There are five islands that make up the Surin Islands named Koh Surin Nua, Koh Surin Tai, Koh Ri, Koh Kai, and Koh Klang. The two main islands in the group are Koh Surin Nua (Northern Surin Island) and Koh Surin Tai (Southern Surin Island). The islands are about 55 kilometres away from the Thai coastline heading towards Burma and are famed for being one of Thailand’s most relaxed and beautiful travel destinations. They are also renowned for having some of the best diving and snorkelling opportunities in the kingdom – particularly in the waters between the two islands. Between the two islands there are ten bays of which Ao Mae Yai is probably the best known and Ao Luk the most visited. Both Koh Surin Nua and Koh Surin Tai boast glorious white sand and crystal clear water surrounded by dense forest – a picture of paradise!
Details: The best time to visit the islands is November to April.
How to get there: There is ferry to the islands that leaves the dock on highway 4 (6 kilometres north of Kuraburi town between Takua Pa and Kapoe). The ferry takes around 4 hours to get to the islands. Travelling by boat Phang-Nga town takes around 13 hours and is therefore not recommended! There are a number of private agencies in the area where people can hire transportation for larger groups.
Contact: To book accommodation on the island of Koh Surin Nua contact the visitors' centre (076) 491-378.
Hotels in Phang-Nga
Restaurants and bars in the Surin Islands locality 
