Also known as Coral Island, Koh Tean is a small island few hundred metres off the southern coast of Koh Samui, just in front of Taling Nam fishing village. It's the closest island to Koh Samui. Extending 7.5 square kilometres, Koh Tean has white sandy beaches shaded by numerous coconut trees and surrounded by pristine coral reef, perfect spot for snorkelling, swimming and sun-bathing. Giant clams, fan corals and a wide variety of fish species live in and around the reefs. On the island there is a small village, but there are neither cars or roads. Also known as Koh Madsum, Koh Mat Sum, is a tiny island located on the western side of Koh Tean. The island is uninhabited and no has facilities, a part a luxury resort, but it is in turn a popular place for a day trip thanks to its long white sandy beach, one of the favourite destinations by local Thai tourists for their picnic. The Treasurer Resort is only overnight accommodation on the island. It consist in 37 luxury air-conditioned villas with a Spa, two restaurants, beach bar, two swimming pools and a private beach.
Getting there - The day trips to Koh Tean and Koh Mat Sum depart from the pier in Thong Krut village located in the southernmost tip of Koh Samui. Usually the trip includes the visit of both islands in one day, in the morning Koh Tean and afternoon in Koh Mut Sum. Most of these tours include the transfer by minivan from your hotel, the roundtrip by long-tail boats, lunch buffet, snorkelling equipment, tour guide and insurance. Prices of tours range from 1,300 to 1,700 THB depending on the company and on the type of boat you choose.Read More
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