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SAWADEE KRAP! Welcome to the latest edition of our pocket sized Koh Phangan island guide which covers the months from June-August. Koh Phangan is heating up and the rainy season is well and truly behind us. Recently it has been all about the Factor 30 sunscreen and the clear blue skies that Koh Phangan is synonymous with!
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CONTENTS FEATURES Rainforest Adventure An Island tour packed with excitement!! Here comes the sun! The most beautiful beaches on Phangan Angthong Marine Park Paradise uncovered!
REGULARS 06
Facts & Figures
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Getting to Koh Phangan
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Getting Around
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Angthong Marine Park
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Accommodation
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Mingle with the locals
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Things to do on Koh Phangan
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Sightseeing
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Rainforest Adventure
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Here comes the sun
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Party on the Island
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Thai Visa Information
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Russian Information
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Timetables
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Contact Directory
KOH PHANGAN QUICK FACTS & FIGURES Location Main Village Population Area Climate Major Industries Transportation Best Time to Visit International Telephone Code Number of Resorts Nearby Islands National Parks nearby
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Police Tourist Police Ambulance Bangkok Hospital Phangan Rescue Service Samui Immigration Speedboat Services Post Office Bangkok Airways Thai Airways Air Asia Nok Air American Express MasterCard/ Visa
Gulf of Thailand Thong Sala Around 12.000 168 km2 Tropical, Warm temperatures, lots of sunshine Tourism, and Fisheries, Coconut Plantation Taxi, Motorbike Taxi, Car & Motorbike Rental December until April 0066 About 265 Koh Samui, Koh Tao, Islands of Angthong National Park Thansadet National Park, Angthong National Park 077 377 114 1155 191 077 239 599 077 377 500 077 421 069 077 238 232 077 377 118 077 601 300 077 601 331 02 515 9999 1318 02 273 0022 02 299 1990
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GETTING TO KOH PHANGAN .................................................................................................. BY PLANE The fastest way to travel to Koh Phangan and perfect for those with a limited stay in Thailand. Koh Samui is serviced by Bangkok Airways and there are regular daily flights from around Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong. Check ww.bangkokair.com for details. From the airport take a taxi to one of the piers where you can catch a ferry to Koh Phangan for about 250 baht. The last ferry leaves at 6 pm. Suratthani is serviced by Thai Airways and the low cost carriers Air Asia and Nok Air. The latter two airlines offer great Bangkok- Suratthani deals. Upon your arrival to the airport visit a travel agency to purchase a bus and boat combo' ticket for between 500 and 600 baht to Koh Phangan.
BY TRAIN These run throughout the day leaving from Bangkok and southern Thailand. In our opinion the overnight sleeper train is the best value option when travelling to Koh Phangan. You will need to reserve your train ticket in advance as it is a popular way to travel. At the time of booking there is a choice of first and second class cabins which air either fan cooled or have air conditioning. Travellers often prefer cooled cabins as the air conditioning systems on trains produce cold and very dry air. You will receive a table, a sofa which is converted to a flat bed in the evening and a waiter serving food and beverages. Trains stop in Suratthani where you can arrange a bus and ferry ticket to Koh Phangan. More info and timetable on www.railway.co.th
BY BUS AND FERRY From Suratthani: Songserm Ferry, Raja Ferry (which both take around 3 hrs) or the quicker Lomprayah catamaran (about 1.5 hrs). A night boat service is also available with comfortable beds and fans. This departs at 11 pm and takes about 7 hrs. From Koh Samui: Three different piers on Samui service Koh Phangan and the boat journey can take anything from 30 minutes to 1 hour. The Haad Rin Queen Ferry is another option and travels directly to Haad Rin. From Koh Tao: Boats depart from Mae Haad pier at regular intervals and arrive in Thongsala. Choose between Songserm, Seatran or Lomprayah services. the best option is a combo ticket which includes an overnight bus to Suratthani and the onward ferry to Phangan. The cost varies but is usually around 700 baht. Khaosan Road offers the cheapest deals. The Government bus leaves from Bangkok south station at 7 pm and arrives on Koh Phangan at 10 am.
GETTING AROUND KOH PHANGAN .................................................................................................. Phangan is an amazing and magical island to explore quite easy, because is relatively small, but trully world of contrast with exceptional sightseeing opportunities. Enjoy!
Mopeds can be rented throughout the island with prices ranging from 100baht-250baht per day. It is not recommended for those with no experience. It has become standard practice to deposit your passport when signing a motorcycle hire contract, check any damage to the bike. Do not drink and drive and always wear a helmet!
Rental Car/ Jeep 4x4 vehicles can prove to be cost effective and better equipped for the rougher roads on Koh Phangan. Prices range from 600baht-1500baht per day depending on the quality of the vehicle and rental duration.
Bicycle ideal for those looking to burn a few calories. Generally you can pick up mountain bikes for about 100baht from hire companies and selected resorts. An affordable, enjoyable and 'green' way to explore the rugged and spectacular terrain.
Taxi/ Songtheow/ Minibus Taxi stand is located by the ferry piers in Thongsala and another is located in Haad Rin near to the police station. Always agree a price in advance. Below are typical prices for main routes on the island but these vary depending on the time of day, your group size and the mood of the driver!
Taxi boat/ Longtail take you to some of the more secluded spots on the island as Haad Yuan Beach, Bottle Beach. There are always waitnig by Chaloklam pier, prices vary depending on your group size, usually 150baht per person per beach. Always agree a price in advance.
Luxury Speedboat unique and unforgettalbe day in the Gulf of Thailand with your friends and family chartered to Koh Tao or Angthong Marine Park. Contact your local travel agent or hotel reception.
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Recommended Taxi Prices Thongsala to Chaloklum: 150 baht / person Thongsala to Haad Rin: 150 baht / person Thongsala to Haad Yao or Haad Salad: 150 baht / person Thongsala to Mae Haad: 150 baht / person Thongsala to Thong Nai Pan or Than Sadet Beach: 250 baht / person Thongsala to Baan Tai 100 baht / person
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Angthong Marine Park
Angthong Marine Park - Paradise Uncovered!
