The Chatuchak weekend market is a very popular attraction for all visiting Bkk.
Fortunately, vegans will be able to experience real Thai dishes, street food style, with great assortment for incredibly low prices, thank the Vegetarian Society food court located just across the street from the famous market.
The place is a little hard to find, follow the GPS location for accuracy.
The Vegetarian Society Chatuchak – ชมรมมังสวิรัติ สาขาจตุจักร Vegan Food Court Address: (hard to find, use GPS location to help) 586/26 Kamphaeng Phet, 1 Alley, Chatuchak, Bangkok (GPS: 13.799487,100.547160) Address in Thai: 586/26 ซอย กำแพงเพชร 1 แขวง จตุจักร เขต จตุจักร กรุงเทพมหานคร BTS(skytrain): Mo Chit, Sukhumvit line, exit 1 (15 min walk) MRT: Chatuchak Park station, Blue line, exit 1 (15 min walk)
Open from 6 am to 2 pm, closed on Mondays.
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There are several ways you can complete a trip from Krabi to Bangkok, today we’ll show you how to do it by bus. Options: There are 2 kinds of buses, the normal 45 seater and the VIP that seats 26 people.
VIP buses are basically the same price as a flight to Bkk if you buy in advance. Yet, to and from the airport you’ll probably add up the costs with taxi fees, where to and from the bus terminals public transportation can be used. The VIP is also a great choice for those who want to avoid flights or enjoy the scenery a bus ride brings. Where To Buy It: The normal buses can be bought all around Ao Nang, Railay and Krabi Town but the VIP can only be purchased at the Krabi Bus Terminal or at the company app (Thai language only, helps is needed) and paid at 7Elevens. Prices: VIP buses cost 862 baht per person and the 45 seater will vary in price depending on where you buy it but will go around 600 baht. Time and comfort: The ride takes about 12 hours and is pretty comfortable done with the VIP which offers free meals, water, snacks, A.C., blankets, and reclinable spacious seats. We never tried doing it with the 45 seater so we can’t guaranty the level of comfort they offer, they might take a bit longer to complete the trip as well.
It was an easy and painless trip and we would do it again.
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Aosi Bungalow – อ่าวสิ รีสอร์ท เกาะจำ Budget Hotel Address: Ao Si Beach GPS: 7.818847, 98.962674 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Our pick was centrally located on the island, a budget hotel with a sea view.
The double fan room with private bathroom and cold shower was 490 baht per night (high season).
Krabi Klong Jirad Pier – ท่าเรือคลองจิหราด Address: Klong Jirad Road, Krabi GPS: 8.046300, 98.906527 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Located within a war museum, this pier is not the main one right on the center of Krabi town.
You’ll need a ride, taxi or tuk-tuk, to get you to your destination.
Hongming Vegetarian – ร้านหงหมิงอาหารเจ Vegan Restaurant Address: Nearby Maharaj Soi 10, Krabi Town GPS: 8.064934, 98.916616 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Open from 6 am to 6 pm, closed on Sundays.
Simple Jay(vegan) restaurant offering cheap and tasty Thai food.
Uno Restaurant Address: 1 Maharaj 10 Road, Krabi Town GPS: 8.065184, 98.917070 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/unorestaurantkrabi
Open from 11 am to 11 pm, closed on Mondays.
A little Italian restaurant that can cook some vegan dishes by request.
Krabi Bus Terminal – สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสารจังหวัดกระบี่ Address: Pak Nam GPS: 8.099828, 98.905908 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
From Krabi Town, you can grab a songthaew at the main street in front of Lili’s Bird Nest for 60 baht.
Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) – สถานีขนส่งสายใต้ใหม่ตลิ่งชัน Address: Borommaratchachonnani Road, Chim Phli, Taling Chan, Bangkok Address in Thai: ที่อยู่: ถนน บรมราชชนนี แขวง ฉิมพลี เขต ตลิ่งชัน กรุงเทพมหานคร
The first bus stop in Bangkok.
