The "Koh Samui: Island Hopping Adventure" offers an exciting 7-hour journey to Coral and Pig Island. Travelers can swim with vibrant marine life and interact with friendly pigs. Priced at $53 per person, the eco-friendly tour includes lunch, snorkeling gear, and an English-speaking guide. With high ratings from over 2,600 satisfied travelers, the tour promotes responsible practices while providing a memorable island hopping experience. But what makes this adventure truly unique?
Key Points
- This 7-hour island hopping tour in Koh Samui provides an opportunity to swim with marine life, interact with friendly pigs, and enjoy a delicious lunch.
- The tour includes transportation, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and an English-speaking guide, with a focus on sustainable practices like using glass bottles and carbon offsetting.
- The itinerary includes a boat ride to Koh Madsum (Pig Island) for a guided tour and free swim time, followed by a visit to Koh Tean for lunch and activities.
- The tour is highly rated, with over 2,600 reviews and a 4.5/5 rating, and offers a free cancellation policy 24 hours in advance.
- The tour is not suitable for pregnant women, and guests are advised to wear appropriate attire, bring sun protection, and have cash for any extra expenses.
Activity Overview
The Koh Samui: Island Hopping Adventure offers a captivating day-long journey to the nearby islands of Koh Madsum and Koh Tean.
Priced from $53.00 per person, the 7-hour tour provides a chance to swim with marine life, interact with pigs, and enjoy a leisurely lunch.
Featuring free cancellation 24 hours in advance, the adventure also offers a reserve now, pay later option.
The tour emphasizes sustainable practices, including using glass bottles and carbon offsetting.
With an overall rating of 4.5/5 from over 2,600 reviews, the experience promises an unforgettable island-hopping adventure on Koh Samui.
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Itinerary Details
Pickup locations for the Koh Samui: Island Hopping Adventure depend on the selected option, with guests being picked up from major areas and hotels on the island.
The tour starts at Thong Krut Pier, Ko Samui. After a safety briefing, guests board a river boat for the 25-minute ride to Koh Madsum, known as Pig Island, for an 80-minute guided tour and free time for swimming.
The tour begins at Thong Krut Pier, Ko Samui, with a 25-minute boat ride to Koh Madsum for a guided tour and free swim.
They then travel for an hour to Koh Tean, where they enjoy a 2-hour lunch and activities like swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking.
Finally, they return to Thong Krut Pier in 30 minutes.
Tour Highlights
Colorful marine life awaits guests at Koh Tean, where they can swim and snorkel to their heart’s content. At Koh Madsum, known as Pig Island, visitors can interact with the friendly pigs that roam the island. The tour also includes a delicious lunch on Koh Tean, providing a chance to refuel and enjoy the island’s serene atmosphere.
| Tour Highlights | | |
|—————–|—————–|—————–|
| Swim with colorful marine life at Koh Tean | Interact with pigs at Koh Madsum (Pig Island) | Enjoy lunch on Koh Tean Island |
| Emphasizes sustainable practices | Uses glass bottles | Offsets carbon emissions |
The tour’s commitment to sustainability sets it apart, using glass bottles and carbon offsets to minimize its environmental impact.
Inclusions and Exclusions
The tour includes a variety of services that cover the primary costs of the experience. These include:
This tour covers the main costs, including entrance and boat fees, hotel transport, guide, gear, and lunch.
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Entrance fees and boat fees for the islands.
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Hotel pickup and drop-off, as well as an English-speaking tour guide.
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Snorkeling gear, kayaks, and a provided lunch.
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Drinking water and insurance coverage.
However, the tour excludes personal expenses and isn’t suitable for pregnant women.
Guests are advised to bring appropriate attire, sun protection, and cash for any additional expenses on the islands.
More Great Tours NearbyImportant Information
Guests should come prepared with comfortable shoes, sunglasses, and a hat to protect against the sun. Swimwear, a change of clothes, towel, camera, sunscreen, and insect repellent are also recommended.
While golf carts are limited on the islands, visitors can explore Madsum Island on foot as the pigs there are wild. The itinerary may change due to weather conditions, and boat travel time is approximately 4-5 hours.
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Exploring Koh Madsum (Pig Island)
As visitors approach Koh Madsum, they’ll find themselves surrounded by a colony of free-roaming pigs that have become the island’s most famous residents.
These friendly pigs are a major draw for travelers, who delight in interacting with them.
The island experience includes:
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A guided tour to learn about the pigs’ history and care.
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Opportunities to feed and pet the pigs, under the supervision of the island caretakers.
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Ideal swimming conditions in the turquoise waters surrounding the island.
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Breathtaking views of the island’s lush, tropical landscape.
Discovering the Wonders of Koh Tean
After enjoying the interaction with the friendly pigs on Koh Madsum, visitors make their way to the next destination – the captivating Koh Tean.
The journey takes an hour by boat, allowing time to take in the stunning island scenery. Upon arrival, guests are treated to a delicious lunch, with ample time to swim, snorkel, and explore the vibrant marine life.
The clear waters and thriving coral reefs offer a spectacular underwater experience. Kayaks are available for those who wish to paddle along the shoreline, taking in the island’s natural beauty.
The visit to Koh Tean is a highlight of the day’s adventure.
Sustainable Practices on the Tour
The tour operator emphasizes sustainable practices throughout the excursion, including the use of glass bottles to reduce plastic waste and carbon offsetting initiatives to mitigate the environmental impact.
Some of the sustainable practices highlighted on this tour include:
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Use of glass bottles for drinking water to avoid single-use plastic.
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Promotion of eco-friendly activities like snorkeling and kayaking over motorized watersports.
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Commitment to leave no trace, with guides ensuring proper waste disposal and minimal disturbance to the natural habitats.
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Partnerships with local conservation organizations to support marine life protection efforts.
Since You Asked
Can I Bring My Own Food and Drinks on the Tour?
The tour generally does not allow guests to bring their own food and drinks. However, the tour does provide lunch, drinking water, and other necessary amenities as part of the inclusions.
Is There Any Medical Assistance Available During the Tour?
Yes, the tour includes insurance coverage, and the English-speaking guide is trained in first aid. Medical assistance is available if needed during the trip. Travelers should notify the guide of any health conditions prior to the tour.
Can I Customize the Itinerary to Fit My Preferences?
You can’t customize the itinerary, but the tour operator tries to be flexible. They’ll work with you to accommodate any special needs or requests within the set schedule, though major changes aren’t possible.
Are There Any Special Discounts or Packages Available?
There are no special discounts or packages listed for this tour. However, the reservation allows customers to pay later, which could be helpful for budgeting. The cancellation policy offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
How Eco-Friendly Are the Boats and Transportation Used in the Tour?
The tour emphasizes sustainable practices, including using glass bottles and carbon offsetting to reduce its environmental impact. The boats and transportation are designed to be eco-friendly, minimizing pollution and emissions.
The Sum Up
The "Koh Samui: Island Hopping Adventure" offers an eco-friendly and memorable experience. Travelers can swim with marine life, interact with friendly pigs, and enjoy a sustainable tour with high ratings from over 2,600 satisfied customers. The tour’s commitment to responsible practices, such as using glass bottles and partnering with conservation groups, ensures a truly rewarding and environmentally-conscious excursion.
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