2025 Koh Phangan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in February)

Hotel: Vannee Golden Sands Beachfront Resort Location: 120/1 Moo 6, Tambon Baan Tai, Amphur Koh Phangan, Suratthani,, Koh Phangan, Thailand We got to Koh Phangan (Haad Rin Pier) from Koh Samui (Big Buddha Pier) by ferry and it took us around 50 min. I did spend a lot of time to choose this hotel and I was not disappointed. During full moon this place can be crowded, but we arrived a few days after, so the place was super calm and chill. Great choice for breakfast, very attentive service, poolside looking room. Everything was great (especially swimming pools with sea water!). The hotel has the laundry service with reasonable prices. Vannee Golden Sands is located a bit further from the noisy streets of Phangan, but still very close (10 min walking). Highly recommend! #100waysoftravel #coupletravel #staycation #hotelstay #besthotels #familytrip

If you want to catch one of the most beautiful sunsets ever, don't miss this destination - Thailand, Koh Phangan! All these pics were taken in Koh Phangan, the hotel is Vannee Golden Sands resort. There are many beaches in Koh Phangan, to visit all of them you definitely need to rent a bike (but be careful,the roads can be tricky). Vannee Golden Sands Resort is super crowded during full moon festival, but if you go there before or right after full moon festival,you can enjoy it to the best! #bestsunset #thailand #kohphangan #sunset #travelinspiration

Following the royal footsteps of Koh Phangan The special highlight of the heavenly island of the moon is following the royal footsteps of King Chulalongkorn, Rama V. Here, there are places that can be clearly confirmed that he visited Koh Phangan, including Hat Thar Sadet and Thar Sadet Waterfall. According to records, His Majesty visited Koh Phangan 14 times and at 14 locations. If that is really the case, we will have to find the answer to why His Majesty is so fond of this place. #IslandTravel #100WaysToTravel #HatTharSadet #SouthernSea

Rainy season on Koh Phangan 🏝️🌧️🐟 In August, Surat Thani We traveled by taking a sleeper boat from the pier in Surat Thani city to the island at 23.00, arriving at Koh Phangan at 05.30 ⛴️ Then we slept at a hostel 🏨 Price 250 baht / night Rented a motorbike at a shop near the pier Price 300 baht / day 24 hours 🛵 Driving around the island It was a trip without any plans Because it was the first time visiting this island by myself Very impressed On the way back, we took a ferry back to Surat Thani 🚢 of the Seatran Ferry company, price 500 baht This price includes a shuttle to and from Surat Thani train station. #Island travel #100 ways to travel #Koh Phangan #Surat Thani

#temples #100waysoftravel Wat Pho, with its captivating Temple of the Reclining Buddha, is a highlight of Bangkok’s cultural scene. The golden Buddha, stretching an impressive 46 meters, radiates a serene aura, inviting visitors to pause and admire its grandeur. The temple complex is a feast for the eyes, with ornate chedis, intricate murals, and lush courtyards. It's a perfect spot to soak in the peaceful ambiance while exploring the rich history and stunning architecture of this iconic site. 📍Address: 2 Sanam Chai Rd, Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 🕰️Business Hours: 08:00 - 19:30

🏖 Today, we're taking you to a seaside resort with a private beach. This place is called 'Koh Ma Beach Resort, Koh Phangan.' It's a serene and quiet accommodation, perfect for relaxation. 🏖 Koh Ma Beach Resort is located at Mae Haad Beach, adjacent to Koh Ma. It's the closest resort to Koh Ma, and the highlight of Koh Ma is the sandbar. 🏖 From the resort, you can walk across the sandbar to Koh Ma, depending on the sea level. In the morning, the water level is high, making it impossible to walk across. However, by late morning or afternoon, the water level drops, allowing you to walk across. 🏖 The resort offers a tranquil atmosphere with various room options. It's quite peaceful with few people around. You can walk to Mae Haad Beach, which feels like a private beach. The sand is white, and the water is crystal clear. At night, the sky is filled with stars, contrasting beautifully with the green lights of the squid fishing boats. It's very romantic. 📍 Location: Koh Ma Beach Resort, Mae Haad Beach, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani Province

