15 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Visiting KOH PHANGAN, THAILAND (2025)

[@JooseTheNomad]

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[@VirtousStoic]

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[@Tallrikskant]

Those tips are so good, especially the detailed info for the events and locations. Many of the other creators just mention them without any info. 🙏🏾

[@JooseTheNomad]

Glad to hear😊🙏🏽

[@kaide5262]

It so fun to see more and more people talking about koh phangan, I’ve been visiting the island every year for almost my entire life( since I was 5!) and is only recently I’ve started to see it getting the recognition it deserves! It an amazing island and to anyone thinking of visiting I highly recommend it

[@JooseTheNomad]

Yeah it's really the most amazing island😍

[@sylvainhyais8166]

Great video, you speak well, look great and seems to be friendly and good advice. I will come there for 3 weeks next february for a start. I usually run 6 times a week so is it easy to find nice routes to train? I will try to find a place to stay in the forest

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@sylvainhyais8166 thanks so much! Depends on where you stay. In Chaloklum I usually ran on the beach back and forth, Phangan is not the best for running in my opinion😄

[@redbrandy3591]

This is your best video, yet, Joose. Great content, footage, editing. I really liked the premise - 15 things I wish I knew. Captivating. I've only been to Haad Rin Beach a long, long, time ago and had a blast. It was really nice to see it contrasted to all the other beaches and areas. So many activities to experience on Koh Phan Gan. Liked your new sponsor as well. I've read about shares in paintings.

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks so much! Appreciate the feedback🙏🏽 Great to hear!

[@nik5782]

Thank u for the tips Joose. I just came back from phangan , I follow ur guidelines n I did at last 1/3 of ur recommendation. All worthwhile . I also asked u last year abt some tips before going to boracay, n u took the time to answer . Thx , n keep with the great videos

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@nik5782 Great to hear, thanks so much🙏🏽

[@Geo-Pikmin]

Awesome and informative! Here on the island myself! $544 is wild though 😂that can be cut way way down for any travelers who have a smaller budget if you eat at the more local spots and markets that are super cheap. If we see you at indigo we will say sup 👋

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks! Yeah that's what I always say, can be done way more affordably :) half of my spending was the accommodation this time, wish to find a cheaper place next time😄

[@Lahuka]

I stayed in Chaloklum long term almost 10 years ago now, I love that village! My favourite place to watch the sunset is at 420 club overlooking Koh Ma. When I was first there it was an abandoned hotel and you were there alone, but I returned last year and they have opened a bar, they also do some really good Thai food with very friendly staff :) There is some really cool graffiti on the walls as well

[@JooseTheNomad]

Nice! Oh okay I've been thinking of checking it out! So it's not just for the 420 stuff but also can get thai food haha?

[@Lahuka]

@@JooseTheNomad Yeah, to be honest when I went most weren't there to smoke, just people enjoying the views! The food is a bit expensive, but when the view is that good it's worth it :)

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@Lahuka yeah that sounds really good!

[@trancesta8847]

Great tips, thanks for these videos. Had no idea that the main area was actually north of the pier. Agree seems hard to find accommodation in that area.

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@trancesta8847 You're welcome! Yeah it is a bit

[@EvanVeiga]

Amazing video, bro. Just came back from Thailand and i hadn't been to Ko Phangan but after watching this videos it's definetely a must do for the next time i go there

[@EvanVeiga]

by the way, i saw you've been to Bali, so I'll watch all your videos to now everything about there before going. thanks for the amazing content

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@EvanVeiga thanks bro! Yeah you should definitely go! Nice man🙏🏽

[@juanitalennox9757]

I am sold! I nearly decided not to go as so many videos I have seen make KP look a bit mucky. I appreciated your insights on where to stay. Thank you 🎉

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@juanitalennox9757 mucky? Enjoy🙏🏽

[@nathey23]

Thank you for this video, really good camera quality and insider infos here! Keep it up :)

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks so much😊🙏🏽

[@LewisDeva]

Amazing video, bro. Just came back from Thailand and i hadn't been to Koh Phangan but after watching this videos it's definitely a must do for the next time I go there. this is an amazing itinerary

