Koh Phra Thong - Golden Buddha Island

Thailand's Koh Phra Thong - Golden Buddha Island is named after a local legend. The story tells of a precious stolen golden buddha statue buried on the island by pirates which was never recovered.

Tropical beach - Thailand

Nowadays, the island benefits from being one of Thailand's last unspoiled coastal locations. With over 15km of largely uninhabited white sandy beaches, Koh Phra Thong is an ideal choice for those who are really looking to get away from it all.

Highest rated resort in Phang Nga

Koh Phra Thong is home to the top resort in the Phang Nga region. Golden Buddha Beach Resort rates highest on trip advisor. This is no mean feat considering Phang Nga encompasses Khao Lak which is renowned for its amazing resorts. Read the trip advisor reviews to find out what visitors have to say.

Budget accommodation

For those on a tighter budget there are a number of other accommodation options which still allow you the luxury of the expansive sandy beaches of Koh Phra Thong

Travellers have the opportunity to experience the halcyon years of Thailand tourism at Mr. Chuoi's. He offers great value simple huts next to the sea. With virgin beaches in both directions, this is a luxury everyone can afford.

Phra Thong Bay Bungalows is a new place with beach bungalows directly on Golden Buddha Bay. This is widely considered to be the best beach on the island with shallow warm water and snorkeling & diving opportunities direct from the beach. The PT Bay Bungalows are a little more than Chuoi but the better aspect and facilities more than makes up for it.

Alternatively, indulge in a more cultural vacation by opting for homestay accommodation. This provides intrepid holiday makers with a unique experience of village life and local food. It is also the best way to support the local community through sustainable tourism practices.

Surin Islands & Richelieu Rock - Thailand's best scuba diving

Koh Phra Thong is the closest land mass to the Surin Islands which hosts the broadest diversity of hard corals in Thailand. Nearer still is Richelieu Rock, Thailand's best scuba diving location and considered a world top ten dive site. Richelieu has regular visits from graceful manta rays and elusive whale sharks.

Fully inclusive vacation packages

Golden Buddha Beach Resort and Blue Guru have put together a number of exciting holiday ideas. These packages are for divers & non-divers alike offering the best Koh Phra Thong experiences for you and your family.

All options provide excellent value for money and liberate you from organisational headaches by including all transfers & meals.

PADI Divemaster Internship on Koh Phra Thong

Far away from the madding crowds of Koh Tao, the Koh Phra Thong Divemaster Internship experience gives a more rounded experience of Thai culture and Blue Guru is the closest dive centre to the world famous Richelieu Rock. Also, the island itself plays host to a broad range of nature by land, air and sea.