Where To Snorkel In Koh Lanta?

Koh Ha, a popular snorkeling spot in the Koh Lanta National Marine Park, is known for its beautiful coral gardens and clear waters. Book a snorkel trip from Koh Lanta to Koh Haa or Koh Rok at Lanta Castaway Beach Resort. Enjoy swimming and snorkeling with an abundance of marine life in the coral reefs at Pileh Lagoon and Loh Samah Bay. Explore Shark Point, one of the most stunning locations with a fun team guide. Snorkeling Koh Lanta is an epic journey to discover colorful reefs and fish species. Some of the best snorkeling spots in Koh Lanta include Long Beach and Nui Bay, where you can find exotic fish species. Opal Tours is highly recommended for snorkeling in Koh Lanta, as they offer a great experience at Koh Haa, Koh Bida, and Koh Rok. The 4 Islands snorkelling Koh Lanta is one of the best day trips from Koh Lanta, offering a great way to experience the varied spots around the region.

Are there snakes on Koh Lanta?

Animals. Wild animals and especially Makakimonkeys are common. There are also snakes on Koh Lanta mostly spotted during green season – if you are lucky! Inform the children to avoid run in high grass.

Banks and ATM. There are hundreds of ATM’s on Lanta for cash withdrawal. If you are looking for a bank you’ll find, Thanachart Bank and Siam Commercial Bank in Saladan, Kasikorn Bank at Southern Lanta Resort’s entrance at Klong Dao Beach and the Thai Government Bank next to Lanta Hideaways office on Long Beach.

Boat trips. If you want to go snorkelling you can go on a four-island-tour which include the Emerald Cave where you swim through a 40-meter S-shaped tunnel to reach the exotic lagoon inside the mountain! Best visibilty Oct-Apr. See our activity movie here.

What is the best time of day to snorkel?

The Best Time To Go Snorkeling. Most experienced snorkelers would agree that morning is ideal for this particular pursuit. Because there is much less wind early in the day than at any other time, the water is usually much calmer.

Anyone who takes part in any water activities should be aware of the environmental conditions in that particular location. Boaters, divers, and snorkelers often pay close attention to the trade winds when planning any activity. In the northern hemisphere, these winds blow towards the equator from the northeast. In the southern hemisphere, they blow from the southeast, again heading towards the equator.

In Hawaii, the trade winds are caused by high-pressure systems originating from the Pacific Ocean’s northern section. They are generally quite predictable, producing air currents that blow toward the equator from the North East or East North East.

Where is the best place to snorkel?

9 Best Places to Snorkel in the WorldBaa Atoll, Maldives. Why it’s special: Swim with manta rays, whale sharks and sea turtles in a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. … Maui, Hawaii. … Koh Tao, Thailand. … Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. … Great Barrier Reef, Australia. … Nusa Lembongan, Indonesia. … Bora Bora, French Polynesia. … Punta Mita, Mexico.

There are few better ways to escape the daily grind than by snorkelling – effortlessly floating through tranquil waters, a kaleidoscope of vibrant fish and mesmerising sea creatures all around.

With up to 80 percent of all earthly life located in the seas, there’s no shortage of remarkable creatures to encounter. And memorable aquatic adventures can be had near shore with a mask, fins and snorkel. Snorkellers can experience the intense natural beauty of the underwater world without heavy equipment or time-consuming certification – which means no matter what your level of experience, the ocean’s beauty is within reach.

To help you make plans to swim with sea turtles or mingle with manta rays, we reveal our top nine places to snorkel in the world.

Are there snakes in Koh Lanta?

Animals. Wild animals and especially Makakimonkeys are common. There are also snakes on Koh Lanta mostly spotted during green season – if you are lucky! Inform the children to avoid run in high grass.

Banks and ATM. There are hundreds of ATM’s on Lanta for cash withdrawal. If you are looking for a bank you’ll find, Thanachart Bank and Siam Commercial Bank in Saladan, Kasikorn Bank at Southern Lanta Resort’s entrance at Klong Dao Beach and the Thai Government Bank next to Lanta Hideaways office on Long Beach.