[@sweetjane6506]

Great video! One thing I would add is that you really need a scooter on KPG, and it's not a good place to learn how to drive one. If you don't drive a scooter, some of the other islands like Koh Lanta or Koh Samui are better choices, although the culture is different. I'd recommend Ubud if you want the yoga without the drugs, and Hua Hin if this video made you feel old. 🤣

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thank you! Yeah agreed, already mentioned in previous video. Why Samui better in that case?🙊

[@sweetjane6506]

@@JooseTheNomad There seemed to be more songtaews on Samui, at least around Bangrak and Chaweng, and the roads weren't as mountainous. Samui has Grab now, although it's much more expensive than in Chiang Mai or Hua Hin. It's 15B for a songtaew in Hua HIn versus at least 200 or 300 average on the islands. Prices have risen dramatically on KPG in the last couple of years, but that didn't happen everywhere. Each place is a bit different, so there's something for everyone!

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@sweetjane6506 yes nice thanks for the info🙏🏽

[@headphonehuman]

I learned to drive here and I had zero experience. 😊 Just took it slow first.

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@headphonehuman Yeah it's quite good place to learn I'd think as there's not much traffic :)

[@jaseyarm]

Great video mate

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thank you🙏🏽

[@tmshowier]

15:26 جميل.. وكلامك وذوقك أجمل من المكان..❤ شكرا وأعتني بنفسك 👍

[@Max_Kleiber]

thanks a lot man, i'll be going in july (for the first time) and i'm super excited!

[@JooseTheNomad]

Awesome, enjoy!

[@beach182]

Loved this video!! Great content bro

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@beach182 thank you🙏🏽

[@JooseTheNomad]

Feel free to ask any questions🌴🇹🇭 LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!!

[@edojap]

Hey Joose! I'm planning to come to Koh Phangan later this year (around Nov-Dec). I know, wrong season "unfortunately", but coming from northern Sweden, still much better I guess? haha. Anyways, I noticed that the AirBnb prices have gone up a lot and became quite unaffordable. Do you have any Ideas on where to look (other than AirBnb) for a nice, comfortable apartment that's around a maximum of 600€ x month mark? It doesn't have to be big, but a private kitchen and bathroom is a must.

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@edojap I was here that time 2022 and it was rainy most of the time but yes still better than there haha! You can try to find om Facebook groups :)

[@darkrichard]

I’ve been following your channel for long. Actually I took all your advices and even stayed at the same hotel on Boracay 😂 now I’m in Phangan after watching your videos. I get why you like the island so much. Is there any amazing place you can recommend? I went to bluerama today up that hill on a scooter only to find out that it’s closed for holidays 😂

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@darkrichard Awesome man! Thank you🙏🏽 I think in my Koh Phangan video most of my favorite spots if not all are visible👀

[@nonickch]

Ask around for Eden and Bambu. I have never partied or danced in my life until I visited phangan and went to Bambu. Now there's no turning back for me XD

[@tanyacanam6258]

I find Haad Salad really has the low tide blues. It gets quite ick at low tide.

[@rehanapapanek5226]

Great informative video Joose thank you so much for sharing!

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks! My pleasure🙏🏽

[@CalvinWang-TouchMe]

Where was the tiny beach in your video at 2:32 ? Thanks

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@CalvinWang-TouchMe maps.app.goo.gl/pSGrs8DG5zim77Qk9?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

[@kevd1036]

This is really helpful. Thanks Joose. Are you doing this type of info for other islands? Do Phuket, Koh Samui have less sand flies and Mozzies? I saw a big jelly fish in Phuket years ago, freaked me out. I never heard of issues though

[@JooseTheNomad]

Glad to hear! There's videos about Phuket etc. but mot like this exactly. Not many mosquitos here now at least!