beautiful clear waters and striking scenic vistas. The boat anchored at Koh Wao and everyone was After hearing about a new speedboat tour offered kitted out with a mask and snorkel to explore the coral formations and the abundant sea life. We by Safari Boat in Thongsala, the Navigator gang saw so many vibrant fish including parrot fish, went to check it out. rays and there was even a sighting of a black tip reef sharks! Watch out for sea Angthong Marine Park is a stunning archipelago urchins as these can be pretty painful if which consists of over 40 small islands. The protected and uninhabited park is situated west of stepped on! Koh Samui in the Gulf of Thailand. The islands are After snorkelling, we lifted anchor and had a made from limestone, are arranged close pleasant cruise around some of the other together and vary in shapes and features. Some islands are dist inguished by their features such islands before mooring on Koh Mae Koh or as Monkey Island and all are home to tropical ‘Mother Island’. After stepping off the boat onto rainforests and jaw- dropping rock faces. the powdery white sands our tour was directed towards a steep series of steps built into the natural landscape. After 10-15 minutes of hiking Safari Boat Company have recently purchased a beautiful speedboat which whisked the Navigator we came to a viewpoint and were treated to one of the most majestic sights in Southern Thailandteam to Angthong in under 45minutes. Being a calm day the journey was very comfortable and the Emerald Lagoon. Words can not describe the the tour never has more than 25 people on the beauty of this fluorescent natural water feature boat which means that there is plenty of space.... which is surrounded by cliffs and stunning vibrant and enough lifejackets and safety equipment for flora. everyone! Our next stop was to refuel...ourselves, not the As soon as we boarded the speedboat the crew boat! We sped to Koh Wua Talap for a sumptuous were exceptionally helpful, friendly and full of buffet lunch with a choice of 3 tasty dishes and of interesting information about the park. Their course some fried rice. After a few helpings of energy and enthusiasm lasted the whole day and lunch and some fruit for desert the Navigator definitely rubbed off on the guests. When the boat team had an hour or so to kill. After perusing the reached the marine park we were greeted by visitor centre we decided to follow one of our tour
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leaders to the hidden caves. This hike is not for the feint hearted and often involved pulling oneself up the rocky terrain by rope. The caves were stunning with an array of stalactites and stalagmites on show. This hike is not recommended for young kids, the elderly or those unsteady on their feet! A relaxing swim later we were on board once more heading towards the island of Koh Pee. Here there was an offer to kayak to some neighbouring islands... an offer which we gladly took up. The kayaking was well worth the extra 200 baht. A section of the tour paddled through the serene, translucent waters and under dramatic cliff overhangs taking in all the wonders that the park had to offer. After meeting up with the rest of our tour who had been lazing in the sun or snorkeling off the beach it was time to say goodbye to paradise. Thank you must go to Safari Boat Team for making this a relaxing and well run trip and especially the crew. Definetely worth the 1.800 baht for a day full of fun. Seats are limited, so you better book your trip in advance. www.safariboat.info or call +66 77 238232
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Basic everyday words I: pom (m) chan (f) You: kun Person: kon
It: man
Yes: chai
No: mai
Good: di
Understand: kao-jai
This: ni
Greetings and meetings Hello: sawa dee Thank you: kob khun krap (f) ka (m) No thank you: mai ao krap (f) ka (m) How are you?: sabai di mai? I am well: sabai di krap (f) ka (m) What is your name?: khun chuu a-rai? Come from England: ma jak Angrit
Useful verbs
Mingle the
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The Koh Phangan population is an exceptionally friendly one and the local 'Phanganers' will often greet you with a smile or traditional 'wai'. The locals are keen to make sure that you have a great time during your stay and will often go out of their way to make you feel welcome. 'Phanganers' and Thai people in general are very proud of their country, love their King and the ma jority are Buddhist. Please make the most of Koh Phangan and have a chat with the locals to find out more about them as people, their culture and traditions. On these pages we have composed a collection of basic words and phrases which will help you find your way around and engage the locals in conversation. Don’t be shy - give learning and speaking Thai a go!! 20
To eat: gin
To drink: duum
To go: bpai
To come: maa
To stay: yuu
To know: ruu
To like: choop
To sleep: noon
Useful adverbs (describing words) Small: lek
Big: yai
Fast: reo
Slow: chaa
Hot: ron
Cold: yen
Beautiful: suai
Expensive: peeng
1 = neung
20 = yee sip
2 = song
30 = sam sip
3 = sam
40 = si sip
4 = si
50 = ha sip
5 = ha
60 = hok sip
6 = hok
70 = chet sip
7 = chet
80 = pet sip
8 = pet
90 = kao sip
9 = kao
100 = neung roi
10 = sip
500 = ha roi
11 = sip ed
1,000 = neung pan
THINGS TO DO
ON KOH PHANGAN
KAYAKING by SAFARIBOAT
Booking: safariboat.info WHALESHARK AT SAILROCK
THINGS TO DO ON KOH PHANGAN
ANGTHONG MARINE PARK
SCUBA DIVING
KITEBOARDING
is an experience not to be missed! The park is a fascinating archipelago made up of more than 40 islands where visitors are free to explore caves, hidden lagoons, deserted white sand beaches and the emerald lake.
offers holiday makers the opportunity to get closer to the aquatic life that Koh Phangan has to offer and some of the best dive sites in the Gulf of Thailand are within easy reach. For beginners there are several dive operators who offer introductory “try� dives and the opportunity to complete basic dives courses such as PADI Open Water Certificate. Experienced divers are also catered for as there are some tricky dives around Koh Phangan and the opportunity to complete Divemaster and Instructor courses. Regardless of your diving experience, Koh Phangan is one of the cheapest places in the world to dive, groups tend to be small and there is generally a high standard.
Why not take part in a wind powered sport? The best winds hit Koh Phangan between January and April although it is possible to take part in these sports all year round depending on the incoming breezes.
Safari Boat offers a well organised day trip departing from Thongsala by speedboat so that you can enjoy a full day basking in this idyllic paradise where you can kayak and snorkel amongst the shallow coral gardens. Excursions include a light breakfast, buffet lunch, snacks, drinks and snorkeling equipment for a cost of only 1,800 baht + 200 baht for entrance fee to the National Marine Park. The Navigator recommend Safari Boat company, booking line 077 238 232
The best place to head for is Baan Tai as this is where the ma jor operators are situated and the shallow waters are ideal for these pursuits. Expert tuition and decent equipment is available and there are several kiteboarding and windsurfing outlets on the island to purchase kit Other water based activities include jetskiing, wakeboarding and there is an opportunity to hire Hobie cats.
YOGA & HEALING
NIGHTLIFE
EXCURSIONS
Numerous forms of yoga are practiced under the guidance of qualified instructors who welcome beginner and advanced “yogis”. Costs vary but sessions usually cost about 300 baht. Other options for the open minded include Reiki, Chakra, Pilates and Tai Chi. Cleansing programs which include fasting, detox and weight loss may also be undertaken. There are many places on Koh Phangan which will help you nourish your mind, body and soul!
Koh Phangan has a fantastic array of entertainment options and a vibrant nightlife which can satisfy even the most hardcore of party animals!
A vibrant culture, unique arts and ceremonies, a gentle and friendly people and spectacular scenery make Phangan Island one of the premier travel destinations in the world. Learn for yourself how beautiful it is and join one of the local Daily Tour Travel agents. Phangan Navigator recommends Safari Boat Tours for all kind of excursions.
The island is always a happening place to be at night and comes alive with bars, live music, festivals and parties. Haad Rin is the focal point of Koh Phangan’s nightlife and it is here that you’ll find the largest number of beach bars and clubs pumping out every genre of music
TREKKING A popular trek where ramblers can enjoy the beauty of Phangan’s interior is the Khao Ra trek. Guided treks can be arranged through travel agencies and at Than Sadet national park but there are several marked and well trodden footpaths on the island which will appeal to your sense of adventure. An enjoyable trek and definitely a Navigator favorite is the walk/ scramble between Haad Rin and Haad Thian.
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SIGHTSEEING & PLACES OF
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KOH PHANGAN has a stunning and diverse natural environment to explore. From lush untouched rain forests, sparkling waterfalls, mountains and spectacular deserted coves...Koh Phangan can take your breathe away! Along with the character filled villages like Chaloklum or Srithanu and the ancient temples which exist here, Phangan’s landscape makes the island both a beautiful and a spiritual place. Several spots on the island are a “must see” so check your Navigator map for directions, hop on your moped and go and explore!...
Khao Raa Viepoint
Than Sadet Waterfall
Wat Khao Tam The mountainous and hilly interior of Koh Phangan provides visitors with some dramatic scenic viewpoints. Our favorite is Khao Ra and make sure that your body is adequately fueled and that you are carrying some water as there is a sometimes challenging 2 hr trek to the mountain’s summit! Other viewpoints to make a beeline for are Dome Sila viewpoint, Wat Khao Tam and Mr Pong’s Paradise which can be found on the road running north from Baan Tai. At Paeng Waterfalls you can literally park your 'ped, take out your camera and take awe inspiring images of this natural wonder straight away. For those feeling energetic and for the more adventurous why not take one of the marked paths and scramble upwards for ever more impressive backdrops to the waterfall? Pack some swim wear and you’ll be able to cool down and splash around in some of the refreshing plunge pools on your way up or down. The waterfalls of Than Sadet sights ancient inscribed rocks which sit amongst an array of glistening freshwater falls. Clambering around this protected area and enjoying the island's flora and fauna can be a unique and treasured experience. 27
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CANOPY ZIPLINE PARK/ RAINFOREST ADVENTURE
An Island tour packed with excitement! The Safari Boat Company have recently launched their inland adventure tour and it is proving exceptionally popular. This fantastic day trip caters to all ages and allows guests to soak up the character of Phangan whilst partaking in some of the more thrill seeking activities that the island has to offer! This tour has various options to choose from and includes a light breakfast and a sumptous lunch buffet at one of the island’s best eateries.