#Beach #Seascape #100 Ways to Travel #Thailand Island Hopping #Island Travel #fullmoon #fullmoonparty #Music Festival Koh Phangan in southern Thailand is world-famous for the world's three major electronic music "Full Moon Party" and is also a favorite destination for backpackers around the world! I opened it when it was a not-so-famous island. I was deeply fascinated by the endless sea, the beach as fine as flour, and the undeveloped sense of adventure on a quasi-uninhabited island💕 🌟 Phangan has two sister islands: Koh Samui in the south and Koh Tao in the north. Both are popular attractions, but I personally feel that Phangan is the right way to explore Thailand’s islands and young people! 🌟 There are mostly European and American tourists here, and those who don’t like electronic music parties just use it as a beach vacation; the long beach of Tongsala Bay, the blue water is particularly beautiful during the peak season from April to September every year, and you can swing on Malibu beach🥰 🌟Full Moon Party is popular among the minority, and is often accompanied by the stereotyped and negative impression of drug use and debauchery. In fact, the truth is that you can simply listen to music, drink beer, and lie on the beach to enjoy the moonlight. In addition to discovering that Koh Phangan is better than Koh Samui In addition to being much more beautiful, the full moon party also opened my eyes to a simple and boring life👍 💯No matter how Thailand develops, Koh Phangan will always be my favorite Thai island. There are no large-scale performances, no Cowboy Street, no Shopping Mall, and no old people with Go Go boys (or girls) all over the streets. White people, rent a motorcycle and ride around the island. It will be much easier than you think. Recommended❤️

Koh Phangan, Thailand 🇹🇭 #summerdestinations #kohphangan is one of the most different islands in Thailand - on the one hand it has a sense of freedom and infinite peace, and on the other hand it is the home of the biggest parties 🎉 that take place in Thailand - the "#fullmoon" 🌝 parties, an event that attracts tourists from all around the world 🌍. Koh phangan is the #Island for everyone! Families 🧑🧑🧒🧒 will find amazing beaches ⛱️ and pampering hotels, #young people will party until dawn 🌅. Between the parties the island becomes very calm and it is not crowded - which allows time to explore and discover 🧑🌾 the most beautiful places on the island. It is recommended to rent a #motorbike 🛵. You can dance in one of the discos 🪩🕺on the #Island , sit in pubs 🍻 and restaurants on the ##beach 🏖️. In my opinion, the best area to stay in the island is Srithanu. Enjoy Koh phangan 🫶

Buri Rasa Village Resort is a wonderful choice if you don’t want to move around much, just stay in and around the resort for a few days to enjoy the beach and hotel facilities. The hotel is not very big so you see familiar faces everyday. The rooms are simple but well designed. They have nice little touches such as flip flops and beach basket for you to use. They have a sofa which was good enough for my 3 year old son to sleep at night so we didn’t need an extra bed. We have a ground floor room just steps away from the pool so it was very convenient. The beach is also just a few steps from the pool. The best part is the service, from the reception to the beach staff they are all so friendly, relaxed but efficient. The breakfast was not the biggest spread but everything was good. Within walking distance you have other local restaurants, supermarkets, shops and massage, everything you need very close by! So I highly recommend for easy holidays with young or old ☺️ #familytrip #thailand #Islandholidays #beachresort #familyfriendlyresort #Resortonthebeach #Phanganresorts

Kho Phangan is truly a gem! The island welcomes you with amazing beaches, chill atmosphere and wild jungles. You should rent a scooter to enjoy the breeze and the views of the island are just amazing. Must visit the Herbal sauna next to Wat Pho temple. It’s amazing and very relaxing. #kohphangan #travel #thailand #Herbalsauna

Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan, also known as Wat Pho (or Wat Po) is not far from the Grand Palace and houses a gold Reclining Buddha, 15 meters high and 46 meters long, built in 1832. They say is is good luck to leave coin offerings in the temple, and you can purchase a bowl of coins inside and drop them in the offering bowls. Wat Pho also houses the School of Thai Medicine, which is the birthplace of traditional Thai massage, so don’t forget to get a massage to unwind and cool off after touring the complex. #thailand #bangkoktravel #watpho

Address - Summer Luxury Beach Resort and Spa is located in the Thong Sala area bit is somewhat hidden as it’s just off the main road. There is a big sign and you can’t miss it if following a map. It is also near the ferry terminal, about 5-10min drive. Ambiance/Facilities - This peaceful resort truly lives up to it’s name, everything is beautiful and modern and feels luxurious! Highlights - Once you are in the resort, you won’t want to leave as you can find everything you could want! The rooms are spacious and the grounds are just stunning. The beachfront restaurant and gorgeous swimming pool is definitely a highlight. Avg. Price - depending on your room, the price varies but it is well worth every penny. Best value for money you will spend in Koh Phangan I would highly recommend staying here #beachfrontcafe #hotelstay #resortstay

Most beautiful Buddha statue I have ever seen in my life. You just enter into the place and you will be amazed to see the statue itself. Very vast area to walk around. It cost 200 bhat per person. I have covered most of the area but it takes a day to completely cover The Grand Palace and The Reclining Buddha. Loved it. A real cultural treasure and must do if you have arts,architecture, historical, cultural, or spiritual interests. #wecreate

#visitbangkok Title: Discovering the Wonders of Wat Pho in Bangkok Wat Pho is one of the most iconic and revered temples in Bangkok. It has an over-40-meter long reclining Buddha statue inside the temple! And GUESS WHAT, is covered in gold leaf and adorned with intricate mother-of-pearl inlay on its feet! The temples have great architecture and provide LOTS of photo opportunities! To get there, take the BTS Skytrain to Saphan Taksin station, and then take a Chao Phraya River Express boat to Tha Tien pier. The temple is open daily from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM, and admission fee is 100 THB. Don't forget to remove your shoes before entering the temple! Rating: 4.5/5 #templeday

I booked a joint ticket on Koh Phangan on the fast ferry with Lomprayah. The cost from the island to Donsak and shuttle to Surat Thani Airport was 950 Bhat or about $30 USD (200 CNY). It's a good idea to buy this a few days before your flight. Then you check in about an hour before departure time. For myself this was 10am. The ferry leaves at 11:OO. We made our way to Donsak pier with a short stop in Samui. This seemed to take just over an hour and half. Depending on passengers loading and off loading you should arrive around 2:30 pm. We were a little slower on a big bus so arrived closer to 3pm. My flight was at 6 so plenty of time, but I would advise giving yourself ample connection time. The bus ride from Donsak Pier in Surat Thani Airport was the longer less comfortable part with no bathroom stops. Otherwise, still the faster way to fly out of the area. Surat Thani Airport has modernised a bit and departures are up on the second floor.#mytripvlog

Usually known as a party island, Koh Phangan, which is located between Koh Samui and Koh Tao is more than clubs, raves and full moon parties. There are so many treasured spots around Koh Phangan that it’s easy to fall in love with it all around. The waterfalls, Friday reggae parties, beach drum circles, night markets and hilltop bars with stunning views. Koh Phangan is an island you can’t miss.#thailand #paradise #beachlife #island

One of the most famous island in the Thai gulf is Pha-ngan island or Koh Pha-ngan. Located just 30 min by boat from Koh Samui, the biggest island in Thai gulf. Every year traveller from around the world go to Koh Pha ngan. Some of them enjoy nature, some of them enjoy party such a famous Fullmoon party where crazy people go… Getting There - boat from Koh Samui Attractions - Full moon party, Scuba diving Hotels - from cheap to most luxurious Food & Restaurants - Fresh seafood at the pier #myperfectstaycation

#thailand Address - Koh Phangan Ambiance/Facilities - Any resort on the beach Highlights - full moon party Avg. Price per Person - 1500¥ Rating - 5/5 It is an experience of a lifetime. I suggest flying from Bangkok to Surat Thani, it is much cheaper than Koh Samui. It will take longer but the ferry ride is beautiful. Also, I suggest staying at a locally owned resort because they will help you with any booking needs.

