Koh Tao Attractions and Activities

Koh Tao is world renowned for its scuba diving and diving sights. It is and always have been the main activity on the island. Chumphorn Pinnacle, Sail Rock and Shark Island, all within a few kilometers off Koh Tao is some of the most famous and frequented dive spots with visibility as far as 40 meters. If diving is your thing, Koh Tao bungalows is your best option.

Scuba Diving and snorkeling around Koh Tao
	At Chumphon Pinnacle you are very likely to see reef sharks, Sea Turtles and an abundance of tropical fish and coral. Given the shallow and calm water around the island, snorkeling is also a big activity among visitors. You can snorkel from almost any beach on the island especially Sairee Beach. Mango Bay, Rocky Bay, Hin Wang Bay and Nangyuan guarantee beautiful underwater scenes for snorkeling. Many professional dive centers exist on Koh Tao offering certified Padi courses to beginners to several daily excursions for open water divers.

Boat Trips around Koh Tao
	Attractions and activities on Koh Tao is not limited to scuba and snorkeling only. If exploring the depths of the Gulf of Thailand is not your thing, organize a boat trip via most Koh Tao resorts, with one of the tourist centers on the island or directly with one of the long tail boat operators. The view of the island from a boat is awe inspiring and a relaxed way of viewing or even stopping at the many bays and beaches around the island.

Kayaking around Koh Tao
	Rent a kayak and take a surprisingly easy cruise at your own time and leisure and view the rock formations cascading into the sea.

Koh Tao Water Sports
	Waterski, wakeboarding and taking out mini catamarans are on the agenda for the extremists among us. It is an awesome feeling gliding across the warm water in such an idyllic environment.

Koh Tao Hiking
	Like most islands, Koh Tao is mountainous with steep Hills and forest making it ideal for a few hours hiking. Though much smaller than even Koh Phangan, start early in the morning and take lots of water.

Koh Tao Rock Climbing
	Koh Tao has so many huge boulders and cliffs that it was unavoidable that rock climbing would become popular. Zen Gecko provides training and equipment.

Koh Tao Spa Treatments
	Of all the wonderful things to do on Koh Tao, this is one no visitor should miss. Several Spas’ exist on Koh Tao. Upon visiting the island, see which one is to your fancy and have all your aches and pains pampered to your heart’s content.

Koh Tao Nightlife
	Sairee Beach is where it’s happening at night. Bars and clubs, some with live bands and others with some of the best DJ’s on the planet will make your rib cage vibrate. Some of the most popular spots include Touch Bar, The Deck, Dry Bar, Dragon Bar and Maya Bar. Just strolling up and down the beach at night is enough to keep you entertained.

Fire throwers, jugglers, music and people are thrown together and make you wish you can stay forever. Most of the bars and dance spots are on the beach and some on the mountain tops.