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Ko Tao is a tiny island, only twenty sq km and just about half of that too rough to access. At first the islandwas not populated, frequented only by fisherman from nearby islands when in search of shelter during storms or when they require fresh water and food. It seems extraordinary that such a tourist paradise should have been initially set up as a top-security prison. Bizarre, but true. From 1933 until 1947 the islandhoused political prisoners. Being nearly seventy kilometers from the mainland meant it was comparatively escape proof! Alcatraz...piece of cake. Ko Tao is surrounded by lots of Black Tip & Whale sharks too.
Here they found something more then just a new island to explore and soon the backpackernetwork was buzzing about the fantastic newly found tropical island paradise of KohTao.
Hyptomised by the pure white sandy beaches, the back of beyond aura, and of course the cheap living, backpackerssoon arrived in droves.
And yes, you can still snorkel with sharks, and perhaps the odd turtle too, just check out our web site for all the local dive centres available.
Despite KoTao still being under Royal Patronage, plots of land were claimed, and cleared for coconut plantations. You will still see lots of evidence of the huge plantations all over the island. And yes, you can still snorkel with sharks, and perhaps the odd turtle too, just check out our web site for all the local divecentres available. A enormous range of fishes and some amazing coral reefs offer diversall they need. Other day time activities now include kite surfing and Boat tours. It has so much to offer but it still hasn't lost what attracted back packers here in the 1st place, its still a petite piece of tropical paradise for all to share and enjoy. Kho Tao's weatheris almost always a perfect for a holiday. Blue-sky days and a refreshing sea breeze are the norm. For the purists, end of December to late of March is the perfect tropical islandexperience. |
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Bungalow Resorts and Hotels on Koh TaoCharm Churee Villa Resort & SpaAccommodation on Koh Tao |
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