This Koh Phangan trip is so good. We stayed at Dakanada Villa Resort. The sunset view is so awesome. The room is right on the beach. In the morning, there are many people playing skiing, sea activities, very lively. The price is 3,095 baht per night, but the view is so good. 5 stars for sure. #Sleep and relax in a beautiful place

Yogi paradise at Wonderland in the jungle. So many amazing foodie spots including Alcove, Wasabi and Indigo just to name a few! The beaches rival the Philippines and waterfalls are easy to access while still being hidden from the world. #kohphangan #thailand #travelasia #2023travelwish #waterfall #yoga #food #beaches

Staying at Hadd Yao Bayview resort going everyday to the beach and having smoothie breakfasts brought me the happiest holidays I could ever imagine, deeply thankful to this magical island #kohpangan #2023travelwish #foodie

I remember the first full moon party I went to was ten years ago, but this year I had a lot more fun than the last time. We started by sitting and drinking beer and watching the sunset on the beach at the resort, then dressed up to go to the full moon party at Haad Rin. We walked there because we were afraid that we would be too drunk to ride our motorcycles back home. The entrance fee is 200 baht. They have buckets of beer and liquor for sale. You can stand and dance at any shop that you like and enjoy the music. I personally bought a glass of ice and beer from 7-Eleven and carried it around the event to drink. 😅😅😅

#Beachfront accommodation Panviman Resort, Koh Phangan Located at "Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach", the highlight of this beach is Surrounded by mountains and sea views There are 11 types of rooms, almost every room has a high angle view of the sea, very beautiful On the beach, there are kayaks and surfboards to play When we paddle out to sea, we will see the resort from the top of the mountain down As for the pool villa rooms, each room has a different style of room, pool and view, but the bathroom is quite spacious, the bed is comfortable, there are all the equipment, very convenient #Sleep and relax in a beautiful accommodation #Book a luxury hotel

Koh Phangan is more than just full moon party. During my trip there, full moon party has been the smallest highlight of my stay. Koh Phangan has very pretty beaches, amazing forrest cafes and beautiful scenery to drive around the mountain. My photos were taken at Location: Zen Beach How to get there: (rent a bike at the pier for around 150-200 baht/day) and drive around #SpooktacularTrip #sunset #chasingsunset #beachlife #fallingforfall#beachlife#summervacation#awesomepic#passionpassport#mytripvlog#bucketlistreboot

Address -  110/1 Haadrin , Baantai , Koh Pha-ngan, Surat Thani, Koh Phangan, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani, Thailand Ambiance/Facilities - private beach , swimming pool, restaurant Highlights - villa with sea view with breakfast Avg. Price per Person - $330 Rating - 5** Neptune villa is close to the Haad Rin beach where hold the Full moon party every month. there are different room type like villa and dorms. I booked the hotel later that’s why I can only book the dorms one. but it is very nice . the staff is very helpful too .highly recommend to book their villa if you plan to join the full moon party early . so much fun in here .#staycation #境外遊