Some highlights of the trip Phaeng Waterfalls: A jungle walk overboulders and through trickling streams allows guests to experience the island’s rainforests and wildlife. After a steep climb unpack the swim wear and relax in one of the many plunge pools that the waterfall has to offer.
Elephant trekking: Ride, play and helpfeed these magnificent creatures which have played an important part in Thailands history. Archery: Fancy a go playing Robin Hood? Great fun trying to outscore your friends after being shown how to use the modern compound bows (rather than the simple wooden ones from medieval times!). Canopy Tour: What better way to get the adrenaline pumping than to swing and zipline through trees Tarzan style! Breathtaking views and nerve jangling fun! Herbal steam sauna: Relax and unwind Thai style at one of the islands oldesttemples. A fantastic way to cleanse the body and relax those aching muscles!
Booking Line: 077 238 232 www.safariboat.info
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A wide range of breakfast Cakes and Patisserie Thai & European Food Homemade Bread and Rolls Finest Coffees Take away available
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UNDERWATER WORLD GULF OF THAILAND
Accident insurance Elephant trekking & show OPEN DAILY 9 am - 6 pm On the way from Baan Tai village to Thong Nai Pan Kids and families welcome
Exciting Show, Elephant Jungle Trekking, Baby Elephant Contact : 084 537 1279
Free transfers from/to your hotel
HEALTH & SPA
Health and Wellbeing There are many places on Koh Phangan which will help you nourish your mind, body and soul! Exploring the island you will find plenty of massage shops and day spas. These can offer a range of treatments including traditional Thai massage, oil massage, reflexology, face and body treat- ments in a relaxed and calming environment. Courses in Thai massage can be found island-wide and there are also several herbal steam rooms and jacuzzis so enjoy.
Yoga retreats and healing centers are popping up all over Koh Phangan which reflects a growing interest in spiritual health and alternative healing techniques. Numerous forms of yoga are practiced under the gui-
dance of qualified instructors who welcome beginner and advanced “yogis�. Costs vary but sessions usually cost about 300 baht. Other options for the open minded include reiki, chakra, Pilates and Tai Chi. Cleansing programs which include fasting, detox and weight loss may also be undertaken. Phangan is a popular place to practice Buddhist meditation with temples and meditation centers offering courses which can last for up to 10 days and beyond. The retreat at Wat Khao Tam is a popular retreat but keep an eye out for posters and fliers on notice boards for further information and dates. There are a handful of weight training facilities on the island where you can pump some iron or work off those Sangsom buckets. 35
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ANGTHONG NATIONAL PARK - TRUE PARADISE
HERE COMES
THE SUN
Koh Phangan has a contrasting landscape and the same can be said about it's beaches. There are idyllic white sandy beaches stretching around the island varying in character and atmosphere but always offer beautifully clear waters. Due to the tidal nature of Phangan, the best beaches for swimming tend to be on the north and east coasts. Whichever point on the compass you head for you will be treated to gorgeous coves and sandy stretches ideal for visitors seeking privacy, beach games or for those just happy to laze and take in the palm fringed scenery.
Bottle BeachAO BAAN TAI BEACH AND BAAN KHAI BEACH (SOUTH)
A long stretch of beautiful Baan Tai sandy coastline which has a several bungalows and resorts. Baan Tai beach offers a great view of Koh Samui, outstanding sunsets and the opportunity to indulge in beach games and a spot of snorkelling. Between the villages of Ban Tai and Baan Khai is a series of sandy beaches with quite a few well-spaced bungalow operations.
AO NAI WOK (THONGSALA BEACH) A delightful bay North of Thongsala offering an incredible sunset over a series of large granite boulders and a beach rich in colourful seashells. Those with a sense of adventure can kayak to the nearby island of Koh Tae Nai which has an untouched feel and some beautiful coral.
HAAD CHAO PHAO AND SRITHANU BEACH (WEST) One of the more tranquil beaches on this coast, Hat Chaophao is a rounded beach two headlands south of Haad Yao; Ao Sithanu sits south of this beach. There's a charming lagoon at the southern end of Hat Chao Phao as well as a few bars and mini-marts scattered along the road, so you're never far from essentials like water or beer.
AO HAAD YAO BEACH (WEST) A popular beach on the North West of the Koh Phangan Island. Here you will find plenty of bars and restaurants on the beach playing relaxing music. Some of the restaurants offers evening BBQ at competitive prices making Haad Yao beach a perfect spot for socializing, beach games and cocktails at sunset!
AO HAAD SALAD BEACH (WEST) A secluded palm fringed bay which many regard as one of the most beautiful on the island. Those looking for solitude and scenic vistas wont be disappointed!
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AO HAAD MAE HAAD BEACH (WEST) Mae Haad beach and sand bar to Koh Ma Island located in the North of Koh Phangan is a popular spot and a must see for all visitors to the Phangan Island. At low tide it is possible to walk along the sand bar from Haad Mae Haad to Koh Ma. Bring your snorkel and mask as the area is rich in marine life with vibrant coral and a wealth undersea life.
AO CHALOKLUM BEACH (NORTH) A long stretch of coastline which is suitable for swimming and snorkelling. A great place to relax and watch local fishermen arrive and depart in their long tail boats. There is a wealth of good seafood restaurants where you can enjoy the fruits of their labour! Chalokum is Koh Phangan's second-largest settlement is a laid-back little fishing village on the north coast of Koh Phangan.
AO BOTTLE BEACH - HAAD KHUAD (NORTH) Accessible either by boat from Chaloklum or by road from Thong Nai Pan, this well known beach is well worth the trip! The crescent shaped cove is one of the most scenic places on the Phangan island and the wide, white sandy beach is surrounded by lush mountain greenery. Bottle Beach is the more stunning of the two bays, although Haad Khom is still quite the beauty queen.
AO THONG NAI PAN BEACH (NORTH-EAST) The North and South beaches of Thong Nai Pan offers a stunning mountain backdrop and a true taste of paradise. This area has become a favourite hangout for those seeking the ultimate chill out spot and has a friendly, laid back feel. A nice wide beach for swimming and beach games.
HAAD THAN SADET (EAST) Haad Than Sadet sits past a rocky headland and is a large but relaxed beach cove that has all year round great condition for swimmning. Here lies a string of modestly simple places – the remoteness of these places makes them perfect for a romantic getaway . Do not miss famous and pretty well know beautiful Than Sadet Waterfall.
Party on
The Island Koh Phangan has a fantastic array of entertainment options and a vibrant nightlife which can satisfy even the most hardcore of party animals! The island is always a happening place to be at night and comes alive with bars, live music, festivals and parties.
FULL MOON PARTY
HALFMOON PARTY
JUNGLE EXPERIENCE
The Full Moon Party is held on Haad Rin’s eastern beach and for those who haven't been...the party is INSANE!! During peak season up to 30,000 revelers descend on Koh Phangan from throughout Asia to party hard from dusk ‘till dawn in front of massive state of the art sound systems and light shows. Walking from one end of the beach to the other expect a blur of glow sticks and fluorescent body paint with people gyrating to every type of music imaginable. Beach access at night is 100 baht upon which you receive a colorful bracelet which you can keep for posterity. Dress up, paint that body and leave your inhibitions behind as this is a party that you'll never forget!
