Fees · Destination Guide
Koh Tao Thailand
Warm-water pinnacles, a signature wreck, and snorkel bays in Thailand's Turtle Island dive town
Updated Jan 23, 2026 • 15 sources
Fees And Permits
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Fees You Can't Skip
- Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) - Free
- Koh Nang Yuan entrance or maintenance fee - THB 100-250 (varies)
- Typical payment pattern: Koh Tao does not have a single islandwide marinepark tag, but you should budget for sitespecific entry fees and Thailandwide arrival requirements.
What people usually pay
Koh Tao does not have a single island-wide marine-park tag, but you should budget for site-specific entry fees and Thailand-wide arrival requirements. Koh Nang Yuan charges an entrance or maintenance fee, and national parks like Mu Ko Ang Thong (if you day-trip) charge standard Thai national-park entrance fees.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) | Free per entry | Non-Thai nationals entering Thailand | Where to pay | Submit online within 3 days before arrival. Keep a digital copy accessible for airport and onward-transfer check-ins. |
| Koh Nang Yuan entrance or maintenance fee | THB 100-250 (varies) day access | Visitors to Koh Nang Yuan | On arrival at Koh Nang Yuan (cash commonly expected) | Fees and rules can change. Some operators report higher foreigner fees than older listings. Bring cash and follow island rules, including any restrictions on single-use plastics. |
| Mu Ko Ang Thong National Marine Park entrance fee (optional day trip) | THB 300 adult / THB 150 child (foreigners) day entry | Visitors entering the national park | Collected by tour operator or at the park ranger station (varies by tour) | Often not included in tour price. If you kayak or hike, confirm any additional activity fees with your operator. |