10 Koh Tao Tours Worth Booking

1.Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,742 reviews · 7 hours · from $27Our pick

Koh Tao snorkeling highlights with Koh Nangyuan viewpoint hike, Thai lunch, and stops for turtles and reef sharks. 7 hours, $27.

“Activity was amazing. We loved every stop, and we saw so much wildlife- turtles, sharks, starfish, loads of colorful fish and coral. The go pro was also an added bonus- we were impressed by all the photos/videos taken and shared with us day of. The only downfall we had were the snorkeling masks. Ours kept fogging up and we had to adjust constantly. Overall, we were very impressed and would definitely book again!”

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2.Full day snorkeling adventure around Koh Tao

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,300 reviews · from $24Best value

Full-day Koh Tao snorkeling cruise with A/C boat comfort, included gear, island hikes, top dive spots, and a big lunch plus snacks.

“This was honestly one of the best days ever. It was the perfect amount of time (would have loved to stay longer, but didn't feel shorted), the boat was fun, staff was great! The snorkeling and food weren't the best we've ever had, the overall experience was amazing! We would recommend it and come back for sure!”

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3.Open Water Course – Become certified diver in 3 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,137 reviews · from $358

Get scuba certified in 3 intense days in Koh Tao, with a 4-person max group, personal coaching, and a digital achievement certificate.

“Tom was an amazing instructor. He was so calm and laid back which made everything feel much less scary while also keeping us educated and safe . I was so nervous but I signed up for an advance course right after I finished .”

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4.Koh Nangyuan & Hidden Bays Snorkeling Tour w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 912 reviews · 7 hours · from $27

Koh Tao snorkeling tour to Koh Nang Yuan and hidden bays with Thai lunch box, turtles, reef fish, and free underwater photos for about $27.

“Loved the tour, the snorkelling was great! Saw 2 turtles and loads of amazing fish. The guides were brilliant, such happy and amazing people. They fook some great photos and videos with their gopro and then shared with us. Would highly recommend!!”

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5.Tao-Nangyuan Snorkeling Day Trip with Meals & Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 711 reviews · 8h 30m · from $62

Small-group Ko Tao snorkeling day trip to Koh Nang Yuan with paddleboards, buffet lunch, sunset BBQ, and lots of guided sea-life spotting.

“Great snorkling day with 100% chance to see sharks and turtles. Great food and good atmosphere ! Fantastic pictures and video's shared after the trip.”

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6.Snorkeling Trip to Nang Yuan Island & Hidden Bays

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 646 reviews · 7 hours · from $24

Koh Tao snorkeling to Nang Yuan and the Japanese Garden, plus slides, turtles, and big-bay scenery on a well-run 7-hour boat day.

“Great friendly guided who cared for us throughout the trip. Saw 2 turtles and a shark too. Great value for money”

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7.Try Scuba Diving 1-Day Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 452 reviews · from $77

Ko Tao try scuba in one day: instructor led training in a calm bay, up to 12m, optional second session. No experience needed.

“Incredible time on this tour with our instructor Nikolas. We felt we really understood all of the procedures before entering the water which made the experience feel safe and enjoyable. Would definitely book with this company again!”

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8.La Bombona Diving Koh Tao Open Water Course

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 172 reviews · from $423

PADI Open Water on Koh Tao with small groups, hands-on instructors, quality gear, pool practice, and four ocean sessions plus Sail Rock meals.

“My friend and I completed the Try Dive. We were a bit apprehensive at first but the instructors made us feel so excited and comfortable straight away. The day was amazing and I’d truly recommend it to anyone. We had James, who was an incredible instructor, made us feel so safe and at ease. If in doubt - do it!!! One of the best days EVER!”

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9.Fun Diving Packages (Certified Divers)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · from $71

Koh Tao scuba package with pickup, gear rental, lunch, and a pro instructor. Choose the 7 am or 1 pm trip to hit famous sites fast.

“My girlfriend and I had a great time with the Koh Tao Scuba Club. Our guide, Jimmy, was knowledgeable of the dive sites, as well as very helpful with ensuring we were having a good time, as well as staying safe. We recommend going to the mRead more”

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10.PADI Discover Scuba Diving in Koh Tao – half day and two dives

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · from $121

PADI Discover SCUBA in Koh Tao with 2 beginner-friendly underwater sessions, calm instruction, snacks onboard, and stops at Koh Nang Yuan.

“The experience was just outright amazing and spectacular. Although it was our first time trying out scuba diving, the whole experience made us want to get a certification next time. Den, an absolute unit of a man, was very professional anRead more”

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