[@patrickferriefit]

Is it bad weather in August and September ? Was thinking of travelling then

[@NickvainUSA]

Thanks for your video guides about Ko Samui and Koh P. Still debating which one I should choose for my first trip to SouthEast Asia … which one you d recommend for a solotrip and how many days would be enough ? You re the expert here.. Great content man 👍

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks! It really depends what kinda things you like and don't like, so it's hard to say😅

[@NickvainUSA]

@@JooseTheNomad thank you, Jose. yeah makes sense. My goals would be to just relax enjoy the beach and pool, do not work remotely, hang out with other English speaking expats

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@NickvainUSA I'd go to Koh Phangan :)

[@anatolylitvak7454]

Great video thanks 🙏 For me would be just amazing if you add price in Thai baht as well 🙌

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@anatolylitvak7454 thanks! Why would that help?

[@anatolylitvak7454]

@@JooseTheNomad I am from Australia and not sure about US dollar 💵 I was not even sure if you using a us $ or any other dollar? Singapore has dollars in Australia it’s dollars as well 🙈 Are you using USD$ in your pricing?

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@anatolylitvak7454 USD yes I'd think it's assumed if not specified?

[@anatolylitvak7454]

Yes, I think that’s right I just wanted to confirm 😅

[@mariojovanov96]

Subscribe 👏🙌 I needed a video like this,Thanks 👍

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks man🙏🏽

[@winteriscoming4379]

Great vid, so I’m looking for chilled vibe with family, gyms, sauna, yoga type places nearby with nice coffee shops and restaurants - you think Haad Yao is the place ?

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@winteriscoming4379 Yeah it's pretty perfect spot for that!

[@ace_shrestha]

could you please tell me the name of the beach at 1:56

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@ace_shrestha Malibu :)

[@auf-wachen]

hike from haad rin to haad yuan is also a must

[@JooseTheNomad]

Nice yeah I heard of that!

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks🙏🏽

[@БрарамПампам]

love watching your vids

[@JooseTheNomad]

Glad to hear!

[@ThreadsandFamily]

Great video, can’t wait to visit in 2weeks! What’s the island like for card payments?

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks! Cash is used a lot, many places accept card but most of the time 3-4% extra charge for it.. enjoy☺️🙏🏽

[@rawgreentea]

@@JooseTheNomad is it generally safe to keep a week of cash on person or in lodging? how truly rare is robbery or mugging or any other security challenge?

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@rawgreentea I have never had any problems but obviously not good to leave cash laying around

[@ashwiniikumar6244]

Nice video i was there 2 months oct nov till dec week of dec 2023 damn I’m in love with this place

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks! Yeah it's really amazing

[@doppelaj5568]

You forget my beautiful sweet Sensi shop on the ban tai beach 😜🏄‍♀️🌴

[@RawVeganDancerVeraKundalini]

Nice way to talking beautiful views 🔥 See you at Aum

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@RawVeganDancerVeraKundalini enjoy🙏🏽

[@davilobato7025]

hey joose thanks for your content! do u think a stay at Haad Than Sadet Beach would be a good pick? found some nice bangalows for a nice price in feb.

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@davilobato7025 that's very far from everything😄

[@davilobato7025]

@@JooseTheNomad ohhh i got it! Man so hard to Find Nice accomodation at kho pagan

[@davilobato7025]

@@JooseTheNomad would have any recommendations?

[@davilobato7025]

@@JooseTheNomad btw I’m also KZbinr (faceless channel) if you happen to be there I’d love to connect:) I can definitely help you out with ur youtube strategies

[@Malin031]

The king of Finland =) !!

[@JooseTheNomad]

Hahahha🙏🏽

[@afridigazi2280]

I will be there in a week Which beach is the best to stay for a week or two nd has the best sunsets,i can ride

[@JooseTheNomad]

Nice! I'd say Hin Kong, Haad Yao, Koh Ma for example good areas to stay

[@ZoFuego_]

You should make a video of the gear that you use

[@JooseTheNomad]

I'm all natural😉

[@ZoFuego_]

@@JooseTheNomad I meant the gear/equipment you use to record, I believe you😅 all love from california!! When will you make another Da Nang video?

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@ZoFuego_ yeah just kidding haha🙏🏽 I use iPhone 15pro with DJI mic :) Thanks man! I'm going there in a week so videos starts coming out in few!

[@arnold3481]

What do you use for filming? Looks great!

[@JooseTheNomad]

Iphone 15 pro :) thanks!

