Ko Pha Ngan travel guide
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You're Going to Love Ko Pha Ngan
With a population of 11,846, Ko Pha Ngan is a must-see destination in Surat Thani, Thailand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Ko Pha Ngan deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Ko Pha Ngan
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ko Pha Ngan in April, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 27 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 527 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Ko Pha Ngan, with an average rainfall of 33 mm.
How to Get to Ko Pha Ngan
Plane
When flying to Ko Pha Ngan, you’ll arrive at Ko Samui (USM), which is located 12 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Ko Pha Ngan from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 15h 30m.
Car
Another option to get to Ko Pha Ngan is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 167 miles from Ko Pha Ngan. You’ll find branches of THAIRENTACAR and Hertz, among others, in Phuket City.
Airlines serving Ko Pha Ngan
Where to stay in Ko Pha Ngan
From 5-star hotels such as the Kupu Kupu Phangan Beach Villas & Spa by L'Occitane to great affordable options like the Phuwadee Resort, Ko Pha Ngan offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 3,170 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 14,288 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Phangan Barsay Hostel and Mai Pen Rai Bungalows.
Where to stay in popular areas of Ko Pha Ngan
Most booked hotels in Ko Pha Ngan
Hiring a car in Ko Pha Ngan
Expect to pay ₹ 109 per litre in Ko Pha Ngan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,310 and ₹ 1,747. The most frequently booked car type in Ko Pha Ngan is Standard (Toyota Innova or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.