Laem Son Lake
This place is often considered to be a heaven for nature lovers. In fact, it is one of the most romantic places on the island. If you’re travelling with your partner, you should not miss it. Rope swings hanging directly above the waters will allow you to have lots of fun on a sunny, summer day. With clear, blue waters and tall pine trees, you will be mesmerized by the scenic beauty of this place. The lake has many different varieties of fish. However, fishing is banned and you should avoid breaking any laws.
Phaeng Waterfall
This is one of the most beautiful waterfalls you will come across in Thailand. Every year, this place attracts thousands of tourists. In order to reach the waterfall, you need to trek down about 250 meters into the forest. The forest offers a delightful experience regarding exotic flora and fauna.
Khao Ra
Khao Ra offers excellent views of Chaloklum and Thong Nai Pan. It is about 630 meters above the sea level. This is the perfect place for trek lovers. When you visit this place on a bright, sunny day, the trek will be worth your time. You will get to see the beauty of Thong Nai. This is a viewpoint at the highest peak of Koh Phangan.
Koh Ma
Colorful corals, blue sea and a wide range of marine life and wildlife make Koh Ma one of the best places to visit in Thailand. This place is connected to Koh Phangan through soft, golden powdery sand. You can explore the marine and terrestrial life when you’re in this place. Every nature lover considers this place to be paradise.
It is quite easy to get from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan. You can participate in many different activities, including diving, snorkeling, trekking and more. There are also many Muay Thai Kickboxing schools offering classes at affordable prices. Koh Phangan is an excellent place for budget tourists, backpackers and couples.
Getting from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan
Koh Phangan is just 45 minutes from Koh Samui by boat. You can also take a ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan. You can even hire a speed boat. There are many travel agencies offering tickets at affordable prices. The official website of the Tourism Department offers information regarding ferry schedules. You can even gather more information from a travel agent.
In recent years, Koh Phangan has been extremely popular for its Full Moon Party. It would be best to visit the place around this time of the month. It will be an exhilarating experience.
John Chen is a travel writer currently located in Bangkok, Thailand. He likes writing about Thailand and he writes not only about traveling in Thailand, but also about business, culture, economy and food.
