
Koh Tao
Koh Tao boasts stunning coral reefs and abundant marine life in clear warm water, combined with a relaxed atmosphere and lifestyle, making it an unforgettable destination for thousands of visitors a year.
Hiking Koh Tao gives you the freedom to discover the island at your own pace and the chance to see Koh Tao in a unique way. These are the 5 best Koh Tao hiking trails taking you from the towns of Sairee, Mae Haad and Chalok Baan Kao.
Hiking to Koh Tao’s most remote and challenging Grape Viewpoint (named and first publicised by KOH TAO : a Complete Guide in 2017). From this point, which is almost at the northern tip of Koh Tao, you will witness the beauty of Koh Nang Yuan from a very close angle. Though the highlight isn’t just the destination, it is also the trail to it. Starting from a very steep deserted concrete road in North Sairee, you will hike across the most abundant dry evergreen forest of Koh Tao where decorate with giant alocasia, Platycerium ferns and wild bananas, and accompanied by the song of wild cicadas. On the way back from Grape Viewpoint, if you’re still feeling energetic, hit one of the pay to visit viewpoints that offer a panoramic view of Sairee Beach.
Tanote Peak viewpoint
West Coast Viewpoint
This is a 2.8 km hike that will take approximately 1 1⁄4 hours. The road to Laem Thian (A) is mainly a washed away dirt track. As you are hiking, look around, you may see a Nicobar pigeon on the ground or a green imperial pigeon in the trees here. About 700 m before you get to Laem Thian, there is a small trail on the left near a big mango tree (B), this goes to Mao Bay (C). This 300 m trail becomes very narrow and bushy while going downhill to the bay. There is a waterway with large boulders and a huge Pandanus tectorius tree just before you get there. Mao Bay is one of a few secluded places where there are no buildings or people staying.
Mao Bay’s waterway
![]() Trail RunningThe mountainous terrain of Koh Tao also offers many interesting routes for trail running and rewards your efforts with scenes of beautiful landscapes of remote, hidden jungle and sea views. The ‘Sairee – Tanote’ and ‘Laem Thian & Mao Bay’ routes await for adventure and exercise. |
Koh Tao boasts stunning coral reefs and abundant marine life in clear warm water, combined with a relaxed atmosphere and lifestyle, making it an unforgettable destination for thousands of visitors a year.
Koh Tao’s Mountain Viewpoints
Most of the roads on Koh Tao have been cut through mountains. To cycling Koh Tao, there are quite a few steep climbs but luckily they are fairly short.
Koh Tao’s stunning coral reefs with an abundance of marine life start just a few metres offshore. Here is a guide for best Koh Tao snorkeling experience.
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