Located in Baan Thai, this beachside resort is perfect for couples who want to have fun at the party and come back to a chill, romantic atmosphere. This place has a gorgeous pool, great beachside lounging and a super fun atmosphere! The full moon party takes place every month on the island of Koh Phangan, for the night of the full moon. More Info. Half Moon Festival takes place every 2 weeks: 1 week before and 1 week after the FullMoonparty. Enjoy! The Half Moon Party is the best if you have a bit of a crew to go with. Nang Yuan Island Cruise and Snorkel Tour – You came to Thailand to get out on the water, right?! The half moon party is way more chill and you can buy tickets on the night at the door. We’d recommend buying them online, or through your accommodation if you can, to avoid longer lines. Think of a tiny version of Coachella on magic mushrooms (but a hell of a lot cheaper!). Thankfully, whether you’re in our boat or love to get down to the hardcore stuff, you’re in luck. The Cave, which is the Urban Stage, plays your classic hip-hop and R&B tunes in an underground cave of lights, smoke and UV paintings. Some time ago (circa 1985), a group of tourists found that the most beautiful moon was in Koh Phangan. At Don't Forget To Move we help promote and inspire adventurous, authentic and responsible travel around the world. Aside from the Full Moon and Half Moon Parties, this special holiday is worth travelling to Koh Phangan for. Get down there a couple of days before, find a good crew and stick with them . Not sure if it’s true or not, but it looks like a damn good time! is another great choice of hotel for the Half Moon Party. Shiva Moon Koh Phangan. London, United Kingdom 27 contributions 5 helpful votes. Hier können Sie ein schönes Foto machen und ein Sonnenbad nehmen. Because it’s properly organized it does mean there’s an entry fee, but it also means that there are amenities that you’d be used to at any other festival around the world. Halbmond Party & Neumond Party Das bekannte "Phangan's Best Music & Dance Festival" wird vom Harmony-Team organisiert - mit dem neuesten Sound-System, hochqualitativen Anlagen und DJs. Hey Gina From memory, which is hazy haha, we lined up to buy the tickets beforehand. Mix in some epic lights, pumping tunes and a huge dance floor and you’ve got one hell of a party! When you first enter through the gates there are a number of stalls to your left and right. Koh Phangan Full Moon Party Admission with... from $44.76. You have stumbled onto one of the greatest secrets of the Thai islands, the Eden Garden Party in Koh Phangan. Unfortunately not, we were only there for the half moon, but there are no shortage of options near the full moon. Since the start, the Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan turned out to be one of the biggest party events in Thailand. Do you need to buy the tickets beforehand or can you just buy them on the door? And because of it’s structure event there’s just an overall festival vibe. Because of the three different themed stages, you can find exactly what you’re looking for. All Music genres - Haadrin - 8pm-7am Full Moon Party Koh Phangan - Party Dates 2019-2020. Guests come from all over the World to experience this unique event. You’ll spend the day snorkeling, cruising around on a catamaran and enjoying a buffet lunch on the island. It’s been one of our favorite hostels on our trip so far and the perfect place to stay for any Koh Phangan party. Günstiger ist es, wenn du selbst mit einer der Fähren nach Koh Phangan fährst und wenn du keine Unterkunft auf Koh Phangan hast, einfach morgens gegen 7.00 Uhr wieder zurück nach Koh Samui fährst. Here you will pay about 600 baht for a round trip plus 200 baht taxi ride (round trip) to Haad Rin Beach, where the Full Moon Party takes place on Koh Phangan. I’ve been to KP a few times now but never got to go to a half moon. Started by a small group of 20 – 30 travelers who gathered in Koh Phangan because they thought the island was the best place to see the full moon in Thailand. Along with your VIP entrance you also get VIP access to your own bathrooms, 2 free drinks, a Half Moon Party t-shirt, a private bar and a VIP zone next to the main stage. The Koh Phangan Half Moon Festival is held twice a month; one week before and after the Full Moon Party. Full Moon Party Thailand 2020. Tuesday, April 7, 2020 - 20:00; Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 20:00 The more we researched the Half Moon Party, the more it seemed like everyone not only recommended it, but many said that it was actually better than the Full Moon Party. Half Moon Party Dates 2020. Will it be a challenge to attend the party then (given tickets etc?). Baan TaiBackpackers is a lot