The Half Moon Party is located in the Baan Tai jungle and takes place one week either side of the infamous Full Moon Party. Halfmoon Party is a pretty well organized party with decent underground trance music and a lovely decorated venue.
Jungle Experience is set in a beautiful secret garden clearing deep in the midst of the Baan Tai Jungle, it has a natural mountain stream running through the party zone leading you to the stunningly decorated dancefloor. Be enchanted by a lush tropical flower garden enhanced with magical UV decorations, laser and organic light installations, water features and chillout zones.
BLACKMOON PARTY Located on a white sandy beach in Baan Tai, Blackmoon Party is a nice Trance/ Psy-Trance Event with a UV decorated venue.
SRAMANORA WATERFALL Beautiful outdoor location on a breath taking waterfall in the jungle of Baan Kai. A place for all party people that are into House, Techno, Techhouse & Electronic Dance-Music. A “Must See”!
Jungle Experience is famous for its amazing atmosphere in the morning when the sun rises over the mountain backdrop illuminating the natural beauty of the location. With dancers &, performance artists at every event, every party is different, you will never get a repeat experience! Highly recommended!
OTHER PARTIES Worth checking out is definitely the Pirates Bar in Sri Thanu (Upper West Coast) where the legendary “Moon Set”-Parties are being held. The venue is situated in a hidden “Pirate Bay” directly at the beach and the entrance is always free of charge! Also there are the Shiva Moon and the Baan Sabaii Parties in Baan Tai where all Psy-Trance lovers surely will have a great time! If you do prefer live Rock Music then The Jam in Hin Kong should satisfy your needs each saturday night!
HOW SPICY DO YOU LIKE IT? You can take charge of your own chilli and sour levels when you order the red curry chicken, the biggest selling dish at Elephant Restaurant & Lounge at Madue Whan elephant camp near Phaeng Waterfall. There are dozen different soups on the menu plus interesting dishes like massaman curry and fried chilli chicken wings. Open 7 days a week. 9am - 5 pm. Also there is a happy hour with special offers on cocktails and beers during lunchtime.
PHANGAN VISITOR INFORMATION & BOOKING CENTRE One-stop-shop of travel services covering Koh Phangan and neighboured islands. Hassle free reservation services for accommodation, tours & cruises, bus and rail travel. The Office is located directly between the two piers in Thongsala. Come to see us. We are here to help you!
THAI-VISA INFORMATION .................................................................................................. Rules are ever changing so always seek advice whether it is from an embassy, a travel agent or other backpackers. Entering Thailand: Upon entering Thailand you will receive a visa on arrival. If flying into an international airport a visa of 30 days will be granted and if crossing the border overland you will be granted a 15 days stay. It is possible to apply for a Tourist visa in advance in either your home country or a neighbor country. This visa allows the visitor to stay in the Kingdom for a period of 60 days (which can be extended for a further 30 days if necessary at an immigration office)
visa it is possible to extend your stay by 30 days for the same price. Malaysia border run from Thongsala will be completed in 1 day and you will be back in Koh Phangan by around 8.30 in the evening. The cost for a minibus to the Malaysian border is 1900 baht but you will need to pay for your boat tickets separately.
Overstaying your visa it will cost you 500 baht per day with a maximum fine of 20,000 baht and even prison terms!
Applying for a 60 day Tourist visa: A 60 days visa is an option for longer term stays (this can then be extended by 30 days if required). You will have to visit the Thai consulate in another country and fill out the necessary paperwork.
Visa Extensions: Koh Samui has the nearest immigration office. If you have a visa on arrival for either 30 days or 15 days then you can extend your exit date for a period of 7 days at a cost of 1,900 baht. If traveling on a 60 day Tourist
Penang in Malaysia is the most popular and quickest way to receive your 60 day Tourist visa. The trip usually only takes a couple of nights at the most and visa costs 140 RM which is equivalent of 1400 Thai Baht.
VISA TRIP & BORDER RUN BOOKING OFFICE Cheap, Comfortable & Safe VISIT US FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AT OUR OFFICE DIRECTLY AT THE PIER IN THONGSALA - WE CAN HELP YOU!
