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Mu Ko Ang Thong
Mu Ko Ang Thong is the limestone island group west of Ko Samui, with wooded peaks, sheltered coves and the inland emerald lake on Ko Mae Ko.
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Ko Wua Ta Lap
Ko Wua Ta Lap is the headquarters island of Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park, with a beach, a hill viewpoint and Bua Bok Cave. · 0.2 km away
Ko Mae Ko
Ko Mae Ko is a limestone island in Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park, known for Thale Nai, a seawater lagoon enclosed by steep hills. · 3.5 km away
Ko Sam Sao
Ko Sam Sao is a limestone island in the Ang Thong group, recognised for its natural coastal rock arch, beaches and nearby reef waters. · 4.2 km away
Ko Phaluai
Ko Phaluai is an inhabited island in the Ang Thong archipelago, with fishing communities, coastal bays and a partly protected landscape. · 11 km away
About Mu Ko Ang Thong
Ko Wua Talap is associated with the national-park visitor base and a steep panoramic viewpoint, while Ko Mae Ko contains the saltwater lake reached by a separate shore route. The islands belong to Ang Thong Subdistrict in Ko Samui District, Surat Thani, and have no administrative connection to Ang Thong Province in central Thailand. This geographic group is distinct from the exact statutory land-and-sea boundary of Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park.
Arrange a boat excursion and check which islands and shore walks are included. Viewpoint and lake approaches involve steps and exertion; ask about their suitability before committing. Kayaking or snorkelling may depend on the specific operator, weather and park permission. Check the latest monsoon and seasonal-access notices directly with the park before travel, and do not treat the map reference as a departure pier or guaranteed landing.
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