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Ko Tao

Koh Tao, meaning 'Turtle Island,' is a stunning island in the Gulf of Thailand renowned for its vibrant coral reefs and abundant marine life, making it a premier destination for scuba diving and snorkeling. Its picturesque bays, lush green interior, and laid-back atmosphere offer a tropical paradise for travelers seeking adventure and relaxation.

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Language

Thai

Population

Approx. 5,000

Currency

Thai Baht (THB)

Timezone

Indochina Time (ICT), UTC+7

Best season

February to April (dry season, excellent for diving) and July to September (less rain, good visibility).

Est. daily cost

$50-80 USD

Climate

Weather & seasons

Climate

Tropical monsoon climate with high temperatures and humidity year-round. Distinct wet and dry seasons influence rainfall patterns.

Best seasons: February to April (dry season, excellent for diving) and July to September (less rain, good visibility).

Right now

28°C

Mostly cloudy

Humidity 80%

Explore

Top attractions

Ao Leuk

Ao Leuk

4.2(3,166 reviews)

3RCQ+RH3 เกาะเต่า Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani, Thailand

John-Suwan Viewpoint

John-Suwan Viewpoint

4.7(3,466 reviews)

Rigorous uphill trail surrounded by jungle & boulders, leading to panoramic mountain & bay views.

3R6H+3QG, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Mae Haad Pier

Mae Haad Pier

4.1(2,823 reviews)

3RMF+WP6, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Mango Bay

Mango Bay

3.5(1,545 reviews)

Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani, Thailand

Free beach to shark bay

Free beach to shark bay

4.1(584 reviews)

Unnamed Road, 3R7H+JWR ตำบล เกาะเต่า อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand

Chalok baan kao bay

Chalok baan kao bay

4.4(651 reviews)

Small, chilled-out beach backed by coconut palms, with open-air eateries & bars, plus dive centers.

3R8G+R2M, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Aow June Juea

Aow June Juea

4.6(625 reviews)

Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

WEST COAST VIEWPOINT

WEST COAST VIEWPOINT

4.6(437 reviews)

3RRQ+FM7, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Love Koh Tao

Love Koh Tao

4.2(899 reviews)

Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

The Tarna Resort, Koh Tao

The Tarna Resort, Koh Tao

4.2(922 reviews)

Sleek quarters in a stylish resort offering a spa, a Japanese restaurant, and a diving center.

68, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Mae Haad Beach

Mae Haad Beach

4.5(133 reviews)

3RPF+CVM, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Taa Toh Lagoon Beach

Taa Toh Lagoon Beach

4.4(274 reviews)

Chalok baan kao bay, Koh Tao, 3R7H+378 ตำบล เกาะเต่า อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand

Stay

Where to sleep

Haad Tien Beach Resort

Haad Tien Beach Resort

3.9(2,341 reviews)

Warm private villas, some with sea views, in a stylish beachfront property offering a dive center.

19 9, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Ban's Diving Resort

Ban's Diving Resort

4.4(2,209 reviews)

Laid-back scuba diving resort offering 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools & a dive center.

3, 1, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Koh Tao Heritage

Koh Tao Heritage

4.0(590 reviews)

3, 6, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Revolution Hostel Koh Tao

Revolution Hostel Koh Tao

4.4(280 reviews)

17, 50 Moo1, Koh Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Savage Hostel Koh Tao

Savage Hostel Koh Tao

4.4(452 reviews)

Trendy hostel opposite the beach offering a restaurant, a bar & a rooftop pool, plus free Wi-Fi.

9, Sairee Beach, 295, Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Nomads Koh Tao Hostel

Nomads Koh Tao Hostel

4.5(320 reviews)

17, 100, Koh Phang-an, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Moondance Magic View Bungalow

Moondance Magic View Bungalow

4.3(314 reviews)

Rustic bamboo bungalows perched on a cliff offering sea views, open-air bathrooms & free Wi-Fi.