Songserm Pier
Raja Pier
Night Boat Pier
Lomprayah, Seatran Pier
Depart and return on the same day Every Mon-Wed-Fri and Sat Leave Koh Phangan 5:00 am get back 6.30 pm or 8.30 pm (with Raja Ferry) Just 20 mins need to complete border crossing
RUSSIAN INFORMATION .................................................................................................. ЗДРАВСТВУЙТЕ! PHANGAN NAVIGATOR ПРИВЕТСТВУЕТ ВАС НА РАЙСКОМ ОСТРОВЕ ПАНГАН! БЛИЖАЙШИЕ МЕСЯЦЫ ОБЕЩАЮТ БЫТЬ СОЛНЕЧНЫМИ И ОЧЕНЬ ЖАРКИМИ. ПО ЭТОМУ МЫ РЕКОМЕНДУЕМ ПУТЕШЕСТВУЯ ПО ОСТРОВУ ИМЕТЬ ПРИ СЕБЕ СОЛНЦЕЗАЩИТНЫЙ КРЕМ И ЛЕГКУЮ ОДЕЖДУ С ДЛИННЫМ РУКАВОМ. ПЕРВОЕ, С ЧЕМ ПРИХОДИТСЯ СТОЛКНУТЬСЯ ВНОВЬ ПРИБЫВШИМ НА ОСТРОВ - ЭТО АРЕНДА МОТОБАЙКОВ ИЛИ АВТОМОБИЛЕЙ. ПРИ ПОДПИСАНИИ ДОГОВОРА АРЕНДЫ ВНИМАТЕЛЬНО ПРОЧИТАЙТЕ ЕГО, ПРОВЕРЬТЕ ТРАНСПОРТНОЕ СРЕДСТВО НА НАЛИЧИЕ ПОВРЕЖДЕНИЙ И ЦАРАПИН, И ОТМЕТЬТЕ ИХ В БУМАГЕ, КОТОРУЮ ПОДПИСЫВАЕТЕ. НЕ ЗАБУДЬТЕ ВЗЯТЬ ШЛЕМ,ЗА ЕЗДУ БЕЗ НЕГО ПОЛИЦИЯ МОЖЕТ ВЗЫСКАТЬ ШТРАФ В РАЗМЕРЕ 200 БАТ. НЕ УПРАВЛЯЙТЕ МОТОБАЙКОМ ИЛИ АВТОМОБИЛЕМ В СОСТОЯНИИ АЛКОГОЛЬНОГО ОПЬЯНЕНИЯ, В ЭТОМ СЛУЧАЕ, ЛУЧШЕ ВОСПОЛЬЗУЙТЕСЬ УСЛУГАМИ ТАКСИ. ПРИ ВОЖДЕНИИ ПО ОСТРОВУ ПАНГАН, БУДЬТЕ ВНИМАТЕЛЬНЫ И ОСТОРОЖНЫ, ГОРНЫЕ ДОРОГИ С КРУТЫМИ ПОВОРОТАМИ, А ТАК ЖЕ ПЕСОК НА ДОРОГЕ ПРЕДСТАВЛЯЮТ ОПАСНОСТЬ. НА НАШЕМ ОСТРОВЕ КАЖДЫЙ НАЙДЕТ ДЛЯ СЕБЯ ЧТО-ТО СВОЕ, РОДНОЕ. ДЛЯ ЛЮБИТЕЛЕЙ МУЗЫКИ НА ПАНГАНЕ ПРОВОДЯТСЯ ВЕЧЕРИНКИ: FULLMOON, HALFMOON, BLACKMOON PARTY, А ТАКЖЕ МНОЖЕСТВО ДРУГИХ. ПАНГАН ПО НОЧАМ НЕ СПИТ И ТАНЦУЕТ КАЖДУЮ НОЧЬ НАПРОЛЕТ. ОБРАЩАЙТЕ ВНИМАНИЕ НА РЕКЛАМНЫЕ БУКЛЕТЫ. ЕСЛИ ВЫ ЛЮБИТЕЛЬ СПОКОЙНОГО ОТДЫХА, ВЫ МОЖЕТЕ УЕДИНИТСЯ В ТИШИНЕ И ГАРМОНИИ В ТАКИХ МЕСТАХ КАК: MAE HAAD,HAAD SALAD,BOTTLE BEACH. ТАК ЖЕ НА ОСТРОВЕ СУЩЕСТВУЕТ МНОЖЕСТВО РАЗВЛЕЧЕНИЙ И ЭКСКУРСИЙ НА ЛЮБОЙ ВКУС. ВЫ МОЖЕТЕ : ПРОКАТИТСЯ НА КАТЕРЕ ДО АРХИПЕЛАГА AN THONG, В КОТОРЫЙ ВХОДИТ 40 НЕБОЛЬШИХ ОСТРОВОВ, ПОСТРЕЛЯТЬ ИЗ ЛУКА В MADEU WHAN, ЗАНЯТЬСЯ ДАЙВИНГОМ СО ШКОЛОЙ SAIL ROCK DIVERS НА ПЛЯЖЕ CHALOKLUM, СНОРКЛИНГОМ НА ПЛЯЖАХ KOH MA, HAAD KHOM И HAAD SALAD, ПОКАТАТЬСЯ НА СЛОНАХ ПО ДЖУНГЛЯМ, ЗАНЯТЬСЯ ЙОГОЙ И МНОГИМ ДРУГИМ. НА ПАНГАНЕ ВЫ МОЖЕТЕ ПОПРОБОВАТЬ КУХНЮ РАЗНЫХ НАРОДОВ МИРА: ФРАНЦУЗСКУЮ, РУССКУЮ, ИТАЛЬЯНСУЮ, МЕКСИКАНСКУЮ, ИНДИЙСКУЮ, ЯПОНСКУЮ. НА ЦЕНТРАЛЬНОЙ УЛИЦЕ TONGSALA НАХОДИТСЯ ВЕЧЕРНИЙ РЫНОК, НА КОТОРОМ ВЫ МОЖЕТЕ ПОПРОБОВАТЬ БЛЮДА ТАЙСКОЙ КУХНИ,А ТАК ЖЕ ИЗУМИТЕЛЬНЫЕ ФРУКТОВЫЕ ШЕЙКИ. ТАК ЖЕ МЫ РЕКОМЕНДУЕМ ПОСЕТИТЬ РЕСТОРАН THE ELEPHANT AND LOUNGE В MADEU WHAN. ЭТО МЕСТО ПРИМЕЧАТЕЛЬНО ТЕМ, ЧТО ЗДЕСЬ МОЖНО НЕ ТОЛЬКО ВКУСНО ПОЕСТЬ, НО И ПРОГУЛЯТЬСЯ ПО КРАСИВОМУ ПАРКУ, ПОСТРЕЛЯТЬ ИЗ ЛУКА И ПРОКАТИТЬСЯ НА СЛОНАХ. ТАКЖЕ, ПОПРОБУЙТЕ ДОМАШНЕЕ МОРОЖЕНОЕ В PHANGAN HOMEMADE ICE CREAM. НА ПАНГАНЕ ЕСТЬ УЮТНЫЙ РУССКИЙ РЕСТОРАН "FRIENDS CAFE" В РАЙОНЕ БАН ТАЙ, ГДЕ ВАС НАКОРМЯТ ВКУСНЕЙШИМИ БЛЮДАМИ ПРИГОТОВЛЕННЫМИ ПО ДОМАШНЕМУ, ТАКЖЕ ЗДЕСЬ ВЫ МОЖЕТЕ ПОЛУЧИТЬ КОНСУЛЬТАЦИЮ ПО РАЗНЫМ ВОПРОСАМ. НА ПЛЯЖЕ CHALOKLUM РАСПОЛОЖЕН ДЖАЗОВЫЙ БАР "ЖАБА", ГДЕ ЗВУЧИТ ОТЛИЧНАЯ МУЗЫКА, ЕСТЬ РАЗЛИВНОЕ ПИВО, ПРЕКРАСНЫЙ ВИД НА МОРЕ, А ТАК ЖЕ СТОЛ ДЛЯ ЛЮБИТЕЛЕЙ ПИНГ-ПОНГА. ПОЖАЛУЙСТА, ОТНОСИТЕСЬ С УВАЖЕНИЕМ К МЕСТНОЙ КУЛЬТУРЕ И ОБЫЧАЯМ. БУДЬТЕ ДРУЖЕЛЮБНЫ С МЕСТНЫМИ ЖИТЕЛЯМИ, КОТОРЫЕ ОТВЕТЯТ ВАМ ТЕМ ЖЕ. А ЕСЛИ ВЫ ВЫУЧИТЕ НЕСКОЛЬКО ТАЙСКИХ СЛОВ ТО ВСЕГДА СМОЖЕТЕ РАССЧИТЫВАТЬ НА СКИДКУ НА МЕСТНЫХ РЫНКАХ И МАГАЗИНАХ. ТЕЛЕФОН ТУРИСТИЧЕСКОЙ ПОЛИЦИИ 1155 (АНГЛ.) ПОСОЛЬСТВО РОССИИ В БАНГКОКЕ (+66) 02 234-9824
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24:00 09:00
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Bangkok
SEATRAN DISCOVERY Samui
Phangan
Koh Tao
Koh Tao
Phangan
Samui
08:00 13:30
08:30 14:00
10:00 16:30
09:30 15:00
11:00 16:00
11:30 17:00
Suratthani
Phangan
Phangan
Suratthani
23:00
06:00
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Bangkok
Chumphon
Koh Tao
Phangan
Samui
Suratthani
18:00
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Phangan
Koh Tao
Chumphon
Hua Hin
Bangkok
12:30
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Bangkok
Suratthani
Samui
Phangan
Koh Tao
Chumphon
18:00
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Donsak
Suratthani
Suratthani
Donsak
Phangan
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07:30 09:30 13:30 15:30
09:00 11:00 15:00 17:00
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SONG SERM EXPRESS BOAT
RAJA FERRY
Remark : The departure / arrival times above may be subject to change, always check with travel agent
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ACCOMMODATION
CONTACT DIRECTORY Resort Name
Location
Telephone No.
