City break in Ko Tao Island. Active leisure ideas for Ko Tao Island - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Ko Tao does not attract only those, who like diving. Although, most of the tourists come because of its beautiful underwater world. There are several reasons for such popularity of the island. The first and probably the most important one is good visibility and a comfortable water temperature. Another important factor is that the diving sites are close to the island. A rare trip to the diving place will take you more than an hour. And the final reason is that it is cheap. There are many diving schools on the island and you will usually find an instructor, who speaks your language, and the rent of the equipment cost less than in other parts of Thailand.
About a hundred accommodation places are represented on the island. There are luxury hotels and more modest inns focused on budget conscious tourists. Koh Tao Montra remains leader among … Open
Small Ko Tao Island located in the Gulf of Thailand began to attract the attention of travelers quite recently. It’s the smallest among the Thai islands; area of Ko Tao is a little … Open
Though, it should be mentioned, that the second popular activity in Ko Tao after diving is trekking. Choose a route to your taste and start exploring the jungles! You should definitely go to the Two View observation deck. If you still have some energy, visit the John Suwan mountain in the South of the island, Fraggle Rock in the North, and some other places in the central part. Visit every bay, every beach. Koh Nang Yuan, Freedom Beach, Laem Thian, Mango Bay, Hin Wong Bay, Tanote Bay – all of those places are special in their own way. Try to watch every sundown on the island in a new place, the setting sun colors the surrounding nature in different colors. If you like photography, certainly make at least some pictures in every big bay on the island.
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National and city parks around Ko Tao Island
♥ Marine National Park 'Than Sadeth-Koh Phangan' , 45 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Marine National Park 'Mu Ko Ang Thong' , 117.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Namtok Si khid' , 122 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Namtok Ngao' , 122.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Marine National Park 'Lam Nam Kraburi' , 128.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Marine National Park 'Than Sadeth-Koh Phangan' , 45 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Marine National Park 'Mu Ko Ang Thong' , 117.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Namtok Si khid' , 122 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Namtok Ngao' , 122.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Marine National Park 'Lam Nam Kraburi' , 128.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Ko Tao Island
♥ Amusement park 'Surat Waterpark' Ban Na San, 62.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Coco Splash Adventure and Water Park' Samui, 72.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'The Pirates Park' Surat Thani, 123 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Surat Waterpark' Ban Na San, 62.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Coco Splash Adventure and Water Park' Samui, 72.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'The Pirates Park' Surat Thani, 123 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Ko Tao Island
♥ Water park 'Coco Splash Adventure and Water Park' Samui, 72.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'The Pirates Park' Surat Thani, 123 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Coco Splash Adventure and Water Park' Samui, 72.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'The Pirates Park' Surat Thani, 123 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Ko Tao Island from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Red Pool
From the series “Most Scary Swiiming Pools”
Check on the map: Distance from Ko Tao Island center - 65.7 km.
The water in this pool really looks like blood. Red sun loungers and umbrellas were placed next to the pool to highlight its unusual theme. The original design pool is not the only feature of the Library Hotel. A chic library with a huge selection of books and a beautifully designed reading room is equipped for guests in it. …
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Koh Tao
From the series “The Most Beautiful Islands on the Planet”
Check on the map: Distance from Ko Tao Island center - 1.6 km.
For several years the island has been among the divers and snorkelers. Here there are a lot of excellent places for diving with the dive machine. The ideal places for swimming with the snorkel are located next to all the wonderful beaches. Apart from the colorful fish you can see the small rays and even the reef sharks on the coast, which, unlike the predatory sharks, are absolutely safe. The beach Ao Leuk will please those who like to relax on the picturesque sandy beaches. …
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Guide to your best city break in Ko Tao Island - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Ko Tao Island - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Ko Tao Island?' disappears immediately.