"Undisturbed Thai island between Phuket and Krabi"
Koh Yao Noi Tourism
The tranquil island of Koh Yao Noi is the sister island of Koh Yao Yai located in the middle of Phang Nga Bay, west of Phuket. It is an ideal getaway for the traveller who seeks solitude under sun and sand. Far from maddening crowds, Koh Yao Noi is your place to relax and rejuvenate without any fuss or frills. It is a destination mostly popular among the locals and can be called Thailand’s best kept secret. It can be reached from Phuket by a small boat ride of 30 minutes.
Koh Yao Noi in the language stands for ‘The Small Long Island’ and it stays true to its promise. The island’s beaches offer gorgeous views of Phang Nga Bay while its interiors stay lush, peaceful, and pristine. However, the waters of the sea are not quite safe to swim in owing to the rocky and jagged ocean floor. Due to its remoteness, the facilities on the island are quite limited and ATMs or banking services are conspicuously absent so make sure you are adequately prepared.
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Things to do in Koh Yao Noi
1. Boating & Kayaking
Boating and Kayaking are a must to do on the cool, clear waters of Koh Yao Noi Island. The Koh Yao Noi Resort provides free Kayaking services which you can enjoy. Boating and Kayaking provides a wonde (Read More)rful way to enjoy the beauty of nature.
2. Snorkeling & Diving
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling will provide you with a view of the rich marine life in the waters of Koh Yao Island. The cool clear and deep waters of the island are a must explore ones. Many diving serv (Read More)ices offer half-day as well as full-day tours. You can also enquire at your resort for the same.
3. Koh Yao Noi Village
Koh Yao Noi Village is a wonderful place where you can get daily supplies, an ATM Machine, guest rooms and cafes and restaurants where you can relax and eat.
4. James Bond Island Boat Trip
James Bond Island or locally known as Khao Phing Kan is a pair of islands situated on the West Coast of Thailand. Located in the Phang Nga Bay of Andaman Sea, the massive nail-like rock structure risi (Read More)ng from between the water is a limestone cliff. It is a famous getaway from Phuket and is most popular for the 1974 James Bond movie, ‘Tha Man with the Golden Gun' which was shot here.
5. Koh Yao Yai
Koh Yao Yai is an island located not much far to Koh Yao Noi. It is the least developed amongst the two and is somewhat bigger than Koh Yao Noi. If you take a trip to Koh yao Noi then you should certa (Read More)inly take a trip to Koh Yao Yai too. It gives a glimpse of local culture and tradition and lets you experience nature like nowhere else - through its scenic landscapes of quiet beaches, rubber plantations and rice fields.
6. Boat Trip To Koh Poda
Koh Poda is a stunning island located in the Krabi province, on the west coast of Thailand. It is close to Ao Nang, Railay Beach, and Klong Muang, making it a popular day trip destination. Ko Pod (Read More)a is mostly famous for patches of greenery along with white sand beaches and pristine azure waters.
7. Rock Climbing
Koh Yao Noi is one of the best places for enjoying the tough challenges of Rock Climbing. Climbing the island cliffs will certainly be an unforgettable experience and also really hard due to the altit (Read More)ude of the cliffs. It provides a good opportunity for advanced rock climbers to hone their skills.
8. Muay Thai Training
Thai Boxing is one of the main sports on the island. Classes for the same are offered to all at the KYN Muay Thai Gym. The gym is owned and run by Thai champion Hlukhin. It can certainly be a good exp (Read More)erience getting training of boxing from a competing champion.
9. The Big Tree
The Big Tree is the name given to a tree people believe contain the spirit of a beautiful lady named Nang Da Kian. The story of the big tree is that if anyone tries to cut it would put him/herself in (Read More)danger. Thus, the tree has grown to over 100m tall and is an excellent spot for photography.
Must Know Before You Travel to Koh Yao Noi
Ferry to Koh Yao Noi
- It is possible to reach Koh Yao Noi from the pier of Bang Rong, which is located on the eastern side of Phuket. Route no 4027 easts must be taken which starts from the Monument of Heroines and then you must take a right turn when you see Bang Rong. Then continue going along the same path for some time.
- The ticket price for travelling in the ferry for one hour is THB 50 and it travels to Yao Noi only thrice a day. You have the option of departing either at 9:30 AM, at noon or in the evening at 5:00 PM.
- Public speedboat ferries and longtail boats are also available from Nopparat Thara Ferry Pier or the Ta Len Pier in Krabi
- You can reach the island of Koh Yao Yai by boat and it takes another 8 minutes of journey to reach Koh Yao Noi. You also have the option to reserve a private boat from Ao Po to reach the island of Koh Yao Noi.
Getting Around:
- Koh Yao Noi is a small island stretching up to just 50 km and comprises of most dirt roads. There are no public transport options available. If you want a ride, you can get the low-cost Tuk Tuk. However, the best way to travel is by hiring a scooter. You can generally get a scooter in the hotel you are staying at. There is no need for a license.
- Bicycles are another excellent means of transport to cover the uneven, dirt-ridden roads of Koh Yao Noi.
- Do not leave your passport with the rental companies. You can photocopy your passport instead.
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FAQs on Koh Yao Noi
What is the best time to visit Koh yao noi?
The best time to visit Koh Yao Noi is during January-April which is its dry season which is considered as the best time to enjoy the tropical beaches and other activities like snorkelling, swimming and much more. Koh Yao Noi has its monsoon season from June-November in which it gets rainfall every day ranging from small showers to large downpours. The monsoon comprises as the offseason and not many people visit the place during this time.
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What is the local food in Koh yao noi?
Koh Yao Noi provides you with a lot of choices in terms of food. The Good View Restaurant famous for its seafood, the Je T’aime restaurant famous for its French and Danish dishes and also provides free wifi service. If you want to enjoy Italian food you can go to La Luna which has Pizza and fine wine as its speciality. Pyramid Bar & restaurant serves different categories starting from western foods to Thai food to beer, cocktails and much more. While in Koh Yao Noi don't forget to try the 'Massaman Curry'
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What is the best way to reach Koh yao noi?
- It is possible to reach Koh Yao Noi from the pier of Bang Rong which is located on the eastern side of Phuket. Route no 4027 easts must be taken which starts from the Monument of Heroines and then you must take a right turn when you see Bang Rong. Then continue going along the same path for some time.
- The ticket price for travelling in the ferry for one hour is THB 50 and it travels to Yao Noi only thrice a day. You have the option of departing either at 9:30 AM, at noon or in the evening at 5:00 PM.
- You can reach the island of Koh Yao Yai by boat and it takes another 8 minutes of journey to reach Koh Yao Noi. You also have the option to reserve a private boat from Ao Po to reach the island of Koh Yao Noi.
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What are the places near Koh yao noi?
The top places near to Koh yao noi are Phuket which is 33 km from Koh yao noi, Krabi which is located 34 km from Koh yao noi, Phi phi islands which is located 44 km from Koh yao noi, Khao lak which is located 74 km from Koh yao noi, Surat thani which is located 138 km from Koh yao noi