Finding the ideal untouched Thai island with footprint-free sand is rare…until you come to Koh Yao Noi…one of a pair of large islands in the Ko Yao Archipelago in the middle of Phang Nga Bay, between Phuket and the Krabi. Ko Yao Noi meaning ‘Small Long Island’, is larger and more developed than its counter-part Koh Yao Yai. Once inhabited by Sea Gypsies (Moken people), the present day 3,500-plus inhabitants of Koh Yao Noi are believed to be migrants from the Malay Peninsula. Get a sense of time-standing still, with the islands laid-back feel and locals seen chatting or enjoying a siesta in the afternoon under salas or in hammocks. The east coast has many lovely beaches, while the west is covered in rice fields and lined with mangroves. Take a day trip to the amazing ‘Koh Hong’…the stunning rocks facing the island or enjoy kayaking or snorkeling in the pristine waters. Venture on motorbikes or tuk-tuk to visit local shops, few restaurants and bars along the coastline.
The island is between Phuket, Krabi and Phang-Nga Bay. It lies 42 kilometers south of the mainland of Phang-Nga Province. The bay has an area of 141,067 square kilometers, consisting of 44 islands. The two most important of these islands are Koh Yao Noi (Little Long Island) and Koh Yao Yai (Big Long Island).
Koh Yao Noi, or “Small Long Island”, sits halfway between Phuket and Krabi in the middle of Phang Nga Bay. Found just a 30-minute speedboat trip away from Phuket, Yao Noi’s tight-knit local Muslim community has led the island along a more low-impact, peaceful development path than its rowdy island neighbour.
Koh Yao – When To Go
Best Time for Good Weather:December to March
Best Time for Diving: November to April
Best Time for Relax: April to November
Best Time for Sightseeing: December to March
Best Time for Honeymoon: December to April
Best Time for Saving Money:September and October
The Itinerary
Day 1 – (Lunch, Dinner)
09.00 hrs Pick up at the airport or hotel in Phuket. Transfer to Bang Rong Pier for take a ferry to Koh Yao Noi
10.00 hrs Depart from the pier to Koh Yao Noi
10.30 hrs Pick up at The Manoh Pier by Tuk Tuk to sightseeing around Koh Yao Noi to visit a local style and lunch at Local Restaurant.
14.00 hrs Check in at the hotel. Relax by pleasure.
18.00 hrs Diner at the hotel
Day 2 – (Breakfast, Lunch)
06.30 hrs Breakfast at the hotel and check out before a day tour.
08.30 hrs Take a long tail boat to sightseeing around Hong Island, Lading Island and Pak Bia Island.
12.30 hrs Picnic Lunch on the beach
14.30 hrs Transfer back to Koh Yao Noi
15.30 hrs Transfer to the pier to take a ferry back to Phuket
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