Maiton Island
Maiton Island is located about nine kilometers off the Ao Makham deep sea port at southeast coast within the administrative jurisdiction of Muang District of southern Phuket. It is one of the smallest islands within the thirty two islands around Phuket. Located furthest from the southeast coast, Maiton Island (or Ko Mai Ton as locals call it) is a tiny island with untouched natural beauty. It has a natural environment that has not yet been disturbed by development works. Solitude-seekers must include Maiton Island in their travel plan.
Maiton Island has pristine shores from where one can have a great pleasure of swimming, diving and snorkeling. You can have great angling experience as well. Maiton Island can be reached easily by daytrips from Ao Makham Port. The island has an immaculate beauty with untouched shores and magnificent natural views.
Fine white beaches by the crystal clear blue waters and a peaceful relaxing solitary nature of Maiton Island would mesmerize any visitor. You can enjoy the untouched nature to your fullest if you stay here for a night or two. The only available accommodation is offered by the luxurious Maiton Island Resort. Thai-style villas and guest suites in a garden setting with coconut trees and attractive beachfronts allow you to relax and enjoy the sparkling Andaman. The rooms are luxurious and have standard quality outfits and facilities. Accommodation and services are quite affordable in comparison to other hotels and resorts in Phuket. Maiton Island Resort would truly quench your thirst of beauty and comfort.
If you however, cannot allot more than a day for Maiton Island, there are daytrips and excursions available from the Ao Makam deep sea port.
If you are looking for a refuge from the meddling crowd of tourists and travelers and want to enjoy a true natural beauty in isolation, Maiton Island is what you need. This sparkling natural gem in the clear blue waters of Andaman will leave a pleasant imprint in your life’s traveling experience.