Paradise Unveiled: Journeying from Phuket to Phangan

Koh Phangan Beyond the Full Moon Party: Markets & Travel

If you associate Koh Phangan solely with the renowned Full Moon Party, it's time to reconsider your perspective. Koh Phangan, the 5th largest island in Thailand, is not just about these famous gatherings.

When you're in Koh Phangan, make sure to visit Thong Sala Night Market. It is primarily a food haven. Don't miss the opportunity to savor the delectable seafood offerings.

For those in search of unique presents and souvenirs, Chatuchak Market is the place to be. This expansive market offers items you won't typically find in America or Europe.

Thong Sala serves as the island's capital and boasts the primary ferry port. Given that Koh Phangan lacks its own airport, it primarily relies on ferries connecting it to Koh Samui and the mainland.

The nearest airport is situated in Koh Samui, offering flights from Phuket, Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Chiang Mai, and Kuala Lumpur. Transportation to the ferry pier can be conveniently arranged at Koh Samui's airport, where numerous ferry operators depart several times a day.

If you plan to attend the Full Moon Party or explore the enchanting Thong Nai Pan on Ko Pha Ngan, you'll likely need to take a bus and ferry combo from Surat Thani or travel from Phuket to the island of Koh Phangan. High Speed Ferry tickets can be easily acquired through operators like Phantip Travel.

From Phuket to Koh Phangan by minivan/bus + ferry

There is no direct way to Koh Phangan from Phuket. When you travel from Phuket to Koh Phangan, you need to take a bus or a minivan to reach the pier. Then you take the ferry from Phuket to Koh Phangan’s pier, Thong Sala Pier.

From Phuket’s airport to Thong Sala Pier

You can book a private taxi or minivan to take you from Phuket’s airport to Blue Canyon. Where you can take another minivan or a bus to reach Tapee Pier in Surat Thani town.

From Phuket Town to Thong Sala Pier

If you’re at or near Phuket town this route is for you. You will take the bus from Vichit in Phuket town to start your ride to Tapee Pier in Surat Thani. And from Surat Thani’s pier, you’ll get on a ferry to take you straight to Koh Phangan.

From Phuket New Bus Station to Thong Sala Pier

In this route, the bus will take you from Phuket New Bus Station to Donsak Pier near Surat Thani.

Best time to visit

The quietest months are April to June, it’s an ideal time to visit for low accommodation prices and safer roads.

The best time to visit the island is during December to March, when the water is high, clean and good for swimming.

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