Similan Islands
Phuket, Thailand • INR 5637 - INR 9471 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Mar
23°C – 31°C, dry, sunny, and warm with minimal rainfall; ideal for diving and snorkeling, high crowds, peak season
23°C – 31°C, dry, sunny, and warm with minimal rainfall; ideal for diving and snorkeling, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Uneven paths, stairs, hiking and beach landings are unavoidable.
Uneven paths, stairs, hiking and beach landings are unavoidable.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey but the scenery and snorkeling are outstanding.
Pricey but the scenery and snorkeling are outstanding.
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Summarised by AI
Stunning Beaches
Couples loved the pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. Perfect for romantic getaways!
Amazing Snorkeling
Couples raved about the incredible marine life. Snorkeling was a highlight for many!
Scenic Views
Travelers said the views from Sail Rock were breathtaking. Great for photos!
Bumpy Ride
Couples found the speedboat ride long and rough. Not ideal for sensitive stomachs.
Overcrowded Spots
Visitors felt popular spots were too crowded. Made it hard to enjoy the scenery.
Long Day
The long travel time from Phuket made it a tiring day for many couples.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Tuesday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Wednesday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Thursday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Friday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Saturday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Sunday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
23-30°C
December offers warm, sunny days with low rainfall and comfortable humidity. Occasional light showers are possible, but generally weather is ideal for beach and marine activities.
December offers warm, sunny days with low rainfall and comfortable humidity. Occasional light showers are possible, but generally weather is ideal for beach and marine activities.
Open
No significant restrictions. All tours and transport to the Similan Islands are operating at full capacity.
No significant restrictions. All tours and transport to the Similan Islands are operating at full capacity.
Recommended
December is one of the best months to visit the Similan Islands, with excellent weather, fully accessible national park, and a wide range of tours and activities available.
December is one of the best months to visit the Similan Islands, with excellent weather, fully accessible national park, and a wide range of tours and activities available.
January
HIGH
23-31°C
Dry, sunny, and warm with minimal rainfall; ideal for diving and snorkeling.
Dry, sunny, and warm with minimal rainfall; ideal for diving and snorkeling.
Open
Daily visitor cap enforced (3,325 people/day); advance booking strongly recommended.
Daily visitor cap enforced (3,325 people/day); advance booking strongly recommended.
Recommended
January is one of the best months to visit the Similan Islands, with excellent weather and underwater visibility, but expect high demand and regulated access.
January is one of the best months to visit the Similan Islands, with excellent weather and underwater visibility, but expect high demand and regulated access.
February
HIGH
24-32°C
Warm, sunny, and very dry; near-perfect conditions for marine activities.
Warm, sunny, and very dry; near-perfect conditions for marine activities.
Open
Visitor numbers limited; booking ahead is essential.
Visitor numbers limited; booking ahead is essential.
Recommended
February offers outstanding weather and sea conditions for diving and snorkeling, but is very popular and tightly regulated.
February offers outstanding weather and sea conditions for diving and snorkeling, but is very popular and tightly regulated.
March
HIGH
25-33°C
Hot, mostly sunny, and still very dry; occasional light showers possible.
Hot, mostly sunny, and still very dry; occasional light showers possible.
Open
Strict daily visitor limits; some areas may close temporarily for environmental protection.
Strict daily visitor limits; some areas may close temporarily for environmental protection.
Recommended
March remains a prime time for visits, with excellent underwater visibility and access to most sites, but high visitor numbers continue.
March remains a prime time for visits, with excellent underwater visibility and access to most sites, but high visitor numbers continue.
How to get there
Taxi
Recommended
Boat
Bus
Car
Ferry
Walking
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages 1-70