Koh Adang
The big jungle island across the channel from Koh Lipe, with the Chado Cliff viewpoint over both islands, a year-round waterfall and national park camping at Laem Son.
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Why go, and how to do it well
Koh Adang is the mountain you look at from Koh Lipe's Pattaya Beach, a jungle-covered island of about 29 square kilometers rising to 690 meters, a short longtail ride across the channel. Lipe is the one with the bars and guesthouses; Adang is protected national park, and the contrast is the reason to cross. The park station at Laem Son on the southern tip has a long beach, bungalows, a camping ground and a canteen, and two Urak Lawoi villages sit on the northeast coast.
The classic half day is the climb to Pha Chado, the Chado Cliff, an old pirate lookout with the view everyone photographs, Lipe and the beaches of Adang laid out below in shades of turquoise. A trail inland leads to the Chon Salat waterfall, which runs all year. Most snorkeling trips from Lipe stop off Adang's coast, but staying a night in a park tent is the way to have the place to yourself.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Tours that include Koh Adang
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Koh Adang, round out your day in Koh Lipe with contrasting stops nearby.
Ko Tarutao, Mueang Satun District
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Check Island Closures
Similan Islands, Surin Islands, and Koh Tachai close mid-May to mid-October. Some smaller islands reduce ferry service in monsoon season. Always verify schedules before planning your route.
Snorkel Gear Is Cheap to Buy
Rental gear is often scratched and ill-fitting. Buy a decent mask and snorkel at a Big C for 300–500 THB — cheaper than two days of rentals and much more hygienic.
Bring Cash to Smaller Islands
ATMs on smaller islands like Koh Kood, Koh Mak, and Koh Yao charge high fees and sometimes run out of cash. Withdraw enough on the mainland before heading over.
Koh Adang: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Koh Adang worth visiting?
Koh Adang holds a 4.7★ rating from 130 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated islands in Koh Lipe.
When is the best time to visit Koh Adang?
The best months to visit Koh Lipe are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Chinese New Year — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (monsoon; many businesses close).
Where is Koh Adang located?
Koh Adang is at Ko Tarutao, Mueang Satun District, in Koh Lipe. Getting around Koh Lipe: Walking — the island is under 3 km end to end; Motorbike taxis with sidecars for luggage runs.
Also popular in Koh Lipe
Sunrise Beach (Koh Lipe)
Koh Lipe's long, east-facing white-sand beach, with calm shallows, the longtail stand for snorkel trips and the view across to Koh Adang.
Chado Cliff Viewpoint 3
A stunning clifftop viewpoint on Ko Adang offering sweeping panoramic views over Koh Lipe and the Andaman Sea.
Theseason sunset bar by Theclifflipe resort
A clifftop sunset bar on Koh Lipe offering sweeping sea views and drinks in a mid-range, relaxed setting.
Akira Lipe Resort
A well-regarded beachside resort on Koh Lipe offering a relaxed island escape in southern Thailand.
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