Thailand is one of the best places to visit in the world. It is cheap with friendly people and nice good. You can relax on amazing beaches, hike great mountains, dive spectacular coral reefs, visit ancient historical sites, explore great caves, and hang out in exciting and fast paced cities. However, most people come for the beaches and, these beaches and tropical islands are the best reason to come to Thailand. However, Thailand has hundreds of tropical islands to choose from. Most tourists stick to a few of the popular Thai islands and with good reason. They wouldn’t be popular if they weren’t good. However, despite Thailand being firmly on the tourist trail, there are still some undiscovered islands in Thailand. Here’s seven tropical Thai islands that are relatively undeveloped:
Ko Lipe is a small island in the Southern Thai province of Satun and is situated in the Andaman Sea. The island is part of the Tarutao National Marine Park. The name "Ko Lipe" means paper island in the local Chao Ley language. More people are coming here so get here fast. The people are friendly, the beaches empty, the water clear, and the food cheap. Most places only have electricity until midnight, giving you a nice place to watch the stars at night. Avoid the holiday season when the crowds peak.
Ko Tarutao National Marine Park consists of 51 islands located in the Andaman Sea. Ko Tarutao is the main island and wjere the park headquarters is located. There are no lodges, resorts, restaurants, or bars on the island. There is just the park’s canteen and a small store that is only open until 8pm. Accommodation is simply cheap bungalows or tents. For those looking for a cheap and rustic island in Thailand, this place is it.
The island of Ko Chang is a tropical marine national park. Situated in the east near the Cambodian border, it's Thailand's second largest island after Phuket. Recently, with the surge in development and popularity, Ko Chang is Thailand's new popular tourist destination. With its chain of white sandy coves and beaches, pristine rain forests, abundant wildlife, coral reefs, high mountain peaks, waterfalls, and great nightlife, Ko Chang is one of Thailand's most sought after holiday destinations. The east side of the island is very underdeveloped and is a good way to get away from the other tourists.
Surin National Park is found some 60 km off the west coast of Phang Nga province. The excellent diving, snorkeling, hiking and game fishing are what most visitors come for, and those hoping to find a quiet refuge from the tourist traps will be delighted with the lack of "development." Surin Nuea is also home to a community of around 150 Moken, or "sea gypsies", who have settled there on a semi-permanent basis for several decades. The islands are protected and can only be visited by organized tours, which helps keep the diving good and the crowds thin.
The Similan Islands are composed of nine granite islands washed by a clear blue tropical ocean and blessed with some of the world’s finest beaches. Despite a history of abuse, the islands and reefs have recovered. Boats entering the Similan Islands have to follow strict rules imposed and controlled by the national park officials, have to use the moorings prepared by the national park and use closed waste water systems to avoid any pollution.
Ko Lanta is popular with tourists seeking a holiday away from the parties. It is more relaxed than nearby Ko Phi Phi: more walking on the beach and watching the sunset than drinking and dancing. The beaches are never really full here even if the island is.
Ko Mak is really off the beaten path. This is a great place for people who want a tranquil environment. Amongst 10,000 palm trees, there’s a temple, three fishing community villages, rubber plantations, and two uninhabited beaches. Hardly anyone comes here, except couples and divers. Koh Mak is the perfect place to relax, explore, calm your mind and soothe your senses.
Trips to these Thai islands will give you peace, quiet, wide beaches, clear water, and few people. Let’s keep the secret between us though so it stays that way for as long as possible, otherwise these tropical island treasures will be ruined a lighting pace.
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