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Koh Phangan consists of a amazing paradise full of postcard like palms and crystal clear turquoise waters.
There are roads to Haad Rin, but we have warned you that the roads are not in the best condition and unless you are a competitant motorbike rider then don't try to get to Haad Rin, as most accidents involving scooters happen in this area. Our advice is to leave your scooter at the 7/11 at BanTai and pay approx 40 Baht for a taxi over the hills to Haad Rin.
Koh Phangan is approximately 2 1/2 hours from Don Sak and approximately 45 min. from Samui by boat. The cheapest way from Bangkok to Koh Phangan would be to get ajoint ticket from Songserm Travel who operates joint ticket for (Ferry and Speed boats, buses, train, airplanes) to Phangan. Or you can take an 1 hr. flight by Bangkok Airways daily from BKK to Samui and get the speed boat to Phangan.
Simmilar to the neighbor island, Koh Phangan is enjoying substantial year on year growth rates in tourist arrival numbers and the island is known its own right for its every month held amazing Fullmoon Party held at Haad Rin bay. Because of its big party scene some people have named Phangan the Ibiza of Asia.
It is rare the way the quiet and party can blend so good on the island. At one side of Phangan, you can participate in the non-stop parties drawing party people with a wide range of different music, fire works and party style.
For some of the travelers who find ko Samui too overdeveloped or too crowded with farang, Kohpangan is the a better island to enjoy your holiday in Thailand.
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Kho Phangan is an island of natural beauty and charm, an island, where you can have a holiday far anyway, lazy and on the beach or active and fast paced.
Located in the center of the Samui Archipelago, Kho Phangan is ideally located near top destinations such as Ang Thong archipelago and Koh Tao. The easy to reach Ang Thong archipelago consists of over 40 small islands, with many pristine beaches and surrounded with tranquil salt water.
Koh Phangan has many popular activities one being snorkeling at many of Ko Phangan beaches, one beach in particular is in the northeastern tip near by Ko Maa.
There are many ways to get around the island, you can hire a taxi cab for a little amount of money,or you are able to drive you can hire a quad or bike and do it in your own adgenda.
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