THAILAND – Khura Buri – Surin Islands Snorkeling and Moken Village

Description

This full-day tour starts at Khura Buri Greenview pier, where a two engine speedboat will take the travelers to the Surin Archipelago.

After a safety briefing by staff about how to snorkel, and ensuring that the mask, snorkel, and fins are correctly sized for each participant, the boat will depart on the 1 hour 15-minute ride to the beautiful Surin Islands Archipelago.

3 snorkeling sessions are scheduled. The crew can adjust spots depending on the weather, and the guides’ expertise provides the best snorkeling experience and an excellent encounter with underwater fauna.

After the first stop in May Yai Bay, the boat will anchor at the main island for a buffet lunch. Some time will be left to discover the surroundings and the pristine beaches of the island, sunbathe, and relax until the next snorkeling session among the colorful corals of Sapparod Bay and Bon Bay. A visit to the nearby Moken village is possible and provides an opportunity to learn about the unique way of life of the sea nomads, sadly threatened and forced to become sedentary.

On the way back, the boat will pass by the green Koh Ra, before arriving in Khura Buri around 16:30.

Selling points

• The fantastic beauty of the Surin Island archipelago is less crowded than the other Andaman sea islands.
• 3 friendly and colorful snorkeling experiences of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes each, guided by an experienced, friendly, and helpful crew.
• An opportunity to learn about the challenges faced by the Moken community, threatened by modernization and deforestation
• Safety standards are well respected, and tour organizers are well-trained.

Level Of The Excursion

The Impact Of This Excursion

Social/cultural Impact

Environment Impact

Economic Impact

Additional Information

Positive impacts

The activity takes places in an area inhabited by minorities. The activity creates opportunity for them to show their traditional way of life earn income from tourism. Moreover, the activity takes place in a National Park and the entrance fee contributes to the conservation and management of the natural resources.

Negative impacts

The boat used during the activity uses fossil fuel which causes Co² emissions.

Sensitive Character

The activity involves ethnic minorities who are vulnerable to exploitation and whose culture is at risk of disappearing. The accompanying guide makes sure all ethic standards are adhered to to minimize negative impacts on the community.

Time And Transportation

Duration

• 8 hours – from 08:30 to 16:30 (excluding transfers to Khura Buri pier)

Min pax

1

Max pax

30

How to sell it

• A really worthwhile experience for people staying in Khao Lak (where sea tours opportunities are sometimes limited or need a long drive)
• Ideal for families and snorkeling fans
• As a safe and well controlled snorkeling tour suitable for beginners. A not too challenging tour. Active leisure – level 0. Not any specific snorkeling level required
• Avoid selling it to too ederly people: the boat ride could be unconfortable and be bumping sometimes.
• Not suitable for too young babies: sunny, no comfortable place to stay in the boat while parents are doing snorkeling
• Avoid selling it if guests are staying in Kata, Karon, Panwa, Naiharn: otherwise it will turn  to be very long drive
• If guests staying in Khao Lak or Khura Buri, it is possible to combine the tour with a ride to Khao Sok to combine and create a nature minded program
• Don’t sell it to expert scuba divers
• In case of difficulty to contact Greenview tours, an almost exactly tour (in term of activity content and snorkeling) is operated by Eco Khao Lak Adventures (Surin Island Tours). But departing from a different pier. But the video teaser has been made with Greenview services.

Why this activity

• Surin islands is one of the most scenic landscapes of Thailand: a must have in portfolio for sea related activities.
• Being able to offer something different than the main stream Phi Phi island full day tour.
• Being able to propose an active leisure that would be different than the regular cycling or hiking tour in the south.

Good to combine with

• Cheow Larn Lake full day tour in Khao Sok
• Nature adventures 4D3N in Khao Sok.
• A stay in Koh Phratong
• A stroll in Takua Pa walking street on sunday

Do not combine with

• Any other full day tour on the same day.
• A too long overland transfer after the full day (to avoid a too late arrival to next destination)

Market suggestion

Competitor comparison

All DMC are able to propose Surin islands and visit of Moken village.

Pros

• The Surin Archipelago is a must see and more preserved than similar mass touristic destinations like Koh Phi Phi
• The flow of tourists even in high season seems to be well controlled by the National Park authorities and different suppliers operating here: boat rotations, not too many people at the same time on snorkeling spots, not too many people at the same time on the beaches
• A well trained and experience crew especially to guide the snorkeling. Also very friendly and helpful
• Safety standards well respected. Life jacket, size of fin an masks, safe boat well maintained and clean
• A not too physically challenging tour: ideal for active leisure
• The visit of the Moken community could give a slight sustainable dimension but don’t use it too much as a selling point
• Breakfast area at Greenview pier proposing juice, coffee, toasts and fruits included

