Koh Tapao Yai Island

There are two islands close to Phuket’s east coast at Cape Panwa. The larger island is, “Koh Tapao Yai” and the smaller, “Koh Tapao Noi.” There are no real facilities on these islands, and they are not especially beautiful. Visitors to the Koh Tapao Yai Island usually come for a convenient trip from Phuket just to get away for a couple hours on the beach which is not usually crowded at all.

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Where is Ko Tapao Yai Island on Phuket?
• The island is about 1,500 ft. (457 m) east of the Cape Panwa Pier to the immediate south of Cape Panwa Beach on Phuket’s east coast.
What are the GPS coordinates of Ko Tapao Yai Island?
• GPS Data: 07° 49` 50” N, 98° 24` 51” E
How far is Ko Tapao Yai Island from Patong, Phuket Town, and the airport?
kilometers is the distance from Ko Tapao Yai Island to Patong
kilometers is the distance from Ko Tapao Yai Island to Phuket Town
kilometers is the distance from Ko Tapao Yai Island to the airport
Are taxis available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
What beaches are surrounding Ko Tapao Yai Island?
In addition to Koh Tapao Yai Beach on the northeast side of the island, is a beach on the Southeastern coast and a small (probably private) beach on the Northwest coast.
Which direction does Ko Tapao Yai Island face?
The main beach faces North.
How long is the beachfront (beach length) at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
488 meters (1,600 ft.)
How wide is the beach (beach width) at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
4.6 meter (15 ft.) on average.
What is the estimated beach area of Ko Tapao Yai Island?
24,000 square meters (24,000 square ft.)
How is the quality of the beach at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

Poor, a lot of mud mixed with the sand. Beach is very small (thin).

What is the nature of the ocean floor at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
Sandy and muddy, with rocks scattered around.
Are there restroom and shower facilities available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
What features/amenities are available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

A lot of sand and numerous beaches around the island. The beaches amount to not much more than just patches of dirty sand. Not very scenic. Not worth a stop.

Lifeguard available? Is there a lifeguard on duty at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Sunbeds available? Can you rent sunbeds at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No, no resorts here.
Umbrellas available? Can you rent umbrellas at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Is Ko Tapao Yai Island a public or private beach, and are there any entrance fees?
Public? Not sure.
Water quality? What is the condition of the water quality at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
OK, muddy and usually unclear.
Boat anchorage possible? Can boats anchor at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
Yes, all around the island.
Boat dock and marina? Is there a boat dock or marina at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
Yes, but it seems private.
Is it possible to rent a longtail boat at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Are speedboat or longtail boat tours available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Sea inflow? Is there a sea inflow at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
How gradual is the slope into the sea until it reaches a depth of 1 meter at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
3-5m
Is there a convenience shop available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No, nothing here.
Attractions? What attractions can be found at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

None

Activities? What activities are available for visitors at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

Relax on a towel on the beach and swim.

FKK possible? Is nude bathing or FKK (naturist culture) allowed at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
It is probably possible to find a private place here.
Are massages offered at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Is it possible to picnic at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
Yes, if you bring your own. There is nowhere to buy food here.
Is it possible to surf at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

No

Is smoking allowed at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

High fines possible.

Warnings – what should one be cautious of at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

Many rocks and very few people. No real reason to stop here.

Is there waste runoff into the sea at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

At present, we don't have any information on the existence of a beach club here. If you possess more recent information, we would appreciate an update from you. Please do so by completing the 'Suggest an Update' form.

At present, we don't have any information on the existence of beach restaurants/bars here. If you possess more recent information, we would appreciate an update from you. Please do so by completing the 'Suggest an Update' form.

At present, we don't have any information on the existence of beach accomodations here. If you possess more recent information, we would appreciate an update from you. Please do so by completing the 'Suggest an Update' form.

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Koh Tapao Yai Island

There are two islands close to Phuket’s east coast at Cape Panwa. The larger island is, “Koh Tapao Yai” and the smaller, “Koh Tapao Noi.” There are no real facilities on these islands, and they are not especially beautiful. Visitors to the Koh Tapao Yai Island usually come for a convenient trip from Phuket just to get away for a couple hours on the beach which is not usually crowded at all.

Where is Ko Tapao Yai Island on Phuket?
• The island is about 1,500 ft. (457 m) east of the Cape Panwa Pier to the immediate south of Cape Panwa Beach on Phuket’s east coast.
What are the GPS coordinates of Ko Tapao Yai Island?
• GPS Data: 07° 49` 50” N, 98° 24` 51” E
How far is Ko Tapao Yai Island from Patong, Phuket Town, and the airport?
kilometers is the distance from Ko Tapao Yai Island to Patong
kilometers is the distance from Ko Tapao Yai Island to Phuket Town
kilometers is the distance from Ko Tapao Yai Island to the airport
Are taxis available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
What beaches are surrounding Ko Tapao Yai Island?
In addition to Koh Tapao Yai Beach on the northeast side of the island, is a beach on the Southeastern coast and a small (probably private) beach on the Northwest coast.
Which direction does Ko Tapao Yai Island face?
The main beach faces North.
How long is the beachfront (beach length) at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
488 meters (1,600 ft.)
How wide is the beach (beach width) at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
4.6 meter (15 ft.) on average.
What is the estimated beach area of Ko Tapao Yai Island?
24,000 square meters (24,000 square ft.)
How is the quality of the beach at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

Poor, a lot of mud mixed with the sand. Beach is very small (thin).

What is the nature of the ocean floor at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
Sandy and muddy, with rocks scattered around.
Are there restroom and shower facilities available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
What features/amenities are available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

A lot of sand and numerous beaches around the island. The beaches amount to not much more than just patches of dirty sand. Not very scenic. Not worth a stop.

Lifeguard available? Is there a lifeguard on duty at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Sunbeds available? Can you rent sunbeds at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No, no resorts here.
Umbrellas available? Can you rent umbrellas at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Is Ko Tapao Yai Island a public or private beach, and are there any entrance fees?
Public? Not sure.
Water quality? What is the condition of the water quality at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
OK, muddy and usually unclear.
Boat anchorage possible? Can boats anchor at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
Yes, all around the island.
Boat dock and marina? Is there a boat dock or marina at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
Yes, but it seems private.
Is it possible to rent a longtail boat at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Are speedboat or longtail boat tours available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Sea inflow? Is there a sea inflow at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
How gradual is the slope into the sea until it reaches a depth of 1 meter at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
3-5m
Is there a convenience shop available at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No, nothing here.
Attractions? What attractions can be found at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

None

Activities? What activities are available for visitors at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

Relax on a towel on the beach and swim.

FKK possible? Is nude bathing or FKK (naturist culture) allowed at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
It is probably possible to find a private place here.
Are massages offered at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
No
Is it possible to picnic at Ko Tapao Yai Island?
Yes, if you bring your own. There is nowhere to buy food here.
Is it possible to surf at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

No

Is smoking allowed at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

High fines possible.

Warnings – what should one be cautious of at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

Many rocks and very few people. No real reason to stop here.

Is there waste runoff into the sea at Ko Tapao Yai Island?

At present, we don't have any information on the existence of a beach club here. If you possess more recent information, we would appreciate an update from you. Please do so by completing the 'Suggest an Update' form.

At present, we don't have any information on the existence of beach restaurants/bars here. If you possess more recent information, we would appreciate an update from you. Please do so by completing the 'Suggest an Update' form.

At present, we don't have any information on the existence of beach accomodations here. If you possess more recent information, we would appreciate an update from you. Please do so by completing the 'Suggest an Update' form.

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