Facilities
Price Range
Ananda Resort Asia Bungalows Asia Hotel
Ao Wok Tum Haad Salad Thongsala
081 397 6280 077 377 288 077 238 607
AC, F, HW, TV, SP AC, HW, TV F, TV
500 - 1,200 1,000 - 2,000 350 - 600
B52 Beach Resort Baan Bang Rak
Thongsala Ao Wok Tum Thongsala Haad Yao Ao Hin Kong Thong Nai Pan Haad Rin Ao Baan Tai
077 377 231 077 377 513
AC, HW, TV, SW AC,HW,TV,SW,SP
1,500- 3,700 2,000 - 6,000
Ao Nai Wok Ao Baan Khai Haad Rin
077 377 181 077 238 607 077 349 160 077 238 599 077 375 083 077 238 596 077 377 140 077 238 488 077 375 187
AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV AC, HW, T V AC, F, HW AC, F, HW AC, F, HW, TV AC, HW, TV AC, F, HW, TV
950 - 1,200 1,300 - 3,000 1,200 - 1,800 600 - 2,500 700 - 3,300 1,200 - 1,500 300 - 3,000 1,100 - 2,800 400 - 1,200
Baan Busaba Baan Haad Yao Villa’s Baan Hinkong Villa Baan Panburi Village Baan Talay Guesthouse Bantai Resort Beck’s Resort Beer Bungalows Black & White
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Blue Hill Resort Blue Lotus
Haad Rin Ao Baan Khai
077 375 557-9 077 238 489
AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW
1,600 - 3,700 400 - 800
Blue Marine Resort Blue Ocean Garden Bottle Beach I Resort
Haad Rin Nai Haad Chao Phao Bottle Beach
077 375 407 085 789 9818 077 445 151-2
AC, F, HW, TV AC, HW, TV, SP AC, F, HW, TV, SW
5000 - 1,200 1,000 - 2,800 250 - 2,500
Bottle Beach II
Bottle Beach
085 654 4770
F
250 - 800
Buakao Inn Bounty Resort Burithara Resort Candle Hut Resort Centara Pariya Resort Central Cottage Chaloklum Bay Resort
Thongsala Haad Dao Duek Chaloklum Thong Nai Pan Yai Haad Yuan Thong Nai Pan Yai Chaloklum
077 377 226 077 349 105 077 374 021 077 445 119 084 470 4251 077 445 128 077 374 147-8
AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW
450 - 850 550 - 2,200 1,600 - 3,000 1,200 - 4,500 5,400 - 9,700 500 - 3,500 1,800 - 4,500
Charm Beach Chills Resort
Ao Baan Tai Srithanu
077 377 165 089 875 2100
AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV
1,500 - 2,000 1,000 - 2,500
Chokana Resort Coco Garden Coco Hut Village
Ao Baan Tai Thongsala Haad Seekantang
077 238 085 077 377 721 077 375 368
AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, TV AC, HW, TV, SW, SP
400 - 2,500 450 - 1,200 2,200 - 12,000
Coconut Beach Resort Cookies Bungalows Cookies Salad Resort
Haad Khom Ao Nai Wok Haad Salad
077 374 298 077 377 499 077 349 125
F, TV AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW
200 - 800 350 - 1,400 1,200 - 3,800
Coral Bay Bungalows Coral Bungalows Dakanda Delight Resort Dew Shore Bungalows Dragon Hut
Haad Khom Haad Rin Thongsala Haad Rin Ao Baan Tai Haad Gruad
077 374 245 077 375 023 077 238 966 077 375 527-9 077 238 128
AC, F, HW AC, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV, SW
300 - 1,400 1,000 - 1,500 1,500 - 5,000 1,200 - 3,500 1,300 - 4,000
077 349 138
AC, F, HW, TV, SW
400 - 2,000
Dream Hill Resort Dreamland Resort Drop In Club Resort Fanta Fantasea Resort
Haad Yao Thong Nai Pan Yai Haad Rin Chaloklum Chaloklum
089 473 1691 077 238 539 077 375 444-5 077 374 132 089 443 0785
AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, F AC, F, HW, TV
500 - 2,200 400 - 4,000 1,700 - 5,800 200 - 500 600 - 3,000
AC - air condition F - fan HW - hot water
TV - television SW - swimming pool SP -spa &massage
Resort Name
Location
Telephone No.
Facilities
Price Range
Fairyland Club Resort Family House First Villa
Haad Rin Haad Rin Ao Baan Tai
077 375 076 077 375 173 077 377 225
AC, HW, TV, SP AC, HW, TV AC, HW, TV, SW, SP
3,600 - 8,500 500 - 1,200 1,200 - 4,000
Garden Lodge Golden Hill Resort Grand Sea Resort Green Papaya Resort
Ao Baan Tai Ao Wok Tum Ao Nai Wok Haad Salad
077 377 446 077 238 608-9 077 377 776-7 077 374 230
AC, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, HW, TV, SW
1,200 - 5,500 800 - 1,800 1,000 - 15,000 3,200 - 15,500
Green Peace Bungalows Haad Gruad Resort Haad Khom Resort
Ao Baan Khai Haad Gruad Haad Khom
077 238 436 077 349 242 077 374 246
AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, HW, SW, SP F
350 - 1,400 300 - 2,500 300 - 600
Haad Khuad Resort Haadlad Prestige
Bottle Beach Haad Salad
077 445 153-4 077 349 285/305
AC, F, HW, TV AC, HW, TV, SW, SP
200 - 2,600 2,500 - 8,800
Haad Rin Seaview
Haad Rin
077 375 425
AC, F, HW
600 - 1,000
Haad Salad Villa Haad Son Resort Haad Tian Beach Resort
Haad Salad Haad Son Haad Tian (w)
081 894 1758 077 349 103-4 077 349 009
AC, F, HW, TV AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV, SW
400 - 1,600 1,500 - 7,000 400 - 3,800
Haad Yao Bay View Resort Haad Yao Bungalows Haad Yao Over Bay Resort Haad Yao Resort
Haad Yao Haad Yao Haad Yao Haad Yao
077 349 141/193-4 077 349 000-1 077 349 163 077 349 145/152
AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV
1,000 - 5,500 600 - 1,500 600 - 2,200 1,200 - 3,000
Haad Yao See Through Haad Yao Villa Hansa Resort Harmony Beach Havana Resort
Haad Yao Haad Yao Ao Baan Tai Ao Baan Khai Thong Nai Pan Yai
077 349 315 077 349 317-8 077 377 494 086 885 4646 077 445 162
AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW AC, HW, TV, SW
1,700 - 2,500 600 - 4,000 1,600 - 3,700 600 - 1,700 2,100 - 5,300
High Life Bungalows Hillside Resort Hin Kong Resort Holiday Beach Resort
Haad Yao Haad Rin Ao Hin Kong Ao Baan Tai
077 349 114 077 375 102 077 445 119 077 238 555
AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, HW, TV, SW
1,000 - 3,000 800 - 2,000 450 - 1,900 530 - 2,190
Hua Laem Resort Hut Sun Bungalows
Haad Rin Ao Chao Phao
077 375 222 077 349 097
F AC, F, HW, TV
550 - 900 500 - 2,100
Ibiza Bungalows Island View Cabana Jamica Inn J.B. Hut Bungalows
Haad Yao Haad Mae Haad Ao Baan Khai Haad Yao
077 349 121 077 374 172 077 238 483 077 349 154
AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, HW AC, F, HW AC, F, HW
300 - 1,500 300 - 1,500 800 - 2,200 400 - 1,000
JJ Rersort JS Hut Joon Bungalow Leela Beach
Ao Hin Kong Haad Than Sadet Ao Nai Wok Haad Seekantang
081 958 8614 077 445 054 087 881 0988 077 375 094
AC, HW F AC, F AC, F, HW
1,200 350 - 600 250 - 800 300 - 1,500
Lee Garden Resort
Ao Baan Tai
077 238 150
F
350 - 500
Lighthouse Bungalows Lipstick Cabana Long Bay Resort Longtail Beach Resort Loy Fa Natural Resort
Haad Seekantang Ao Hin Kong Haad Yao Thong Nai Pan Yai Srithanu
077 375 075 077 349 252 077 349 057-9 077 445 018 077 377 319
F F AC, HW, TV, SW F, HW AC, HW, TV, SW
250 - 1,200 250 - 500 1,200 - 4,700 350 - 790 1,600 - 6,000
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CONTACT DIRECTORY
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Resort Name
Location
Telephone No.