of fun and do a great pre-party to get you started. Full Moon Party features commercial music while Half Moon Festival has 3 stages, each of them playing Psytrance, House and Hip Hop. and you could tell the organizers put a lot of thought into the set-up. Hey, I am reaching KP on the day of half moon party. Because the main stage was pumping so hard, we totally forgot about the other smaller stages until the end when were exhausted from all night dancing. The festival, organized in the forest of a tropical island attracts several thousands of participants. The Half Moon is on the rise, time for the magical forest once again. We made a great group of friends at the party, and the hostel organized transportation to the party so we all went in together. When you think of crazy parties in Thailand at a backpacking paradise like Koh Phangan, the image that comes to mind is people getting drunk on bucket loads of cheap alcohol, drugs, fire shows, low-quality food, filthy washrooms, a lot of people screaming and after a while puking and getting passed out.This is something I was expecting to experience at the Half Moon Party in Thailand. Hey, I plan to land directly on the day of half moon party. It is advisable to check the schedule online before going, as the dates may change to cater to certain Buddhist holidays. The Half Moon Party at Koh Phangan is located in the middle of the island in the jungle, as opposed to on the beach. A trip to Koh Phangan’s Full Moon Party is usually high on all backpackers things to do schedule while traveling through Thailand. He mixed mainstream songs, including some old-school, with electronic beats that everyone seemed to enjoy. Not sure about them stopping parties, I’d be surprised if that’s true. The party is held every Saturday and is a psychedelic-themed event. #2 Koh Phangan has better parties basically every other night. Granted they are quieter during the off-season. Half Moon Festival takes place every 2 weeks: 1 week before and 1 week after the FullMoonparty. I couldn’t tell you exactly, but I know it wouldn’t be hard to find! For those that like to party it up, but also have a bit of personal space, this might be a better option if you have the extra cash. The party takes place on the night of, before, or after every full moon.It is mostly attended by tourists. It was awesome. There are some beautiful beaches, fun moto rides and gorgeous jungle hikes. The Half Moon Festival also announces which DJs will be playing at the upcoming party, so check out their website to see what’s in store for you! Where can you get the glow in the dark/ black light paint & other supplies..? Full Moon Party Ko Phangan {Thailand} from $796.10. When we get the official Half Moon Party 2021 dates we’ll be sure to post them here. When we first entered the festival around 11:30pm, DJ Rio Vegas was just coming on. They had UV body paint, drinks, music and tons of fun! Way too overrated. Eden Garden Party Koh Phangan 2020. Both tickets come with a free drink and a Half Moon Party neck strap. Welcome to the Full Moon Party in the beautiful island of Koh Phangan Thailand. There was a certain buzz and energy around the entrance that was just willing us in to party! These go for double the price at 3000B ($90USD), or 2750B ($82USD) for online, but offer a bunch of extras. Every night of the week, there’s something to do. The Half Moon is also a properly organized festival ran by a private company called Half Moon Festival, as opposed to the free-for-all atmosphere of the Full Moon. Half Moon Party Koh Phangan Half Moon Party Dates 2020. FULL MOON PARTY. On the southern coast of the Island. A lot of their tourism runs off the parties that basically happen everyday all year round. Der Eintrittspreis beträgt in der Regel 600THB und die Taxipreise entsprechen in etwa denen der Half Moon Party. What a way to live! I’m sure they are all good fun though haha. Tickets cost 1,500 Thai Baht, which is about $45USD, if you buy them at the gate. Not only is it safer to have a buddy, but getting down with your new group of friends is a bonding experience like no other. Check out Nang Yuan Island, a private set of 3 islands connected by a gorgeous sandbar. Known for its carnival atmosphere, Jungle Party Koh Phangan is a party playground where wild creatures of the night strut their wild side on the Jungle dance floor. Blackmoon Party Thailand 2020. There are three stages at the Half Moon Party: the Tribal Stage, the Funky Stage and the Urban Stage. Some hostels have a short run though, so the only suggestion is to double check its still open haha. More Info. One of the biggest benefits of staying in a hostel is having the chance to meet people to go to the party with, especially if you’re