Mo Chit Bus Terminal – สถานีขนส่งหมอชิต (Also known as Northern Bus Station or Chatuchak Bus Terminal) *Not to be confused with Mo Chit BTS skytrain station. BTS(skytrain): Mo Chit Station – Sukhumvit line, THEN TAKE A TAXI.
Second and last bus stop in Bangkok.
The trip was smooth and we had loads of fun in our fist day back in Bangkok. Stay connected to see it all!✨
Visiting the villages of Koh Jum and Koh Pu give us a glimpse on how the locals live, exploring its beaches show us how blessed they are!
From top to bottom, we went all around in a day, how cool is it to explore a new place?!
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Aosi Bungalow – อ่าวสิ รีสอร์ท เกาะจำ Budget Hotel Address: Ao Si Beach GPS: 7.818847, 98.962674 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Our pick was centrally located on the island, a budget hotel with a sea view.
The double fan room with private bathroom and cold shower was 490 baht per night (high season).
Magic Beach GPS: 7.821691, 98.960582 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Chawle Seafood Restaurant Address: Koh Pu Village GPS: 7.847490, 98.974949 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
The restaurant was recommended to us from a couple staying at our hotel, honestly, I think they forgot we are vegans.
It is nicely located at the village where you can see how locals live and it has a beautiful setting by the sea.
Even though they had basically only seafood at their menu, they were kind enough to cook Jay(vegan) food for us.
Shell Bar Address: Nearby Rock View Terrace GPS: 7.855764, 98.947635 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
A tinny bar that sells almost nothing placed on a little piece of heaven.
The view change extremely depending by the tide, the water is crystal clear and there’s no-one there but you.
Koh Jum Southern Village GPS: 7.795928, 98.991451 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
The village counts with schools, temples, houses and little shops.
Souvenirs can be found and also cafes, one of the only places you’ll find these on the island.
Baan Ti Ray Beach GPS: 7.826695, 98.955324 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Fighting Fish Restaurant Address: Southwest of the island GPS: 7.797337, 98.976896 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Website: http://woodland-koh-jum.com/restaurant-bar/
Open from 8 am to 9 pm.
They are able to veganize quite a few Thai dishes, just remember to ask for no fish sauce.
It was one of the best food we had on the island.
How do you like Koh Jum so far? Stay connected for more!✨
Time to explore Koh Jum!
We are out and about the quiet island, enjoying every bit of relaxation while our minds are on a high baby fever.
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Aosi Bungalow – อ่าวสิ รีสอร์ท เกาะจำ Budget Hotel Address: Ao Si Beach GPS: 7.818847, 98.962674 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Our pick was centrally located on the island, a budget hotel with a sea view.
The double fan room with private bathroom and cold shower was 490 baht per night (high season).
Andaman Beach GPS: 7.797968, 98.976042 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Fighting Fish Restaurant Address: Southwest of the island GPS: 7.797337, 98.976896 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Website: http://woodland-koh-jum.com/restaurant-bar/
Open from 8 am to 9 pm.
They are able to veganize quite a few Thai dishes, just remember to ask for no fish sauce.
It was one of the best food we had on the island.
Southern Village GPS: 7.795928, 98.991451 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
The village counts with schools, temples, houses and little shops.
Souvenirs can be found and also cafes, one of the only places you’ll find these on the island.
Golden Pearl Beach Resort Hotel and Restaurant Address: Middle west of the island GPS: 7.808420, 98.970418 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/KohJum.Krabi.Thailand/
A nice beachfront ambiance on a boat-shaped restaurant.
Times has come to say goodbye to amazing Railay, now it’s time to head over to Koh Jum for the very first time!
Let’s see what the island has to offer this new mommy and daddy who have feet on the sand and heads in the clouds.
