Everything You Need to Know about Koh Tan Thailand
Koh Tan Thailand, is a small island located 5 kilometers south of Koh Samui and 15 kilometers off the mainland in the Gulf of Thailand. It takes just 20 minutes to reach the island by boat from Koh Samui. An integral part of the Samui archipelago, this island consists of 60 other small islands. Also known as Coral Island, Koh Tan features different varieties of hard, soft, and colorful corals and is one of the most popular spots for scuba diving, kayaking, and snorkeling. The 7.5 square kilometers of white sandy beaches on this island offer tons of natural beauty and a serene environment. It is a silent and calm place without cars or motorbikes.
Getting to Koh Tan
You can get to Koh Tan, Thailand, by rail, boat, or air. Koh Tan does not have an airport, but the boat and catamaran services are available from Surat Thani, Chumphon, and Koh Samui airports. Rail services are also available until Chumphon, after which you can take a boat to reach Koh Tan. Taxis can also be hired from one place to another on the island.
Oceans Elite Charters offers full-day longboat snorkel trips to Koh Tan from different points throughout Koh Samui. The trips to Koh Tan also include visiting neighboring islands like Koh Mudsum. However, if you want more elaborate alternatives, you can choose the luxurious yacht sailing tours and cruises available from Oceans Elite Charters.
Things to Do in Koh Tan Thailand
Popular for its variety of underwater species, like barracudas, reef sharks, triggerfish, groupers, big fishes, stingrays, and puffer fish, Koh Tan Thailand has got some amazing things to do for its visitors. The boat trips, cruises, and yacht sailing tours arranged by Oceans Elite Charters will offer you the scope to enjoy some thrilling activities, which include:
Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is one of the most common sports at Koh Tan Samui because of the island’s underwater diversity. A few popular scuba diving sites in Koh Tan include Lighthouse Bay, Ocean Utopia, Chumphon Pinnacles, and Japanese Gardens.
Snorkeling
Boat tours to Koh Samui will allow you to halt at famous sites like Koh Nangyuan, Tanote Bay, and Shark Bay to have an incredible snorkeling experience.
Kayaking
The island also offers a kayaking facility where you can get kayaks on rent from the local operators. The boat trips and yacht charters by Oceans Elite Charters will help you arrange coastline tours further to have the most incredible experience of your lifetime.
Walking and Hiking
Koh Tan Thailand offers walking and hiking opportunities with stunning sights from the highest peak, Two Views, right in the center of Sairee and Tanote. You can even have a good experience in rock climbing at Koh Tan.
Fishing
Join Oceans Elite Charters and get a long-tail boat on rent to enjoy fishing at Koh Tan. Night-time fishing is also possible on this island. The other exciting activities you can try at Koh Tan include cliff jumping, wakeboarding, mountain biking, sailing, abseiling and mini golf.
Your trip to luxury yacht charter in Thailand, can be a memorable experience if you sign up for a boat tour or cruise to the island through Oceans Elite Charters. Make it a point to visit this stunning island once during your stay in Thailand to enjoy the fresh air and breathtaking views.