traveling alone. Jungle Experience Koh Phangan 2020. We were told the party doesn’t really get started until that time anyway. PHANGAN.INFO has been operating since 2002. From Koh Phangan you’re also a short ferry ride over to Koh Tao, where you’ll find some amazing diving, entertaining ‘cabaret’ shows and plenty more partying! Koh Phangan was a sleepy little island few traveled too, even electricity was new to … The Full Moon Party is legendary. As of 8 March 2020, it is cancelled until … The first full moon party was a spontaneous event in the early 80s. So that’s when we started researching the Koh Phangan Half Moon Party. Unfortunately it was also about 6:30am at this point and our legs were on strike from dancing for so long. Party safe and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did! 094-936-3549 K. Pimm [more details from Samui to Phangan] Remark: Pick up from hotel in Lamai, Chaweng, Maenam, Choengmon is included [ excluded are places on the mountain] If you stay at the villas on the Quick View. You can read our full review of Baan Tai Backpackers here. More details about the Half Moon Festival 2020. Don't waste your money! We provide secure online reservation for accommodation, activities and events on Koh Phangan. 14th February 2020... Koh Phangan, Thailand. Definitely check out whatever pre-party your hostel puts on to meet people. There you’ll find international DJs playing the best electro, psy-trance and underground bangers. It can get a little intense. There’s a reason thousands of backpackers flock to Koh Phangan for the full moon party. As Koh Phangan is a big tourist destination for all types, the Half Moon Festival also gets a variety of party-goers. Sea Love Bungalows is another great choice of hotel for the Half Moon Party. If you prefer mainstream electronic music, I would recommend heading to the festival a bit earlier, maybe around 11, or checking out the other stages. I know HMP just canceled their latest event for renovations, but should be back in May. For those looking for a little more comfort in the jungle you can also buy VIP tickets to the festival. It was awesome. Die Shiva Moon Party liegt ebenfalls in Ban Tai und ist etwas im Dschungel versteckt. Occasionally the dates are adjusted around Buddhist holidays and do not correspond with the actual night of the full moon. . This time with a MASSIVE LINE UP! Would you recommend me an idea area around to stay? Will be reaching around afternoon to Koh Samui. About Us. There are other parties, like those at Black Moon (no moon) or Half Moon, which are also held on Koh Phangan each month. Actually, Jae tells me he’s picked up people at 3 am and returned them safely to Rasananda after their Full Moon experience. This is it. A look at the first full moon party of january 9th 2020 in koh phangan thailand (paradise bungalows). Guests come from all over the World to experience this unique event. If you’re planning on a big night you might want to eat before you get there to avoid cutting into party time, as well as pre-lining that stomach! Along with the stages there is also a section to buy food and snacks. The party starts after dusk and lasts until dawn. We found that the Half Moon festival is a bit more low-key than the Full Moon. Es gibt mehrere Tanzflächen - im Inneren wie im Freien - und eine Feuershow kann gegenüber der Haupttanzfläche bestaunt werden. We wondered if maybe we were getting a little old for this type of scene (spoiler alert: we weren’t!). Most Half Moon Party dates are centered around other religious holidays to make sure they don’t clash with any ceremonies. Hey SR, we would definitely recommend staying in Baan Tai area, so you can be closer to the action. You can read our full review of, If you’re looking for something a bit more upscale accommodation, check out. The Jungle Experience Almost as famous as its sister parties, the Half Moon Party and Full Moon Party. Although raging parties on Koh Phangan happen year round, in order to fully experience a Half Moon Party you need to get to one of the official events. They arranged a party along the crescent-shaped beach of Haad Rin to celebrate the Full Moon night. The Full Moon Party is an all-night beach party that originated in Hat Rin on the island of Ko Pha-ngan, Thailand in 1985. Blackmoon Culture is where the Blackmoon Posse host one of the island’s best outdoor parties on Baan Tai beach. Als Sadet-Wasserfall, genießen Sie den Naturpool und entspannen Sie von Ihrer langen Reise. Here are a list of Half Moon Party Koh Phangan 2020 dates: If you’re already looking ahead to 2021 Half Moon Party dates you may need to wait until the end of 2020 to confirm dates. If you’re looking for a hostel, don’t miss Baan Thai Backpackers. If