The VGA Blog

Guides to diving, snorkeling and island hopping around Phuket, from the team who runs the boats.

A green sea turtle swimming over a sandy seabed near Phuket Diving

Marine Life You'll Encounter While Diving in Phuket

From clownfish and sea turtles to reef sharks and the occasional whale shark — a guide to what's actually down there at Racha, the Similans, Phi Phi and more.

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Best Snorkeling Spots in Phuket for Beginners and Pros

Six spots ranked from easiest to most advanced — Khai Islands and Coral Island for first-timers, Racha Noi and Ao Sane for confident swimmers ready to go further.

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Calm turquoise sea seen from above with two snorkelers Snorkeling

Racha Island Weather: Best Time to Go and What Happens in Rough Seas

A month-by-month look at rain and sea conditions around Racha, and what we do when the sea is too rough for the trip.

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A snorkeler in deep blue water with sunlight from above Snorkeling

Racha Yai vs Racha Noi: Which Island Is Better for Snorkeling?

Two islands, two kinds of water. How Racha Yai and Racha Noi compare for snorkeling, and how to see both in one day.

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A child with a snorkel mask resting on a float in shallow turquoise water Snorkeling

Racha Islands vs Coral Island: Which Snorkeling Trip From Phuket?

Coral Island is a short hop, Racha is a full day. An honest comparison of distance, reef, crowds and who each trip suits.

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Guests in life vests and snorkel gear at the back of the yacht Snorkeling

Racha Island Snorkeling Tour: What's Included and How the Day Works

Hotel pickup, two buffet meals, three snorkel stops and equipment. The full plan for our Racha snorkeling day.

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A snorkeler photographing a coral reef in Phuket Book With Klook

Book Your "PhuketDiveTrip" with Klook Today

Our three signature activities on Klook — Maiton Island scuba diving, the 3 Micro Khai Islands tour, and James Bond 5 Islands with cave canoeing.

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