Staying overnight on the Similan Islands

There are several choices for those wanting to stay on the Similan Islands. There is camping in tents provided by the National Parks. There are also two classes of bungalows on Similan Island #4, the one with shared toilets and the “seaview” bungalows. These are restaurants on the islands and the overnight stay is often the highlight of people trips. With very little light pollution – the stars under the Andaman sky are enchanting.


The Similan National Marine Park was also building some bungalows on Similan #8, and they claimed to be building some on Koh Tachai as well. It would be really exciting if there were other options like these (Koh Tachai is gorgeous). But we are not able to make reservations with the National Park Headquarters, so it remains to be seen.


The tents are 3 person tents with plenty of space. You are able to lock the tents (rarely an issue) and they come with a small mat to sleep on. These cost 500 baht per night, which is in addition to your park entry fee.


There are also Bungalows with shared bathroom facilities. These have fans and offer beds (the mattresses are quite hard – the ways Thais like them). These are 1000 baht per night (maximum two person occupancy). This is in addition to your park entry fee.


Finally there are Seaview bungalows. some of these have aircon, a few have fan. Most of them have some form of view. These all face sunset, and in a few of them it can be quite spectacular.

Again, the beds are quite stiff (it takes getting used to) and the bathrooms are okay. But if you want that extra bit of luxury – this is the way.

These cost 2000 per night, and we recommend reservations as they can be sold out during holidays.

There is also a restaurant on each of the islands (Similan #4, Similan #8 and Koh Tachai). There is usually a small souvenir shop, but they are not well stocked. We recommend getting sunscreen, batteries and film being purchased before visiting the islands.