Tourist Attractions in Koh Yao District

Koh Yao District consists of a group of islands with beautiful beaches in Phang-nga Bay.there are all together 44 islands. The two most important islands are;


- Yao Yai Island : This is the biggest island in Koh Yao District. There are many beaches on the island,such as Tikud Bay,Klong Sorn Bay,Lo Pa Raed Beach,and Laem Nok-ok. Lo Pier is an important pier on Yao Yai Island. The water at the Pier is sparkling clear with school of fish swimming around. Visitors can also see how the local villagers make dried anchovies, a famous product of the island. On Yao Yai are inexpensive bungalows for rent along with home - stay ( tel.0-1270-2533 ) programs with local villagers in order to learn their lifestyle.Visitors can also rent a long - tail boat to go snorkeling at Khai Nok and Khai Nai island.

- Yao Noi Island : Koh Yao District administrative office is located on this island. There are many beautiful beaches, such as Pa Sai Beach and Tha Khao Beach. There ard resorts,inexpensive bungalows,or home-stay programs available on the island. Visitors can also rent a boat from Yao Noi to " Pa Koh " ,numerous small islands, such as Lao Ka lao Island,Lao La Ding Island, etc.,or to Hong Island in Krabi. For more information, Please contact Koh Yao Noi Ecotourism Club tel.0-7659-7428,0-7659-7244.


Apart from the beautiful nature on Yao Yai and Yao Noi islands,visitors can find handicraft made by the local housewives such as fish-scale flowers, flowers made from leaves of Para rubber trees,dried anchovies,shrimp paste,etc.