Escape the busy beaches of Koh Samui on a relaxed half-day trip to Koh Tan and Pig Island (Koh Madsum). After hotel pickup, travel to the quieter south of the island, where a shorter land transfer is rewarded with a quick and smooth speedboat ride across calm, shallow waters—ideal for those who prefer to avoid long boat journeys.
At Koh Tan, enjoy a light snorkeling stop in shallow reef areas. Conditions and visibility may vary depending on weather, but the stop offers a pleasant chance to swim, float, or simply relax. The experience is designed to be easy-going rather than focused on intensive snorkeling.
Continue to Pig Island, where you can unwind on the beach, take photos, and meet the island’s famous pigs.
With a total duration of around 5 hours including transfers, this tour is perfect for travelers seeking a short, scenic, and fun island escape.
✓ New Morden Speed Boat✓ Bottled water✓ Round trip Hotel Transfer by A/C Minivan✓ Use of Snorkelling equipment✓ Professional Crews✓ Buffet lunch on Koh Tan✓ Life Jacket✓ Experience English Guide✓ Travel Insurance1 Koh Madsum or Pig Island
It’s a popular island for enjoying its white-sand beach, and it also offers great opportunities for chilling out in the sunshine.
There are a lot of lovely pigs on the island. You can play with them and take a nice photo there.
· 1 h
2 Koh Tan
Koh Tan is surrounded by pristine coral reefs and pure white sandy beaches here.
This island is a nice place to do snorkeling and see some real genuine underwater critters (Parrot fish, Coral), and also enjoy lunch at the restaurant.
· 1 h
3 Lunch at Koh Tan Coral Beach Restaurant
Savor a delicious lunch at Koh Tan Coral Beach Restaurant while enjoying the beautiful beach view.
There are many spots for taking pictures.
· 1 h · Admission included
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
At your hotel lobby.
At your hotel lobby.
Your pickup time may vary based on your hotel's location or traffic conditions. A confirmed pickup time will be sent to you via WhatsApp or email.
Pickup from your hotel to the pier takes approximately 40–50 minutes depending on location but from the pier, it’s only about a 15-minute boat ride to the island – quick and easy!
Cruise ship passengers are requested to book the private tour option. Unfortunately, the group tour cannot accommodate cruise ship passengers due to conflicting pickup times with the join-in tour itinerary
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Public transportation options are available nearby Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Suitable for all physical fitness levels What to bring : Sunscreen, Sunglasses and Towel Travelers arriving by cruise ship are not accepted Private Tour Pickup included Afternoon Afternoon Pickup included Morning Morning Pickup included Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a towel. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Cruise ship passengers should book a private tour. Pickup times may vary; check your confirmation. Enjoy the relaxed snorkeling experience. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 382123P5
Activity offered by Happy Samui via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Travelers seeking a short island escape Families Couples Individuals interested in unique animal encounters Those who prefer shorter boat journeys Visit Koh Tan and the famous Pig Island (Koh Madsum) Snorkeling in shallow reef areas Relax on white-sand beaches Meet and play with the island's pigs Enjoy a buffet lunch with a beach view Convenient hotel transfers included
Population 62,500 (2012)
Elevation 635 m
Currency baht
Official language Thai
Driving on the left
Power plugs A, B, C, F · 220 V
Emergency number 191
Capital city Bangkok Average temperatures 27° Jan 27° Feb 28° Mar 29° Apr 29° May 29° Jun 28° Jul 28° Aug 28° Sept 28° Oct 28° Nov 27° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the duration of the Pig Island tour? + The tour lasts approximately 5 to 6 hours, including transfers.
What is included in the tour? + The tour includes speedboat transport, bottled water, hotel transfers, snorkeling equipment, a buffet lunch on Koh Tan, life jackets, an English-speaking guide, and travel insurance.
Can cruise ship passengers join this tour? + No, cruise ship passengers cannot join the group tour due to timing conflicts. They are advised to book a private tour option.
What should I bring for the tour? + It is recommended to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a towel.
Is snorkeling intensive on this tour? + No, the snorkeling experience is designed to be easy-going, focusing on shallow reef areas rather than intensive snorkeling.
How do I get my pickup time? + A confirmed pickup time will be sent to you via WhatsApp or email, as it may vary based on your hotel's location or traffic conditions.
★★★★★ Viator review
Pigs in paradise
Kimberly_P, October 2026
Wonderful excursion. The driver was exactly on time. He got us to the dock and gave us clear instructions on the boat. The boat was fast and clean. The swimming with the pigs experience was really fun. The pigs didn't actually get in the water while we were there, but they allowed us to feed them water. They were very tame and fun to be with. The beach was pristine. The second part of the tour was a snorkeling adventure. This was also quite fine. It was well organized. The coral reef appeared to be dying, but there were still some fish to be seen. The third stop was lunch at another island. The lunch was very good local food. I would highly recommend this trip.
Response from the operator · happysamui Thank you for your detailed and wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted you enjoyed the speedboat, Pig Island, snorkeling and delicious local lunch. Thank you also for sharing your observations about the coral reef. We appreciate your feedback and will share it with our team. We’re grateful for your recommendation.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Highly recommend this tour
NorthStar64373542421, October 2026
What a worthwhile tour. Aikky the tour guide was excellent and funny. Aikky was very knowledgeable and helpful in every aspect. The tour is worth every penny. The trip was very well organized. We really treasured every moment. I highly recommend this tour. The view point is so beautiful. The lunch is delicious. We saw all different fish during snorkeling. The pigs are so adorable. The baby pigs would come say Hello. I Love Elephants is definitely most impressive. Everyone is very kind and gentle to the elephants. There should be more places like that in the World. I would definitely recommend to friends and family about this tour when they come to Koh Samui
Response from the operator · happysamui Thank you so much for your amazing review! 😊 We’re thrilled that you enjoyed every part of the tour, from the beautiful viewpoints and snorkeling to the pigs and the elephant experience. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Aikky.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
You won’t regret it!
Maps801614, September 2026
Had a great experience on this trip. Would highly recommend it. Great value for money and great guides
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Nice experience!
michaeldevries89, September 2026
Very nice experience and nice guide! Only the snorkeling was disappointing since the water near Koh Tan is very murky
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Cola and his team were awesome!
categ661, September 2026
We had a wonderful time!! Cola and his team were all amazing - extremely helpful, friendly and funny. They made the experience unforgettable and I would definitely recommend this tour!
Response from the operator · happysamui Thank you so much for your fantastic review. We’re thrilled that you had such a wonderful time and that Cola and the team made your experience so memorable with their friendly, helpful and fun approach. We’ll be delighted to share your kind words with them! Thank you for the recommendation.
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