Koh Ma is a small island connected to Phangan by a 200-meter long shallow sandbar. At low tide you can actually walk across from Mae Haad Beach to the island through crystal-clear water. At high tide the sandbar disappears and you need to swim or kayak.

What makes Koh Ma special: It’s Koh Phangan’s best-known snorkelling spot. The reef around it is a protected zone where fishing is banned, so there’s noticeably more coral and fish than anywhere else on the island. Entry is free.

North-west tip of Koh Phangan, linked to Mae Haad Beach. Part of Ko Pha-Ngan District, Surat Thani.
Beautiful beach, day-trips 500 THB, stop 1-2 hours. Easy in summer months when water is calm.

• Walk the natural sandbar at low tide (most unique experience)
• Snorkel over colorful corals – angelfish, parrotfish, clownfish
• Sunset walk – aerial panorama of Koh Phangan island
• Kayak from Mae Haad Beach to Koh Ma
• Relax on Mae Haad Beach with coconut and fresh fruit

Protected Marine Park – Fishing banned = more coral and fish. Best at high tide when reef is covered. Bring your own snorkel or rent at Mae Haad 100-200 THB. Water depth 1-4m, very safe for beginners. Colorful corals, sea fans, tropical fish.

• Check tide table – walk at low tide, snorkel at high tide
• Bring reef-safe sunscreen, no touching coral
• Entry Free, no ticket
• Best time: Nov-Apr calm sea, summer easier to walk
• Combine with Koh Phangan north tour: Chaloklum, Bottle Beach