Cons

• Big groups still – 40 person onboard
• Plastic sealed water cup provided by the crew. Up to clients to open them or not. Advise travel agent and recommend that guest have their own bottles.
• Weather dependant and seasonal (no possible from Mai to October as the National Park is closed during rainy season)
• Khura buri is a bit far if you sell it from Phuket
• Moken village visit isn’t the highlight of the tour

Alerts

• Mu Koh Surin National Park is closed during rainy season from Mai to October. During this period the tour cannot operate

Important information

• Snorkeling spot can be changed depending of water tide by safety first

Quotation guideline

• Activity provided by Greenview Tour – Please refer to contract

Inclusion

• Round Trip Boat Transfer
• National Park Admission Fee
• Mask+Snorkel+Fin, Life Jacket
• Lunch
• Soft drink and fresh fruit on board
• Local Insurance
• Local Guide

Exclusion

• Transfer to/from Khura Buri Greenview pier
• Easia Escort Guide

Important notes

• Easia Guide can go along but the guidage will be handled by the crew and staff of the supplier. So the guide might be or feel useless. (except for third language translations
• If an Easia escort guide is required, ensure to provide an active guide who like sea activities and snorkeling

• Boat will depart at 09:00 but guests must be at the pier at 08:30.
• Tour ends at 16:30 at the pier.

• In case of difficulty to contact Greenview tours, an almost exactly tour (in term of activity content and snorkeling) is operated by Eco Khao Lak Adventures (Surin Island Tour) but departing from Nam Khem Pier near Khao Lak (vs Greenview pier in Khura Buri). But the video teaser has been made with Greenview services. So better try to push Greenviews

Different Choice

• Sunrise Koh Phi Phi by Tropical Vacations (From Phuket only)
• Similan Island Tour

Contact

Greenviewtours
Tel: 076 401 400 2, 081 958 0736, 081 958 1543, 081 895 6186
[email protected]
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Khun Noi or/and Khun Rattana

English

Surin islands snorkeling and Moken village

Board a speedboat in Khura Buri and cruise the turquoise sea to the secluded green, sandy archipelago of the Surin Islands. This is where you’ll find the Moken community: sea gypsies who’ve lived for centuries in total harmony with this green-and-blue environment and ecosystem. A visit to their village will teach you all about the island’s almost forgotten way of life based largely on fishing. Then you’ll discover, at three different snorkeling spots, a hidden, perfectly preserved beautiful waterworld. Jump from the deck and let the stillness of the Andaman Sea wash over you for an unforgettable swimming experience among the area’s unique tropical marine fauna and beautiful coral.

Duration: 8h from 08:30 to 16:30 (excluding transfers)
Meal included: light breakfast and drink before departure and buffet lunch and soft drinks
Program includes 3 snorkeling sessions of approximately 30 – 45 min – no specific snorkeling level is required – Difficulty level 0
Mask + snorkel + Fin, and lifejacket are provided during the tour.

Notes: 

• Entrance to Mu Koh Surin National Park is included
  
• November to April only.
  
• Not available for children under 4 years old.
  
• Not available for people over 70 years old.

French

Plongée aux iles Surin et village Moken

Ce matin, vous embarquerez à bord d’un bateau rapide à Khura Buri et naviguerez sur les la mer turquoise jusqu’à l’archipel vert et sablonneux des îles Surin.
C’est là que vous rencontrerez la communauté Moken : ces nomades de la mer qui vivent depuis des siècles en totale harmonie avec cet environnement et cet écosystème aux nuances de bleu et de vert. vert et bleu. Une visite de leur village vous permettra de découvrir leur mode de vie presque oublié, basé en grande partie sur la pêche.
Vous découvrirez ensuite, sur trois sites de plongée différents, un monde sous-marin caché et parfaitement préservé. Sautez du pont et laissez-vous emporter par le calme de la mer d’Andaman pour une expérience de baignade inoubliable parmi une faune marine tropicale unique et les magnifiques coraux de la région.
Préparez-vous à passer une journée passionnante dans le plus beau joyau du sud de la Thaïlande.

Durée de l’activité : 8 heures de 8 h 30 à 16 h 30 (hors transfert)
Repas inclus : leger petit dejeuner,  déjeuner buffet aux îles Surin – Boisson non alcoolisée et fruits frais à bord

3 plongées incluses autour des îles Surin – environ 30-45 minutes chacune
Niveau de difficulté: 0 – aucune compétence spécifique en plongée libre n’est requise
Masque+Tuba et palmes, ainsi que gilet de sauvetage sont fournis durant le tour

Notes :

• De novembre à avril seulement.
• Les droits d’entrée au parc national de Mu Koh Surin sont inclus.
• Non recommandé pour les enfants de moins de 4 ans.
  
• Non recommandé  pour les personnes de plus de 70 ans.

Spanish

Buceo en las islas Surin y el pueblo Moken

Esta mañana embarcará en una lancha rápida en Khura Buri y navegará por el mar turquesa hasta el archipiélago verde y arenoso de las islas Surin.

