Koh Yao Yai

Koh Yao Yai by Speedboat

Popular Routes

Phuket to

Koh Yao Yai

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Koh Phi Phi to

Koh Yao Yai

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Railay to

Koh Yao Yai

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Routes from Koh Yao Yai

Koh Yao Yai Information

The Big Long island (Koh Yao Yai) is an astonishing island. It is less developed than its sister Koh Yao Noi yet, it is also way bigger than its and has plenty of opportunities for swimmers, divers, and snorkelers to enjoy the emerald water of this fascinating island. From Phuket, the speedboats depart from three piers ( Bang Rong Pier, Laem Hin Pier, and Chianwanich Pier) Bang Rong Pier has the most trips to Koh Yao Yai, while the others have only one or two speedboat trips per day. From Krabi, the speedboats leave from (Talen Pier and Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang) only one trip a day and the boat makes a stop at the sister island Koh Yao Noi before continuing to Koh Yao Yai. In order to explore the island, you will have to rent your own wheels or hire a taxi, since there is no public transportation on the island.

Koh Yao Yai Information

Halfway between Phuket and Krabi, lies the magical island of Koh Yao Yai. It’s known for its fishing villages, the mangroves, the sandy shores, the coconut plantations, and of course the breathtaking underwater life. The surrounding waters of the island are filled with colorful coral reefs and dotted with dive sites like the pinnacles of shark point and the king cruiser wreck. There are no banking facilities on the island so you better withdraw the cash you’ll need on the island before going on your trip.

Highlights

Koh Yao Yai Shark Point and King Cruiser Wreck

Shark Point and King Cruiser Wreck
The waters around Koh Yao Yai are filled with rock formations, coral gardens, and even underwater mountains! There is a variety of marine life including silvertip sharks, groupers, manta rays, and whale sharks. The waters have enough to impress even the most experienced divers. Shark Point is a marine sanctuary with reefs forming three pinnacles. The reef is home to an amazing abundance of colorful corals, and sea fans. The King Cruiser is a well-known site which claims wrecks of a passenger ship which sunk in 1997 after it hit the Anemone reef.

Klong Son Beach
Around only twenty km from Chong Lad Pier, lies the crescent-shaped beach “Klong Son Beach” in Koh Yao Yai. There are plenty of pine trees lining along the beach beautifully. The beach has colorful rocks, small rocky cliffs, and a clean white sand all around the emerald water. During low tide, you can easily pick up beautiful shells and you get to also see the seaweed on the beach. And during the weekends you’ll find small kiosks offering beverages.

Doctor Saad
Doctor Saad is a blind healer and therapist, he’s been treating people for more than thirty years. The healing session with this amazing healer is definitely among the best things to do in Koh Yao Yai. He will recommend the mandatory number of sessions according to your case. If you’re searching for an unforgettable massage experience, Doctor Saad is who you’re looking for. You will leave the island feeling different and with way less pain.

Koh Yao Yai Village
Touring around the village of Koh Yao Yai is an excellent way to connect with the locals and learn how they make a living on the island, and to meet new travelers who have the same passion as you. The locals are very friendly and helpful, they will tell you about all the things you need to see, do, and even where to eat. The beach of the village is known for its endless activities like beach soccer and volleyball.