Phanganused to be a backpackers destination, but since quite a time a much more mixed range of tourists visits the island. A thing many of them have in common, tourists want to look out for a relaxed and interesting place. One exemption might be the Fullmoon party when Had RinNok transforms to a dancefloor.
On Koh Phangan tourists can see typical picture-postcard views of shady palms , bright blue water and beautiful sunsets.
Situated only 12 miles north of Koh Samui in the Gulf of Siam is the island of Koh Phangan. Being generally much more quieter and relaxed than Koh Samui, just with the exception of the FullMoon beachparty where between 5 - 10,000 visitors come on the island for the infamous full moon on the east side beachof HaadRin.
Specially for Koh Phangan is something that suits most people. Ko Pha Ngan has now more than 250 resorts to choose from, with a broad range of 120 THB a day island next to famous Samui.
Koh Phangan is about two and half hours from Surat Thani Province and approximately forty five min. from Samuiby boat.
Like Koh Tao, Phanganhas experienced enormous growth in visitor numbers and the island is known for its every month held amazing Full Moon Parties on Haad Rin beach. Because of its vibrant partyscene some people have named Koh Phangan the Ibiza of Asia.
Booking a bungalow before your arrive for events suchlike December 24 to 25 and fullmoon partyweek can be recommended. Places like Milky Bay or Sarikantang have websites together with advance booking for resorts.
PhanganIsland.com offers longterm vaccation houses on the island, with more than 125 vaccation houses, their website is offering the widest selection of properties to choose from you can find on the market.
