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Ko Tao Subdistrict
Ko Tao Subdistrict is part of Ko Pha-Ngan District, Surat Thani, covering Ko Tao and Ko Nang Yuan with three main village communities.
Official source · Sirindhorn Anthropology Centre Ko Tao community record and Ko Tao Municipality transport and identity profilesUnderstand the areas
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Koh Tao is a physical island destination within Ko Tao Subdistrict, Surat Thani Province.
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Koh Tao
Koh Tao is a physical island destination within Ko Tao Subdistrict, Surat Thani Province. · 0.4 km away
Ko Nang Yuan
Ko Nang Yuan is a group of three connected islets beside Ko Tao, known for its sandbars, viewpoint and managed snorkeling areas. · 3.7 km away
Ko Pha-Ngan Subdistrict
Ko Pha Ngan is an administrative subdistrict covering part of the island, including Thong Sala and northern and western communities. · 41 km away
Koh Phangan
Koh Phangan is a physical island destination in Ko Pha-Ngan District, Surat Thani Province. · 44 km away
About Ko Tao Subdistrict
Ko Tao (เกาะเต่า) is a subdistrict of Ko Pha-Ngan District, Surat Thani. Community records describe an administrative area covering Ko Tao and Ko Nang Yuan, with the villages of Hat Sai Ri, Mae Hat and Chalok Ban Kao.
Ko Tao's granite hills and small coastal plains produce distinct bay and hillside settings. The administrative tambon therefore extends beyond any one beach, pier, diving area or individual tourism business.
The municipality describes passenger and cargo travel by sea, with mainland connections through Chumphon and Surat Thani. Confirm the particular pier, sailing and onward transport with the operator before travelling. The tambon's map reference is not a boat departure point or proof of access to a specific island site.
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