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(Ao Hin Khok; beers from 70B)
This busy beachfront bar comes with a
moo·ay tai
ring, although
the days of drunk foreigners getting battered by the locals are long gone. Instead, you get
DJs and lots of whisky and vodka/Red Bull buckets.
BAR
Ao Prao Resort
(Ao Prao; drinks from 90B; )
On the sunset-side of the island, there's a lovely sea-view res-
taurant perfect for a sundowner. You'll need private transport to reach it.
Information
There are several ATMs on Ko Samet, including those near the Na Dan pier, Ao Wong
Deuan and Ao Thian.
Ko Samet Health Centre
( 0 3861 1123; 8.30am-9pm Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4.30pm Sat & Sun)
On the main
road between Na Dan and Hat Sai Kaew. On-call mobile numbers are posted for after-
hours emergencies.
sunrise-sunset)
Has another office on Ao
National Parks Main Office
(btwn Na Dan & Hat Sai Kaew;
Wong Deuan.
Police Station
( 1155)
On the main road between Na Dan and Hat Sai Kaew. There's a sub-
station on Ao Wong Deuan.
Getting There & Away
Ko Samet is accessed via the mainland piers in Ban Phe. There are dozens of piers each
used by different ferry companies, but they all charge the same fares (one way/return 70/
100B, 40 minutes, hourly 8am to 5pm) and dock at Na Dan, the main pier on Ko Samet.
The last boat back to the mainland leaves at 6pm.
If you're staying at Ao Wong Deuan or further south, catch a ferry from the mainland
directly to the beach (one way/return 90/140B, one hour, three daily departures).
Speedboats charge 200B one way and will drop you at the beach of your choice, but
they only leave when they have enough passengers.
Getting Around
Ko Samet's small size makes it a great place to explore on foot. A network of dirt roads
connects most of the western side of the island.