Boat trips. If you want to go snorkelling you can go on a four-island-tour which include the Emerald Cave where you swim through a 40-meter S-shaped tunnel to reach the exotic lagoon inside the mountain! Best visibilty Oct-Apr. See our activity movie here.

Are there tigers on Koh Lanta?

Mammals consists of 20 families, 30 genus and 38 species. Species which used to inhabit the Lanta islands but are now gone are wild deer, common barking deer, fishing cat and tiger. The sea cow (dugong) is a conserved species and the Marshall big ear crow bat is also rarely seen these days.

Birds on the islands total 58 families, 130 genus and 185 species. Most easily spotted in the national park are Brahminy kite, bridled tern and emerald dove while, the most difficult to find are orange-breasted trogon, Siberian thrush, and the little spiderhunter.

Reptiles include the water monitor lizard, reticulated python and cobra.

Are there dolphins in Koh Lanta?

Koh Haa. Nestled within the Koh Lanta National Park is one of the jewels of the Andaman Sea. It is a collection of six islands – Koh Haa Yai and its five smaller islands.

During the journey out on our speedboat, look out for dolphins which are regularly seen here, and even the occasional whale.

As you approach the islands, your eye will be drawn away from the incredible limestone karst islands rising magnificently from the ocean, and you’ll start to notice the deep blue of the sea change to the beautiful azure hue of the lagoon.

The lagoon is an excellent place for snorkeling as it is only about 6 meters deep with a mass of different varieties of soft and hard corals. On the west side of the lagoon is a fine white-powdered sandy beach where you can laze away the time between diving or snorkeling.

Can you see whale sharks in Koh Lanta?

Koh Haa 6 is the place where more sightings of whale sharks are recorded than anywhere else in the local Koh Lanta area. Large rays are also seen here. On the reef, you will find ghost pipefish hidden behind sea urchins, and glassfish cascading down the corals like a waterfall. Some of the larger predators like golden trevallies, dogfin tuna and rainbow runners hang out in the blue watching for their chance to feed.

Are there turtles in Koh Lanta?

Olive Ridley Turtle This turtle lives in the seas around Koh Lanta and all of our dive sites, and can be seen during boat trips to/from dive sites, but it rarely seen on the actual dive sites. Olive Ridley Sea Turtle has spawning behaviour different from other sea turtles.

There are 5 sea turtle species found in Thai waters: Leatherback, Olive Ridley, Loggerhead, Green and Hawksbill. All species are protected under the Thai Wildlife Protection Act of 1992. Some, such as the Hawksbill Turtle are a critically endangered species, and can be seen at most coral reefs while diving Koh Lanta.

The five species found in Thai waters can be identified as follows:

• Leatherback Turtle – 5 distinct ridges, no scutes
• Green, Hawksbill, Loggerhead, Olive Ridley – no continuous ridges, shell plates

Are there jellyfish in Koh Lanta?

The thick-arm or ‘fat-arm’ jellyfish are a family of over 20 jellyfish species, often drifting past the islands and dive sites around Koh Lanta.

These jellyfish have domed bells reaching upward of 40 cm in diameter. Members of this family have eight short arms surrounding the mouth. The arms are three-sided.

These jellyfish swim in jerks by contracting their circular and radial muscles,. They have no control over the direction of locomotion and drift with the currents.

Does Koh Lanta have good snorkeling?

If you aren’t a fan of scuba diving, snorkeling is an another amazing activity that can show you the underwater beauty of Koh Lanta. We go to special spots that are wonderful for snorkelers and away from scuba divers. You will always be guided by one of our trained guides who can also help you with fish identification.

Is Koh Lanta too touristy?

While Koh Lanta receives many tourists every year, it’s still not as touristy as other islands in Thailand like Phi Phi or Phuket. Most people who are coming to Koh Lanta are looking to get away from the crowds and just want to relax at quiet beaches.

Yes, you can snorkel in Koh Lanta. Although the snorkeling is not that good on the main island of Koh Lanta Yai, you can organize a boat to take you to Koh Haa and Koh Rok. These two islands are known for good snorkeling spots with supposedly amazing corals.

If you’re looking for a less crowded island, Koh Lanta is definitely worth visiting! While there may not be as many things to do, it’s a great place to chill out for a few days and fully unwind.