Ang Thong National Marine Park: Koh Samui
Ang Thong National Marine Park consists of 42 separate islands extending 102 km² from the coast of Surat Thani Province of Ko Samui. The islands are studded with rugged limestone hills, caves, sinkholes, remote villages, spotless beaches and spectacular inland lakes. Keep reading to discover more of the amazing Ang Thong.
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Angthong National Park is to take a ferry via Koh Samui or Phangan. Or you can book a private ferry!
Visiting Information
Entrance to the park has to be arranged by authorised tour operators. The best way to visit is to charter a tour boat; this can be done with a group or privately.
Accommodation
Park site accommodations are available, while the campsite is located on the main island of Ko Wua Ta. You can also stay in Samui, and in Chaweng; beach resorts are plentiful here with the likes of Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort among the top choices available.
Activities
Day trippers can engage in a range of activities, the most popular being canoeing, snorkelling, hiking and island tours. You will have to hire a private boat to take you on an island tour. Some of the main attractions are Wua Ta Lap Viewpoint, Bua Bok Cave and the islands of Ko Mae Ko and Ko Sam Sao.
