🏝️ Best Islands in Thailand – Ranked for 2025
🇹🇭 Looking for the Best Island in Thailand to Visit?
With over 1,400 islands, Thailand offers something for every traveler — white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, epic parties, private villas, coral reefs, and more.
To help you plan your perfect island escape, we’ve ranked the 10 best Thai islands to visit in 2025, based on:
✔️ Accessibility
✔️ Unique experiences
✔️ Budget & luxury stays
✔️ Crowd level
✔️ Seasonality
🏆 Top 10 Islands in Thailand for 2025
1. 🏝️ Phi Phi Islands – Most Famous Island
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Location: Near Phuket & Krabi
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Known For: Maya Bay, turquoise lagoons, snorkeling
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Best For: First-timers, couples, day-trippers
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When to Go: Nov–Apr
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2. 🌅 Koh Samui – Luxury Meets Nightlife
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Location: Gulf of Thailand
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Known For: Resorts, beach clubs, waterfalls
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Best For: Honeymooners, spa lovers, upscale stays
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When to Go: Jan–Sept
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3. 🎉 Koh Phangan – Full Moon Party Island
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Location: Next to Koh Samui
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Known For: World-famous Full Moon Party, chill beaches
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Best For: Young travelers, solo backpackers, party groups
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When to Go: Jan–Aug
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4. 🐠 Koh Tao – Scuba Diving Paradise
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Location: Near Koh Samui & Phangan
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Known For: Affordable diving courses, coral reefs
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Best For: Diving certifications, underwater lovers
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When to Go: Feb–Sept
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5. 🏖️ Phuket – Most Convenient Big Island
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Location: Southern Thailand (Andaman Sea)
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Known For: Beaches, nightlife, airport, island tours
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Best For: Families, first-timers, shopping + beach combo
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When to Go: Nov–Apr
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6. 🌴 Koh Lipe – Thailand’s Hidden Maldives
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Location: Deep South (Satun)
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Known For: Crystal water, peaceful island life
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Best For: Honeymooners, off-the-grid travelers
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When to Go: Nov–May
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7. ⛵ Koh Lanta – Laid-back & Local Vibes
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Location: Krabi Province
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Known For: Chill beaches, long stays, family-friendly
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Best For: Digital nomads, families, slow travelers
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When to Go: Nov–Apr
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8. 🌿 Koh Yao Yai / Koh Yao Noi – Rustic Island Life
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Location: Between Phuket & Krabi
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Known For: Eco resorts, quiet beaches, local life
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Best For: Couples, mature travelers, nature seekers
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When to Go: Nov–Apr
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9. 💃 Koh Chang – Adventure + Jungle Island
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Location: Eastern Thailand (near Cambodia)
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Known For: Rainforests, waterfalls, fewer tourists
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Best For: Backpackers, road trips, budget travelers
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When to Go: Nov–Mar
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10. 🐚 Similan Islands – Snorkeling & Diving Gem
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Location: Near Khao Lak (Phang Nga)
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Known For: Day trips, coral reefs, marine life
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Best For: Day divers, nature lovers, underwater photographers
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Season: Open only Nov to May
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🧭 Which Island Is Right for You?
Travel Style | Best Island(s) |
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Honeymoon | Koh Samui, Koh Lipe, Phi Phi |
First-Time Visit | Phuket, Phi Phi, Krabi |
Party Trip | Koh Phangan, Phuket (Patong) |
Diving | Koh Tao, Similan Islands |
Family Holiday | Phuket, Koh Lanta, Koh Chang |
Off-the-Grid | Koh Yao, Koh Lipe |
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🛥️ Speedboat & ferry transfers
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🏝️ Island-hopping tours (private or group)
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