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Railay East Beach GPS: 8.012324, 98.842978 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Jinda Guesthouse Budget Hotel Address: 247/6 Moo 2, Ao Nang GPS: 8.032272, 98.822833 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/jindaguesthouse/
This was the hotel we stayed before heading to Railay, we booked our transfer to Kong Ka Pier with them.
The hotel is a quick walk from Ao Nang beach and the lady who runs it is very nice and helpful.
Kong Ka Pier – ท่าเทียบเรือคงคา Address: Krabi Town GPS: 8.061858, 98.919487 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Boats to Koh Jum take around 1 hour to complete the ride, they depart from Krabi Town having Koh Lanta as the final destination.
There are also local ferry boats departing from Laem Kruad which will stop in Koh Sriboya on the way.
Koh Jum – เกาะจัม and Koh Pu – เกาะปู Koh Jum GPS: 7.813310, 98.977352 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Koh Pu GPS: 7.836441, 98.963620 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
The island name is Koh Jum, yet, it’s separated into two areas. The northern Koh Pu and the Southern Koh Jum.
The boat will stop in two different pickup points near the island, it will depend on your hotel location which one to choose.
To avoid getting lost, ask your hotel in advance, otherwise, the boat staff will probably know where to leave you unless it is a pretty new or small hotel.
A free longtail boat will bring you to land.
Aosi Bungalow – อ่าวสิ รีสอร์ท เกาะจำ Budget Hotel Address: Ao Si Beach GPS: 7.818847, 98.962674 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Our pick was centrally located on the island, a budget hotel with a sea view.
The double fan room with private bathroom and cold shower was 490 baht per night (high season).
New island to explore! Stay tuned because all the beauty of Koh Jum is coming!🏝
Such a marvelous place to enjoy life with this wonderful family.
Railay is small yet has a lot to offer.
Check some of this paradisiacal places on the video.😉
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Railay East Beach GPS: 8.012324, 98.842978 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Tree House Bar & Restaurant Address: Railay East Beach GPS: 8.012123, 98.842673 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Railayeastside/
Open from 3 pm to 11 pm.
Cool space, definitely a nice ambiance to enjoy a drink or even a lunch/dinner with sea view.
Phra Nang Beach Pathway From Railay East GPS: 8.007268, 98.841449 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
You’ll find the easy route just by the northern end of Railay East.
It is a pleasant and fast journey surrounded by nature and art.
Phra Nang Beach GPS: 8.005127, 98.839539 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
The stunning location counts with several details that brought together make it just a real paradise.
A must visit while in the area, don’t even think about skipping it!
Spectacle monkeys, macaques, birds, and monitor lizards are all around.
From here there’s a viewpoint and lagoon trek, which is indicated only for experienced climbers.
Wan A Rouy Restaurant Vegan-friendly Address: Railay East GPS: 8.012069, 98.842539 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Simple traditional Thai food restaurant offering some vegan and veganizable options.
Tew Lay Bar Address: Northern Railay East GPS: 8.013032, 98.846697 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tew-Lay-Bar/745986602096659
Open from 7:30 am to 11:30 pm.
We highly recommend to try this place out because it is really special.
We didn’t try the food, we only had drinks but the real reason to visit is the space.
Govinda’s At The Beach Vegetarian Restaurant Address: Located in the main street that crosses Railay West to East GPS: 8.011451, 98.838370 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Open from 9 am to 4:30 pm, closed on Sundays. (hours may differ without reason)
The little stall is salvation for vegans staying in Railay. Unfortunately the quality is not to be compared with the main Govinda located in Ao Nang Beach, still, choosing wisely can bring you a fun meal. We recommend the spinach pie and hot dogs.
Their main problem is the opening schedule, that changes every single day.
Even with that in mind I would go back to the restaurant and recommend it, after all, they offer vegan food and we want to collaborate and celebrate that.
Excited about Thailand?! Stay tuned because more is on the way!💙
Our next stop is Ao Nang, a popular destination in Krabi.
