Thailand is one of the major holiday destinations for travelers. It is cheap, has nice people, amazing food, a historic culture and a assortment of places to visit. You can tan on amazing beaches, walk large mountains, dive world renowned coral reefs, visit ancient historical sites, explore great caves, and hang out in wild and fast paced cities. However, most tourists come here for the beaches and, these tropical islands are the top reason to come to the country. However, Thailand has many of tropical islands to choose from. Most visitors stick go to a few popular Thai islands and with good reason. They wouldn’t be popular if they weren’t good. However, despite Thailand being firmly on the tourist trail, there are still many undiscovered islands in Thailand. Here are a few tropical Thai islands that are relatively undeveloped:
Ko Lipe is a small island near the Malaysian border. It has been built up in recent years but it is not nearly as touristy as some of the other islands on the Andaman coast like Phuket or Ko Phi Phi. There are amazing coral reefs that you can explore right off the island, white sand beaches, great food, and very friendly people. It’s a great alternative to the crowds of other west coast islands.
Ko Tarutao National Marine Park consists of 51 islands located in the Andaman Sea. Ko Tarutao is the main island and where the park headquarters is located. There are no lodges, resorts, restaurants, or bars on the island. There is just the park’s canteen and a small store that is only open until 8pm. Accommodation is simply cheap bungalows or tents. For those looking for a cheap and rustic island in Thailand, this place is it.
The island of Ko Chang is a tropical marine national park. Situated in the east near the Cambodian border, it’s Thailand’s second largest island after Phuket. Recently, with the surge in development and popularity, Ko Chang is Thailand’s new popular tourist destination. With its chain of white sandy coves and beaches, pristine rain forests, abundant wildlife, coral reefs, high mountain peaks, waterfalls, and great nightlife, Ko Chang is one of Thailand’s most sought after holiday destinations. If you stick to the east side of the island, there is very little development and you can still enjoy a holiday away from the crowds.
Surin National Park is found some 60 km off the west coast of Phang Nga province. The excellent diving, snorkeling, hiking and game fishing are what most visitors come for, and those hoping to find a quiet refuge from the tourist traps will be delighted with the lack of “development.” Surin Nuea is also home to a community of around 150 Moken, or “sea gypsies”, who have settled there on a semi-permanent basis for several decades. The islands are protected and can only be visited by organized tours, which helps keep the diving good and the crowds thin.
Ko Mak is one of Thailand’s best kept treasures. It is an ideal destination for visitors who want a tranquil environment unspoiled by mass tourism. Amongst 10,000 palm trees, theres a temple, three fishing community villages, rubber plantations, and two uninhabited beaches. Hardly anyone comes here, except couples and divers. Koh Mak is the perfect place to relax, explore, calm your mind and soothe your senses.
Trips to these Thai islands will give you peace, quiet, wide beaches, clear water, and few people. Let’s keep the secret between us though so it stays that way for as long as possible, otherwise these tropical island treasure will be ruined a lighting pace.
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