Holiday rentals and lettings in Koh Phangan

Koh Phangan is a paradise on many levels. The beautiful island in southeast Thailand is most known for its monthly Full Moon Party where visitors come from all four corners of the earth to the shores of Sunrise Beach in Koh Phangan to dance and socialize the night away. Aside from parties, Koh Phangan is also known for its pristine white-sand beaches, crystal blue waters, and palm-fringed shorelines. The island is not overly developed, and postcard-worthy beaches can be found all along its rim. Spend your time in Koh Phangan beach hopping, snorkeling, chasing waterfalls, and relaxing under the sun.

Relax in paradise with a holiday rental in Koh Phangan. The island boasts a fine selection of holiday rentals fitted with customised features and amenities, with a little something for every type of traveller. Treat yourself to a bit of luxury with a beach front rental with a private swimming pool and a sun deck with lounge chairs. Opt for a rental tucked away in nature with a large garden and plenty of privacy. Several rentals are situated just steps away from the many white-sand beaches. Oversized rentals are available for large groups and families with options designed to comfortably accommodate up to 12 people. With so many idyllic rentals available in Koh Phangan, you’ll be sure to find one suited perfectly to your travel needs.

The island of Koh Phangan is 65 kilometres from the mainland, and the majority of visitors arrive to the island by aeroplane via Koh Samui Airport. From the airport you can use a taxi or a private shuttle to reach your holiday rental. You can also take a speed boat to reach the island from Koh Samui which only takes around 30 minutes.

To properly get around Koh Phangan requires some form of motorized transportation because the island spans a vast area and is not walkable. The most popular option is to hire a scooter or a motorbike, but do be aware of the risks involved in this and avoid it if you have never operated a scooter or a motorbike before. The second most popular option for getting around Koh Phangan is to use a taxi, which is relatively inexpensive and widely available.

Couples can enjoy a wide range of fun activities in Koh Phangan. Treat yourselves to some much deserved rest and relaxation with a couple’s massage. Revive Massage and Kanda Massage are two of the best and most highly rated massage companies on the island. Also, learn how to make delicious Thai dishes with your partner with private cooking lessons. Under the instruction of a friendly local Thai chef, you can learn how to make your favourite Thai meals like Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Chicken Satay, and more! The Phangan Cooking Class and C&M Culture Centre are both excellent cooking schools to go with.

Koh Phangan is home to some world-class dive sites, making it a haven for experienced or beginner divers. Go to Sail Rock, Koh Ma, Samran Pinnacle, and Southwest Pinnacle. You can do an organised diving trip with a variety of agencies around the island, but Haad Yao Divers and Sail Rock Divers are two of the top-rated options on Koh Phangan. Beginners can inquire about PADI certification courses here as well. If you prefer not to dive, you can still experience the colourful underwater world of Koh Phangan with a snorkeling trip!

Koh Phangan offers a multitude of incredible, world-class beaches with turquoise water, coconut palms, and powdery white sands. For an unspoilt, isolated beach without any of the crowds, go to Leela Beech. The popular Srithanu beach boasts a stunning stretch of white sandy shoreline lined with restaurants, bars, and shops. For something ultra-unique, you can even walk to the offshore island of Koh Ma when the tide is low at Haad Mae Beach!

Khao Ra is the highest peak of Koh Phangan, offering stellar views of the island and coastline from above. To reach the peak, you’ll need to embark on a somewhat-leisurely, but somewhat-challenging 3-hour round-trip hike. The views from the top really do make it all worth it! Just be sure to wear proper footwear and to bring plenty of water.

One of the best ways to explore the picturesque coastline of Koh Phangan is to hire kayaks and spend some hours peacefully paddling along the shoreline. You can start at any beach, as most of the waters are calm and easy to launch a kayak. Just be sure to go when there are plenty of daylight hours left, so you don’t get lost in the dark, and bring plenty of sunscreen and water.

If you love trying new food, especially new Thai foods, be sure not to miss out on a visit (or two, or three) to the Thong Sala Night Market. Open each evening, this lively night market is a sight to behold with its many food stalls and locals selling unique eats. You can find a little bit of everything here, from fish, to international foods, noodles, Thai classics, and more! Spend some time browsing the various kiosks and sampling everything that tickles your fancy.

If you love waterfalls, you’re in luck. There are several stunning waterfalls that you can easily reach around the island. To see the biggest and most scenic waterfall on the island, visit Paeng Waterfall. To reach these cascades, you’ll walk along a path that leads through a lush jungle and pops out at the popular overlook point of Dom Sila Viewpoint. Another waterfall worth visiting is Than Sadet Waterfall where you can enjoy a lovely dip in the natural pools at the bottom of the falls.