Kong Hin Khao and Kong Hin Khiao – These overlaying rocks have submarine alcoves, whereby many fish frequent.
     Kong Hin Chumphon – Many fish frequent this area on the northwestern part of the island. During breeding season in March – April, this area is closed from any fishing activities.
     Ban Mae Hat – Pier, transportation terminal, diving schools and shops renting diving gear, concentrate in this economic centre of the island.
     Kong Sai Daeng – Rarely seen black-eared shark frequent the red sandstone by the mouth of Thian Nok Bay. 

     The best period is from December to April.  It is possible to travel to Koh Tao during the rainy season (May to October), though obviously, you should be prepared to run into showers and rainstorms.

Travel to Koh Tao by Boat

Koh Pha-ngan - Koh Tao
     Songserm Express Boat leaves Koh Pha-ngan’s Thong Sala pier at 12 noon daily. Travelling time is 2 hours.  The fare is 250 baht.   Speedboats leave Thong Sala pier on Koh Tao at 8.30 a.m. and 1 p.m.  Travelling time is 1 hour. The fare is 350 baht

Koh Samui - Koh Tao
     A boat departs from Ko Samui at 11 a.m. to Koh Tao via Koh Pha-ngan. The boat arrives Koh Tao at 1.30 p.m.  The fare is 350 baht.   Speedboats leave Maenam Pier on Ko Samui at 8 a.m.  Travelling time is 1 ½ hours.  The fare is 550 baht.  Call Lomphrayah 0 7745 617 ot Songserm Travel 0 7742 0157 for details.

Surat Thani – Kho Tao
A night boat departs from Surat Thani at 8 p.m.and arrives Koh Tao at 8 a.m. The fare is 250 baht.