Ferry To Koh Tao | Chumphon to Koh Tao by Boat and Ferry

Koh Tao Island, (Turtle Island) is an amazing tourist destination, right in the Gulf of Thailand. It is mainly known for its vast turtle population, hence the name ‘'Turtle Island''. Up until the 1980's, the island had been unexplored as a tourist destination. In the 80's however, it took off as a tourist hub. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, the Island is ideal for those who want to enjoy some warmth and possibly catch a nice tan.

GETTING TO KOH TAO

You can get to Koh Tao by:

One Option Is Catching A Bus From One Of The Various Luxury Coach Companies In Bangkok, To Chumphon, To The Pier And Finally, A Ferry To Koh Tao.

For night travelers who like to catch some sleep, you can board a train from Bangkok to Chumphon, a bus to Pier, and finally, a ferry to Koh Tao. This route can take about 13 hours.

through Suratthani, which however serves Koh Samui mainly. You start by catching a flight to Suratthani, a bus to Pier, and finally, a ferry to Koh Tao.

Catching a flight to Koh Samui, then a ferry to Koh Tao. This route is an easy and fast way to the island. The cost could, however, be on the higher side for those traveling on a budget. Also, most of the ferries from Koh Samui are scheduled for morning hours.

Another easy way is moving from Chumphon to Koh Tao. You start by catching a plane to Chumphon, then a bus to Pier, and finally, a ferry to KohTao.

MUST DO ACTIVITIES

There is no shortage of tourist activities in the Koh Tao Island. Many tourists visit the island for its serenity, rich culture, and wildlife. Fun activities include:

1. Sunbathing

Koh Tao is famous for its pristine white sand beaches. The Sairee beach, which is roughly 1.7km long, is a favorite spot for tourists who want to enjoy some peace basking in the sun. The Chalok Bay is a smaller beach on the island but is equally good.

2. Scuba diving and snorkeling

Scuba diving and snorkeling are favorites for tourists who wish to see the wide variety of colorful and breath-taking marine life, including the turtles, coral reefs, and numerous fish species. If you're lucky, you might see a bull shark swim right past you. The water is very clear, hence under-water visibility of up to 40 meters. Whale sharks are often spotted around Chumphon Pinnacle, just a 15-minute boat ride from the island. Whale shark encounters are a pot-luck affair in these parts, but they’ve been spotted year-round, especially from April to June.

3. More fun activities

Koh Tao offers off shore activities such as taking a hike in the mountains, rock climbing, and cliff jumping. You could also hire a motor bike to help you move around the island. The terrain for most roads is however rough. You might want to take some extra caution or have someone move you around.

Province

: Suratthani

Transportation

: Taxi,Motorcycle

Area

: 21 km 2

Mobile Carrier

: Ais,Dtac,True,cat

Population

: 1,382

Food

: Thai amarican food

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