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Via the Thap Lamu Pier
Thap Lamu is a busy marina in the Thai Mueang district, about 15 km south of Nang Thong Beach in Khao Lak. Almost all day trips to the Similan Islands depart from here. Tourist buses pick up guests from Khao Lak between 6:30 and 7:30 a.m. and guests from Phuket from 5:30 a.m. Check-in begins around 8:00 a.m., and the speedboats and catamarans depart about an hour later for the islands, which lie approximately 70 km off the coast. The crossing takes about 1 hour 15 to 1 hour 30 minutes.
Apart from the tour operator counters, a few cafes, and the boats, there isn't much here, and nobody comes specifically for the pier itself. The day trips return in the late afternoon, usually landing between 4:30 and 5:30 pm.
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Experience tips
Combine your visit. After visiting Thap Lamu Pier, you can round off your day in Khao Lak with contrasting stops nearby.
H6CF+375, Amphoe Thai Mueang
Tips for visiting the transport sector
Always photograph any existing damage to the scooter before setting off and keep your passport safe – hand over a copy instead (some shops insist on the original; avoid these). Wear a helmet; the police will fine you 500 THB for not wearing one, and accidents without a helmet will result in the loss of your insurance coverage.
Questions about Thap Lamu Pier
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The best time to visit Khao Lak is from December to March (Similan season from October 15th to May 15th), as the weather is most stable then. The peak season is from December to February (especially popular with European families), and visiting early in the morning is generally less crowded. From August to October, you should carefully consider your travel dates (rainy season, Similan Mountains closed).
Thap Lamu Pier is located at H6CF+375, Amphoe Thai Mueang, in Khao Lak. In Khao Lak, the usual way to get around is by songthaew along the coastal road (Phetkasem Highway) or by rented motorbike (250–300 Baht/day; the resort areas are all located along one road).
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