SNORKELING · 4-5 HS.
Private Koh Tan & Pig Island Snorkeling Charter – Speedboat Half‑Day from Koh Samui
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About this tour
✅ Hotel pickup & admission fee included (no hidden costs)
Duration: Half-Day | Morning: 08:00 AM | Afternoon: 12:30 PM
What's Included in Your Private Tour
- Private Round-trip Transfer from Your Koh Samui Accommodation
- Exclusive Use of Private Speedboat
- Half-Day Itinerary: Koh Tan & Koh Madsum (Pig Island)
- Snorkeling Gear (Mask & Snorkel) for All Participants
- Life Jackets for All Participants
- Drinking Water & Basic Refreshments on Board
- Accident Insurance
- Experienced Local Captain
- Pig Island entrance fee included for all guests in your booking
Not Included in the Tour Price
- Lunch (can be arranged at extra cost)
- Optional guide (available at extra cost)
- Personal shopping and souvenirs
- Gratuities for captain and crew
- Towels (bring your own)
Private Tour Highlights
- Fully private transfer and speedboat - no other guests added
- Choose morning or afternoon departure time
- Set your own pace with your group
- Snorkel at Koh Tan's reef with included equipment
- Visit Pig Island (Koh Madsum) to swim and see beach pigs
- Fast speedboat means more time at each island
- Comfortable seating for larger groups up to 35 people
What to Expect on the Private Day Trip
Pickup & Pier: Morning option collection around 08:00–08:30 or afternoon option around 12:30–13:00. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to the pier in the south of Koh Samui.
Boat Ride & First Stop: The speedboat leaves around 09:00 or 14:00 and reaches the first island quickly in normal sea conditions. At Koh Tan, the captain anchors near the reef and you can snorkel in clear, shallow water with free equipment to look for tropical fish and coral.
Pig Island Time: A short hop brings you to Koh Madsum, a low-key island with a sandy beach, chill vibe and resident pigs wandering near the shore. Swim, walk the beach, relax on the sand and take photos with the animals before returning to the boat.
Return Journey: After island time, the crew takes you back to the south coast and your driver returns you to your accommodation. Typical arrival is around 13:30–14:00 for morning outings and 18:30–19:00 for afternoon charters, depending on conditions.
Speedboat Charter
Private Speedboat Features:
- Faster travel between islands
- More time at each destination
- Comfortable seating
- Suitable for groups up to 35 people
- Modern safety equipment
Important Information Before You Book
Tour Type: Private speedboat charter for families or larger groups
Flexibility: Spend more or less time at each stop within overall time window
Pricing: Varies by group size - exact rate shown once options selected
What to Bring:
- Swimwear and towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen and hat
- Sunglasses and flip-flops
- Waterproof bag or phone case
- Cash for optional lunch or extras
Weather: Itinerary guided by sea conditions and safety at all times
Private: Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the private longtail charter?
The speedboat is faster, covers more distance, and can carry larger groups of up to 35 people. The longtail is slower, quieter, and suited for smaller groups of up to 10.
Is this a private charter?
Yes. Only your group is on the speedboat. You control the schedule and how long you spend at each stop.
How many people can the speedboat carry?
The speedboat can carry groups ranging from 1 to 35 people, with pricing based on group size.
Is snorkeling equipment included?
Yes. Snorkeling gear is provided on board for all guests.
Where does the speedboat depart from?
The speedboat departs from a pier on the south coast of Koh Samui. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
Can I choose morning or afternoon?
Yes. Morning departures start around 08:00 AM and afternoon departures around 12:30 PM.
Is this suitable for children?
Yes. The speedboat has life jackets for all sizes. The snorkeling areas are calm and shallow.
How good is the snorkeling in Koh Samui on this Koh Tan and Pig Island charter?
Koh Tan and Koh Madsum (Pig Island) lie just off Koh Samui's south coast, a short speedboat hop away, so this charter reaches some of the calmest, most beginner-friendly snorkeling near the island. At Koh Tan the captain anchors right by the reef and you snorkel in clear, shallow water with free mask and fins, looking for tropical fish and coral; the water is gentle enough for children and first-timers. Because it is a private charter you get the reef at your own group's pace, with as much or as little time in the water as you like, before moving on to the Koh Madsum sandbar to see the beach pigs.
Other Private Tours from Koh Samui
Enjoy Koh Samui's southside islands on your own terms with a private speedboat charter to Koh Tan and Pig Island. Travel with just your group, snorkel at quiet reef spots, meet the pigs on Koh Madsum and decide whether you prefer a relaxed morning or an easygoing afternoon departure. The speedboat offers faster travel between islands, giving you more time at each destination. Prefer to join a shared boat? See our Pig Island Koh Samui snorkeling day trip by speedboat with lunch and hotel pickup included. Want a full day at the Gulf of Thailand’s best reefs instead? See our full-day Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan snorkeling trip from Koh Samui.
Want a different kind of island day? Our Ang Thong Marine Park Big Boat day trip from Koh Samui visits a whole national marine park of limestone islands, with time at the Emerald Lagoon viewpoint plus its own snorkeling and kayaking stops.
Want to see every way to reach the pigs before you book? Browse all six Pig Island boat tours from Koh Samui — the join-in speedboat day trip, the VIP longtail, the sunset boat with dinner and the private charters to Koh Madsum and Koh Tan — and compare itineraries and "From" prices side by side.
Want the same private-boat format but a longer route? Our private pink dolphin, Pancake Rock and Pig Island speedboat charter from Koh Samui crosses to the Khanom coastline to look for wild Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins and the layered "Pancake Rock" sea cliff before snorkeling at Koh Tan and beach time with the pigs of Koh Madsum, with the captain setting the pace around your group.
Want the same private-boat idea but a full day at the Gulf of Thailand’s top reefs? Our private full-day speedboat charter to Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan from Koh Samui runs about 90 minutes north to the triple sandbar and hilltop viewpoint of Koh Nang Yuan, then on to Koh Tao for reef snorkeling in bays the captain picks on the day — departure around 09:00 and back at Bophut harbour 16:30–17:00, with the boat, crew and pace reserved for your group alone.
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