Koh Nang Yuan

Hike To The Viewpoint

Snorkeling & Diving

Ziplining

Relax On The Beaches

Koh Nang Yuan

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7 Days / 6 Nights

Romantic Monsoon Getaway in the Gulf of Thailand

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Romantic Monsoon Getaway in the Gulf of Thailand

Koh Samui(2N) → Koh Phangan(2N) → Koh Tao(2N)

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Entry Fee : The island has an entry fee of 100 Bahts

Timings : For Day Visits - 9 AM to 5 PM
Tourists are not allowed on the island after 5 pm except for the people staying in the resort.
Visitors staying on the island can enter and exit at any time.

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Koh Nang Yuan, Koh Tao Overview

The picturesque island of Koh Nang Yuan is a group of three tiny landforms connected by strips of white sand. It is located in the Gulf of Thailand, Northwest of Koh Tao, just 15 minutes away. The island is lush with vegetation and is surrounded by turquoise-blue waters. The coral blue waters teeming with marine life make the island an excellent diving and snorkeling destination.

The island poses as a perfect destination for a day trip, but if you are looking to have a more relaxing experience amidst all the serenity, it is recommended you stay overnight. The beaches are the centre of attraction on the island. The water is extremely clear and looks blue due to corals' deposition. It is common to hike up to the viewpoint and get a bird's eye view of the surrounding beaches. Snorkeling is the most popular activity on the island. There are five major snorkeling spots on the island. It is usually featured in the itineraries of snorkeling trips taken from other islands like Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, and Koh Samui. Besides diving and snorkeling, other experiences to indulge in include hiking, sunbathing, and zip lining, among others.

1. Hike To The Viewpoint

The hike starts at the point where the longtail boat from Koh Tao drops the tourists. From here, you need to follow the boardwalk and continue to your left. At this point, you will find yourself at th (Read More)e foot of the steps. From here, It takes about 15 to 20 minutes to go to the viewpoint. Climbing the way up through the boulders may require you to squeeze yourself to ease your way to the top. You might also find it a little cloudy after reaching the top, but it will be worth a climb and a picture.

2. Snorkeling & Diving

The island of Koh Nang Yuan is a popular snorkeling spot. It is usually included in snorkeling trips. There are many snorkeling spots here suitable for everyone, from beginners to experts. Snorkeling (Read More)coaching is also given here. Some major snorkeling spots are Japanese Garden, Green Rock, White Rock, and Twin Peak. If you don’t have snorkeling gear, then you can buy or rent from dive shops or the resort will help you out. These dive shops include ‘Easy Divers’. You will find soft and hard corals just a few meters away from the beach.

3. Ziplining

The beaches are usually not packed compared to other destinations; hence, you will not have to wait for ziplining activity. It consists of two lines going through both islands and is an extremely adve (Read More)nturous activity for adventure enthusiasts. Hence, make sure not to miss it.

4. Relax On The Beaches

The beaches are the primary attractions on the island. The sandbars connecting the three landforms of the island create a picturesque view. The tourists are not allowed to lay down their towels, meani (Read More)ng you will have to rent out the beach bed with an umbrella provided by the resort. This is a good option as the heat from the sun can be quite harsh. Sometimes the beach can get too touristy and crowded. If you are looking for a more private experience on the beach, then it is recommended you stay overnight.