Sai Nuan Beach, Koh Tao

There is also a grassy area and coconut trees, making it a big natural playground for children. Snorkeling is fantastic due to the protection provided by small bays. There are lots to see as soon as you enter the water, particularly around the rocks. Swim out to two groups of boulders very close to Sai Nuan Beach 2. They are easy to spot as the tops of the boulders stand about 2 metres out of the water. This is home to many fish, including orange spine unicornfish, batfish, harlequin sweetlips, giant grouper, schools of yellowtail barracuda and trevally. Green turtles have also been spotted here.

The atmosphere of this area is peaceful and reminiscent of the early tourism days of Koh Tao Thailand in the 90s. Days can easily be spent relaxing in the hammock of a simple beach hut, enjoying the sound of the waves and the handmade coral wind chimes created by previous guests. However, a couple of beach party days each month bring a more lively island vibe.