Our plan was to go to Sairee Beach today but after breakfast we found out that the hotel’s beach trip had changed to a beach we had yet to visit, Thian Og Bay (Rocky Bay) with a view of the shark island. We managed to join the rest even though we were short of time.

At Rocky Bay we found out that the tide was low. Unfortunately that made it impossible to snorkel or swim in the water. The only thing that was possible was to walk out and sit down in 30-35 degrees water. No cooling effect at all. We stayed in the shadow all day long instead, reading.

This night we went to Sairee Village and had dinner at Choppers. It was the only place with a lot of people. A little bit loud music and not so tasty food. We went home instead.

Woke up early in the morning to catch the 10:30 ferry to Nangyuan Island. It is a small island outside of Koh Tao. Actually it is three islands that are connected by a T-shaped sand beach. It is said to be a good snorkeling and dive spot.

The check in for the ferry was a bit chaotic but we finally managed to get our tickets. And a nice spot on the boat. Although one of my fins almost did not make it. When I jumped into the boat I dropped it into the water. Fortunately I could get it by using a hook on a pole.

The ride took maybe 20 minutes and was pleasant. At the island we realized that this was one small island. A couple that sat next to us on the boat told us they had first booked a room on the island for 3 nights but changed their mind and would only stay 1 night. Chie and I thought they were lucky to stay only 1 night just after a short look around. Too small. Nothing to do but snorkeling. No nice restaurant. But snorkeling was fun here and we saw a lot of fish.

At 4:30 pm we returned back to Koh Tao. It felt good to return instead of staying. Our plan for the night was to have a dinner at our hotel, which seemed to be a million times better than the facility on the Nangyuan island. But it was definitely worth going there during the day.

The Thipwimarn dinner was good. Chie had Red Curry and I had a grilled White Snapper. Delicious.