Is Koh Tao Thailand safe?

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1. Is Koh Tao Thailand safe?
2. Is Koh Tao worth visiting?
3. Is Koh Tao expensive?
4. How do you get from Koh Tao to Thailand?
5. How many days do you need in Koh Tao?
6. What is Koh Tao known for?
7. Is Koh Tao a party island?
8. Can I take my car to Koh Tao?
9. Does Koh Tao have an airport?
10. Can you walk around Koh Tao?
11. Is there a car ferry to Koh Tao?
12. How do you get from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?
13. Why is Koh Tao called Death island?
14. Can cars go to Koh Tao?
15. Is Koh Samui a party island?
16. What is there to do in Koh Tao at night?
17. Can I take a car to Koh Phangan?
18. Can you take a car to Koh Samui?
19. Is there a red light district in Koh Samui?
20. Is Koh Samui or Phuket better?

Is Koh Tao Thailand safe?

Generally, we consider Koh Tao a safe destination to visit. Although there are instances of drugs, petty theft, corruption, and various tourist scams; crime can be found in most areas of the world. The fact is, the majority of trips to Koh Tao go as planned.

Is Koh Tao worth visiting?

Koh Tao is one of Thailand's most popular islands, especially for divers and snorkelers. But even if you don't dive yourself, visiting Koh Tao is definitely worth it. The island does not offer many classic sights, but all the more exciting activities.

Is Koh Tao expensive?

Koh Tao is more expensive than Koh Phangan, but it's still affordable. You can expect to pay a bit more in terms of accommodation.

How do you get from Koh Tao to Thailand?

4 good options:

1. Fly from Bangkok to Samui, then catch ferry to Koh Tao. Fastest most direct route. ...
2. Fly from Bangkok to Suratthani or Chumphon, then catch ferry to Koh Tao. ...
3. Joint Bus (Coach) + Ferry from Bangkok to Koh Tao. ...
4. Overnight Sleeper Train + Ferry from Bangkok to Koh Tao.

How many days do you need in Koh Tao?

Koh Tao is a small island and it's possible to walk about and explore most of it in 3–4 days.

What is Koh Tao known for?

Ko Tao is one of Thailand's most popular tourist spots. Although the Bangkok Post cannot decide if it receives 132,000 or three million visitors a year, it does receive a lot. The island is well known for scuba diving and snorkeling, as well as hiking, rock climbing, and bouldering.

Is Koh Tao a party island?

Yes, Koh Tao is a party island as it offers the best of Thailand's nightlife. ... Koh Tao, a beautiful island along the Gulf of Thailand is known for its stunning beaches, incredible marine life, a number of exciting water sports and amazing nightlife. Koh Tao is one of the most popular dive centers in Thailand.

Can I take my car to Koh Tao?

There are night ferry and car ferry to Ko Charoen Car Ferry (accepts foot passengers), both late and arrive on Koh Tao in the morning.

Does Koh Tao have an airport?

The nearest airport to Koh Tao is Koh Samui (USM) Airport which is 65.6 km away. Other nearby airports include Surat Thani (URT) (131.5 km) and Nakhon Si Thammarat (NST) (173.6 km). ... We recommend flying to Phuket (HKT) Airport, which is 277.9 km away from Koh Tao.

Can you walk around Koh Tao?

Koh Tao is a small island and it's possible to walk about and explore most of it in 3–4 days. The roads here are about 80% concrete, and the remainder is dirt track. The main roads are fairly new and wide and there are continuing roadworks around the island. ... Large open drainage ditches are on each side of the roads.

Is there a car ferry to Koh Tao?

You can reach them by taxi, bus, and some ferry services include a free Shuttle to the pier hotel in Chumphon or the train station of Chumphon, if you buy tickets there: Tha Yang Pier. ... There are night ferry and car ferry to Ko Charoen Car Ferry (accepts foot passengers), both late and arrive on Koh Tao in the morning.

How do you get from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

Lomprayah has a high-speed catamaran ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao. This is the quickest way to get from A to B as it takes between 1.5 hours to 1 hour 45 minutes. Leaving from the Paralan Pier at Maenam, they arrive at the Mae Haad Pier on the west coast of Koh Tao – the only ferry pier on the island.

Why is Koh Tao called Death island?

Koh Tao has already been struggling with a very bad reputation after the Koh Tao murders in September 2014 when a British couple was killed and left behind on Sairee Beach. From then on Ko Tao was nicknamed the murder island or the Death Island.

Can cars go to Koh Tao?

Indeed night ferries are the only option for taking cars onto Koh Tao.

Is Koh Samui a party island?

Is Koh Samui a party island? Koh Samui is an island where you go to party in style. With plenty of beach clubs, discos, lounge bars and beer bars, there is a lot to do once the sun has set.

What is there to do in Koh Tao at night?

8 Best places to enjoy Koh Tao nightlife In 2021

• Reef Sports Bar and Restaurant – of great food and live sports.
• AC Bar Beach Club – Pool parties at night.
• Queen's Cabaret – A vibrant stage performance.
• Coco Bar – Perfect vibe at night.
• Fishbowl Beach Bar – Paradise for youngsters.
• Pirate Bar – A quaint place to chill-out.

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Can I take a car to Koh Phangan?

Decision to arrive to Koh Phangan with a vehicle will narrow your options to few. There is only one company, Raja Ferry that delivers vehicles from Surat Thani to Koh Phangan. ... The ferry use Donsak pier, about one hour driving distance from Surat Thani. During the day, there are five ferries for each direction.

Can you take a car to Koh Samui?

Koh Samui is connected to mainland with Car Ferry services throughout the year. Seatran Ferry and Raya Ferry operate hourly departure from their piers in Don Sak in direction Samui from 05:00 till 19:00 every day of year. The boat trip takes about an hour and a half or so depending on the sea conditions.

Is there a red light district in Koh Samui?

It has two big red light district on Koh Samui. One is in Lamai and the other in Chaweng. Here women dance half-naked and are always in search for customers. You can go drinke just one beer or have a good time for money.

Is Koh Samui or Phuket better?

Both islands have some of the world's most beautiful beaches so traveler's choice will depend on their interests and what they want to get out of their holiday. For a social whirlwind or surfing, Phuket is the better choice. But for a relaxed holiday by the ocean or for snorkeling, Samui is the winner.