Koh Phangan is an island off the eastern Gulf coast of Thailand, halfway between the islands of Koh Samui and Koh Tao. It is known as a land of coconut trees and, above all, the world famous full moon parties.

Areas in Koh Phangan

Thong Sala - the island's "capital" and main ferry port.

Haad Rin - site of the famous Full Moon Party.

Thong Nai Pan - scenic area on the north-eastern part of the island that includes the neighboring beach resorts of Ao Thong Nai Pan Yai and Ao Thong Nai Pan Noi.

Haad Chao Phao - beautiful beach fringed by a vibrant coral reef, on the western part of the island.

Haad Yao - long white sand beach just north of Had Chao Phao, slightly more developed with more beach bars and restaurants.

Haad Salad - an idyllic cove with several high-end resorts on the north-western part of the island.

Haad Mae Haad - wide sandy beach joined to Koh Ma by a sand spit, which is a National Marine Park with some of the best diving and snorkeling on Pha Ngan; there is also a small village and a variety of resorts, restaurants and bars.

The Full Moon Party

If you're after party addict you can't do better than Haad Rin, an expanded village of beach bars, cheap chicken burgers, and low cut figure-hugging outfits. It is most popular one night a month - the night of the Full Moon Party.

Every bar is hopping, the beaches packed with trance, dance, buckets, and various other suspicious substances. However, if the sight of thousands of bottles and other trash repulses you, make sure you leave the beach area before the sun comes up, or grab a garbage bag and help tidy up a little. If you're not on Koh Phangan during the full moon, don't worry: there are other parties to be had, including Half Moon (2 times a month), Black Moon, Jungle Parties, as well as the Shiva Moon party. There is always something to do in Koh Phangan.

Other Activities

Archery - can be attempted at the "First Bow and Arrow Archery" close to Chaloklum on the road to Thong Sala. Four archers can have a go at the same time, people are very friendly (German spoken during high season) and helpful.

Hiking - can be done all around the island. There is a trail that leads between Haad Rin and Haad Tien, which many enjoy however the route can become difficult to discern, and bringing enough water is necessary.

Muay Thai - gyms such as "Jungle Gym" in Haad Rin and Thong Sala Muay Thai offering training and work out facilities, as well as camps such as "Horizon" located in Haad Tien (east) which is an intensive training camp. There are also frequent matches in Thong Sala and Haad Rin for spectators who don't want to learn the sport.

Yoga - is offered at multiple locations including Agama Yoga, which is located in the northwest of the island, and has month long intensive courses.

Trip Around The Island - One day in Paradise, see everything interesting in one day trip Safari Boat. Daily Tour. Visit Chinese Temple, Elephant Camp, Bottle Beach, Thong Nai Pan, Thansadet Waterfalls, try to catch a fish, wonderful snorkeling.. have a fun with your friends.