our trip started with some engine troubles, but who cares. The captain fixed it, while we were watching sea eagles and got to know each other.
Then slowly off to a beautiful set of islands in clear waters.
The crew and the guide were like family and there was never any stress or tension on the boat.
And by the way, the food was delicious.
We have been to Similan islands as well, where the crowd was killing the enjoyment.
We recommend this trip to anybody, who likes to slow down, enjoys tranquility and a time to remember.
Written 25 December 2019
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Thanks for your honest and kind feedback. We are glad you loved the relaxing pace of the tour, the buffet meals and our experienced captain and crew. We are sorry for the slight delay early in the trip (discarded fishing gear and/or plastic waste had fouled the bilge pump and had to be removed). Discarded fishing nets and plastics are a significant problem worldwide and very harmful to marine life as well as boats! Thanks again for your lovely review - we will be sure to pass it on to the captain and crew :) Warmest regards from the Poseidon family team.
Written 26 December 2019
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Pui_Wong747
Khao Lak, Thailand1 contribution
Nov 2019 • Couples
Absolutely loved this trip to Surin - definitely the highlight of of our 3 weeks in Thailand. We saw huge variety of marine life; Sea turtles, reef sharks, manta rays, massive moray eels, cuttlefish and surprisingly healthy coral reefs and fish populations. Food was almost to much to handle- tray after tray of delicious Thai food (they catered for vegans which was important for us!) and friendly crew. We had just 7 lovely guests on our trip which was great and Max was an informative and fun guide. Highly recommend this over the hectic day tours. Simply the best!
Written 12 December 2019
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Thanks for you kind feedback - it means a lot to all the staff and crew. We strive to take our guests away from the crowds and show you the very best snorkeling spots.
Our experienced captain and crew knows how to find the quiet hidden spots. No matter which way the sea breeze is blowing we find the calmest waters to snorkel in, well away from the noisy day speedboats.
Written 13 December 2019
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Patrick F
Gävle, Sweden18 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
This was truly amazing. One of the best experiences we've had ever. The guide Esther was absolutely amazing. The trip, snorkling, food, boat and crew the very, very best. We will do this again. I would recommend everyone this trip. Really good with children.
Written 6 January 2019
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Bethina J
14 contributions
Feb 2018 • Family
Absolutely fantastic and beautiful trip round the Similan Islands.
Esther was a fantastic guide.
Food on the boat was also really fantastic!
Esther was a fantastic guide.
Food on the boat was also really fantastic!
Written 7 March 2018
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Terese Fritz
31 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
For the second time we're joining Duangta on a three day snorkeling trip and there's a reason for us coming back!
I'm so grateful for the opportunity to experience the wonderful life on earth and underneath the surface and believe that this arrangement helps the human kind to be more compassionate and caring for mother earth.
I'm so grateful for the opportunity to experience the wonderful life on earth and underneath the surface and believe that this arrangement helps the human kind to be more compassionate and caring for mother earth.
Written 15 December 2019
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Thanks so much for your lovely feedback - it means a lot to all the staff and crew. We look forward to more underwater and tropical sailing adventures with you.
Written 16 December 2019
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Anders R
Gnesta, Sweden3 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Just home from our 8th trip on the boat. For anyone, who wants a relaxed nature experience, this is it! Highly experienced and skilled crew, amazingly good food and natural wonders all around you. I for one will never stop coming back on the adorable boat Duangta.
Written 12 December 2019
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Thanks so much Anders! We love welcoming you and Anna back every year - and helping you discover new and wonderful sea creatures and colorful coral formations in the rich, warm, turquoise waters of the incredible Surin archipelago. We can't wait to welcome you both back for your 9th trip next year!!
Written 13 December 2019
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marcus
Helsingborg, Sweden2 contributions
Had a great time, nice sleeping tolm with good beds and ac, slept very well. Got loads of snorkeling out of the trip, much better experience than the day trips I've done before. Nice knowledgeable guide and very good food! Strongly recommend it!
Written 21 November 2019
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Thanks for your lovely review!
We look forward to seeing you back for the Manta Ray and Whale shark season early in 2020.
Best wishes
Written 11 December 2019
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