Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan
The Full Moon Party started with a few backpackers having a small party with a tape recorder on Haad Rin Nok in the 80's. They danced in the moonlight and just had a great time. More and more people turned up every month.
Nowadays there are about 6000-14000 participants on this party who are having a good time and dancing to techno, trance, drum n' bass, psychedelic, jungle, disco, hardcore and other dance music tunes. Skilled DJ's deliver the beats from the restaurants and the beach at Haad Rin Nok.
When is the Party?
At every full moon if this not interferes with a Buddhist holiday, an important election etc.
Where is the Party Location?
At Haad Rin Nok Beach, South Koh Phangan, Suratthani, Thailand.
How do I get to the Party?
By a ferry from the main land or Koh Samui. There are also "speed boats" going from Samui at full moon nights. If you are coming from Bangkok, there are buses leaving from Khao San Road or the Southern Bus Terminal to Suratthani and finally a ferry to Phangan island.
The ferry operator Lomprayah has buses from Bangkok to Chumphon and from there they have speed catamarans to Koh Phangan via Koh Tao. You are able to buy tickets in most travel agencies at Khao San Road etc, or at their website.
Beware of Drugs
Unfortunately this party sometimes has been associated with some drug abuse. Even young people can be sentenced to a long time in prison if they are arrested with drugs in their pockets or blood.
Both uniformed and undercover police officers are ready to intervene if they suspect drug trafficking or that people are under influence of narcotics.
Use proper shoes or sandals so you don't ruin your holiday by walking on a broken bottle etc. This actually happens occasionally.
Do not accept any food or drinks from strangers and leave your valuables in the hotel's safety box etc so you don't loose them. Beware of pickpockets too! Theft is not very common, but unfortunately it happens.
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HUT AND FULL MOON - Photo by Jens W, Yenit.com
Full Moon Party Dates
2010
 January 30
March 01
April 28
May 29
June 26
July 28
August 25
September 23
October 23
November 21
December 21
December 25 (Christmas party)
December 31 (New year´s party)
2011
January 19
February 19
March 19
April 18
May 18
June 16
July 17
August 14
September 12
October 12
November 10
December 10
December 25 (Christmas party)
December 31 (New year´s party)
Important! We are not the organizers of this event. Some of the dates above might be incorrect. Please check with any travel agency prior to the party.
 Full Moon Party Hotels
Below we are listing hotels nearby (or on) Had Rin Beach, where the party is held. Our booking system is secured and safe so you can easily book your Full Moon Party Hotel here:
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