In Malay the word ‘tarutao’ gives the meaning of mysterious, ancient and primordial, at present Ko Taruroa in Thailand gives the perfect meaning to its original word. It was where once over 3000 convicted criminals were kept prisoners in 1930’s and 1940’s. Ko Tarutao is a tranquil destination and ideal to get away from the hustle and bustle of the hectic day to day lifestyle. It is secluded with untouched beauty and a pristine beach enclosed with crystal clear water that is serene enough to grab the attention of many tourists from around the globe. This is the exact location where the popular reality T.V show “The Survivor” was shot in, which gives you a lovely picture of this place at an instant. Ko Tarutao was protected as a Marine Park 1974 because it is home to a huge number of wildlife especially those who are at threat.
