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Koh Phangan Information
Koh Phangan is to the northeast of Surat Thani, about 20 kilometers
from Koh Samui. Its area of 170 square kilometers, or 106,250 rai,
is surrounded by several minor islands such as Koh Tao, Koh Tae Nok,
Kog Tae Nai, and Koh Ma. Vast plains stretch out on the west coast
of the island, while steep cliffs drip to the sea in the east. It is
encircled by charming beaches, beautiful bays, and clear waters,
with an abundance of coral reefs and marine life.
How to get there
From Suratthani an express boat departs the main town pier at 8.00
A.M. and 4.00 P.M. Alternately a ferry departs Donsak pier (50
minutes bus ride from Suratthani town) at 10:00 A.M. 2:00 P.M. and
6.00 P.M. taking two and a half hours to Thong Sala, Koh Pha Ngan.
From Samui, an express boat leaves Nathorn pier
at 11.00 A.M. to Thong Sala taking 50 minutes or from Big Buddha
pier near Samui Airport leaving 10:30 A.M. 1:00 P.M. and 4.00 P.M.
to Haad Rin pier taking forty five minutes. Also long tail water
taxi from Big Buddha, Samui to Haad Rin then on to Thong Nai Pan Noi
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