Koh Bulon
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Koh Bulon Information
Thailand’s hidden gem is located nearby the Tarutao National Marine Park. The natural beauty of this beautiful island attracts so many visitors especially families and backpackers who are looking for an isolated place to chill and relax. If you’re coming from Bangkok, Phuket, Kuala Lumpur, or Singapore, the easiest and fastest way to get to Bulon is to take a plane to Trang or Hat Yai. Many travelers book a combined minibus/speedboat ticket from Hat Yai or Trang to Koh Bulon. The ferry/speedboat trips are always a good option when it comes to traveling between the islands of Thailand. You can find day trips to Bulon from several islands like Phuket from Rassada Pier, the trip will take 4 hours to reach the island. From Koh Phi Phi’s Tonsai Pier, the speedboat trip will take around 3 hours. From Koh Lipe, the speedboat departs from Pattaya Beach to reach Bulon in only one hour. And many other islands like Lanta, Koh Ngai, Koh Mook, Koh Kradan, and Satun.
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About Koh Bulon
Koh Bulon is a small island located in Satun Province in the Andaman Sea. The island was rated one of the most amazing islands in Thailand. This little gem is unspoiled and it is far away from mass tourism.
Its full name is often written as Koh Bulon Leh (or Bulone Le), and it sits between the mainland pier at Pak Bara and the better-known islands further out to sea. That position is what makes Koh Bulon an easy stop on an island-hopping trip through the Andaman coast rather than a detour.
The island is compact enough to explore on foot. There are no roads or cars in the usual sense, so getting around means walking sandy paths between the beach, the small village and the guesthouses spread along the shore.
How to get to Koh Bulon
There is no airport on the island, so every arrival is by boat. Our booking system currently lists 43 routes bookable routes to and from Koh Bulon, with fares starting from ฿600.
Boats stop offshore at Koh Bulon rather than at a concrete pier. Longtail boats meet arriving services and take passengers the last stretch to the beach, so pack your luggage with a short transfer over open water in mind.
Because the island sits on the Andaman coast, services are seasonal and weather-dependent. Sailings are most frequent during the dry season and can be reduced or suspended during the monsoon months, so check the live timetable for your travel date before you commit to accommodation.
Operators serving the island
Two operators appear most often on this route network: Bundhaya Speed Boat and Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club. Both are established Andaman island-hopping companies, and each publishes its own timetable, luggage allowance and cancellation terms.
When you compare options, check the Bundhaya Speed Boat and Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club listing on the results page for the exact departure time, journey duration and ticket conditions that apply to your booking.
Popular routes to and from Koh Bulon
The island connects to several of the best-known destinations in the Andaman Sea, which makes it easy to slot into a longer itinerary heading either north towards Krabi or south towards the Malaysian border.
- Koh Lipe — the busiest connection in the group, and the main southern hub for onward travel.
- Koh Lanta — a popular northbound link with onward road and ferry connections.
- Koh Phi Phi — the longest of the common hops, usually travelled as part of a multi-island route.
- Koh Ngai — a short hop into the Trang island group.
- Koh Mook — home of the Emerald Cave, and an easy add-on to a Trang itinerary.
- Koh Kradan — another quiet Trang island frequently paired with this one.
Several of these islands are served on the same north–south boat corridor, so an island-hopping ticket can often be built by stringing together consecutive legs rather than backtracking to the mainland.
Ports and connections
On the mainland, the natural gateway is Pak Bara pier in Satun Province, which is also the departure point for boats to the Tarutao and Adang archipelagos. Travellers coming from further afield generally reach the coast overland first and then transfer to a boat.
If you are arriving from Hat Yai, Trang, Krabi or Phuket, search for a combined journey rather than booking each leg separately — through-tickets on the results page show the full connection, including any road transfer, in a single booking.
Practical travel information
The island has no ATM or a bank so you better withdraw the needed cash for your stay before going on your trip to Bulon. Many small guesthouses, restaurants and boat operators accept cash only, and there is no reliable way to top up once you arrive.
A few other things worth knowing before you travel:
- Bring cash in small notes for meals, longtail transfers and local purchases.
- Expect a beach landing — waterproof bags and shoes you can get wet are useful.
- Book accommodation ahead in high season; the island has limited rooms.
- Check the return leg when you book, as departure options can be fewer than arrivals.
- Mobile signal and power can be limited in places, so download tickets and maps in advance.
What to see and do
The main draw is the beach itself: a long stretch of white sand with clear, shallow water that is good for swimming for most of the day. Snorkelling is popular just offshore, and longtail boats can be arranged locally for trips to nearby reefs and smaller islands.
Beyond the water, the island rewards slow travel. Walking trails cross the interior between the beaches and the fishing village, and the small scale of the place means you can cover most of it in a day. Evenings are quiet — there is no nightlife scene, which is exactly why many visitors come.
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Koh Bulon Highlights
Kayaking
Head to the beach
Explore the island on foot
Take a stroll in the forest
Frequently asked questions
What are the tourist seasons ?
Phuket
Phuket really just has two seasons, which are known as "high season" and "low season" (or "green season"). During the low season months (May–September), boat numbers are reduced. During the high season (October–April), boats to the surrounding islands are increased so you will have some more options.
Koh Samui
There are three distinct weather seasons on the tropical island of Koh Samui: the dry season (December until February), the hot season (March until August) and the rainy season (September until November).
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