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Koh Surin National Park travel guide
Guide me through Koh surin National Park
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Koh Surin National Park
This superb national park is stunning above and below water. Mu Koh Surin National Park is formed by two main islands, Ko Surin Nea in the north and Ko Surin Thai in the south. Absorb unspoiled natural beauty, take a swim in crystal clear water, or relax on powder sandy beaches while living your camping adventure on these beautiful islands.
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Travel information about Koh Surin National Park
Good to Know
When you arrive at Ko Surin, the usual drop-off point is at Ao Kong Khad, which is southwest of the northern island of Ko Surin Nea. If you want to go further northwest to Ao Mai Ngnam, remember to inform the boat crew beforehand. It’s just a short longtail boat trip from the drop-off point.
Ao Kong Khad has a visitor center, restaurant, shop, campsite, and cottages. You can get camping equipment, snorkeling gear, and half-day tours at the reception. A more beautiful campsite can be found at Ao Mai Ngnam, which also offers a visitor center, shop, restaurant, and group cottages.
Keep in mind that there are no ATMs on the islands, so make sure to bring enough cash. Thai baht needs to be converted into the park’s currency (1:1) at the park reception in order to make purchases in the shops and restaurants. There is also a per-person park fee that must be paid upon arrival at the Surin Islands, payable at the park reception.
Due to the secluded nature of the Surin Islands, expect poor mobile connection and limited WiFi. However, you can find power plugs in the restaurant to charge your phone or camera. Please note that alcohol is not allowed on the island. Additionally, refrain from setting foot in the restricted areas of Ko Surin Nuea (except the camping area) and Ko Surin Tai (except for the Moken village).
Dive and snorkel guide for Koh Surin National Park
Dive & snorkel Guide
Considered to be one of Asia’s best diving and snorkeling destinations, Koh Surin National Park offers an incredible underwater world waiting to be discovered. Whale sharks, moray, angel fish, surgeon fish, sea turtles, and sharks call the islands home. Here’s a short dive and snorkel guide:
- Ko Satok: home to tropical fish
- Ko Torinla: shark sightings, home to longfin batfish
- Ao Pak Khad: shark sightings, pristine coral reef
- Ao Mai Yai: coral reef Ko Pachumba: coral reef
- Ao Sab Pa Rod: coral reef Ao Tao: coral reef, turtle sightings
more fun activities in Koh surin national park
more to explore
The emerald waters of Surin Islands invite visitors to enjoy a swim or relax on the beautiful white sand beaches. At Mai Ngam Bay on Ko Surin Nea, you can find an exceptional beach to visit.
You can also explore the Moken culture by visiting the local Moken village on Ko Surin Thai, which is built on wooden stilts. The Koh Surin Islands are home to the Moken people, who are nomadic sea people with Indonesian ancestry. They have their own language, culture, and form of government.
Transportation tips for Koh Surin National park
Getting There
To reach the national park from Phuket, you can take a ferry or speedboat from Khura Buri Pier in the Patong neighborhood. Alternatively, boats to Surin Islands also depart from Amphoe Kapoe Pier in Ranong province on the mainland. Please note that boats do not operate during the rainy season.
If you’re leaving from Ao Mai Ngnam on Surin Islands, be sure to check the schedule for the boat transfer from point 2 to point 1 before boarding a speedboat or ferry to your next destination.