When the full moon party is over and the sun has set on Had Rin you'll be surprised to find how much more Koh Phangan has on offer. As a natural paradise island in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Phangan serves as the perfect getaway retreat; relaxing on quiet deserted beaches, snorkelling and learning to dive at the distinctive island of Koh Maa - a protected National Marine Park; trekking in the footsteps of Thai Royalty at Than Sadet National Park steeped in history and culture; seeking adventure in the nearby Ang Thong archipelago composed of over 40 islands endowed with pristine beaches, natural caves and the tranquil Tha Laem Nai - the salt water blue lagoon lake featured in The Beach movie by Alex Garland. It seems that whatever it is you are looking for, there’s something here for everyone.

Koh Phangan    Oceanus resort is located in the west coast of Koh Phangan at Thong Sala beach, a 2-km stretch of white sand. Thong Sala is the largest community on Koh Phangan with the main port where most boats from Koh Samui, Koh Tao and Suratthani dock. Sri Kantang beach Rin beach Thong Nai Pan Noi beach Yao beach    Lying off the coast of Suratthani Province in the Southern Gulf of Thailand, Koh Phangan is the one in an archipelago of Angthong National Marine Park. Koh Phangan is approximately 168 square kilometers, 70 kms away from the mainland and approximately 12 kms away from Koh Samui which acts as the main air-link to Koh Phangan. Thong Sala beach Monkey working Coconut factory Full moon party    Koh Phangan island offers so much more than a simple beach holiday with unspoiled shallow corals, wonderful waterfalls, stunning islands, tropical coastal rainforest, and ancient cultures. There is a range of exiting tours and excursions to help you to discover the amazes that the gulf of Thailand has to offer. Koh Maa Sunset at Thong Sala Walk trekking Pang waterfall    Places of interest consist of ancient southern-style temples and pagodas, many waterfalls such as Thansadej waterfall where the Majesty, King Rama V Chulalongkorn visited for 14 times and also have been visited by the King Rama VI Vajiravudh, King Rama VII Prapokklao, and the present King Phumibol. Spotted coral grouper Giant clam Elephant trekking Harlequin Sweetlip    There are many excellent dive sites especially around the uninhabited islands of Angthong Marine Park, also opportunities for snorkeling and sea kayaking. For those who prefer active options on land, Trekking to a wide is the best choice of captivating view point, elephant trek, and riding.