Aquí conocerá a la comunidad moken: nómadas del mar que han vivido durante siglos en total armonía con este entorno y ecosistema azul y verde. Una visita a su pueblo le permitirá descubrir su casi olvidado modo de vida, basado en gran medida en la pesca.

A continuación, descubrirá un mundo submarino oculto y perfectamente conservado en tres puntos de inmersión diferentes. Salte de la cubierta y déjese llevar por la calma del mar de Andamán en una experiencia de baño inolvidable entre la singular vida marina tropical y los hermosos corales de la región.

Prepárese para un día emocionante en la joya más hermosa del sur de Tailandia.

Duración de la actividad: 8 horas – de 8:30 a 16:30 (excluyendo el traslado)

Comidas incluidas: desayuno ligero, almuerzo buffet en las Islas Surin – refrescos y fruta fresca a bordo

3 inmersiones incluidas alrededor de las Islas Surin – aprox. 30-45 minutos cada una

Nivel de dificultad: 0 – no se requieren conocimientos específicos de buceo

Máscara + tubo y aletas, así como chaleco salvavidas se proporcionan durante la excursión.

Notas:

• La entrada al Parque Nacional Mu Koh Surin está incluida.
• Sólo de noviembre a abril.
• No se recomienda para niños menores de 4 años.
• No se recomienda para personas mayores de 70 años.

Italian

Immersioni nelle Isole Surin e nel Villaggio Moken

Questa mattina salirete a bordo di un motoscafo a Khura Buri e navigherete attraverso il mare turchese fino all’arcipelago verde e sabbioso delle Isole Surin.

Qui incontrerete la comunità Moken: nomadi del mare che vivono da secoli in totale armonia con questo ambiente ed ecosistema blu e verde. Una visita al loro villaggio vi permetterà di scoprire il loro stile di vita quasi dimenticato, basato in gran parte sulla pesca.

Scoprirete poi un mondo sottomarino nascosto e perfettamente conservato in tre diversi siti di immersione. Saltate giù dal ponte e lasciatevi avvolgere dalla calma del Mare delle Andamane per un’indimenticabile esperienza di nuoto tra la straordinaria vita marina tropicale e gli splendidi coralli della regione.

Preparatevi a una giornata emozionante nel gioiello più bello della Thailandia meridionale.

Durata dell’attività: 8 ore – dalle 8:30 alle 16:30 (escluso il trasferimento)

Pasti inclusi: colazione leggera, pranzo a buffet alle Isole Surin – bevande analcoliche e frutta fresca a bordo

3 immersioni incluse intorno alle isole Surin – circa 30-45 minuti l’una

Livello di difficoltà: 0 – non sono richieste competenze specifiche di snorkeling

Maschera + boccaglio e pinne, così come il giubbotto di salvataggio sono forniti durante il tour.

Nota:

• L’ingresso al Parco Nazionale di Mu Koh Surin è incluso.
• Solo da novembre ad aprile.
• Non è raccomandato per i bambini di età inferiore ai 4 anni.
• Non è raccomandato per le persone di età superiore ai 70 anni.

German

Schnorcheln auf den Surin-Inseln und Moken-Dorf

Steigen Sie in Khura Buri in ein Schnellboot und fahren Sie über das türkisblaue Meer zu der abgeschiedenen grünen, sandigen Inselgruppe der Surin-Inseln. Hier leben die Moken, Meereszigeuner, die seit Jahrhunderten in völliger Harmonie mit dieser grün-blauen Umgebung und dem Ökosystem leben. Bei einem Besuch in ihrem Dorf erfahren Sie alles über die fast vergessene Lebensweise der Insel, die hauptsächlich auf dem Fischfang beruht. Anschließend entdecken Sie an drei verschiedenen Schnorchelplätzen eine versteckte, perfekt erhaltene, wunderschöne Wasserwelt. Springen Sie vom Deck und lassen Sie sich von der Stille der Andamanensee umspülen, um ein unvergessliches Schwimmerlebnis inmitten der einzigartigen tropischen Meeresfauna und der wunderschönen Korallen zu erleben.

Dauer: 8 Stunden von 08:30 bis 16:30 Uhr (ohne Transfers)
Mahlzeiten inbegriffen: leichtes Frühstück und Getränk vor der Abfahrt sowie Mittagsbuffet und Softdrinks
Das Programm beinhaltet 3 Schnorchelgänge von ca. 30 – 45 Minuten – kein bestimmtes Schnorchelniveau ist erforderlich – Schwierigkeitsgrad 0
Maske + Schnorchel + Flosse, und Schwimmweste werden während der Tour zur Verfügung gestellt.

Anmerkungen: 

• Der Eintritt zum Mu Koh Surin National Park ist im Preis enthalten.
• Nur von November bis April.
• Nicht verfügbar für Kinder unter 4 Jahren.
• Nicht verfügbar für Personen über 70 Jahre alt.

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