Koh Tao literally translates as 'Turtle Island' and for good reason.
Sea turtles are abundant around it's shores and each year Turtles are
released into the wild by the local marine life agency.
Koh Tao is the smallest in a chain of 3 islands in The Gulf of Thailand,
which also include the much bigger Koh Samui and Koh Phangnan. The island is
only separated by an hour and a half high speed ferry ride and therefore
easily accessible throughout the year.
Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan are 2 small rocky islands under Amphoe Koh
Phangan and located at the direction northwest of Koh Phangan. Unspoiled and
undisturbed lately by tourists, the islands earn its reputations for
underwater resources, unique beautiful bays and coves and coral garden under
the crystal sea which give the good promising outlook for sea sport
activities.
Accommodations in the form of huts and bungalows are provided on these
two islands. To reach Koh Tao economically is by boat that leaves from Surat
Thani and Koh Phangan. Boats are also available for Koh Tao from Tha Yang
Pier, Chumphon. And to reach Koh Nang Yuan, boats are available from Koh
Tao.
