About Ko Phayam
Ko Phayam is off the coast of Ranong Province (Ko Chang, about 4 km distant, is the largest). It lies about 33 km from the mouth of the Ranong River. It is inhabited by about 160 families. For those who want to get away from it all, Ko Phayam is reminiscent of what Ko Samui was like 30 years ago before the airport and hotel developments. Ao Yai is the largest bay on the west coast, about 3 km long and 300 m wide, with a grey sand beach.
More background: Ko Phayam on Wikivoyage
When to go
Best months for Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi, Trang, Satun): Dec to Mar. Month-by-month guide
- Jan Best
- Feb Best
- Mar Best
- Apr Good
- May Mixed
- Jun Avoid
- Jul Avoid
- Aug Avoid
- Sep Avoid
- Oct Mixed
- Nov Good
- Dec Best
Regional weather guide, not specific to Ko Phayam. Tap a month for details.
