Surat Thani, Thailand
Koh Tao
Where half of Asia learns to dive.
$–$$$$easy accesslow adventureBest: Feb–Apr / Jun–SepShoestring → Premium
Why go
Why this island
Small, steep and busy, with more dive schools per metre of sand than anywhere on earth — and quiet bays on the far side.
- The cheapest place in the world to certify as a diver.
- Easy, well-connected access from Bangkok.
- Boulder-strewn viewpoints and quiet northern bays.
At a glance
- Country
- Thailand
- Region
- Surat Thani
- Best season
- Feb–Apr / Jun–Sep
- Access
- easy
- Known for
- Dive courses, Viewpoints, Snorkelling, Night ferries