Lang Khai Bay, Koh Tao, Tanote Bay / Lang Khai Bay, Koh Tao (Suratthani), Thailand Koh Tao, 3RFW+Q9C ตำบล เกาะเต่า อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand

Haad Sai Daeng

Haad Sai Daeng

4.6(645 reviews)

เกาะเต่า 84280, Thailand

Taco Shack Diving Hostel & Restaurant

Taco Shack Diving Hostel & Restaurant

4.6(605 reviews)

27, 11, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Slumber Party Hostel Koh Tao

Slumber Party Hostel Koh Tao

4.1(325 reviews)

9, T, 33, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Echo Koh Tao Hostel

Echo Koh Tao Hostel

4.6(603 reviews)

25, 35 Moo 2, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Sairee Hut Resort and restaurant

Sairee Hut Resort and restaurant

3.9(925 reviews)

14 45 Koh Tao Koh Phangan Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Five star

Best luxury hotels

Jamahkiri Dive Resort & SPA

Jamahkiri Dive Resort & SPA

4.2(637 reviews)

Swanky seaside resort offering colorful rooms & suites, plus Thai dining, an outdoor pool & a spa.

21 2, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Langkhai Garden Villas Koh Tao

Langkhai Garden Villas Koh Tao

4.9(103 reviews)

39/6 Moo 3 CHALOK LANGKHAI BAY P.O 97 KOH TAO KOH PHANGAN Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Overthemoon Luxury Pool Villas

Overthemoon Luxury Pool Villas

4.6(42 reviews)

Unnamed Road, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Smart value

Best budget stays

Jungle Hostel Koh Tao

Jungle Hostel Koh Tao

4.7(317 reviews)

18, 22, Koh Tao, Ko Phangan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Loft Hostel Koh Tao

Loft Hostel Koh Tao

4.1(132 reviews)

Hip seaside hostel offering complimentary Wi-Fi, plus a terrace, a cocktail bar & a restaurant.

8 7 Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Islander Hostel & Dive School

Islander Hostel & Dive School

4.4(162 reviews)

5 20 Mu 2 Koh Tao Koh Phangan Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

De Coco Hostel Koh Tao

De Coco Hostel Koh Tao

4.8(146 reviews)

8, 75, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Near Me Hostel and Bistro

Near Me Hostel and Bistro

4.9(857 reviews)

9, 5, Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Echo Koh Tao Hostel

Echo Koh Tao Hostel

4.6(603 reviews)

25, 35 Moo 2, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Deishaview Jungle Hostel

Deishaview Jungle Hostel

4.6(179 reviews)

13/59 Koh Phangan - Koh Tao, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Think Koh Tao

Think Koh Tao

4.8(67 reviews)

2, Chalok, 22, Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Ava Boutique Guesthouse Koh Tao

Ava Boutique Guesthouse Koh Tao

4.2(83 reviews)

25 83-84 Songserm Rd, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Taste

Where to eat

995 Roasted Duck

995 Roasted Duck

4.7(4,553 reviews)· inexpensive

Тау 3RXJ+P9J, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

The Factory Cafe

The Factory Cafe

4.6(2,371 reviews)· moderate

9 Beach 284, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Blue Shark Brunch, Koh Tao

Blue Shark Brunch, Koh Tao

4.8(5,139 reviews)· moderate

9 25 หมู่1 เกาะเต่า Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Mama tam (Mama’s)

Mama tam (Mama’s)

4.4(1,653 reviews)· inexpensive

27 3, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

The Mango Garden - Koh Tao

The Mango Garden - Koh Tao

4.9(2,298 reviews)· moderate

9, 311, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

La Pizzeria da Claudio

La Pizzeria da Claudio

4.5(2,326 reviews)· moderate

Sairee Rd, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Fizz Beach Club - Restaurant & Bar

Fizz Beach Club - Restaurant & Bar

4.6(1,701 reviews)· moderate

14, 15, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

High the moon koh tao

High the moon koh tao

4.6(566 reviews)· moderate

13 68, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Chuchu Thai Food & Pizza

