There may only be a few actual art galleries on Koh Tao, but there are many places where you can enjoy displays of fine arts and crafts, a lot of which is inspired by this beautiful island.
Koh Tao Arts
Various art forms are presented, such as painting, sculpture, contemporary, photography and crafts. Whether you just want to have a look or wish to purchase something unique, visit the galleries in Mae Haad Bay. In Sairee Beach you can often see creative sand sculptures on the beach and a photo gallery in town. Don’t forget to check out the handmade souvenirs crafted from coconut shells in Sai Daeng Beach.
For body art, there are a lot of outstanding tattoo artists on Koh Tao, such as Thai Art Tattoo and Tattoo by Koko Artwork, providing high-quality work at very reasonable prices, all with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Most tattoo and body piercing shops are on the three main beaches and offer machined and bamboo tattooing.
Handmade jewellery is one of the handicrafts easily found in various shops and roadside vendors. Some people make items on-site, so you can watch them create their pieces. There are a lot of choices, from inexpensive thread braids and stones to unique jewellery made with antique beads and silver.
Thai painting by Koko Artwork
Entertainment
Want something to do in the afternoon or evening? You might want to try a game of 18-hole mini golf, pool hall, or how about petanque? Watch some Muay Thai. The stadium holds three fights a month. Western boxers also participate. The promoting pick-up car with big speakers and banner drives around the island announcing the dates and times.
Koh Tao’s coral reefs, with abundant marine life, start a few metres offshore. Here is a guide for the best Koh Tao snorkeling experience.
Terms & Conditions
Ticket must be purchased at least 3 days before departure date.
The voucher must be printed out and reconfirm at Lomlahkkhirin check-in counter on departure date. Passenger must check-in 30 minutes prior to departure time. Failure to do so, the ticket will not be refunded.
Baggage allowance is 20 kg/person. Extra weight cost 20 Baht/kg, but not exceed to 30 kg in total.
Destination and route are not allowed to be changed.
Cancellation 3 days prior to your departure date and not longer than 180 days after purchase, 50% of your payment will be refunded. Tickets booked on long holiday are non-refundable.
Lomlahkkhirin High Speed Ferries reserves the right to cancel their service due to poor weather conditions or any circumstances beyond the reasonable for any safety reason. Departure and arrival times may be subject to change due to weather conditions without prior notice. Please be advised to allow 12 hours minimum for connecting flight.
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Price does not include Koh Nang Yuan landing fee 250 Baht/person.
Snorkelling spots may be subject to change due to weather conditions without prior notice.
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To possess a 50% refund for your cancellation, you must inform us two days before the trip and no longer than 180 days after the deposit payment. Snorkelling trip booked on long holiday are non-refundable.
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KOH TAO : a Complete Guide reserves the right to cancel our tour due to poor weather conditions or any circumstances regarding safety. We then refund 100% of your deposit payment.