Koh Phanganis about 2.5 hours from Surat Thani Province and about forty five min. from Koh Samui Island by ferry. On Koh Panghantourists can find typical picture-postcard views of shady palm trees , bright blue water and beautiful sunsets. Accommodation will be available all over Phangan at family like resorts or beach side hotels to quite reasonable prices especially in low season. Koh Phangan used to be the backpackers destination, currently a 'wider range' of people arrives here. But they all want to find a relaxing and easy going place.

On contrary, as island to relax & chill in Southern Thailand. Kho Phangan has many natural bays and waterfalls, a few of them are only able to reach by trekking over jungle paths or by hiring a taxi boat. Maipenrai is'nt only the translation of 'does not matter' in Thailand, the phrase is also the name of a very nice place on the northern side of Phangan.