AMAZING KOH PHANGAN | Important Travel Tips
Although Koh Phangan is indeed a very safe place there are few important pointers to bear in mind when visitings.


Drugs
There is a zero tolerance policy with regards to drugs from the authorities. Huge fines or even worse long time imprisonment awaits the unfortunate. We urge you to simply stay away from drugs.

Motorbikes & Driving
You guessed it: most accidents on motorbikes stem from intoxicated parties hopping on a moped and crashing shortly afterwards. Having said that, some roads are less than ideal so we urge you to keep in mind to go very slow, use low gear when going uphill and to remember that driving is on the left.

Be careful getting off the bike as not to burn yourself on the exhaust.

Trekking & Rock Climbing
Koh Phangan is a big island and we do not recommend you to go trekking or rock climbing without a guide. It gets dark quickly and you wouldn't want to get caught far into the mountainside not knowing where you are or how to get down.

Theft
There is relatively little problems with theft on the island, but should it happen simple venture down to the police station near Thongsala to get a report written so your insurance will cover it.

Keep a few easy steps in mind: always leave your valuables in the room safe (if possible) or with the resort's reception. Close windows and doors properly and don't tempt anyone. Should you get unlucky, then please keep in mind that the most likely suspect is another traveler.