Ang Thong Islands
The islands of Ang Thong Marine National Park
are about 50 islands in southern Thailand about 30 km (20 m) from Koh Samui. Most are uninhabited and were saved from development because the area was used by the Thai Navy before being granted the status of national park. The islands are a dream for any photographer, with limestone cliffs, tropical vegetation, caves, hidden lagoons, white sandy beaches, coral reefs and jellyfish. The headquarters of the national park is on the island of Ko Wua Ta Lap. Popular activities include kayak tours of Ko Samui, the best way to see the islands and discover the best spots for snorkeling. It is also possible to hire boats from here, giving you greater freedom to explore this gorgeous area, at your own pace. Some of the islands have paths that lead through the forest, beautiful untouched peaks, providing a panoramic view of the archipelago, with its steep rocky islands and stunning. Not to be missed is saltwater lake situated on top of a mountain known as the “inland sea” on Ko Mae Ko. Surrounded by vertical cliffs, is a tiring climb to see the lake, but it was worth the effort as you look down at the beautiful emerald green water. Ko Samui, Ko Phangan and Ko Tao are three beautiful in Gulf of Thailand very close to this beautiful archipelago. Don’t forget to take a sea-kayak and snorkel around the coral reefs. The best of Angthong Island sis the saltwater emerald lake on Ko Mae Koh. Hotels in Ko Samui
How to get Ang Thong Islands: You can hire a tour in Ko Samui.
Where is Angthong Islands
Ang Thong Island on the map
A hint of mystical lagoon
The 41 island and islets around Ko Samui, which form the Ao Thong National Marine Park (or Ang Thong) are a kayaker’s dream. This is the setting for the novel by Alex Garland’s “The Beach”, is easy to believe that a mystical pond can be found here. Doing a tour from Ko Samui, try to rent a boat and explore the little hidden treasures here.