Hin Wong Bay Koh Tao
Ao Thian Og Beach (Rocky Bay)
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| Ao Thian Og Beach Koh Tao |
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| Ao Thian Og Beach Koh Tao |
The beach has shade from shrubs rather than trees and is empty much of the time despite its proximity to Chalok Baan Kao. While people stay away, sharks flock here, however: it's a popular bay with divers.
One of the newest and flashest resorts on Koh Tao, Jamahkiri, has a monkey enclosure, ensuring the peculiar calls of primates now ring out regularly across the bay.
Ao Thian Og is separated from Chalok Baan Kao by a peninsula, and on the eastern flank of this peninsula, facing Ao Thian Og, you'll find Ao Taa Chaa which has good snorkelling and a couple of very well-appointed resorts perched on its edge.
If you walk out to the end of the peninsula you'll reach the John Suwan Viewpoint, a spectacular vantage point overlooking Ao Chalok Baan Kao to the left and Ao Thian Og to the right. Unfortunately the trail hasn't been well looked after, so it's quite a bush-bash to get there nowadays.
Further to the east you'll find the very pretty Haad Sai Daeng where, just offshore, sits Shark Island - one of Koh Tao's most popular dive spots. The bay itself has some fine snorkelling when the water is calm and there is also more than enough sand to just lay around or plan out world domination or another frisbee-golf course.
While it's a shame that Coral View Resort decided to build a two-storey building right on the beach, the beach nevertheless remains scenic and relatively low key. It's a good choice for those looking for some peace and quiet but who don't want the absolute isolation you'll get on the east coast beaches.
Chalok Baan Kao is close enough to be an option for an evening out but if you don't want to wander that far, there are a couple of places to eat at on Sai Daeng itself.
Ao Leuk
On the eastern side, quiet Ao Leuk is a superb spot to relax and find some peace and quiet. The beach is beautiful and the water is ideal for snorkelling but not too good for swimming.
Tanot Bay Koh Tao
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| Tanot Bay Koh Tao |
More populated than other east coast beaches, but this doesn't mean it's busy. There is no town or village here and only 4 resorts, each with an attached restaurant and one really tiny shop which is up the hill behind the resorts. There are no ATM machines. There are no really cheap places to eat as there are in Mae Haad.
The sand on the beach is coarse and there is an unbelievable amount of broken glass in it. Likely because of people drinking while sitting on the rocks. Careful where you step and do your bit to pick up some of the glass. The shore is rocky and there is plenty of coral right off the beach. You can rent snorkelling equipment for 100 baht per day. There is a large rock just out to sea for those interested in cliff diving.
There are regular trucks that go back and forth 3-4 times per day at 100 baht per person. Ask at your resort for taxi times. Alternatively you can charter your own truck for 400 baht minimum or 100 baht per person.
Aow Muang ( Mango Bay) Koh Tao
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| Aow Muang ( Mango Bay) Koh Tao Photographer: Ekapon Krobtong |
Koh Nang Yuan
There is aa daily boat service from Koh Tao to Koh Nang Yuan which departs from the Lomprayah pier. You can also hire a longtail boat from any beach on Koh Tao. All Around Island will also visit here.
Sairee Beach Koh Tao
In the evening, relax with a sunset drink and watch the world go by.
Accommodation :
Asia Resort Koh TaoLotus Paradise Resort
AC Resort
Sairee Hut Resort
View Cliff Resort
Wind Beach Resort
A.C.2 Resort
Sairee Sairee Guesthouse
Simple Life Resort
Seashell Resort Koh Tao
Koh Tao Coral Grand Resort
Ban's Diving Resort
Khun Ying House
Sun Smile Lodge Koh Tao
Koh Tao Star Villa
The Rocks Luxury Villas
Laem Jor Por Ror
Laem Jor Por Ror
This area is a cape at the south end of Sairee Beach, from where you get a great view of the whole of the beach and Koh Nang Yuan in the background.
It is famous for the large boulder inscribed with the initials of His Majesty the King Chulalongkorn – Rama V which were carved during his visit to the island in 1899. There is also a stat of His Majesty
A quiet spot with lots of half submerged rocks creating a scenic silhouette at sunset.
This area is a cape at the south end of Sairee Beach, from where you get a great view of the whole of the beach and Koh Nang Yuan in the background.
It is famous for the large boulder inscribed with the initials of His Majesty the King Chulalongkorn – Rama V which were carved during his visit to the island in 1899. There is also a stat of His Majesty
A quiet spot with lots of half submerged rocks creating a scenic silhouette at sunset.
Mae Haad Bay
Mae Haad is the port town where the pires are located. There is still a feel of the local Thai lifestyle here. This is also where the government offices are, the police station , post office, health centre, bank, school and temple can be found. It’s a good place for shopping for Thai souvenirs, beachwear, beach games and handmade jewellery. There are also dive equipment stores where you can buy everything from masks and fins for snorkeling to the lastest scuba diving gear.
An interesting place to snorkel here, is the shipwreck which sank in 1962, located at the south end of the bay. There are generally lots of fish here and you may be accompanied by a huge school of fusiliers as well as the blue spotted rays and sweetlips hiding here.
Accommodation:
Save BungalowsUtopia Suites
Koh Tao Royal Resort
Koh Tao Beach Side Resort
Sea Lodge
Blue Diamond Resort
Ananda Villa
Koh Tao Regal Resort
Koh Tao Montra Resort
Sensi Paradise Beach Resort
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