Facilities
Price Range
Lucky Resort Mac’s Bay Resort Mae Haad Bay Resort Mae Haad Cove Mae Haad View Mai Pen Rai Bungalows Malibu Beach Bungalows Mandalai Boutique Resort
Haad Gruad Ao Baan Khai Haad Mea Haad Haad Mea Haad Haad Mea Haad Haad Than Sadet Chaloklum Chaloklum
077 349 007 077 238 443 077 374 172 077 374 254 077 374 122 077 445 090 077 374 057 077 374 316-9
Milky Bay Resort Moon Beach Bungalows Morning Star Resort
Ao Baan Tai Srithanu Ao Baan Khai
077 238 566 077 349 026-7 077 377 757
AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV AC, F F F F AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW
500 - 2,000 600 - 1,100 400 - 1,000 400 250 450 - 950 800 - 4,000 2,500 - 6,000 2,300 - 13,000
AC, F AC, HW, TV, SW
600 - 1,100 1,600 - 5,000
My Way Bungalow Natural Home Resort Neptune’s Villa
Haad Salad Haad Rin Haad Rin
077 349 267 089 474 1687 077 375 251
AC, F, HW AC, F AC, HW, TV, SW
400 - 1,000 600 - 1,000 1,600 - 4,500
Nice Beach
Thong Nai Pan Yai
077 238 547
AC, F, HW, TV
500 - 3,500
Niramon Sunview Resort Oasis Bungalows Ocean View Resort OK Bungalows
Haad Chao Phao Haad Rin Haad Khom Ao Wok Tum
077 349 098 077 375 503 077 377 231 077 377 141
AC, F, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW F, HW AC, F, HW
400 - 3,500 600 - 1,200 450 - 1,300 400 - 1,000 1,800 - 6,000
Palita Lodge
Haad Rin
077 375 170-2
AC, HW, TV, SW
Panviman Resort Paradise Bungalows
Thong Nai Pan Noi Haad Rin
077 445 101-9 077 375 244
AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, F, HW, TV
3,000 - 12,000 600 - 1,800
Pen’s Bungalow Phangan Bayshore Phangan Beach Resort
Thong Nai Pan Yai Haad Rin Ao Baan Tai
077 445 093 077 375 224-7 077 238 809-10
AC, F, HW, TV AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV
300 - 1,500 1,300 - 3,000 850 - 2,200
Phangan Buri Resort Phangan Bungalow Phangan Cabana Phangan Centerpoint
Haad Rin Ao Nai Wok Haad Chao Phao Thongsala
077 375 481/489 077 377 197 077 349 184 077 377 232
AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, F AC, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV
3,500 - 5,500 300 - 1,000 500 - 3,000 700 - 1,600
Phangan Chai Hotel
Thongsala
077 377 068-9
AC, HW, TV, SW
1,100
Phangan Cottages Phangan Cozy Bungalow Phangan Great Bay
Ao Baan Tai Thongsala Ao Baan Tai
077 238 761 081 535 5361 077 238 659
AC, F, HW, TV AC, F AC, HW, TV, SW
500 - 5,000 550 - 1,100 1,200 - 6,000
Phangan Orchid Phangan Paragon Phangan Rainbow
Ao Baan Khai Haad Chao Phao Ao Baan Khai
077 238 819 084 728 6064 077 238 236
AC, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, F, HW
1,500 - 4,000 2,500 - 13,000 200 - 1,600
Phangan Utopia
Chaloklum
077 374 093-5
AC, HW, TV, SW
1,200 - 4,500
Phangan Villa Phrueksa Beach Resort
Thongsala Thongsala
077 377 083 077 238 959
F, HW AC, F, HW, TV, SW
200 - 600 600 - 1,500
Pingjun Resort
Thong Nai Pan Yai
077 445 062
F
300 - 400
Plaa’s Than Sadet Power Beach Resort
Haad Than Sadet Baan Tai
077 445 191-3 077 238 937
F, HW AC, F, HW, TV, SW
400 - 600 1,400 - 4,000
Rasananda Anantara Rin Beach Resort Rose Villa
Thong Nai Pan Noi Haad Rin Chaloklum
077 239 555 077 375 112- 3 077 374 013
AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV
22,000 - 50,000 1,200 - 7,500 600 - 1,200
AC - air condition F - fan HW - hot water
TV - television SW - swimming pool SP -spa &massage
Resort Name
Location
Telephone No.
Facilities
Price Range
Royal Orchid Resort Rung Arun Resort Sabaii Bay Resort
Haad Mae Haad Ao Baan Tai Ao Baan Tai
077 374 207 077 238 624 077 377 166
AC, F, HW, TV AC, HW, TV, SW AC, F, HW, TV
300 - 1,500 1,500 - 2,500 480 - 3,000
Sabai Beach Resort Salad Beach Resort
Ao Nai Wok Haad Salad
077 238 895 077 349 149
AC, HW, TV AC, HW, TV, SW
1,200 - 2,500 1,900 - 5,000
Salad Buri Resort & Spa Salad Hut Sandee Bungalows Sandy Bay Bungalows
Haad Salad Haad Salad Thong Nai Pan Noi Haad Yao
077 349 146-8 077 349 246 077 445 089 077 349 119
AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, HW, TV, SW F, HW AC, F, HW, TV, SW
3,000 - 18,000 1,200 - 5,000 400 - 700 500 - 6,000
Santhiya Resort & Spa
Thong Nai Pan Noi
077 238 333
AC, HW, TV, SW, SP
12,000 - 50,000
Sarikantang Seaboard Bungalows
Haad Seekantang Haad Yao
077 375 055-7 077 349 157-8
AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, F, HW, TV
1,500 - 5,000 350 - 3,000
Seaflower Bungalows Sea Garden Resort
Haad Chao Phao Haad Rin
077 349 090 077 375 283-4
AC, HW, TV AC, F, HW, TV
1,500 - 2,800 800 - 1,800
Sea Breeze Resort Sea Rock Resort Sea Scene Sea View Haadrin Resort Seethanu Bungalows Serenity Residence Shiralea Backpacker Resort
Haad Rin Ao Nai Wok Ao Nai Wok Haad Rin Haad Chao Phao Haad Yao Haad Yao
077 375 362 077 238 803 077 377 516 077 375 160 077 349 112 085 790 0398 080 719 9256
AC, HW, TV, SW F AC, F, HW AC, F, HW AC, F, HW, TV F, HW, TV F, HW, SW
2,500 - 10,000 400 - 600 500 - 1,500 800 - 1,800 350 - 2,500 800 - 1,800 800 - 1,200 500 - 1,000
Silver Beach Bungalows
Haad Yao
077 349 171
AC, F, HW, TV
Silver Cliff
Haad Than Sadet
077 445 087
F
300 - 650
SK Home Smile Bungalows Smile Beach Resort
Haad Rin Bottle Beach Haad Salad
077 375 375 081 956 3133 086 100 0656
F F AC, F, HW
350 - 700 350 - 500 350 - 3,500
Star Hut Starlight Resort Stone Hill Resort Suksabai Guest House Sunrise Resort Sunset Cove
Thong Nai Pan Noi Thong Nai Pan Yai Ao Nai Wok Thongsala Haad Rin Haad Chao Phao
077 445 085 081 737 1464 077 238 447 077 377 353 077 375 145 077 349 211-2
AC, F, HW AC, F, HW, SW AC, F, HW AC, F, HW, TV AC, HW, TV, SW AC, HW, TV, SW
650 - 1,500 700 - 2,000 800 - 2,800 300 - 800 2,000 - 8,000 1,200 - 3,000
Sunset Hill Resort & Spa Sun Beach
Haad Chao Phao Haad Rin
089 973 3205 077 375 192
AC, HW, TV, SW, SP AC, F, HW
2,500 - 5,000 350 - 1,000
Sun Cliff
Haad Rin
077 375 134
AC, F, HW, TV, SW
300 - 1,200
Tantawan Thansadet Seaview Tharathip Resort The Beach Club
Haad Yao Haad Than Sadet Ao Wok Tum Baan Tai
077 349 108 080 696 5304 077 377 861-2 077 238 777
F, HW, TV F AC, HW ,TV, SW AC, F, HW
400 - 1,800 300 - 500 1,400 - 6,500 500-1,200
The Sanctuary
Haad Thian (east)
081 271 3614
AC, HW ,TV, SW, SP
1,500 - 5,400
Thong Ta Pan Thong Yang Bungalow Tiu Resort
Thong Nai Pan Noi Ao Baan Khai Ao Baan Tai
077 238 538 077 238 192 077 238 319
AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, HW F
500 - 4,000 400 - 1,200 350
Tommy Resort
Haad Rin
077 375 215-6
AC, HW, TV, SW
2,000 - 8,000
Top Hill Resort Tree House Lodge
Haad Rin Haad Thong Reng
077 375 327 084 850 9788
F F
500 250 - 600
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Resort Name
Location
Telephone No.
