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Ko Naka Yai

Ko Naka Yai is the larger Naka island near Ao Po on Phuket's northeast coast, with beach visits and resort stays reached by boat.

SubdistrictPa Khlok Subdistrict
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Ko Naka Noi

Ko Naka Noi is a small privately held island off northeastern Phuket; a visit requires permission rather than an assumed public beach landing. · 2.6 km away

Ko Rang Noi

Ko Rang Noi is a small island east of Phuket, just north of Ko Rang Yai, with privately arranged access rather than an unrestricted public landing. · 9.7 km away

Ko Rang Yai

Ko Rang Yai is an east-coast Phuket island reached by boat from the Laem Hin area, known for its beach setting and pearl-farming visitor heritage. · 11 km away

About Ko Naka Yai

Ko Naka Yai lies off the Pa Khlok coast in Thalang District, Phuket. It is the larger of the two Naka islands and is separate from Ko Naka Noi immediately to the south. Beaches and an island setting make it a short sea excursion from the Ao Po area, while the Naka Island resort occupies part of the island.

Choose the boat landing according to your plans. Resort transfers use Ao Po Grand Marina and are arrangements for that property; a day-trip boat may use another part of the coast. The island as a whole is a Place, while the resort and any individual tour services are separate businesses.

Confirm beach access and any facilities with the operator or property you intend to use, rather than assuming that a resort transfer provides general public access. Private resort facilities may require an advance booking; contact the property directly if your plans include a meal, day visit or overnight stay. Recheck the departure pier, return time and sea conditions before travelling.

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22 October 2026
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