Chuchu Thai Food & Pizza

4.6(1,304 reviews)· moderate

Unnamed Road, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Koppee Beach Club

Koppee Beach Club

4.6(1,628 reviews)· moderate

43, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Mama Piyawan's

Mama Piyawan's

4.6(1,367 reviews)· inexpensive

9, 208, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Blue Chair

Blue Chair

4.6(983 reviews)· inexpensive

3RVH+WJF Unnamed Rd Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Slow mornings

Cafés & coffee

Dough Koh Tao

Dough Koh Tao

4.9(4,362 reviews)· moderate

15 8, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

OLiVE HiDEOUT - KOH TAO

OLiVE HiDEOUT - KOH TAO

4.9(78 reviews)· moderate

35 108, ตำบล เกาะเต่า Koh Pha-agan, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84360, Thailand

Sunrise Specialty Coffee

Sunrise Specialty Coffee

4.9(577 reviews)· inexpensive

2 หมู่ 3 โฉลกบ้านเก่า, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Uncle Bew’s Cafe & Roastery

Uncle Bew’s Cafe & Roastery

4.9(452 reviews)· inexpensive

28, Sairee Rd, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Cactus Cafe & Beach Bar

Cactus Cafe & Beach Bar

4.5(1,078 reviews)· moderate

Sairee Beach, 3, 47 ตำบล เกาะเต่า Koh Tao, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84360, Thailand

Croissant & Ko

Croissant & Ko

4.9(2,198 reviews)· moderate

14 46, koh tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Blue Shark Brunch, Koh Tao

Blue Shark Brunch, Koh Tao

4.8(5,139 reviews)· moderate

9 25 หมู่1 เกาะเต่า Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Isla Brew

Isla Brew

4.8(608 reviews)· moderate

7, 29, Mae haad, Koh tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Hype Cafe Koh Tao

Hype Cafe Koh Tao

4.8(234 reviews)· moderate

1 26 ม.2 Koh Phangan - Koh Tao, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Sacred

Temples & shrines

วัดเกาะเจริญสันติธรรม

วัดเกาะเจริญสันติธรรม

4.8(61 reviews)

Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

พระธาตุเกาะเต่า

พระธาตุเกาะเต่า

4.3(6 reviews)

Unnamed Road 3RVP+8HJ, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Wat Tham Khao Tao

Wat Tham Khao Tao

4.4(2,179 reviews)

FX4J+Q25, Nong Kae, Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand

Wat Phra Chedi Laem Sor

Wat Phra Chedi Laem Sor

4.4(1,496 reviews)

Small, golden pagoda with ornate details in a serene oceanfront setting with a sandy beach.

CX69+MJM พระเจดีย์แหลมสอ ถนนแหลมเส็ด Thesaban Nakhon Ko Samui, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84140, Thailand

Pagoda

Pagoda

4.4(7 reviews)

3R8Q+P26, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Burmese Temple

Burmese Temple

4.3(4 reviews)

3R8Q+P27, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Wat Khao Tham

Wat Khao Tham

4.4(242 reviews)

Elevated Buddhist temple offering group meditation workshops, silent retreats & panoramic views.

P258+4G6, Ban Tai, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Burmese Buddha Temple

Burmese Buddha Temple

3.5(11 reviews)

3RVP+49P, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Wat Plai Laem

Wat Plai Laem

4.7(8,419 reviews)

Tranquil, colorful temple complex featuring a lake with an 18-armed statue of the goddess Guanyin.

Wat Plai Laem, 4171, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Shoreline

Beaches & bays

หาดทรายนวล

หาดทรายนวล

4.5(342 reviews)

Unnamed Road, 3RC8+WGM ตำบล เกาะเต่า อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand

Taa Toh Lagoon Beach

Taa Toh Lagoon Beach

4.4(274 reviews)

Chalok baan kao bay, Koh Tao, 3R7H+378 ตำบล เกาะเต่า อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand

Freedom Beach

Freedom Beach

4.2(1,689 reviews)

20 Moo 3, Koh Tao, อำเภอเกาะพะงัน สุราษฎร์ธานี 84280, Thailand

Sairee Beach

Sairee Beach

4.4(864 reviews)

Sairee Beach, Koh Pha-Ngan, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Sai Daeng Resort

Sai Daeng Resort

4.4(1,265 reviews)

Laid-back beachfront resort offering an outdoor pool & a hot tub, plus a bar & terrace dining.

