Neighbouring islands overview
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Fact
Koh Samui is the largest island of its group. To the north: Koh Phangan (~168 km2, 15 km away) and Koh Tao (~21 km2, ~50-70 km away) with tiny Koh Nang Yuan beside it. To the west: the 42 islands of Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park (~28-30 km away). To the south: small islands Koh Tan, Koh Mudsum, Koh Rap and the Five Islands (Koh Si Koh Ha), all within a short longtail boat ride of Thong Krut and Taling Ngam.
Value
Samui archipelago: Phangan 168 km2 / Tao 21 km2 / Ang Thong 42 islands / southern islets
Notes
Ang Thong park covers ~102 km2 of sea and islands.
Sources
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