THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Short speedboat hops from Chalong Pier deliver shallow reefs, clear-water snorkeling and a relaxed beach lunch on Koh Hey (Coral Island). Perfect for a half-day sea escape from Phuket with equipment and transfers included.
Short speedboat hops from Chalong Pier deliver shallow reefs, clear-water snorkeling and a relaxed beach lunch on Koh Hey (Coral Island). Perfect for a half-day sea escape from Phuket with equipment and transfers included.
Book with Just For Tours
Book directly with Just For Tours for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve NowVerified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Just For Tours · Coral Island (Koh Hey), Phuket
The morning light strips the clouds as a low-slung speedboat slips out of Chalong Pier, the bay shrinking behind you and turquoise opening up ahead. In 10–15 minutes the hull banks toward Koh Hey — called Coral Island for its shallow fringing reefs — where a curved strip of sand named Banana Beach drops into clear water and coral bommies wait just offshore.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for travelers in general good health; requires basic swimming ability and comfort with short, shallow snorkels.
Expect roughly 10–15 minutes by speedboat under normal sea conditions; the exact time can vary with tides and weather.
Yes — most tours include masks, snorkels and fins; operators often provide a short briefing and guidance on local reef spots.
The tour is family-friendly but requires basic water comfort; life jackets are provided and children should be supervised — check operator age limits before booking.
Operators monitor conditions and may alter or reschedule snorkel stops; tours generally run except in unsafe sea conditions, but cancellation and refund policies vary.
Koh Hey (Coral Island) transitioned from local fishing outcrop to a popular day-trip site as Phuket’s tourism grew in the late 20th century; small beachfront eateries reflect that shift.
Coral communities are sensitive; responsible operators encourage no-touch snorkeling, use of moorings over anchors when possible, and advise reef-safe sun protection.
Just For Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Book with Just For Tours
Book directly with Just For Tours for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
Reserve Now