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AO THIAN OG

34 miles from ao Nathon, Samui

CHALOK BAAN KAO BAY. 10° 3.756N, 99° 49.279E AO THIAN OG. 10° 3.674N, 99° 49.960E

Both of these bays offer protection in the northeast season in 10-15 metres, although the bottom is fairly rocky. There are restaurants and bungalows ashore, with good access at high tide only.

In the southwest monsoon, shelter can be found just to the north in ao leuk. anchor well out into the middle of the bay in 10-12 metres. this bay is a popular diving spot and moorings may be available.

Pandemic impact

The current edition was published just a few months before the Covid-19 pandemic started to bite. We have not attempted to update this online version (or the new ebook version) as some situations change rapidly, while others are subject to unverifiable rumour.

So, if you are cruising now, please verify information before setting out for your destination and please understand that amenities ashore may be less than posted here or in the book. As 'compensation', you'll find many islands and beaches in the kind of pristine condition not seen for many years in the more developed tourist destinations.