Ko Pha-Ngan - Full Moon Parties and Backpacker Central

Ko Pha-Ngan is one of the major party locations for backpackers in Thailand.

Ko Pha-Ngan is small island near other popular islands of Thailand such as Ko Tao and Ko Samui as well as the Ang Thong National Park. It is famous for the full moon parties that resemble a rave, full of glow sticks and dubious substances. If you want to attend one of these, things get pretty busy, so arrange accommodation up front.

From what people have told me, it sounds like a place that isn't for everyone. I had a friend that described Ko Pha-Ngan in rather deragotory terms. It sounds like a bit of a dump. His room also got broken into and many of his valuables were stolen, including his passport.

Getting There:
- Surat Thani is the major access point for boats going to these islands
- You can also reach Ko Pha-Ngan from other islands like Ko Tao or Ko Samui.

I can't say I am in any hurry to visit, but it might be worth popping in from a visit from another island to see what attracts so many to Ko Pha-Ngan.