About this tour
When Em from our team ran this snorkeling tour out of Koh Samui, we headed straight for Pig Island — the main drawcard — plus Koh Mudsum and Koh Tan on a speedboat. The combo of kayaking through quiet coves, snorkeling over coral, and spotting those famous swimming pigs makes for a solid half-day escape. You're mostly with other hotel guests (not cruise-ship crowds), and the vibe is relaxed rather than rushed. Lunch is a traditional Thai meal at a beachside spot. Four to five hours total, so you're back by early afternoon.
Highlights
- Woolly pigs actually swimming in shallow water at Koh Mudsum — genuinely odd.
- Kayaking through mangrove-lined channels with barely another soul around.
- Snorkeling gear included; reefs still had healthy coral and small schools of fish.
- A/C minibus pickup and drop-off beats the heat before and after.
- Thai lunch right on the beach — not resort-standard but honest and filling.
- Uninhabited islands feel properly remote, no vendors or noise.
- Small group vibe meant the boat didn't feel crowded.
What to expect
You'll get picked up from your hotel in an air-con vehicle and head to the pier. The speedboat ride to Pig Island takes about 20 minutes — it's bouncy but short. Once there, you'll see the pigs paddling about in the shallows; they're real animals doing their thing, not a circus act. You'll then kayak to quieter spots (manageable even if you're not a paddler) and snorkel over reefs that still hold life — expect small tropical fish and decent visibility on a clear day.
Lunch is at a simple beach restaurant on one of the islands; the food is basic Thai, nothing fancy, but it fills you up. The whole rhythm is unhurried — you're not being herded between eight stops. By mid-afternoon you're back on the boat heading home. The water can be choppy if the weather's off, and sun exposure is real, so plan accordingly.
What travellers say
- Pigs and quiet islands deliver genuinely different snorkel experience.
- Small-group setup keeps the vibe relaxed and social.
- Kayaking and snorkeling combined without the multi-stop rush.
- All-in price covers lunch, gear, transfers, and insurance.
- Speedboat ride is bouncy; not for back issues or rough-water anxiety.
- Snorkel reefs are decent but not pristine compared to Andaman sites.
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
Absolutely, if you're after a proper snorkel-and-explore half-day without the Phuket tour-bus chaos. The pigs are a gimmick, yes, but they're genuinely there, and the quieter islands make up for it. Solo travellers, families with decent swimmers, and anyone wanting to skip the crowded reefs will enjoy this.
you have back or spine issues (the speedboat is bumpy), you're pregnant, you have serious heart concerns, or you get seasick easily — the boat ride is brief but choppy. Snorkeling experience helps but isn't required. Walking/wading is involved; reef shoes or old trainers are smart. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a rashguard, and stay hydrated. Tour's set up for Koh Samui hotel guests only — cruise passengers need to arrange separately. Peak season (Nov–Feb) means more boats around the islands, so mornings are quieter. Inclusions cover snorkel kit, kayak, Thai lunch, soft drinks, and accident insurance. Transfers and gear are sorted; just show up.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.