Anchorage· Koh Phanak· Thailand

Koh Phanak East Bay Anchorage

8° 11.2′ N · 98° 29.6′ E

The Koh Phanak anchorage for the southwest monsoon, in secure mud on the island's east side.

Phuket & Phang Nga BayKoh Lanta to Koh LipeKoh Samui & the Gulf of Thailand

Practical

Southeast Asia Pilot waypoint 08°11.213N 98°29.626E. About 4 m, mud, secure holding. Approach from the east and anchor where the depth suits you. The east-side hong is hard to get into, and only below mid-tide. Ao Phang Nga National Park fee is collected in cash by rangers who come to the boat: Southeast Asia Pilot quotes 400 THB per person per day (undated, verify locally); a cruising yacht in January 2025 paid 300 THB per person on a receipt valid five days.

Best for

SW-monsoon shelter at Koh Phanak

Season

Recommended in the SW monsoon (May–Oct)

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