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Similan Islands National Park 

Overview

The Similan Islands National Park is one of Thailand’s most stunning marine destinations, established after a one-year exploration by the forestry department. The park features an archipelago of nine main islands, including:
Ko Miang, Ko Payan, Ko Payu, Ko Similan, Ko Hok, Ko Ha, Ko Bangu, Ko Bon, and Ko Tachai.

In 1998, the park was expanded to include the remote islands of Ko Bon and Ko Tachai, offering even more pristine beaches and excellent snorkeling spots.

Located 50 kilometres from Khao Lak, the name “Similan” comes from the Yawi language, meaning “nine”, referring to the original nine islands of the archipelago.