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Koh Tao holidays
Best time to visit Koh Tao
The strongest periods are January to April and July to August. May to June and September are good shoulder-season alternatives if you prefer fewer crowds. Daytime highs average about 31°C across the main season. Some rain is likely, even in the better months.
How much does a trip to Koh Tao cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £25 a day at the budget end, around £45 a day mid-range and £155+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £830 to £1160 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £505 off-peak, £650 typically and £880 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes. Available accommodation spans cheap & cheerful, simple, comfortable, premium and luxury. The quiz prices the highest available tier that fits your selected minimum and total budget.
What kind of holiday is Koh Tao?
Koh Tao is strongest for diving and watersports, beaches and coastal time, and nightlife. The main settings are tropical islands and coastal scenery, and the pace is balanced.
Strong fit if
- You want diving and watersports, beaches and coastal time, and nightlife.
- You want a balanced mix of downtime and activity.
Think twice if
- Your priorities point in the opposite direction to its pace or setting.
Travel from the UK
Allow roughly 15.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time. This is a substantial journey, so ten nights or more will usually make better use of the travel time.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Koh Tao?
The strongest periods are January to April and July to August. May to June and September are also worth considering for lower crowds. Main-season daytime highs average about 31°C. Some rain is likely, even in the better months.
How much does a trip to Koh Tao cost?
On the ground, including accommodation and everyday spending, allow about £25 a day at the budget end, around £45 a day mid-range and £155+ for high-end travel. A seven-night mid-range trip, including estimated return travel from London, is best treated as a planning range of £830 to £1160 per person. Return travel is modelled at about £505 off-peak, £650 typically and £880 in busy UK travel periods. These are planning estimates rather than live quotes.
How long is the flight or journey to Koh Tao from the UK?
Allow roughly 15.5 hours of modelled flying time from London, before airport and transfer time.
Who is Koh Tao good for?
Koh Tao best suits travellers looking for diving and watersports, beaches and coastal time, and nightlife. Expect tropical islands and coastal scenery, with a balanced pace.