(also often Koh Tao, "Turtle Island ) is an island in Thailand located near the eastern shore of the Gulf of Thailand. It covers an area of about 21 km². Administratively it forms a tambon within the district (Amphoe) Ko Pha Ngan of Surat Thani Province. As of 2006 its official population number is 1382. The main settlement is Ban Mae Haad.
Koh Tao
Situated 60 kilometres off the coast of Chumphon but falling under the jurisdiction of Surat Thani, Ko Tao lies 45 kilometres north of Ko Pha-ngan and is only 20 square kilometres in area but it is known as the best diving site in the Gulf of Thailand. The turquoise water of Ko Tao is crystalline, coconut plantations still cover much of the landscape, and concrete roads are built along only a few beaches. Getting around the island is either by pick-up taxi or by boat. Motorbikes and mountain bikes are also available for rent to explore the island.
Attractions in and around Ko Tao include:
Hat Cho Po Ro or Hat Sai Ri – This small powdery beach provides accommodation. The Giant Clam Park nearby breeds the near-extinct giant clam and exhibits many aquatic animals. It is open daily.
Koh Nang Yuan - A coral island with a high viewpoint and long white sandy beaches.
Kong Hin Khao and Kong Hin Khiao – These overlaying rocks have submarine alcoves, whereby many fish frequent.
Kong Hin Chumphon – Many fish frequent this area on the northwestern part of the island. During breeding season in March – April, this area is closed from any fishing activities.
Ban Mae Hat – Pier, transportation terminal, diving schools and shops renting diving gear, concentrate in this economic centre of the island.
Kong Sai Daeng – Rarely seen black-eared shark frequent the red sandstone by the mouth of Thian Nok Bay.
The best period is from December to April. It is possible to travel to Ko Tao during the rainy season (May to October), though obviously, you should be prepared to run into showers and rainstorms.
Weather Statistics
Temperatures in Celsius. Average values:Reference to: Ko Samui.
Koh Tao Weather : Ban Chalok lam, Koh Tao, Thailand.
Koh Tao :: Photo by
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Beaches
Sairee Beach
The longest beach on Koh Tao by far the most popular. It is about three kilometers in length and located north of Mae Had, on the west coast of the island. Here you will find numerous diving centers and diving schools as well as 7-Eleven stores and many restaurants.
Chalok Baan Kao Beach
Chalok Baan Kao is a rather shallow and popular beach situated in a bay. It is located in the southern part of Koh Tao, about two kilometers south of Mae Had.
Tanote Bay
Located in the eastern part of the island. It might be a little hard to get here, but it is a beautiful bay and it is great place for snorkeling.
Other Beaches
Koh Tao has a few other interesting beaches and bays such as Aow Leuk, Sai Tong, Hin Wong and Rocky Bay. Koh Tao is a rather small island so we would like to recommend you to rent a bike and travel around the island. Be careful in the traffic and use a crash helmet.
Koh Nangyuan
Koh Nangyuan is a secret jewel nestled in the Gulf of Thailand and is considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Three island, Iushly vegetated and peppered with boulders are connected with a sandy beach which changes with the seasons and tide.
Coral reef fringes the islands creating a beautiful mosaic of coral and fish life. lf you take the time to walk to the viewpoint you will be rewarded with breathtaking views. For beach lovers Nangyuan is blissful.
RESORT ON KOH NANG YUAN
Nangyuan Island Dive Resort offers several different levels of comfort to fit your budget and expectations. All bungalows come equipped with a refrigerator and some of bungalows with video,or living room.
It is place of tranquility and serenity and is a perfect place to unwind from the rigors of travel, or for the more adventurous a chance to dive into an exciting new experience. If you will be participating in any diving activities on Koh Nangyuan the resort offers accommodation discounts for divers.
koh nangyuan diver resort we have a dive course for everyone on any time schedule, budget and age. With small groups and flexible learning you are guaranteed to enjoy your stay. For those of you who are not sure if diving is for you we offer a discover scuba where you can try diving first for free, taking five minutes it lets you know what it's like to breath underwater.
Paradise Koh Tao Island Sea Central Gulf of Thailand
Koh Tao (turtle island) is blessed with beautiful bays and beaches and has spectacular coral reefs along its shoreline. lt is a paradise for snorkel- ers and divers alike. On the tour we will visit one of these bays to enjoy the beauty of the undenzvater world.
Koh Tao Attractions & Dive the beautiful sea of the Gulf of Thailand is well-known shelter.Visitors Just a few years but for this own. Visitors Foreigners. Name,.เกาะเต่า Ko Tao Said that aHeaven Of Diving At A dive. Well known throughout the world in elegance and flamboyance.Sea World.Not to lose any of the world.
Koh Tao Island comprises 2 main islands are Koh Tao and Koh Nang-Yuan Almost all the mountains. Is just a plain. 30% of the island. The total area is 17.96 square kilometers or 12 rai.3.4 km long 7.6 km wide with a 3 villages are Baan Maehaad and Baan Chalokbaankao.
With distance from Chumphon estuary 85 km away from the Bay and Ban Don Surat Thani 120 kms. and from Koh Phangan this is the island closest to 45 km.That makes it the central island of Koh Tao has become a rather lonely Taelhlwg the real.
Koh Tao : Charm Churee Villa : Photo by
Islandergroup
Koh Nangyuan : Koh Nangyuan pier: Photo by
Islandergroup.
Nowadays, it is much faster and easier to get to koh tao, than earlier.island is located around 85 kilometers away from chumphon port, 45 km from koh ohangan, 65 km from koh samui, and 120 km from suratthani. thus most travelers choose to start from chumphon, where they could board large speedboat to the island within 2 hours. Some sea transportation companies even make it easier to go there by including the bus trip from bangkok to chumphon into the program. by this way it is much faster and easier to get to koh tao
Lomprayah High Speed Boat : Koh Nang Yuan Pier : Photo by
Islandergroup.
Seatran Discovery : Koh Tao : Photo by islandergroup.
Night Boat : Mae Haad Pier : Photo by islandergroup.
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