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Via Mae Haad Pier
Almost every trip to Koh Tao begins and ends at this concrete pier, so you'll see it at least twice, whether you plan to or not. Ferries and speedboats depart from here to Chumphon on the mainland and onward to Koh Phangan and Koh Samui. The whole area is more functional than beautiful: ticket booths, luggage storage, touts soliciting customers, and songthaews and taxis waiting outside to take arriving guests to their accommodations. Around the pier, there's a small cluster of shops, restaurants, and dive shops for those with an hour to spare.
The pier itself is never closed, but the boats don't always stay long. Departures are frequent in the mornings and afternoons, so it's sometimes completely quiet, sometimes packed. Boarding becomes chaotic when one boat is unloading and another is being loaded at the same time. That's why I always arrive early instead of leaving at the last minute.
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The best-rated accommodations are within a 13-minute walk.
Experience tips
Combine your visit. After Mae Haad Pier, you can round off your day on Koh Tao with contrasting stops nearby.
3RMF+WP6, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
Tips for visiting the transport sector
Always photograph any existing damage to the scooter before setting off and keep your passport safe – hand over a copy instead (some shops insist on the original; avoid these). Wear a helmet; the police will fine you 500 THB for not wearing one, and accidents without a helmet will result in the loss of your insurance coverage.
Questions about Mae Haad Pier
Mae Haad Pier has a rating of 4.1★ based on 2,823 Google reviews.
Mae Haad Pier is open 24 hours a day. You can find the full daily schedule in the location information on this page. Opening hours may vary on Thai public holidays, so please check before visiting on public holidays.
The best time to visit Koh Tao is from March to September (calmest water, best visibility), as the weather is most reliable during this period. Peak season is December to January and July to August. Those who travel early in the day will generally encounter fewer visitors. Traveling in November (monsoon season with strong waves) should be carefully considered.
Mae Haad Pier is located at 3RMF+WP6, Ko Tao, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand, on Koh Tao. The best way to explore Sairee and Mae Haad on Koh Tao is on foot or by renting a motorbike (200–300 Baht/day; some concrete roads are extremely steep).
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