Koh Rang Yai Island

Day Trips to Rang Yai Island & Phuket Pearl Farm Tours

Koh Rang Yai is a small but picturesque Island that lies 5 kilometres off the east coast of Phuket, also known as Richy Island.

The Island is best known for its cultural tour of the Phuket Pearl Farm, where top-quality pearls are produced for export around the world.

The best attraction is the live demonstration of how pearls are cultured, harvested and turned into beautiful pieces of jewellery.

Rang Yai Island is a wonderful destination for excursions and day trips from Phuket, as well as an ideal location for camping.

The island has a beautiful beach on the western side with views back to Phuket; a few sunbeds are dotted along the beach. Under the shade of the trees, you will find a restaurant that serves local and affordable food and drinks.

This charming little island can be circumnavigated in just over 15 minutes; the best way to explore the island is to hire a mountain bike.

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Day Trips and Tours to Rang Yai Island

There is a range of day trips and tours available to Koh Rang Yai Island from Phuket.

The best way to explore Koh Rang Yai is to combine your visit to the Island with another tour.

Some tour operators include a stop at Koh Rang Yai as part of a day tour from Phuket, which will allow you ample time to explore this tranquil little Island.

If you're going to explore the Phi Phi Islands, this sunrise speedboat tour will allow a 45-minute stop for swimming or sightseeing at Koh Rang Yai on your way back to Phuket.

If you're going to explore Phang Nga Bay, this fantastic catamaran tour from Phuket or Khao Lak will allow you ample time to explore Koh Rang Yai.

Whilst I am not a fan of jet-skis, Koh Rang Yai is regularly visited by a host of jet-ski tours. If a jet-ski tour is something that you wish to do, I recommend you do your research and read reviews from other like-minded travellers.

Activities and Things to Do at Koh Rang Yai

There is a variety of fun activities for kids and adults alike on Rang Yai Island, for all to enjoy.

Mini Golf Course
Airgun Shooting Range
Mountain Biking
Kayaking
Snorkelling

Fishing
Nature Trail and Hiking
Swimming
Volleyball Courts
Gift Shop

The activities on the island provide a great day out for families and people of all ages.

Rang Yai Island also hosts corporate events and team building activities, and is the perfect venue for romantic weddings on the beach.

Accommodation at Rang Yai Island

Most visitors to the island do so on day trips or tours from Phuket; however, if you would like to stay overnight, there are camping sites available.

If you are looking for accommodation close to Koh Rang Yai, you will find a couple of fantastic resorts at Coconut Island.

The Barcelo Coconut Island Beach Resort and the Island Escape Burasari are both 5-star resorts that are perfect if you're looking for an Island escape, offshore from Phuket.