Facilities
Price Range
Triangle Lodge Venus Resort Vimarn Samut Wangsai Resort Wattana Resort Weangthai Hotel & Resort White Sand Resort Yoga Retreat Yogurt Home
Ao Baan Khai Haad Rin Haad Rin Haad Mae Haad Chaloklum Ao Baan Tai Thong Nai Pan Yai Haad Salad Haad Rin
077 377 432 077 375 011 077 375 027 077 374 238 077 374 022 077 377 247 077 445 123 077 374 310 077 375 332
AC, F, HW AC, F, HW, TV AC, HW, TV AC, F, HW ,TV AC, F, HW, TV AC, F, HW, TV, SW F F, SP AC, F, HW
400 - 1,600 300 -1,500 1,200 - 6,000 400 - 1,200 350 - 2,500 350 - 4,550 500 - 700
Restaurant Name
Location
Telephone No.
Food
Amstardam Bar
Thongsala
077 238 447
Sunset View over Angthong Marine Park
Planet Hollyfood Crave
Haad Rin Haad Yao
087 010 7692 089 211 6923
Thai Food & International Food Homemade Salads & Best Burgers
Lake Hut Longshot Bar Luna Lounge
Srithanu Thongsala Thong Nai Pan Noi
089 730 0081 084 061 3394 083 136 8130
Thai & International Cusine Football Fever, Bar Asian Fusion, Sofas
Phangan Homemade
Thongsala
500 350 - 900
077 238 681
Ice Cream, Thai Food
U Sveika Czech Restaurant Thongsala The Castle Ao Baan Tai The Elephant Baan Nai Suan
082 270 9522 085 692 9805 083 138 7074
Czech & European Restaurant Steak House Bar & Restaurant, Thai Food
The Sweet Cafe´
Thongsala
077 239 597
Bakery, Coffee, Thai & European Food
Name
Location
Telephone No.
Description
Arts Work-Shop
Thong Nai Pan Yai
087 266 3121
Jewellery, Gifts, Art
Méli Mélo Scuba
Ao Baan Tai Thongsala
077 377 145 084 443 0506
Thai Art, Gifts Wear, Accessory, Yoga Items
View Art House Gallery
Ao Baan Khai
085 902 9870
Gallery, Painting
Name
Location
Telephone No.
Description
Agama Yoga Ayurvana (Santhiya)
Ao Hin Kong Thong Nai Pan Noi
089 233 0217 077 238 333
Yoga, Sauna, Massage Spa & Massage
Cocohut Spa Intirarat Spa & Massage
Haad Seekantang Thongsala
077 375 554 081 089 2683
Spa Packages Spa & Massage
Mandala Spa Mandalai Spa Monte Vista Retreat Center Nagamasa Orion Healing Center Sanctuary Sarai Spa (Sarikantang)
Srithanu Chaloklum Thongsala Haad Than Sadet Srithanu Haad Thian (east) Haad Seekantang
087 621 5482 077 374 316-9 077 238 951 081 996 1930 089 048 0020 081 271 3614 077 375 005-6
Massage, Treatment & Training Spa & Massage Retreat Center, Yoga, Meditations Alchemy Course, Fire Meditation Healing, Massage Retreat Center, Detox, Massage Spa & Massage
Sunset Hill Healing Center The Body
Haad Chao Phao Thongsala
085 692 5251 080 696 6797
Fasting, Detox, Daily Yoga Fitness, Aerobics, Dance Class
The Spa (Rasananda)
Thong Nai Pan Noi
077 239 559
Luxury Spa
Yoga Retreat
Haad Salad
077 374 310
Yoga Retreat, Detox
Location
Telephone No.
Asia Divers
Haad Rin
089 645 6725
Website www.asia-divers.com
Chaloklum Diving Dreamland Divers
Chaloklum Thong Nai Pan Yai
077 374 025 077 238 735
www.chaloklum-diving.com www.dreamlandresort.net
Fun Factory H2O Scuba Haad Yao Divers Lotus Diving Okay Divers
Thongsala Thong Nai Pan Noi Haad Yao Chaloklum Thongsala
077 238 745 077 445 113 086 279 3085 077 374 142/097 077 239 629
www.phanganfunfactory.com www.h2o-scuba.com www.haadyaodivers.com www.lotusdiveresort.com www.okaydivers.co.uk
Reefer Dive Resort Sail Rock Divers
Haad Yao Chaloklum
086 471 4045 086 470 9325
www.reeferdiving.com www.sailrockdiversresort.com
The Dive Inn Tropical Dive Club
Chaloklum Thong Nai Pan Noi
077 374 262 077 445 081
www.the-diveinn.com www.tropicaldiverclub.com
Name
Location
Description
Angthong Marine Park
Thongsala
077 238 232
Escape To Paradise by Speedboat
Baan Tai Elephant Trekking
Baan Tai - Thong Nai Pan
085 047 5008
Elephant Trekking
Diamond Muay Thai Cookie Sailing
Thongsala Ao Nai Wok
089 972 0748 083 181 7125
Technical Muay Thai Training Sailing & Windsurfing
Phangan Archery Club Jungle Gym
Baan Nai Suan Haad Rin
083 138 7074 077 375 115
Archery Range Yoga, Fitness & Thai Boxing
Kiteboarding Asia Muay Thai Chinnarach Phangan Golf Range Rainforest Adventure
Ao Baan Tai Thongsala Ao Wok Tum Thongsala
080 600 0573 086 953 8253 085 472 7580 077 238 232
Kiteboarding School, Equipment Thai Boxing Trainning Golf Range Jungle fun adventure
Thongsala
077 238 232
Around the Island Safari Boat Trip
Ao Baan Tai
080 600 0573
Wakeboarding
Name
Location
Telephone No.
Services
999 Goverment Bus Bangkok Airways
Ao Baan Tai Koh Samui
077 238 507/762 077 422 512-9
Bus Service to/from Bangkok Flights to/from Koh Samui/BKK/Pattaya
Haad Rin Queen KS Visa Run Lomprayah Catamaran
Haad Rin Thongsala Thongsala
089 730 6817 077 377 274 077 238 412
Ferry to/from Big Buddha (Samui) Visa Run Service Ferry to/from Samui/Koh Tao
Raja Ferry Seatran Discovery Songserm Express Boat
Thongsala Thongsala Thongsala
077 377 452-3 077 238 679 077 377 704
Chumphon/BKK Ferry to/From Donsa /Suratthani Ferry to/From Koh Tao/Samui Ferry to/From Surat/Samui /Koh Tao
State Railway Thailand Lawana Travel
Bangkok Thongsala
02 220 4444 077 238 232
TRAVEL SERVICES
Safari Boat Wakeboarding Asia
ADVENTURE & ACTIVITIES
Telephone No.
SCUBA DIVING
Dive Shop Name
Chumphon/BKK Train to/from Bangkok/Suratthani Tickets, Internet, Tours, Diving, Fishing
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