How much is a holiday on Koh Phangan?

How much is 14 days vacation in Thailand? We assume two different scenarios, from which you should roughly your own holiday cost can calculate! All prices in Thai Baht as the exchange rate fluctuates.

Scenario 1: 14 Days Thailand Vacation on Koh Phangan

If you really want to do the stress of a 14-only stay in Thailand or you just do not have time left, you will need a certain amount of comfort to not fly back to Germany completely exhausted. Consider the long flight as well as the time and climate change! On Flight to Thailand costs depending on the season, airline and luck between 400 and 800 Euro. As you can see, comparing fares can be worthwhile. In Bangkok you can directly from Suvanarbhumi Airport via Bangkok Airways to Koh Samui fly. This flight will cost you at least 3000 THB, the last flight leaves Bangkok for 22 PM. Now only a short boat ride separates you from Koh Phangan! For a late arrival is the Getting to Koh Phangan On the same day may not be possible, unless you want go by speedboat (from 8000 THB). Taxi rides on Koh Samui are relatively expensive, so it is recommended Hotel in Maenam or Nathon to book and on site Ticket for the Lomprayah catamaran including pick-up from the hotel zu kaufen.

Rest on Koh Phangan

There are already only 13 or 12 vacation days left, another day you have to deduct for the return trip to Bangkok. Therefore, yours should be Hotel on Koh Phangan in the part of the island where you want to spend the most time. So who is looking for a party, decides for Ban Tai, You can swim in the best Thong Nai Pan, etc. (info about all beaches here). A 2-3 star hotel costs you depending on the season and location 800-2000THB per night. During the Full Moon Party are the Prices up to 100% higher!

Our recommendation for your accommodation on Koh Phangan

May it be something better? Our recommendations for Luxury hotels on Koh Phangan. Eating in a hotel is generally more expensive than in restaurants or “street food” markets. Especially if you like Thai food, it is advisable to eat outside, as even a “fried rice” in the hotel restaurant can quickly cost upwards of 120 THB! For all other prices see scenario 2:

Scenario 2: Thailand Vacation with Round Trip 14 days stay on Koh Phangan 

If you are planning a longer stay in Thailand, the Getting to Koh Phangan Significantly cheaper: With the Train or bus from Bangkok you can get to Koh Phangan (Song Serm) from around THB 800. It is a little more comfortable with the Government Bus, which costs around 1000THB. The journey by bus or train naturally takes more time than the flight from Bangkok to Samui. A faster one, yet cheaper alternative is the flight to Nakhon Si Tammarat or Suratthani. Air Asia and Nok Air offer both combination tickets including transfer and ferry. The prices for such a ticket start at around 1500 THB, the entire trip takes around 6 hours.

Outdoor

The easiest way to get on Koh Phangan by scooter or motorcycle from A to B. You can rent a scooter from about 200 THB per day, a full tank costs about 100 THB. However, be careful, a damaged scooter (possibly in conjunction with medical expenses) can be very fast very expensive! (more here). Otherwise you can use “taxis”, i.e. pickups with fixed prices, as well as motorbike taxis.

Taxi prices Koh Phangan

(Price always always per person, if you drive alone it can be more expensive).

• Thongsala - Haad Rin: 150 THB
• Haad Yao - Thong Sala: 150 THB
• Thongsala - Srithanu: 150 THB
• Haad Yuan - Haad Rin: 500 THB
• Thong Nai Pan - Ban Tai: 500 THB
• Thongsala - Chaloklam: 400 THB

Meals

Although the prices on Koh Phangan are higher compared to the mainland, you can continue to eat very cheaply. Especially who is up Thaifood can limit, can get by with little money. In general, you can assume that the prices are cheapest at small food stalls and street restaurants. However, you can't always rely on the cook understanding English... The “Night Market” in Thongsala is a good opportunity to try many different dishes at reasonable prices.

Prices for food in Thailand (Koh Phangan)

• Fried Rice or Pad Thai with Chicken: From 50 THB
• Noodle Soup: 40 THB
• Chicken skewer: 15 THB
• Whole fish in the restaurant: from 300 THB
• Hamburger: 180-250 THB (eg Food Factory in Thongsala)
• All you can eat BBQ: 189 THB (eg Winwin BBQ in Thongsala).
• Eating 4 dishes for 2 people in Standard Thai Restaurant: 300-500THB

Gertänkepreise

• Water in Thai Takeaway Restaurant: Free
• Water from the bottle: 10-20THB
• Cola / soft drinks: 20 THB
• Beer (small): 60-80 THB
• Fruit shake: 30-50 THB
• Wine (glass): from 100 THB
• Cocktail: from 120 THB (Happy Hour excluded)
• Bucket with Thai whiskey & cola: from 300 THB

go out

You can already see from the relationship between the prices of food and drinks that the nightlife in Thailand is fast "expensive" can be. At least it should be noted that alcohol is not cheap in Thailand. Most Parties on Koh Phangan They now charge an entrance fee, which varies between 300 and 1000 THB. One or more free drinks are usually included. The prices for drinks within the party are usually within the same range as stated above. Should it take you to one of the “Lady bars“It is important to note that the drinks you give to the girls are more expensive than your own (so-called Lady drinks).

Withdraw money in Thailand

With which means of payment is the holiday finally paid? We do not think it makes sense to take EURO from Germany with you. It makes more sense to carry a credit card and to withdraw cash at the ATM. The cheapest and safest way is to withdraw money in Thailand by credit card. If you do not have a credit card, we recommend you in this guide two cards that are free and do not charge any fees abroad.

 Conclusion: How much money do you need in Thailand?

  Based on the prices given here you should start with the first scenario of 40.000THB and the second holiday program of 18-20.000THB for the time on Koh Phangan. As you can see, much depends on your own behavior and the leisure program. Who likes to chill out on the beach and does not go out every evening, will need less money than anyone, anybody Party would like to visit and also some Day Tours want to do.  Just tell us what your holiday on Koh Phangan cost you in the end!