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 Smallest
and most distant of the Samui archipelago islands that offer accommodation,
Ko Tao, “Turtle Island” lies 45 km. north of Ko Pha-ngan
and has its own distinct attractions. Largely mountainous, the island
is distinguished by a 28-km. shoreline studded by lovely little
bays, while beyond stretch some 8 kIn. of undisturbed coral reefs.
Because Ko Tao lies about a fi ve-hour boat ride from Ko Pha-ngan
- and pretty much the same from the mainland - it has little casual
tourism and is best known as a scuba diving destination. With exceptional
underwater visibility, rich marine life and a variety of sites for
all levels of profi ciency, it offers some of the fi nest offshore
diving in the whole of Thailand.
Another excellent dive site is the pretty little island of Ko Nang
Yuan, which lies just off the northwest coast of Ko Tao. A dive
resort on the island provides good facilities for such a small island
hideaway.
Ko Nang Yuan, Surat Thani |
