KOH YAO NOI PARADISE HOTEL DRIVERS

Just a few doors down on the street is what locals regard as one of the best restaurants on the island. It was under construction when we visited but if you walk towards the last cafe on the right called The Rest Calm, you can lie back in a hammock and snooze or lie back on the cushions and sip an iced coffee or tea (or try the soy milk, it's nutty and delicious). Past the coconut farm, head towards Tha Tondo Pier. It's also a place if you're looking for Italian food, coffee or gelato. They weren't in season when we visited but we were more than content with a delicious fresh papaya shake and an iced coffee. Or head even further north to the northernmost inhabited tip of the island towards Cocobella where the coconut palms grow, you can stop and walk the view of the islands in the distance (including James Bond Island) while enjoying a fresh coconut grown at Cocabella's coconut plantation. Look for the coconut trees and the staff will wave you in. Number 2: Drink Fresh Coconut Juice.Īround the west of the island is coconut farm where you can watch them harvest coconuts. There are also side car scooters available for 600THB although these are a little less safe especially around the gently curving roads - we witnessed an accident involving tourists where they tipped over because they were going too fast around a corner and lost control.

KOH YAO NOI PARADISE HOTEL DRIVERS

The locals are considerate drivers and it's an easy island to navigate with one main road circling the island. The hotel we were staying at Cape Kudu has a gentleman who will rent scooters for 300THB a day right outside the hotel and that includes enough gas for a day's touring (if you need more you can fill it up yourself at a low cost of around 1 litre/20THB). Scootering is easy and you don't need a scooter or motorbike license. To get around and see this incredible island go by scooter (although Mr NQN will argue a bike is better). Within 5 minutes of exploring a rambutan seller drove past us saying 'Sawasdee-ka!' and everyone is smile ready. The predominantly Muslim population are wonderfully friendly and sweet. But while everyone works to keep its small island community vibe, that doesn't mean that they aren't welcoming to strangers. Or maybe it's the vibe which is like Thailand 20 years ago. Perhaps it's the temperature which is a little less humid, less rainy and more pleasant due to the island's expansive coastline. There's something romantic about this tiny island. Step back in time on this dreamy Thai island and one of my favourite destinations in Thailand. Sure you can follow the well trodden paths but there's so much more to discover here with hidden local gems. Allow the serene beauty of the surroundings to envelop you as you soak in the peaceful ambiance of the island’s interior.Koh Yao Noi is a postage stamp sized jungle island just 30 minutes from Phuket that holds countless treasures.

Wherever your wanderings take you, you’ll find yourself immersed in a captivating world of abundant jungle scenery. Enjoy a vintage sidecar experience dashing through a rubber plantation and learn batik painting and tie dye. Take a cruise on a long tail boat to a natural sand bank for a twilight candlelit dinner. Drift along mangrove canals in a kayak as eagles soar above. Trek up 400 steps to a phenomenal 360-degree viewpoint. Venture off the beaten track to tranquil Hong Island to discover a small white sandy beach with a crystal-clear lagoon. Alternatively, dive enthusiasts can explore the captivating underwater world. Renting a kayak allows you to embark on an exciting journey to Koh Nok. This picturesque beach is home to the mesmerising Koh Yao Yai sandbank, a remarkable natural wonder that unveils breathtaking curvaceous patterns in the surrounding ocean.įor families looking for adventure, there’s an array of thrilling options to choose from. Among them, Laem Had Beach stands out as the island’s most renowned destination, situated on its northern peninsula. Unfolding over a kilometre of golden beach, this Phuket luxury resort is the height of tranquillity, spaciousness and luxury just a 45-minute boat ride from Phuket and 20 minutes from Krabi. Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas sits on a lush island in the middle of Phang Nga Bay, where limestone islets dot the horizon in every direction.

Koh yao noi paradise hotel