Ao Bang Po is also known as Ao Bang Por and it has a lovely stretch of beach that offers breathtaking views over the blue seas to Koh Phangan. The beach is two and a half miles long and fringed by swaying palm trees that create picture-perfect scenery.
The land prices in Bang Po are some of the cheapest on Koh Samui, resulting in new houses and housing developments popping up in the hilly areas at the back of the village that have unrivalled views over the Gulf of Thailand.
The shallow coral reefs boast some excellent snorkeling as the waters are less polluted than in the more touristy areas. Bang Po is a tiny place with a few local restaurants on the beach and a lush, hilly backdrop, making it one of the most scenically diverse places on Koh Samui.
Getting There & Away
Ao Bang Po is only 10 minutes from Nathon, the island’s capital and main port that brings in tourists from the mainland and other islands. The airport is a 40-minute drive from Bang Por, which can be done in a car, a private taxi or songthaew (shared taxi) as Bang Po sits on the main ring road.
Things to Do
Ao Bang Po Attractions
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A sanctuary for famillies with a giant play area with bouncy castles for children and a beachfront restaurant and bar for adults.