The trip which brought us there was beautiful, both in the sea and land.
Now it’s time to see what the famous beach has to offer.
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Pasai Cottage Address: Pasai Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.099997, 98.619263 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Esanlongtin/
Our hotel was a budget beachfront bungalow with simple bamboo rooms and private cold shower.
Prices were around 600-700 baht per night at the time we stayed (high season).
Ta Khao Pier – ท่าเรือบ้านท่าเขา Address: Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.134449, 98.627197 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
There slow boats to Thalane cost 150 baht per person and take around 45 min, they only depart from Ta Khao Pier. These boats leave Koh Yao Noi at 7, 7:30, 8:30, 9:30, 11 and 16 hours.
There are speedboats that go directly to Ao Nang if that’s your next destination and you have no reasons to avoid speedboats.
We recommend you to seat on the right side in order to admire the beautiful views during the trip.
Thalane Pier – ท่าเรือประมง Address: Ao Thalane GPS: 8.142151, 98.747013 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
If you have time on your schedule and enjoy spending time in nature and peaceful surrounding, stopping by Ao Thalane might be a nice option.
This location is famous for its scenic sea kayaking, it has a truly relaxing atmosphere.
Jinda Guesthouse Budget Hotel Address: 247/6 Moo 2, Ao Nang GPS: 8.032272, 98.822833 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/jindaguesthouse/
Our pick was a budget double room with fan and shared bathroom, it cost 577 baht (high season).
The hotel is a quick walk from the beach and the lady who runs it is very nice and helpful.
Govinda’s Restaurant Vegetarian Restaurant Address: 32/24 Moo 2, 2nd Floor, Ao Nang GPS: 8.035074, 98.818890 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Website: https://govindasaonang.business.site/
Open from 12 pm to 10 pm.
The restaurant offers a nice variety of vegan options, we recommend it.
Ao Nang Beach GPS: 8.029070, 98.824034 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
The long beach is not the most stunning in Thailand for sure, yet is located just in the perfect position to visit some of the dazzling ones.
In our case, coming from a really quite island, spending a day at a busy little city was a nice change of air before going back to relaxation mode.
Have you been to Ao Nang or its neighbor beaches before? Let us know about your experience in the comments below!💙
When the boat went inside the mesmerizing laguna I was breathless, what a unique and unspoiled place!
Soon, the other boats were off and we were there at that paradise all alone, being overtaken by its beauty.
The new drone laws in Thailand didn’t allow us to give you a wider perspective of the place, yet maybe that’s not by chance. Perhaps, a little mystery will make it even better when your eyes seat on it for the first time.
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Pasai Cottage Address: Pasai Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.099997, 98.619263 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Esanlongtin/
Our hotel was a budget beachfront bungalow with simple bamboo rooms and private cold shower.
Prices were around 600-700 baht per night at the time we stayed (high season).
Koh Hong – เกาะห้อง Koh Hong Laguna GPS: 8.079169, 98.676429 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Koh Hong Beach GPS: 8.079212, 98.680528 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Entering the laguna by boat is free, those wishing to visit the beachside will have to pay a 300 baht National Park conservation fee.
This is one of the top places to see, don’t skip it! If you’re staying in Phuket, Phi Phi or other nearby islands I would recommend you to arrange a day trip, you won’t regret it.
Koh Laolading – เกาะเหลาลาดิง GPS: 8.104116, 98.682534 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
As the bay is quite small, depending at the time of the day you stop by, the island will be really crowded.
Still, it is definitely a stunning place but if you wish to avoid crowds plan to start your trip early or to make a different route than the majority of the boats.
Koh Pak Bia – เกาะผักเบี้ย GPS: 8.117530, 98.675635 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
The two islets divided by a shallow body of water are a cool place to lay in the sand and do nothing, go for a swim or just explore the surroundings.