[@Sleepy_Joe_]

Would you recommend Koh Phangan or Da Nang for a 1 month stay for a digital nomad? Which did you like more? 🙏

[@JooseTheNomad]

I like both a lot. Da Nang is cheaper and more developed. Koh Phangan more nature and more spiritual.

[@Sleepy_Joe_]

@@JooseTheNomad Cool man, thx a lot. Really helps with the decision.

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@Sleepy_Joe_ glad to hear🙏🏽

[@benjamesv]

If you had to choose between Koh Phangan and Siagao Phillipines for a 1 month holiday, which would you choose?

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@benjamesv Depends a lot what you want to do😄 Koh Phangan has nicer beaches, accommodation, etc. And everything works well, is relaxing place where's many spiritual things to do. Siargao is more festive & party place but also has amazing nature to explore but bad accommodation with electricity cuts..

[@benjamesv]

@@JooseTheNomad Cool thanks, I might check out Koh Phangan then. I was looking at Siargoa because I wanted to check out Sugba lagoon and Sohoton cove. Is it true that the Phillipines food isn't as good as Thailand?

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@benjamesv yeah it's not

[@jd_less1694]

how long have you been living like this hopping around, and how long do you think youll live like this?

[@JooseTheNomad]

It's been 3 years. For now, I love it still but also would be great to have more long term home at one point, maybe in Bali :)

[@travelwithtariq]

Good Information. Which drone camera do you use? and is it good?

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thank you! I use DJI Air 3, it's really good but a bit big to carry

[@MorganNilsen]

Yey! First!

[@JooseTheNomad]

Nice🙏🏽

[@lorelaigermain7708]

Hi, how long do you stay away from a country before you come back? I geard2 months is good in moat cases.

[@JooseTheNomad]

Yeah 1-2 months mostly works well. In Bali I like to spend longer!

[@lorelaigermain7708]

​@@JooseTheNomadthank you! Appreciate the super fast response 🙏😄

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@lorelaigermain7708 no problem😉

[@AttilaOtt]

Great film !

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks!

[@markussack3646]

Very nice 👍 Thx

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks🙏🏽

[@AbdullahKhan-ev8yf]

Where to rent a bike? How many days are enough for Koh Phangan

[@mikecaymantrades]

great views

[@JooseTheNomad]

Yes I love it here!

[@tmshowier]

2:31 👍 شكرا

[@the_om_project]

Compare with Ko Samui?

[@JooseTheNomad]

I'm going there next week! Video coming soon

[@nonickch]

Haad yao and around is indeed more expensive. Although my favorite place to stay is there (and is eye-wateringly expensive). I see you glazed over Bambu really quickly. Is this a "let's keep the place (and the one next to it) secret", or did you really didn't like those? I've met expats that freaked out about the fact they missed so many Bambu Sundays while they lived there XD Haad Rin and the full moon party is... a disgrace. But I guess you have to witness it once to see how bad it can be. One thing people need to know about nights out (took me like 3 weeks to realize) is that there's a single thing happening any given day of the week on the island. There's whatsapp groups where they announce everything (just ask random people/expats for the groups), but they're recurring weekly so anyone who's been on the island over a month or two should know them. Rasta Home, Wai Nam, Bambu, Eden, Hollystone, Haad Yao (was this seaboard?). I think I'm missing one? Oh well...

[@janj7458]

Good video

[@JooseTheNomad]

Thanks!

[@djidopeled8605]

Where to live as a digital nomad in ko pangan?, not so expensive but not alone

[@thomasvansteenberge1790]

Just went to Koh Panghan. And was my least favourite island compared to Koh Tao and Koh Samui. Though beautiful Paradise, it was too woke for me. Certainly in the northeast. All beautiful people, and more women than men. But all doing yoga and getting massages. It was like most of them lacked purpose of life and desperately tried to fill the void in their lives. Koh Tao has more character and more joyfull normal people. I am very much aware that this opinion is based on my personal experience that may be different to other experiences.

[@JooseTheNomad]

I guess we all have our favorite crowds and it's not the same for everyone😄 But, I have to agree little bit. I find myself more connected to people around me in Canggu Bali than here.

