How to Get to Meditation Island
Meditation Island is located on Koh Phaluai, a peaceful island in the Ang Thong archipelago, approximately 30 km west of Koh Samui, Thailand. We welcome guests throughout the year for both our Year-Round Monastic Stay Program and our Scheduled Meditation Retreats.
From Bangkok
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Many guests choose to travel by overnight bus from Bangkok to Don Sak Pier.
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Several bus companies operate this route, including Krung Siam Tour, which offers services directly to Don Sak with connections to Raja Ferry Pier.
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Traveling overnight allows you to arrive in the morning and continue your journey to Koh Phaluai on the same day. Please check schedules directly with the bus operator before booking, as routes and departure times may change.
Option 1 : Overnight Bus
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You may also fly from Bangkok to Surat Thani Airport (URT).
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Major airlines operating this route include: Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air, Thai VietJet
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Flight time is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
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From Surat Thani Airport, take a taxi or minivan to Raja Ferry Pier, Don Sak. The journey takes approximately 1–1.5 hours.
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Please allow sufficient travel time between your flight arrival and ferry departure, as road traffic and ferry schedules may vary.
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If arriving late in the day, you may need to stay overnight in Surat Thani or Don Sak before continuing your journey to Koh Phaluai.
Option 2 : Flight
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Guests staying on Koh Samui or Koh Phangan can travel to Koh Phaluai by first traveling to Raja Ferry Pier, Don Sak, then continuing to Koh Phaluai via the public ferry service.
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Please allow extra travel time when connecting between islands, especially during peak travel periods or adverse weather conditions.
From Koh Samui / Koh Phangan
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Departure Point: Raja Ferry Pier, Don Sak
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Current Ticket Price: Approximately 450 THB per person, one way
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Travel Time: Approximately 1.5–2 hours, depending on weather conditions, sea conditions, and ferry operations.
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Please note that ferry schedules published online are not always accurate. Departure and arrival times may vary due to weather conditions, sea conditions, passenger demand, and operational requirements.
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Delays are not uncommon. During periods of low passenger demand, Raja Ferry may occasionally adjust departure times or transfer passengers to alternative vessels serving Koh Phaluai.
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We strongly recommend: Checking directly with the Raja Ferry ticket counter upon arrival or asking your hotel to confirm the latest schedule with Raja Ferry.
Option 1 : Raja Ferry Service
During selected retreat periods, a shared speed boat transfer between Don Sak and Koh Phaluai may be available.
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450 THB per person, one way
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Available only during selected retreats
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Advance arrangement required
Please contact us before booking travel arrangements to check availability.
Option 2 : Shared Speed Boat Transfer (Retreat Participants Only)
Contact Us
+66 99 356 6696
Address
100/51 Village No.6, Ban Koh Phaluai, Ang Thong, Ko Samui, Surat Thani 84220 Thailand
Opening Hours
Every day
8:30 am – 4:30 pm
“Surrounded by nature’s calm, we nurture inner peace and harmony — living simply, mindfully, and in unity with all life.”
— Ajarn Prasert Udhayachalerm —