Monkey Island
With this one, I will have to say sorry but no GPS location, what happened is that the boatman informed us the name as “Monkey Island”, the way they advertise it to tourists. Unfortunately, that’s not the Thai name after translation and as there are many islands around this area, it’s really hard to point the right one out.
Don’t worry though, if you grab a snorkeling/diving trip, they will know what you’re talking about and will be able to bring you there.
Koh Nok – เกาะนอก GPS: 8.080076, 98.627353 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Just another piece of heaven.
Baan Chang Restaurant Address: Pasai Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.101417, 98.620864 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/baanchangkohyaonoi/
Open from 10:30 am to 10:30 pm.
Beautiful restaurant with traditional ambiance and a few veganizable options on the menu.
Pizzeria La Luna Address: Nearby Six Senses Yao Noi GPS: 8.122610, 98.619550 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Pizzeria-RestaurantLa-luna-Koh-Yao-noi-1595779797309503/
Open from 1:30 pm to 12 am, closed on Sundays.
Nice space counting with vegan ice-cream and vegan cheese-less pizza.
Beachfront Thai Massage Address: Southern tip of Pasai Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.097786, 98.618204 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
While in Thailand it is almost a duty to have regular Thai massages.😜
What a wonderful experience! How lucky we are to be able to witness such beauty while pregnant, we believe the state of mind is definitely reflecting on the baby.❤️
So much more is coming! Stay connected.☀️
Time to search for new views and flavors around the island!
A waterfall always helps to set the right mood, beaches aren’t bad to do it either.😉
Adding this time, our first pregnancy photoshoot! How amazing is that? Still unbelievable that this is happening, we are beyond happy!✨
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Pasai Cottage Address: Pasai Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.099997, 98.619263 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Esanlongtin/
Our hotel was a budget beachfront bungalow with simple bamboo rooms and private cold shower.
Prices were around 600-700 baht per night at the time we stayed (high season).
Chaba Café and Gallery Vegan-friendly Restaurant Address: Northeast of Klong Jark Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.116029, 98.623248 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/chabacafeandwinelounge/
Open from 9 am to 5 pm, closed on Sundays.
Beautiful and relaxing space counting with vegan options.
Takow Waterfall Also spelled Thakow Address: 200m from Tha Khao Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.133299, 98.621821 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Tinny waterfall located a short distance from the main street.
Beach Nearby Niramaya Villa (Photoshoot Location) GPS: 8.105175, 98.622650 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Sea Gypsy Restaurant Vegan-friendly Address: Nearby Tha Khao Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.133196, 98.624641 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SeaGypsea/
Open from 8 am to 10 pm.
Delicious and cheap Thai food with plenty of vegan or veganizable options.
The tables are distributed on an open space between trees and singing birds.
Long Beach Address: Northeast of the island, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.159440, 98.635058 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
After a dirt road, the peaceful and enchanting Long Beach can be found.
Highly recommended for those looking for relaxation time with not many around.
It is also a cool ride to enjoy the island scenery.
Garden Cafe Vegan-friendly Restaurant Address: 37/3 Moo 2, Nearby Mondaya Guesthouse, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.116898, 98.595351 (copy and paste in map’s search box for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SIRILUK2514/
Open from 9 am to 6 pm, closed on Sundays.
Cool space nearby 7-Eleven area, the only problem is that in the evening it’s almost impossible to stay seated at the nice garden due to the huge number of mosquitoes.
How do you like Koh Yao Noi so far?
Stay tuned because more is coming!🏝
Nearby some of the most famous Thai islands, it’s found a less known sister, the beautiful Koh Yao Noi.
It has a special air, with marvelous views, peace, and quiet.
Home to one of the best hotels in the world, the six stars Six Senses Yao Noi, the little island has a lot to offer for those who sick an authentic and laid back experience.
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Pasai Cottage Address: Pasai Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.099997, 98.619263 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Esanlongtin/
Our hotel was a budget beachfront bungalow with simple bamboo rooms and private cold shower.
Prices were around 600-700 baht per night at the time we stayed (high season).
