Koh Tao Travel Information

Koh Tao is 45-km north of Koh Samui and 40-km east of Chumphon on the mainland. The island is 21 square kilometers of rocks and coconut trees, surrounded by shallow beaches. The main town of Mae Haad is located on the west coast, and this is where most of the island's population have settled. North of Mae Haad is Sairee beach, which is the busiest beach with the widest choice of accommodation. South of Mae Haad and accessible by the only other sealed road is Ao Chalok Ban Kao, the second most popular beach. From Ao Chalok running anti clockwise there are numerous small bays with small bungalow resorts. However access by road can be difficult.