Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Pha-Ngan offer
scuba trips
to the park, although Ang Thong doesn't offer the world-class
diving that can be found around Ko Tao and Ko Pha-Ngan.
Due to tumultuous petrol prices, tour companies tend to come and go like the wind.
Ask at your accommodation for a list of current operators.
Sleeping
Ang Thong does not have any resorts; however, on Ko Wua Talap the national park has
set up five bungalows, each housing between two and eight guests. Campers are also al-
lowed to pitch a tent in certain designated zones. Online bookings are possible, although
customers must forward a bank deposit within two days of making the reservation. For
advance reservations contact the
National Parks Services
(
0 7728 6025;
www.dnp.go.th
; bungalows
500-1400B)
.
Getting There & Around
The best way to reach the park is to take a private day tour from Ko Samui or Ko Pha-
Ngan (28km and 32km away, respectively). The islands sit between Samui and the main
pier at Don Sak; however, there are no ferries that stop off along the way.
The park officially has an admission fee (adult/child 400/200B), although it should be
included in the price of every tour (ask your operator if you are unsure). Private boat
charters are also another possibility, although high petrol prices will make the trip quite
expensive.
