Koh Yao encompasses an area of 137.6 sq. km, consisting of two islands, Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yao Noi.
Accommodation in Koh Yao: There are a few bungalow operations providing basic, but very charming, accommodation. Rental vehicles are available on the island, but it is possible to bring along your mountain bike if you want to explore the island's numerous dirt trails.
How to get to Koh Yao: Traveling to Ko Yao can be made from Phuket, Phang-nga, and Krabi, but the most convenient route of all is from Phuket.
To get to Ko Yao Noi, visitors can take a ferry departing from Phuket Bang Rong Pier at 11 a.m., 12 noon, 1 p.m. 2.30 p.m. and 5 p.m. On return, the ferry departs from Ko Yao Noi at 7 a.m. and 7.30 a.m. One-way fare is 150 baht. The trip takes 45 minutes.
Travelling to Ko Yao Yai, visitors need to ride a ferry from Phuket Jear Vanich Pier. The ferry leaves the pier at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. On return, the ferry departs from Ko Yao Yai Lo Chak pier at 08.00 a.m. and 15.00 p.m. The trip takes an hour. One-way fare is 150 baht. (The times and the rates are subject to change with out notice) There are also long-tail boat shuttle services between Ko Yao Noi and Ko Yao Yai. The trip takes 10 minutes.
Koh Khai, Ao Phangnga National Park Koh Khai: consist of two islands, Koh Khai Nok and Koh Khai Nai. The islands can be reached from Koh Sirey, Laem Hin Pier and Chalong Bay in Phuket by hiring a boat or take one day tour. The island is known for the beautiful fishes rocks, corals, and secluded beaches.
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