7-Eleven and Surrounding Souvenir Shops Address: Nearby the daily market, Southwest of the island GPS: 8.117197, 98.592926 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Beach Nearby Niramaya Villa GPS: 8.105175, 98.622650 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Chaba Café and Gallery Vegan-friendly Restaurant Address: Northeast of Klong Jark Beach, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.116029, 98.623248 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/chabacafeandwinelounge/
Open from 9 am to 5 pm, closed on Sundays.
Tha Khao Bay GPS: 8.131281, 98.622780 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Koh Nok Address: Tha Khao Bay, Koh Yao Noi GPS: 8.131562, 98.626259 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Walking from Tha Khao Bay to this islet is an amazing experince. There’s just this tinny strip of sand that depending on the time will be parcially or completely submerged, leaving you with the impression you’re walking over water. The oriental-pied hornbills come to visit everyday making it yet more special.
Time to say goodbye to Yao Yai island and the next destination is the nearby neighbor Koh Yao Noi.
This time with the worry in mind about how much would the boat shake during the short trip due to the baby on board, I tranquilize any mothers to be by assuring you it is a soft ride(the taxi until the pier shook more😜), of course that may change during rough weather, be aware of that.
The 10 min (or less) ride cost 50 baht per person. It can be boarded on Chonglad pier, north of the island, you’ll probably need a taxi to get there unless you are staying nearby or dropping your rented vehicle nearby. Boats depart frequently during the day, it is not needed to worry about a schedule.
Arriving in Koh Yao Noi started well by being presented with much lighter taxi fees than Yao Yai.
The view on our way to the hotel also pleased us and our first impression was of a more structured place than Yao Yai.
Our hotel pick was Pasai Cottage, a budget beachfront bungalow with simple bamboo rooms and private cold shower.
Prices were around 600-700 baht at the time we stayed (high season).
Now, it’s time to explore Yao Noi, stay tuned for the upcoming adventures!
One more day enjoying beautiful beaches on an exotic island!
White powdery banks of sand that give the illusion that you can walk until the next island on low tide.
Magical Thailand displaying its dazzling beauty as always.
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Loh Jark Beach South West Of The Island GPS: 7.933772,98.574445 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Our hotel was located on this beach.
It is a quiet and beautiful stretch of sand, only disturbed by an unfortunate pier construction right in the middle of the bay.
Dr. Saad Medical Massage Middle West Of The Island Address: Ban Lo Po, Koh Yao Yai GPS: 7.997343,98.590189 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Website: http://www.doctorsaad.com/ Phone: +66 (0)89 68 599 40
Open from 10 am to 10 pm, will open earlier with an appointment.
A third-generation blind masseur with the reputation of curing all kinds of physical issues.
Laem Had Beach North East Of The Island GPS: 8.079725,98.593846 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
The most beautiful beach in Koh Yao Yai, a must see.
Glow Elixir Beach South West Of The Island GPS: 7.925620,98.577111 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Website: http://elixir.glowhotels.com/
One of the top beaches to visit while on the island.
How do you like Koh Yao Yai so far?
If you need to see more before your final conclusion, don’t worry, it’s coming soon!
Time to explore Yao Yai!
Our first stop is the most stunning point of the island, which showed us breathtaking views on the way.
Here all addresses and extra info from everything you saw on the video:
Loh Jark Beach South West Of The Island GPS: 7.933772,98.574445
Our hotel was located on this beach.
It is a quiet and beautiful stretch of sand, only disturbed by an unfortunate pier construction right in the middle of the bay.
Laem Had Beach North East Of The Island GPS: 8.079725,98.593846
The most beautiful beach in Koh Yao Yai, a must see.
Chaba Restaurant North East Of The Island Address: Unnamed Road near Better View Resort, Koh Yao Yai GPS: 8.052932,98.597875 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location)
Open from 10 am to 10 pm.
