Koh Tan
เกาะแตน
A quiet small island south of Koh Samui, with a long white sand beach, coconut palms, and nearby coral reefs suitable for snorkeling. It is often combined with Koh Madsum for a half-day island-hopping trip.
Koh Tan lies about 5 km off the south coast of Koh Samui. It is somewhat larger than Koh Madsum, to its west. The island has only a few villagers and simple holiday huts, and it retains the calm that Koh Samui had before development. Its long eastern beach has shallow, clear water, and the nearby coral reef hosts tropical fish. It is a common snorkeling stop on southern island-hopping tours. The island also has a small Buddhist temple and a few seaside restaurants. Longtail boats from Thong Krut Pier take about 20–30 minutes. Trips usually go together with Koh Madsum as a half-day charter, and package tours with snorkeling gear are also available. There are no ATMs on the island, so bring enough cash and sun protection.
Opening hours
Daytime (depends on ferry schedule)
Nearby sights
- Koh Madsum
- Wat Khunaram
- Na Muang Waterfall
- Wat Sila Ngu (Wat Ratchathammaram)
- Lipa Noi Beach
- Hin Ta & Hin Yai (Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks)
- Secret Buddha Garden (Magic Garden)
- Lamai Beach