[@JooseTheNomad]

How long did you stay tho? It usually takes few weeks to feel part of the community in a place, that's how it was for me here too!

[@thomasvansteenberge1790]

7 days in KP, with on average more than 5 conversations a day, should give you an impression of the island vibe.

[@jamesdixon3972]

look at the sun reflection on the water its not only local and tiny probably simulated and shows the flatness of the earth

[@beniour3579]

Is it easy to get taxis rather than a bike?

[@JooseTheNomad]

I don't think it's that easy

[@SaaidOmaar]

Thanks

[@JooseTheNomad]

You're welcome!

[@Malin031]

Is the swedish minigolf still there? In The middle of the island near Thongsala. I visit this s few Times 9-12 years ago

[@JooseTheNomad]

Seems to be! Haven't been there tho!

[@Malin031]

@@JooseTheNomad Try it. Its fun:)

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@Malin031 I do love minigolf!

[@LukePiala]

Im in Koh Samui, if I come to Koh Phangan, can I take you to dinner? 😊

[@isaacvincent-vu6yu]

Is it ok to fly a drone ?

[@mochorocho]

Do the Coaches correct Form in maa ?

[@kiranb9275]

Would this island be good for a family of 5 with 3 children young children under 10? Seems better for couples and single people. Can you rent a car here?

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@kiranb9275 I don't know what makes a place good for you😄 but it's easy to drive car there yeah!

[@annemaireprendergast1294]

As a grandmother living here for ten years I can assure you this island is not suitable for children

[@mr_white743]

try Shiralea hostel

[@RobertBezede]

Look like is a good island 🏝️ to live . Better then Siargao Island from Philippine

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@RobertBezede Yes definitely!

[@tmshowier]

4:36 👍

[@tmshowier]

7:42👍

[@tmshowier]

3:30 👍

[@simpsons721]

Do a collab with Best Damn Roofer

[@JooseTheNomad]

What's that?😄

[@MMCryptoTube]

It’s the best place in the world.

[@JooseTheNomad]

One of the best🙏🏽

[@Auf_dem_Sonnendeck]

✌

[@JooseTheNomad]

🙏🏽

[@БогданФурсін]

wooow

[@DinkritSethi]

Khop Khun Khrup

[@patrikklaus1642]

The roads are empty? It's so full here compared to pre Covid. Sadly videos like this are the reason for that

[@JooseTheNomad]

Where?😂 Only area there's some traffic is thong sala and sometimes Srithanu. And it's high season. Never ever been stuck in traffic here.

[@patrikklaus1642]

@@JooseTheNomad I understand that you think that way if you came here for the first time a year ago, but the rate in which it's increasing is scary. Go to Haad Rin tonight and think about if you want all these people at the places you mention in the video. Zen Beach on Friday is already 5 times busier than what it used to be

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@patrikklaus1642 I would think not everyone who's going to fullmoon watch my videos and wanna stay here longer👀

[@johnmarlon6916]

How about adding not driving a scooter with one hand so you can film yourself to the list.

[@JooseTheNomad]

You can add that to yours :)

[@eddo2001]

I heard there are LOTS of hot foreign girls there? Please make an episode on that LOL

[@all_about_islands]

I wish you would stop advertising this island . Make videos about somewhere else - you’re not helping !

[@JooseTheNomad]

I will soon.. Who am I not helping tho?

[@ivanapetrovksa6952]

Nonsense comment, he IS helping. I have travelled to Thailand a few times and only now, from this video, I learned there is such thing as 60-day eVisa, which is great and I will try to apply for that next time 🙏 Also visiting this island end of year - great advices from this video.

[@JooseTheNomad]

@@ivanapetrovksa6952 thanks so much🙏🏽

[@VonRix]

Come on. Like if he stopped working as blogger, others would do same? The secret is out already already. Plenty of video blogs out there already. Too late for Ko Phanang😅

[@AikenAiken417]

Back then it was real paradise now its expensive and scamy

[@JooseTheNomad]

Why scamy?

[@tmshowier]

12:37 👍

[@tmshowier]

8:29 👍

[@tmshowier]

4:55 👍