Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan
The Full Moon Party started with a few backpackers raving on Haad Rin Nok in the late 80's. They danced in the magnificent moonlight and more and more people turned up every month. Nowadays there are about 6000-14000 participants 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 restaurant at Haad Rin Nok and from the beach.
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 on them, or even having it in the 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.
Do not accept any food or drinks from strangers and leave your valuables in the hotel's safety box etc. Beware of pickpockets. Theft is not very common but unfortunately it happens.
When is the party?
At every full moon if this not interferes with a Buddhist holiday etc.
Where is the party?
Haad Rin Nok, South Koh Phangan, Suratthani, Thailand.
How to get there?
By a boat from main land via Koh Samui, or by a "speedboat" or a "slowboat" from Samui if you are staying there.
January 22