you’re a big psy-trance fan, get excited to party all night! Nah I wouldn’t imagine so. Great write up Christine! At mid-distance between Thong Sala and Haad Rin, the 2 main arrival piers of Koh Phangan. Just call (be) me a sad, ageing, wannabe rock chick, but at least in my 2020, I can say Full Moon Party in Koh Phangan, I’ve been there, seen it, not done it, and I now have the T-shirt! Although raging parties on Koh Phangan happen year round, in order to fully experience a Half Moon Party you need to get to one of the official events. *** Departure from, Koh Samui at 10 PM and return at 4 AM (Delay to 4:30AM) WhatsApp : +66949363549 Email : pimm@halfmoonfestival.com Tel. As we were leaving we went past the smaller stage and heard the DJ was pumping some great electronic tunes with R&B features and a saxophonist accompanied him. Do you have any recommendations on places to stay close to the main party? Located in the southern part of the Gulf of Siam in Thailand, Koh Phangan is your dream-like picture-perfect tropical paradise island. Sounds like you had a great trip! As a result, every month there are about 30,000 party people coming together from all around the world. This is the “Ibiza” of South-East Asia. As this party is an officially organized event, and not a free for all on the beach, there is an entrance fee. Half Moon Festival welcomes you for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, deep into the tropical forest…. When we first started planning our trip to Thailand, we were on the fence about visiting one of the famous Koh Phangan island moon parties. They’re also cheaper if you buy them online, costing 1,390 Baht ($41USD). Eden Bar is a great place to chill out with a cheeky smoke and watch the sea below or dance the night away. Half Moon Festival welcomes you for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, deep into the tropical forest… Uncage your spirit! It made for some great dancing and singing along. Baan Thai put on an amazing pre-party, we almost didn’t want to go to the Half Moon Party! Hey, we even ended up with matching Half Moon tattoos! Half Moon Party Koh Phangan 2020 The Half Moon Party, officially Half Moon Festival, is known for symbolizing the power of freedom, free expression, love and unity. EPISODE 54 We party at the infamous Half Moon Festival on Koh Phangan, Thailand! The organizers have been running this festival for a while now and put on an awesome show! It is cheaper if you’re traveling to Koh Phangan with one of the ferries yourself and if you do not have accommodation on Koh Phangan, just get back to Koh Samui around 7 A.M. Let us know how it goes! The festival, organized in the forest of a tropical island attracts several thousands of participants. This tour is a perfect chance to see a bit more of the area than just the bottom of a beer bottle. All rights reserved and it’s actually pretty reasonably priced for a festival. There are proper bathrooms (I shudder hearing stories of the bathroom situation at the full moon, or lack thereof). The crowd at the festival is a good mix, with more regular backpacker types than super hippie folks and hardcore trance fans. A lot of the time your hostel / guesthouse will have access to it, that’s how it was for us. The festival has a good mix of music to meet everyones needs. We get our glow on and dance the night away! Copyright DFTM Media LLC 2021 | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy, If you’re looking for a hostel, don’t miss. We show travelers how to see the world authentically through unique stories, engaging photography and videos, honest reviews and practical travel tips. We can get down to some Groove Armada and Tiesto, but the more obscure psy-trance stuff is not really our favorite. One of the biggest benefits of staying in a hostel is having the chance to meet people to go to the party with, especially if you’re traveling alone. It’s like, c’mon. They had UV body paint, drinks, music and tons of fun! The island receives a lot of tourism from the parties, but there is a lot more to do than just down buckets. Wir bringen Sie zu den schönsten Stränden der Insel, einschließlich Thong Nai Pan Yai Strand. But don’t take that is a bad sign, it’s still a raging party. If you’re looking for something a bit more upscale accommodation, check out la plage beach resort & club, which is right on the sand. There, artists are available to do black-light body painting at a cost, but it’s much more economical to do that at your hostel before-hand. Quick View. Close to the entrance is also where you claim your free drink, so you can get the party started nice and early! Wouldn’t have been the same with out you and the Pioneers! CONTACT     |    WORK WITH US     |    PODCAST. One of the 3 original Moon open-air gatherings which made of Kophangan a world-famous party-island. Thanks Gabe! Phangan Full Moon Party Dates 2019 / 2020 There is huge parking for bikes and many taxis going to-and-from the event all night long! The entrance to the festival was relatively organized (it’s still a jungle party in Thailand!) KILLIN IT! Baan Thai put on an amazing pre-party, we almost didn’t want to go to the Half Moon Party! What To Expect at The Koh Phangan Half Moon Party, Other Things to Know for the Half Moon Party, Observations from a Backstreet Bangkok Hostel, Phuket Backpacking Guide: More Than Just The Resorts, Grand Canyon in 2 Days: Ultimate Trip Itinerary, Yosemite in 2 Days: Planning a Jam-Packed Itinerary in 2021, Los Angeles in 2 Days | Ultimate Weekend Itinerary, Yellowstone Trip Itinerary | 4 Days in the National Park, Joshua Tree Itinerary | Planning Your Dream J-Tree Weekend. Totally a fair assessment of the festival / overall experience koh pangan has to offer. The Funky Stage is your place to go for House music and has a more mellow feel to it compared to the Tribal Stage. As the night continues the music at the main-stage become much more psy-trance to keep those partiers awake and moving. ... Frank2508 wrote a review Feb 2020. Give me a day off. It’s been one of our favorite hostels on our trip so far and the perfect place to stay for any Koh Phangan party. Although raging parties on Koh Phangan happen year round, in order to fully experience a Half Moon Party you need to get to one of the official events. As soon as we entered the festival we knew we’d made the right decision to go to the Koh Phangan Half Moon Party. Best bet is to try and get them through a hostel beforehand so you don’t have to line up. Located in Baan Thai, this beachside resort is perfect for couples who want to have fun at the party and come back to a chill, romantic atmosphere. There’s festival security to keep things safe when you’re partying until the early morning hours. Full Moon Parties in Koh Phangan were started back in 1985 at the Sunrise Beach in the Haad Rin Township.Approximately 20-30 guests joined this event in its first year and at present; the total number of guests attending this party has reached about 20,000-30,000 people, with numbers rising every year.. Mingalaba Road Trip ist Koh Phangan Tagesausflug mit dem Auto (4WD). We had to stop by for a 5 minute dance because the music was that good. The Tribal Stage is the main stage, offering the biggest acts of the event. It’s also a lot more fun to do it yourself! We were lucky to meet an incredible group that took our Half Moon experience from amazing to one of our favorite dance parties ever! Copyright © 2001-2020 Halfmoon Festival With an amazing décor, a super sandy venue, driving progressive beats, underground trance proudly present by … The food is simple with pizza, Thai food, etc. We made a great group of friends at the party, and the hostel organized transportation to the party so we all went in together. One of the 3 original Moon open-air gatherings which made of Kophangan a world-famous party-island. If you’re heading to the Koh Phangan Half Moon Party, we highly recommend having a few days either before or after to check out the rest of the island. HALFMOON FESTIVAL: 4 stages of music, in an amazing location, deep into the Tropical Forest. The forest which hosts the Half Moon Festival is located near the Ban Tai Village, on the island of Koh Phangan. We’d heard wild stories of the Full Moon Party from friends who had traveled the area: tales of over 30,000 backpackers packed on the beach, drinking buckets of the local rum mixed with Red Bull syrup (which, by the way, is illegal in most countries), dancing the night away to giant speakers pumping electronic music. In legendary Koh Phangan, the Island of the Moon! I’ve never been to a Full Moon, but from what I’ve heard the Half Moons are sometimes better because they’re not too overbearing. He was introduced as one of the best DJs in the world, which was a pretty big stretch, but he was actually pretty good. Among the well known international open air events on Koh Phangan, the festival is … The Half Moon Festival is organized in the Forest, north of the Ban Tai village. I heard they just stopped all the parties on the island except the FMP though! We were a little nervous about the music because neither Jules nor I are massive fans of electronic. Join us for another Night of Legends. The best party in Koh Phangan, One of the 3 original Moon open-air gatherings which made of Kophangan a world-famous party-island. If you are bored with the music at the main-stage at any point, definitely check out what’s going on at the other stages!