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Koh Phangan is another ideal destination for the travelers who prefer less
crowded, more private beaches set in a laid-back atmosphere. However,
this is
also a very hip place to be as the island hosts the world famous, and perhaps
the biggest beach party on this planet –
The full moon party on Hat Rin.
Covering an area of 191 square kilometers, Koh Phangan is located 20 kilometres
directly north of Koh Samui, or approximately 100 kilometres from Suratthani
mainland. Interesting attractions include secluded and virgin beaches around the
island, a hilltop temple called Wat Khao Tham (ideal for meditation), Than Sadet
Waterfall, and the Namtok Phaeng National Park. Renting a motorcycle to explore
the island is recommended as there are a lot of things to see and do.
Koh Phangan was before the backpackers’ destination, Nowadays a 'more mixed range' of visitors arrives here. One thing most of them have in common is they want to find a relaxed and easy going place. One exemption might be the Full moon party when Haad Rin Nok transforms to a dance-floor made of sand. If you don't want to participate or even listen to the music, don't worry. Koh Phangan is a relatively large island, so you can easily find a quiet place here, even when the moon is round.
The beaches on Koh Phangan are still some of the best in the Gulf of Thailand, and remain more popular for people wishing to avoid the crowds of Thailand beaches. Not all have been developed, so there are still those quiet deserted beaches which can be very attractive. There is also snorkelling to be done, with many beaches having live-coral formations.
| Emergency Call | 191 | Tourist Police (Koh Samui) | 077 421281 |
| Tourist Police (Surat) | 077 281300 | Police Station (Pha-Ngan) | 077 377114 |
| TAT Office (Suratthani) | 077 281828 | Hospital (Koh Phangan) | 077 377034 |
| Immigration (Koh Samui) | 077 421069 | Bangkok Airways (Koh Samui) | 077 425011 |
| Songserm Travel (Koh Phangan) | 077 377046 | Songserm Travel (Suratthani) | 077 285124-6 |
| Raja Ferry (Koh Phangan) | 077 377452-3 | Raja Ferry (Suratthani) | 077 371151 |
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