46/9 Moo 3, Sai Daeng Beach, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Aow June Juea

Aow June Juea

4.6(625 reviews)

Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Ao Leuk

Ao Leuk

4.2(3,166 reviews)

3RCQ+RH3 เกาะเต่า Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani, Thailand

Mao Bay Beach

Mao Bay Beach

4.4(60 reviews)

3VR2+XC7, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani, Thailand

Haad Sai Daeng

Haad Sai Daeng

4.6(645 reviews)

เกาะเต่า 84280, Thailand

After dark

Night markets

Ao chalok landmark chill market

Ao chalok landmark chill market

2.3(3 reviews)

46 Tambon Ko Tao, koh tao Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Pantip Market

Pantip Market

4.5(3,943 reviews)

PX6P+VRW, Ko Pha-ngan, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Food Market

Food Market

4.2(9 reviews)

3RVH+HP6, Unnamed Road, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Lamai Night Market

Lamai Night Market

4.3(2,712 reviews)

139, 2, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand

Fruit Market

Fruit Market

4.3(60 reviews)

8/28 8/28 ตำบล เกาะเต่า, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Sunsea Minimart

Sunsea Minimart

4.2(36 reviews)

14/205 เกาะเต่า 0847786987 เหมียว Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Satu99 Green island (sairee branch)

Satu99 Green island (sairee branch)

5.0(80 reviews)

13, 1, Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Night Market, Cafe 'Vintage

Night Market, Cafe 'Vintage

4.4(905 reviews)

1, 18 Moo1, Tambon Ban Tai, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Mol's bar

Mol's bar

3.9(31 reviews)

4R3W+G6J, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani, Thailand

Shopping

Malls & retail

The iyara Souvenir Koh Tao

The iyara Souvenir Koh Tao

4.7(19 reviews)

9, 43, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

OLiVE HiDEOUT - KOH TAO

OLiVE HiDEOUT - KOH TAO

4.9(78 reviews)· moderate

35 108, ตำบล เกาะเต่า Koh Pha-agan, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84360, Thailand

Papa’s Drip

Papa’s Drip

4.8(16 reviews)

2 38 Koh Phangan - Koh Tao, Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Aukotan Store

Aukotan Store

4.3(27 reviews)

11/17-24, Koh Tao, Koh Pha-ngan, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84360, Thailand

ICONSIAM

ICONSIAM

4.7(59,798 reviews)

Vast, stylish mall with hundreds of high-end shops & restaurants, plus an indoor floating market.

299 Charoen Nakhon Rd, Khwaeng Khlong Ton Sai, Khet Khlong San, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10600, Thailand

Natural High Koh Tao

Natural High Koh Tao

4.5(536 reviews)· inexpensive

Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand

Ko Tao Center - เกาะเต่าเซ็นเตอร์

Ko Tao Center - เกาะเต่าเซ็นเตอร์

3.6(8 reviews)

1 111 Tambon Ko Tao, Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Blue Shark Brunch, Koh Tao

Blue Shark Brunch, Koh Tao

4.8(5,139 reviews)· moderate

9 25 หมู่1 เกาะเต่า Amphoe Ko Pha-ngan, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Exotic Koh Tao / The Hiden Place

Exotic Koh Tao / The Hiden Place

4.4(225 reviews)

3RXR+J99, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

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Did you know

Interesting facts

The island's name comes from the sea turtles that once inhabited its shores.
It's one of the most affordable places in the world to get certified as a scuba diver.
Koh Tao is a popular spot for rock climbing, with numerous granite boulders and cliffs.

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