Koh Phangan is a small yet bustling island in the Gulf of Thailand. It’s one of the cheaper islands when it comes to finding beach front resorts without emptying your wallet, and Da Kandas Resort is no exception. The property is clean and centrally located, just a 5 minute ride via scooter for everything you want. Find some of the islands best restaurants just down the road. Starting at like $20 a night, this resort offers you bigger rooms than other resorts on the island and also gives you direct and private access to a beach without needing a beachfront villa! Address - Unnamed Road, Near B52 Resort Koh Phangan Ambiance/Facilities - Full Bathroom Choice of Twin Beds or Queen Bed Balcony Beach View Highlights - Spacious rooms that are larger than competitors. Beach front property, walk to the sea in just a few minutes from your front door. Great location! Located in Thongsala, you couldn’t find a better location. Avg. Price per Person - $20-$100 Rating - 5 Stars #passionpassport #gooutside #beachlife

Today, I'm going snorkeling at Phangan. 🤿 Most people who come to Koh Phangan think that they have to come to the full moon party, right? But I want you to try again. There are many other good things about Koh Phangan, such as climbing mountains to see the view, visiting cool cafes, or going snorkeling. There are very few reviews of snorkeling here. No one has reviewed it. Let's go. This time, I'll review it for you. Getting there: It's not difficult to get to Koh Phangan. First, you have to take a boat to Koh Phangan. There are many ways to get there, such as taking a bus from Bangkok, buying a package to the island, or taking a plane to Surat Thani. Or you can drive to the pier in Chumphon or Surat Thani provinces. When you arrive on Koh Phangan, walk out of the pier to your accommodation. Most accommodations here don't pick you up at the pier. They will charge an additional fee. The price depends on the hotel. Or you can rent a car (gasoline on the island is expensive). The most convenient way is to walk out and call a taxi (songthaew) to the hotel. Contact them before going. It's better than calling one at the bus station because some people are charged a very high fare. We stayed at Koh Ma, the car fee was 100 baht per person. Boat rental: Some hotels have packages, whether it's a boat or a join-trip. We went with a group of people, so we chose to charter a boat and not join anyone because we like that we can stay where we want as long as we don't have to wait for anyone. Our boat fare for 1 day was 2,500 baht, 5 people, 500 baht per person. Joining a trip is also 500 baht. 😫 You can make an appointment with the boat owner for the boat time. You can order food in your own box or eat it on the beach where they stop to rest. The normal price on the island is not too expensive. We booked the boat from Black Coral Tour. Snorkeling package: The boat will provide a snorkeling mask and free drinking water. Today, the boat took us to 3 places: Koh Ma 2 points, Hat Khot and Hat Khom. We didn't have enough time, so we missed Hat Salad because we took too long to dive at the first point at Koh Ma. The first point, Koh Ma, is not on the Mae Hat side. It's on the other side, behind the mountain, as shown in the review picture in this post. This point is very beautiful. The water is so clear that you can see it and say "wow". It's so clear. Yes, we stayed here for 2 hours and flew a drone until we got the beautiful picture we wanted. In addition to the clear water, there are also a lot of corals and fish. It's a pity that we mostly took videos underwater. On the Phangan, Koh Tao, Krabi, and Phi Phi sides, you won't see much Nemo. There will be Nemo's friends, the blue striped ones, and the yellow-fin parrot fish. They swim, jump into the water, and take pictures. It's so satisfying. No matter how hot the sun is, we're still very happy. Don't forget, if you come to Phangan, anyone who likes snorkeling must come. 🥰 #SeaTrip #SongkranTrip

Address - located in Koh Phangan, Thailand. it’s up to the north of the island but it’s not far from the main city. GPS : https://goo.gl/maps/q7vLtwCtFJcZLF2B7 Ambiance/Facilities - There are everything that you need for your staying. For example bar , restaurant and cafe. You can walk 10 minutes to convenient store and food. Highlights - The edge pool which is amazing ocean view. You can enjoy both sunrise and sunset. Avg. Price per Person - 1. superior room 1500 bht 2. villa with sea view 2500 bht 3. garden villa with sea view 3500 bht 4. Deluxe villa 4500 bht 5. ocean view 5500 bht 6. deluxe family 12000 bht The price depends on the seasons. Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ peaceful place to stay #staycation #kohphangan #islandlife