Joanna James
Famed for the wild parties, buckets full of alcohol, and deafening music, it is not at all wrong if someone said that Koh Phangan is synonymous with Full Moon parties. Once out of the party scene, you will be amazed by the incredible sites the island has on offer that brings out the avid explorer in you.
Once the sun goes down and the darkness descends, the streets of Thong Sala become lively with countless local vendors who get together to line up their food stalls with a vast assortment of street food. From a variety of traditional Thai meals to falafel, noodles, fried potatoes, and many more, you certainly won't have any trouble satisfying your tastebuds. Stroll down the vibrant, bright-lit streets while taking in the night air of Koh Phangan and immerse yourself in a world of mouthwatering foods.
Have you ever wished that you could contest in a game show like Total Wipeout? Well, here's your chance to test your skills and limits by taking part in the massive water obstacle course at the Challenge Phangan. Enjoy the feeling of thrill and excitement as you make every effort to get through the challenging course full of rope swings, big red balls, and monkey bars. The experience of sheer adrenaline rush is just unbeatable and is something that everyone who visits Koh Phangan should enjoy.
With velvety white sand, swaying palm trees, and turquoise blue waters, Thong Nai Pan Beach is the exact picture-postcard beach you'd expect to see on a tropical Thai island. No matter how tight your itinerary is, squeeze at least a single day of beach fun, without which your trip to Koh Phangan will not be complete. Apart from the natural scenic beauty, Thong Nai Pan Beach has some of the best Koh Phangan villas, including the likes of Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas, which also makes for an ideal spot for your stay.
Nestled in the Namtok Than Sadet National Park right in the middle of the island, Phaeng Waterfall is one of the largest and most picturesque waterfalls on Koh Phangan. However, if you happen to visit the falls during the summer, you will see nothing but a few dried rocks. Even if you do visit in the summer, you can still enjoy the adventurous trek that leads to the falls and the astonishing views from the viewpoint just uphill from the waterfall.
If you want to get out of the beaches and unleash the avid adventurer in you, hike up the mountain Khao Ra. At a towering height of 627 metres, Khao Ra is the highest mountain on Koh Phangan. The trail up to the top will definitely be a tiring journey, but it will be totally worth it once you get to soak up the magnificent views.
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