Day Trip to Ang Thong Marine Park
Off-island 8 hrs
Discover stunning limestone karsts, emerald lagoons, and diverse marine life.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Thai and English
Local currency
THB
(THB)
Local time
(GMT+7)
Ideal trip length
3–10 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Thong Sala
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not mandatory, but appreciated.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
60 · Moderate
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Pad Thai
Green Curry
Mango Sticky Rice
Tom Yum Goong
When to visit Ko Phangan
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January, February
Busiest: Dec-Mar
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Jan90
Dry, sunny, pleasant
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Feb90
Dry, sunny, pleasant
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Mar85
Hot, dry, sunny
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Apr75
Very hot, humid
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May60
Hot, humid, rain starts
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Jun70
Warm, some rain
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Jul80
Warm, pleasant, less rain
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Aug85
Warm, sunny, popular
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Sept65
Rainy season begins
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Oct50
Heavy rain, monsoon
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Nov55
Rainy, storms possible
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Dec80
Dry season starts, cool
Things to do in Ko Phangan
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Hike to Phaeng Waterfall
Central Ko Phangan 3 hrs
Trek through the jungle to reach the island's largest waterfall and viewpoint.
Snorkel or Dive at Koh Ma
Mae Haad 4 hrs
Explore vibrant coral reefs and marine life around the sandbar connecting to Koh Ma.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Take a Thai Cooking Class
Various 3 hrs
Learn to prepare authentic Thai dishes using fresh local ingredients.
Best in the evening
2 places
Attend the Full Moon Party
Haad Rin 8 hrs
Dance under the full moon on Haad Rin beach with thousands of revelers.
Stroll Thong Sala Night Market
Thong Sala 2 hrs
Savor delicious street food, local delicacies, and browse handicrafts.
Any time of day
2 places
Join a Yoga or Wellness Retreat
Sri Thanu
Find inner peace and rejuvenation at one of the island's many wellness centers.
Relax on Secluded Bottle Beach
North Ko Phangan 6 hrs
Access this pristine, quiet beach by longtail boat for ultimate relaxation.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Ko Phangan
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