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 Koh Phangan, is an island off the East coast of
Thailand, about 100km from Surat Thani on the mainland, and 20km
N from Koh Samui. Famous amongst travelers for the Full Moon
Beach Parties held here. Cheaper, less developed than nearby
Koh Samui, it has taken over from Samui as the favorite backpackers
beach destination.
The interior of the island is largely tropical rain forest. Apart
from the over developed resort island, Koh Samui, this island
has many quiet natural beaches for budget travelers.
Photo: Night boat to Surat
thani at Thong Sala
Access:
From Bangkok, there are many tourist buses running with
a connection to a boat running from Khaosan road. This is the
cheapest way to come to this island. Also it is coming here by
night train is very popular. The trains arrive at Surat Thani
station in early morning. At the train station, a joint ticket,
a bus to Donsok + a boat to this island, available.
From other places: Usually you come to Surat Thani by
train or bus. A joint ticket, a bus to Donsok + a boat to this
island is available at travel agents in Surat Thani,
From Koh Tao: Many boats to Thong Sala every day.
From Koh Samui: 3 ways to come.
1) Boats from Nathon to Thong Sala port.
2) Boats from Bo Phut Pier to Hat Rin Beach
3) Boat from Maenam to Thong Nai Pan via Hat Rin
Orientation:
The main port is Thong Sala, W
part of island.
Beaches: Many good beaches on this island. The main one
is Hat Rin where is famous for the full moon party, good but
very noisy beach. Regular songthaw service from Thong Sala to
Hat Rin.. There are many beautiful and quiet beaches everywhere
on this island, such as Hat Thong Nai Pan, Hat Yao, Hat Yuan,
etc. To go to those minor beaches, you may have a little difficulty
to find a songthaw but eventually you can find one. Hang around
at the Thong Sala port.
From Thong Sala, take a songthaw to Hat Rin/Thong Nai Pan
To the beaches: Songthaw station at the port, just at the entrance
of the main street of Thong Sala town. |
