Activities in Koh Phangan

   
        Koh Phangan is not only a party island but offers plenty of other activities to fill the day. You can enjoy all kind of water-sports, try your shooting skills with a bb gun or bow & arrow, learn Thai boxing, Thai cooking or how to make your own jewelry, ride an elephant or just let yourself get pampered with a traditional Thai massage.


 Adventure

Phangan Wipeout

               Koh Phangan is full of outdoor adventure and most of it can be done on a few Baht . Rich coral reefs run along the north-west coast of the island, supporting a vibrant underwater world making it an excellent place to snorkel and one of the cheapest and least-crowded places to dive in Thailand.

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Boom BB Gun                                                                          Phangan Wipeout

Location : South West of Koh Phangan                                       Location : Laem Son Lake

Tel.: 08 4440 9591                                                                     Tel.: 08 9730 0081

L'Oasi ATV                                                                              First Bow & Arrow Club

Location : Paradise Waterfall                                                       Location : Chaloklam

Tel.: 08 6470 4253                                                                     Tel.: 0 7737 4315

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Elephant Trekking   Phangan Safari         Have you ever experience riding an elephant? Just outside Chaloklum you can enjoy an elephant ride through Koh Phangan's jungle. Take a leisurely stroll upon the back of a rocking Thai elephant, lurching and rolling like a crazy drunken fairground ride, pluck ripe rambutan as you pass beneath the boughs. But hang on tight as these majestic old gentlemen of the forests negotiate the slippery, rock-strewn streams, hurrying onwards towards the cool dark rainforests of Koh Phangan Paradise Island.    Phangan Safari  Location : Chaloklum   Tel.: 0 7737 4159 .......................................................................................................................................... Kayak & Rafting Blue Stars               Sea kayaking is one of the best ways to explore Koh Phangan’s magnificent beaches and islands. One can hire a kayak for an hour of leisurely paddling around the beaches of Koh Phangan, take a day trip to explore the myriad of islands in Koh Phangan. Blue Stars Location : Chaweng Lake Rd., Chaweng Beach Tel.: 0 7741 3231 Itsaramai Location : Nai Wok Tel.: 0 7268 0940 Safari Boat Location : Thong Sala  Tel.: 0 7723 8232, 08 1538 2939 ................................................................................................................................ Thai Boxing      Chorenrit Muay Thai Camp  Muay Thai, which is one of the distinctive Thai national martial arts, has been passed on from generation to generation. It is widely known as tough fighting, but elegant in its movements. On Koh Phangan has three stadiums in Thong Sala, one in Haad Rin and one in Thong Nai Pan so you'll easily be able to catch a fight during your stay. If you want to learn the noble art, there are a few good schools on the island with English speaking tuition and some very good facilities. Chorenrit Muay Thai Camp                                                   Diamond Muay Thai Location : Thong Sala Sub-district                                              Location : Nai Wok Sub-district Tel.: 0 7737 7856, 08 1787 4228                                              Tel.: 08 0098 4424, 08 7889 9720 Muay Thai Chinnarach Boxing Camp                                   Horizon Muay Thai Boxing Camp Location : Thong Sala Sub-district                                              Location : Tien Beach Tel.: 08 6953 8253                                                                    Tel.: 08 9588 1241 Kobra Ultimate Muay Thai Boxing & Training Staduim's Location : Thong Sala - Baan Tai Sub-district Tel.: 08 5099 3142

A Guide to Koh Phangan
     
             Koh Phangan , An island situated in the Gulf of Thailand is internationally known for the full moon party on Haad Rin that calls over 10,000 party goers each month to experience its wild nights. Koh Phangan covering 168 sq km is approximately 100 km from Surat Thani on the mainland. It can be reached by boat from Surat Thani in 2.5 hours and Koh Samui in 45 minutes. The island is teemed with natural beauty; powdery white sand beaches fringed by coconut trees around the island. On the contrary to the wild party on Haad Rin, some remote beaches provide tranquil and laid-back atmosphere. As high development has been brought to the island, there are good variety of facilities, restaurants and accommodation offers a wide range of choice from very basic bungalows to 5-star resorts. Due to the abundant natural resources, abounding activities will not let you get bored whether on land or water namely visiting nearby islands, diving, visiting temples, hiking to the waterfalls, attending meditation centre and many more.

Where you want to stay?

Ao Chaloklum (อ่าวโฉลกหลำ)

         Is a 2km long beach with a fishing village in the middle where the fishermen keep their Longtail boats. Swimming is only possible in the high tide season from December to March.

Accommodations range from fan bungalows to more up-market resorts and several restaurants and bars can be found along the beach. There are also several diving schools located at the village to introduce you to the colorful underwater world.

Haad Rin (หาดริ้น)

          In the southern part of Koh Phangan consist of two main beaches: Had Rin Nai (sunset beach) on the west coast and Had Rin Nok (sunrise beach) on the eastern coast. Had Rin Nok is the home of the world famous Full Moon Party and is good for swimming and snorkeling.

          Accommodations, bars, clubs, restaurants and shops are located between and on the beaches and can get quite crowded during the Full Moon Party period. The Had Rin Pier is situated at Had Rin Nai and it takes a 10 minute walk to Had Rin Nok.


Thong Nai Pan (ท้องนายปาน)

         Has 2 bays: Thong Nai Pan Noi and Thong Nai Pan Yai of which the latter one is the longer of the two beaches. They can be reached by a steep dirt road through the jungle or by boat.

        It is a quiet area and very popular by travelers to watch the sunrise and just relax on the white soft sanded beach. There are some bars and restaurants to enjoy a drink and a nice dinner and accommodations range from fan bungalows for the budget traveler to 4 star resorts offering all the facilities you can which for.


Haad Salad (หาดสลัด)

          Located at the west coast is a secluded beach, a well know dive site and is good for swimming from December to March. There is a reef just 150 meters of shore providing good snorkeling opportunities and you can watch beautiful sunsets from the beach while sipping a drink at one of the beach bars. Accommodation is available from budget bungalows to air-conditioned villas.