Ko Pha Ngan is an island off the Central Gulf Coast of Southern Thailand, halfway between the islands of Ko Samui and Ko Tao. It is known as a land of coconut trees and, above all, the world famous full moon parties.
Beaches in Phangan
Most beaches on Koh Phangan are great for swimming and snorkeling. Here is a concise list of the most popular beaches and bays:
The Southern Beaches Had Rin Nok and Had Rin Nai
The most popular beach on Pha Ngan. Here you will find the famous Full Moon Party. Had Rin is actually two beaches (Had Rin Nok and Had Rin Nai) and the East side is often considered as the most beautiful beach, but also the more crowded one.
Ban Khai, Ban Tai and Ao Nai Wok
These beaches are located in the South East of the island, East of Thongsala. You will find cheap accommodation and some beach bars here. Stunning sunsets can be seen over Koh Samui.
Had Yuan, Had Thien and (Eastern) Had Yao
These three beaches are located North of Had Rin Nok. Relaxed places only accessible by foot or by a taxi boat etc.
Other beaches in the South are: Had Yang, Had Khontee and Had Leela.
The Northeastern Beaches
Ao Thong Nai Pan Noi, Ao Thong Nai Pan Yai
Considered to be two of the most beautiful beaches on Phangan. Great for swimming and relaxing. The road there can however almost be described as a roller coaster dirt road, but it works.
Had Kuat (Bottle Beach)
Also a amazingly beautiful beach in the North West of the island, surrounded by tropical mountains and coves. Reachable by taxi boat from Ao Chaloklum. Other beaches in the North are: West Had Sadet and Had Nam Tok (waterfall island).
The Northwestern Beaches
Ao Chaloklum Chaloklum
A little more than 2 kilometers long and located in the absolute North of the island. A fishing village but also good for swimming and snorkeling when the tide allows it.
Had Mae Had, Had Salad, West Had Thien
Three beaches located North of Thongsala. You will find many diving schools here. Also some nice resorts and restaurants.
Had Yao (East side)
If you are looking for a paradise beach, look no further. This beach is one of the most inviting in the region. It is a wide, one kilometer wide beach which made it perfect for sports like beach volleyball etc. You will also find many good accommodations and restaurant facilities here.
Other beaches in the North East are: Had Khom, Had Thong Lang, Had Kruad, Had Son, Ao Chao Phao, Ao Sri Thanu and Ao Hin Kong.
Getting There From Bangkok
By bus or train to Suratthani province, and then a ferry from one of the piers in Donsak with either Seatran or Raja Ferry (two local ferry operators). You can buy a joint ticket in Bangkok, for example on Khao San Road. You can also get here with the Lomprayah Catamaran from Chumphon via Koh Tao. Lomprayah also has comfortable buses from Bangkok to Chumphon. (more information is found in the Samui information) If you are going from Samui you have a lot of alternatives; Catch a express boat, catamaran or a small ferry from Nathon, Maenam, Big Buddha, Bangrak or Bo Phut. Or, if your in a hurry, a speed boat from Maenam or Bo Phut is perfect. Please check with any travel agency or just go to the piers and buy the ticket there.
Backpacking
Koh Phangan was for about twenty years somehow a hideaway for backpackers in Asia. Today you will find all kind of "farangs" (tourists) from all over the world on this tropical island; Party peoples (going to the Fullmoon Party), young (and old) "love birds", globetrotters, families, divers or just people looking for a place where they can enjoy total relaxation . But Koh Phangan is still "less exploited" than its larger sister island Koh Samui and the and some beaches are almost "empty" in low season. This is still a place where you can find a peaceful holiday with a book in a hammock in a very easy going bamboo resort.
Full Moon Party
The Full Moon Party is an all-night beach party that takes place in Haad Rin on the island of Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand on the night before or after every full moon.
The first Full Moon Party was improvised at a wooden disco not far from the beach in 1985 for giving thanks to about 20-30 travelers. The Full Moon Party gained fame quickly through word of mouth, and the event now draws a crowd about 20,000-30,000 every full moon evening. The party carries on until the sun rises the next day. All the bars on the sunrise beach of Haad Rin town stay open and play music such as R&B, drum and bass, house, dance and reggae.
The modern event has become a part of the itinerary of many travelers to Asia. It is characterized by unruly and potentially dangerous attractions such as fire skipping ropes, wildly variable alcohol strength 'buckets', and a drug culture. It is indeed seen by many as the "ultimate party experience", although drug laws are still strict, and police enforcement is stepped up during the parties.
The Full Moon Party is featured in films such as Last Stop for Paul and the Thai film Hormones. It was also featured in the first episode of the Comedy Central tv show Gerhard Reinke's Wanderlust.
FULL MOON PARTY DATES
Saturday 19 February 2011
Saturday 19 March 2011
Monday 18 April 2011
Wednesday 18 May 2011
Thursday 16 June 2011
Sunday 17 July 2011
Sunday 14 August 2011
Monday 12 September 2011
Wednesday 12 October 2011
Thursday 10 November 2011
Saturday 10 December 2011
Sunday 25 December 2011
Saturday 31 December 2011
Sunday 08 January 2012
Wednesday 08 February 2012
Wednesday 07 March 2012
Friday 06 April 2012
Sunday 06 May 2012
Monday 04 June 2012
Tuesday 03 July 2012
Saturday 04 August 2012
Saturday 01 September 2012
Sunday 30 September 2012
Monday 29 October 2012
Wednesday 28 November 2012
Tuesday 25 December 2012
Friday 28 December 2012
Monday 31 December 2012
More info:
http://www.fullmoon.phangan.info/
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