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Here they found some thing more then just a new islandto explore and soon the backpackernetwork was buzzing about the wonderful newly found tropical islandparadise of Ko Tao.
Captivated by the beautiful beaches, the back of beyond aura, and of course the cheap living, back packers soon arrived in droves.
The early 1980's brought to Koh Taosome of the first visitors from Ko Phanganwho were searching for something new away from the crowds and masses who were going barmy for the Full Moon party on KoPhangan. Here they located something more than just a new island to discover and soon the back packer groups were vivacious about the magnificent newly found island paradise. Mesmerised by the outstanding crystal white beaches, the back of beyond aura, and of course the cheap living, back packers soon came in droves. Arrivals and departures were on the local fishing boats, and even then hold-ups of several days were common. Back to the hammocks and a world of dreams; The boat comes another day . Consequently, as its name for gorgeous nature, unique marine life and staggering landscapes grew, simple access was obtainable when improved and safer boats were brought in to deal with the number of visitors, being engrossed to the island.
Attracted by the striking coral reefs around Koh Toa, and the development in recreational scuba diving, a number of enterprises started a scuba diving businesses on Koh Tao. These companies in turn constructed accommodation for their clientele, and after a while several of these resorts changed into a quite developed places.
The name Koh Tao means Turtle Island; some say that the name is from the islands shape which is meant to look like an upside down turtle whilst others say its from the days when the sea around Koh Tao were rich with turtles and the island was their main breeding site. Here they found some thing more then just a new islandto explore and soon the backpackernetwork was buzzing about the wonderful newly found tropical islandparadise of Ko Tao. Captivated by the beautiful beaches, the back of beyond aura, and of course the cheap living, back packers soon arrived in droves. The most popular of the bay, Sairee Beach always have a scattering of sun worshippers but there's also quieter, more hidden bays and beaches. KoTao now has twenty four hour electricity on the island too and finally they have had a water reservoir made to ensure that even in the dryest periods there is enough water for all. A enormous variety of marine life and some fantastic coral reefs offer diversall they need. Other day time activities now include trekking and fishing tours. |
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