Bottle Beach, Ko Pha Ngan

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Despite being one of the least developed parts of the island, Ko Pha Ngan's north coast, with the fishing village of Chaloklum at its centre has a surprisingly good range of beaches and accommodation to choose from. This stretch of beaches and bays has something for everyone — from families with young children to night-owls and outdoorsy types to dedicated hammock-swingers. Ao Chaloklum is the largest bay, sweeping across from the west to around the centre of the north coast. Further to the east lies the miniscule Haad Khom, followed by the ever-increasingly popular Haad Khuad.

Ao Chaloklum
Chaloklum is Ko Pha Ngan's second port and also a major fishing village. Chaloklum has always been considered one of the most authentic areas on Ko Pha Ngan, and hasn't seen the same influx of tourists until recent years. Now the higher end resorts are creeping in, and many bungalows are going more upscale, but Chaloklum will always retain a certain ... Read our complete Ko Pha Ngan North Coast travel guide

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