Ko Lon

Ko Lon is a small, quiet coastal island located about 1.5 kilometers off the southeast coast of Phuket Island in Chalong Bay, within Mueang Phuket District. Known for its tranquil atmosphere, sandy beaches, clear water and traditional Muslim fishing village, the island offers a contrast to busy Phuket. It features rubber plantations, small bungalows and limited development, making it notable for day trips, snorkeling, kayaking and experiencing local island life.

Visitors can expect a quiet, low-development island with sandy beaches, clear shallow water, and a small Muslim fishing village. The interior has rubber plantations, coconut groves and unpaved paths. There are a few bungalows, homestays and local restaurants, a mosque and a small pier. Activities center on beach relaxation, swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and cycling or walking around the island. No large resorts or nightlife; access is only by longtail boat from Chalong Pier or Rawai.

Ko Lon has historically been a small fishing and agricultural community with a long-established Muslim settlement, sustaining livelihoods through fishing, rubber tapping and coconut cultivation, reflecting traditional coastal island life off Phuket.

The island is home to a traditional Muslim fishing community with a village mosque and local customs, offering visitors insight into the cultural heritage and everyday life of southern Thailand's coastal communities.