If at Night of Full Moon to look from space to the western part Siam bay, among sleeping islands you can see Koh Phangan - never sleeps. The sea foam bordered by nacreous shine spilled on matte - white sand. Filled with magic light of the moon, it rocks on waves, as if in time music, running of its each bay and beaches . During last 20 years, Koh Phangan involves huge quantity of visitors, the majority from which strictly come back to island. Who these people, enthusiasts Koh Phangan. Till the dawn, along a coastal line fires will flicker, fading in process of fading the moon. So will be three nights and three days. Tishin and rest will come here together with the third dawn and up to the following full moon, will reign here idyllic calmness of emerald tropical island.
The paradise island Koh Phangan, occupying the area in 167 sq.km , is the fifth, largest island of Thailand. Located in the south of gulf of Siam, in 70 kilometers from continent and all in 12 km from Koh Samui, Koh Phangan has no the airport and it is connected to the big land a regular ferry communication. The island is part of archipelago Samui, 40 islands numbering approximately.
Actually, there are some reasons on which it is necessary to visit this place. Even that the island is rather small on the area, travellers always can find here an own niche.
In my judgment, you should consider definitely visiting of island Koh Phangan, if you one of the following:
- The budget tourist, which purpose will be to see more, for smaller money.
In this case Koh Phangan can offer you quite good rest for the ridiculous price, in comparison with other islands located in Southern Thailand.
I mean the best cost - accomodation, restaurants, bars and an opportunity to meet people the same way as well as you – young, curious and romantic.
- The constant habitue of parties at whom never it happens on evenings of bad mood. If it is valid so, to you direct road to this island which it is wide known as island - Full Moon Party. FMP takes place every month, on one of southeast coast of island, and
Involve thousand habitues of night clubs and organizers of holidays. Try to tell to somebody in Thailand or behind border, that you visited Koh Phangan during festival of a full moon - you at once will lift the authority in opinion of new familiar, as the best habitue of parties.
- If you cannot live without comfort, resorts and SPA the centers on island all kinds of pleasure which level will not disappoint even the choosiest tourist can offer set to you.
All more than vacation spots is equipped under the final statement of technics, are offered themenu almost all countries of the world. Almost in each corner of island to you will offer a choice between Thai and international cuisine.
- If you travel with children – Koh Phangan will be a great choice. To you will offer set of comfortable numbers, with conditioned air, with clean both superficial beaches and active pastime during which your children will feel like more than happy. Among them: trips by boats, a safari, trips on elephants and many other things.
Last trip to Koh Phangan, with group of friends, who during holiday have wanted to receive experience of ride a bike, has ended with loss a lot of money, and also deep grazes and bruises for the majority, that once again proves - Koh Phangan is not a place for study drive a motorbike...
For the last some years, the number of Hotels and resorts in Koh Phangan, have appreciablly increased, offering visitors on a choice the new hotels, erected on several beaches of island. Bamboo bungalows cooled by fans, can be still found in many places, but many resorts are under repair and modernized, offering the guests Air conditioners and the greater choice of convenience, instead of straw huts. We are sure, that you, without effort, find to myself accomodation, to own taste, but have in view of, that hotels start to overflow some days prior FMP (Full Moon Party) ...
The first that occurs, at mention Koh Phangan are hard blows of sounds of the electronic music, amplified with lines of the basses, flashingfires and dancing orgies on Full Moon Party (FMP). But Koh Phangan in day time - veritable sanctity, and its beaches, it is simple unrivalled in Tailand, for those who is in search of calmness and obvious, amazing beauty...
Koh Phangan attractions are axiomatic: its magnificent beaches pacifying sea prospects and powder-soft sand, together with a dense interior, juicy jungle, falls - all aces in a card pack of island. Alongside with this obvious picture, the spiritual side of island is shown through it 20 temples, everyone with an own, serene and unique atmosphere...
If to reveal one common denominator who runs everywhere on Koh Phangan, is that each of its coast, has colourful and atmospheric restaurants. Reception peep on coast, whether be this local, Italian, Mexican, or even the Jewish, it is indoubtedly diluted with cool breezes, sand between toes and stars, flickering is higher...
If you plan to visit Koh Phangan for participation in parties, and noisy actions of a night life, it is desirable have book hotel in Haad Rin beach. It very simply to explain. Haad Rin has the greatest and most intensive night activity in gulf of Siam, including bars and dancing clubs, while other part of island - the present shelter of calmness...
One thing, you should know for certain, when come to shopping - Koh Phangan much more cheaper than Samui. And again about the same things - the goods in Thongsala, are much cheaper than in Haad Rin. Despite of this difference, in these small towns you without effort will find gift shops, jewelry and firm shops trading in accessories, hammocks and, even fireworks...
Being an island, Koh Phangan is inextricably linked with water-based sports and activities. From the challenging wakeboarding based at Chaloklum to diving trips to the debauchery of a booze cruise to fishing outings, it's a life on the ocean wave when it comes to things to do in Phangan.
Number of local population of " younger brother Samui ", got the world popularity, thanking Full Moon Party, Half Moon Party, and to parties similar to them, actually makes only about 10000 inhabitants. And in days of FMP, amount of inhabitants Koh Phangan increases up to 30000 person, flown down on island in searches of unforgettable rest and fun....
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This beautiful resort is located on the island paradise of Phangan, with beautiful beaches and panoramic sea views. A large outdoor pool, gym and free Wi-Fi are available. The stylish air-conditioned rooms feature elegant teakwood furnishings and classic Thai decor. Each is equipped with a cable TV, DVD player and minibar. Selected rooms have a private pool and whirlpool bathtub. Santhiya's Ayuravana Spa features a relaxing menu of facials and body massage..
Palita Lodge is ideally located on Haad Rin Beach, home of world famous Full Moon Party. Modern amenities alongside captivating Thai style decor, all well-appointed guestrooms come with private balcony overlooking the mesmerising scenery. The beachfront terrace serves a selection of mouth-water Thai and Western cuisines for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with relaxing ambience amidst the exquisite natural surroundings. Wi-Fi..
Super Discounted Rates on Seaview Rooms including breakfast for 2 persons. Panviman or Paradise Alike on Koh Phangan is designed to be in harmony with it is natural surroundings, and is situated upon a steep cliff side overlooking the Thong Nai Pan beach, a crescent moon shaped beach and one of the most beautiful beach on the island. Our cottages are scattered over the sweeping hillside, surrounded by tropical plants and shaded by swaying coconut palms. The hotel...