“The islands' shape resembles a pair of female breasts (hence the Thai name), making them a magnificent backdrop for Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park and a key destination for scenic boat tours.”

Koh Nom Sao consists of two small limestone islands situated closely together in the bay of Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park. The islands' name comes from their distinctive physical appearance, resembling a pair of female breasts, establishing them as one of the best-known natural symbols in the Sam Roi Yot sea area. The islands are predominantly limestone covered with vegetation and lack beaches for landing. However, their main beauty lies in the surrounding scenery when viewed from a boat or from the Khao Daeng canal coast.

Although landing on the islands is not permitted, Koh Nom Sao is crucially important for its landscape and ecological value. The islands serve as a spectacular backdrop when viewed from Sam Phraya Beach or from the Khao Daeng viewpoint. They are particularly featured during boat tours to observe the scenery and local fishing lifestyle near the Khao Daeng canal mouth. Tour boats approach the islands to allow visitors to capture the impressive sight of the twin rock formations standing prominently in the blue sea, which often features clear, azure water.

The main activities associated with Koh Nom Sao are scenic boat trips and photography. Koh Nom Sao is part of the National Park's boat route that showcases the biodiversity and limestone mountains within the Sam Roi Yot Bay. Tourists will experience the genuine tranquility and majesty of nature, with Koh Nom Sao serving as the focal point of the vista. The best time to view the islands is in the morning, when the sunlight hits the islands and the sea is calm.

Koh Nom Sao is particularly appealing to Landscape Photographers who seek to capture unique and powerful natural elements, as the islands' shape is distinct and stands out in the sea. It also creates a romantic atmosphere for couples taking boat trips to witness the sunrise or sunset, with Koh Nom Sao forming a beautiful silhouette.

We invite everyone to take a boat trip to view Koh Nom Sao, the symbol of natural beauty in Sam Roi Yot, and let this pair of limestone islands become an unforgettable impression of your visit to Prachuap Khiri Khan.


How to Get There

Chartered/Tour Boat:

  • Contact longtail boat tour operators at the Khao Daeng Canal Pier or Bang Pu Pier within Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park to charter a boat for a tour around the bay.

Private Car:

  • Drive to the National Park Office or Khao Daeng/Bang Pu Piers to board a boat.

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit:

  • Year-round, but the period from November to May offers the calmest seas and clearest water.

Photography:

  • It is recommended to use a Telephoto Lens when photographing Koh Nom Sao from the shore or a boat to make the islands' form stand out more prominently.

Activities:

  • Since landing on the island is not permitted, the main activities focus on boat touring and scenic photography.

Fees:

  • Be prepared with the National Park entrance fee in advance (as the island is within the National Park area).

Admission Fee (National Park Fee)

  • Adult (Local Visitors): 200 THB (Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park entry fee)

  • Child (Local Visitors): 100 THB (Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park entry fee)

  • Adult (Foreign Visitors): 400 THB (Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park entry fee)

  • Child (Foreign Visitors): 200 THB (Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park entry fee)

  • Note: The boat fee for the island tour is an additional service charge paid to the operator.

Opening Hours

  • Park Entrance Hours: 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM (for ticket purchase)

  • Island Boat Trips: Depend on the chartered boat schedule (recommended to take the boat in the early morning for the best light).

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