Koh Nangyuan is an island 70 km north of Koh Samui, Thailand. An hour and 30 minutes ride can reach it by speedboat, the fastest and most comfortable way to get there. This beautiful island is made up of three little teardrops of land interconnected by a long stripe of smooth white sandy beach, which is one of its most unique features.

Koh Nangyuan Island

Unsurprisingly, this island is often featured in the world’s top 10 most beautiful islands because it’s a place where postcard dreams are made. Koh Nang Yuan, covered in dense tropical rainforest, features some of the best snorkelling and diving sites. The marine life remains unspoiled and untouched.

One, in particular, is the Japanese Garden snorkel site, named so the coral below the surface represents the style of a Japanese Garden. It features a variety of friendly and colourful marine life at shallow depths, ideal for underwater photographs and free diving to take a closer look.

The beautiful wooden walkway.

Due to its tiny topography, Koh Nang Yuan is the perfect size for a day trip, which most tourists opt for. You also have the option to stay on the island at the Nang Yuan Resort, which is the only resort on the island; however, be reminded that it’s pretty pricey.The good thing is that you would get to wake up to totally abandoned beaches before the day-trippers arrive, which starts to get busy around 9:30 a.m. and virtually clears by 4:30 p.m. So, if you want some time on the island with a bit of solitude, arrive early or stay late.

View of Koh Nang Yuan Island, Thailand.

Ten meters from the shore of Koh Nang Yuan, you can climb a 50-meter steep staircase to capture the stunning view of the massive sandy beach that links the three gems together, along with the rippling turquoise water. The enchanting view you get from the viewpoint is a vista that graces postcards across the country and could also be the most beautiful view your eyes have ever laid on.

Conclusion

The hike up to the viewpoint of the three islands’ highest peak takes approximately 45 minutes. Once at the top, take some photos and return to Koh Nangyuan Island and your less than half a day trip is concluded.

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