The communication in order to get a vegan meal was quite hard, it is usually much simpler even when no English is spoken.
For that reason, we recommend trying somewhere else.
Lo Paret Beach Middle West Of The Island GPS: 7.981469,98.569057
Dr. Saad Medical Massage Middle West Of The Island Address: Ban Lo Po, Koh Yao Yai GPS: 7.997343,98.590189 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Website: http://www.doctorsaad.com/ Phone: +66 (0)89 68 599 40
Open from 10 am to 10 pm, will open earlier with an appointment.
A third-generation blind masseur with the reputation of curing all kinds of physical issues.
Banrimnam Restaurant North Of The Island Address: Klong Hia Pier, Koh Yao Yai GPS: 8.083535,98.564507 (copy and paste in map’s search bar for exact location) Address in Thai: ท่าเรือ คลองเหีย เกาะยาวใหญ่ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Baan-Rim-Nam-Ko-Yao-Yai-1359999024019496/
Open from 11 am to 8:30 pm.
A pier view restaurant which will cook yummy vegan food under request.
There are many more blue skies and sandy days coming soon! Stay tuned!
Time to explore a new Thai island! There we go Koh Yao Yai!
Expect all you need to know about the island soon, starting today let’s see how to get there:
How To Get From Phuket To Koh Yao Yai
Bang Rong Pier
Chianwanich Pier
There’s no airport in Koh Yao Yai, after getting nearby the island the only way to access it is by boat.
The closest point is Phuket (Click here to see how to get to Phuket), we’ll be explaining how to transfer from Phuket to Koh Yao Yai step-by-step.
As you saw on the video there are 2 piers which can be used for this route. One is called Bang Rong Pier located on the northeast of the island and the other one is called Chianwanich located at the southeast of the island.
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand so save about 1 hour to go from your hotel to either of these piers, the best is asking your hotel how long it will take because if you are staying out of the main beaches time may differ. There’s no public transportation to access the piers, scheduling a taxi will be needed.
Bang Rong Pier pier counts with speed boat and private longtail boats only. Chianwanich Pier has speed boats and car ferry for those who can’t/don’t want to ride a speed boat or wishes to bring a car/motorbike together. Speed boat rides take about 40 min, the car ferry and longtail boat take 1 hour.
Here the boat timetable:
Boats from Phuket To Koh Yao Yai
Speed Boat
Car Ferry
Longtail Boat
Chianwanich Pier
(arrive at Loh Jark Pier)
- 10:00, 17:00 (there are more boats in between this times without accurate schedule)
- 200 baht per person
- 08:30, 10:00, 14:00
(no service on Fridays)
- 140 baht per person, 400 baht with car
X
Bang Rong Pier
(arrive at Klong Hia Pier)
- 07:40, 08:40, 09:15, 09:40, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:15, 14:30, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 17:30
- 300 baht per person
X
- private, schedule up to you during day time
- 2000 baht per boat
Another thing to be considered is if your hotel in Koh Yao Yai offers the transfer, contact them beforehand and remember to specify the departure pier.
Is also important to check the location of your hotel because the final stops of the boats depend from where they departed, for example, from Bang Rong Pier pier they stop in Klong Hia Pier(unless you hire a private long tail that will leave you at your hotel) and Chianwanich pier will leave you at Loh Jark Pier in Koh Yao Yai.
As these boats can’t be booked with travel agents or hotels in town, information is scarce and often inaccurate. The only way to buy the tickets is in person at the piers which are located quite far away from the main hotel areas. Yet, there’s always available space in the boats and/or extra boats departing, don’t worry about staying without tickets (unless you’re bringing a car, then calling the pier in advance is advisable, help from a Thai speaker will be needed, phone: (087) 896 0756 or (087) 2720132.
We were welcomed by a new shade of blue to our eyes on the island sky, the masterpiece was completed with a touch of swinging coconut trees.
Sand down, sun up, what a wonderful world!💙
