Aside from the Full Moon and Half Moon Parties, this special holiday is worth travelling to Koh Phangan for. Wouldn’t have been the same with out you and the Pioneers! Full Moon Party Thailand 2020. One of the 3 original Moon open-air gatherings which made of Kophangan a world-famous party-island. This is the “Ibiza” of South-East Asia. There are other parties, like those at Black Moon (no moon) or Half Moon, which are also held on Koh Phangan each month. If you’re looking for a hostel, don’t miss Baan Thai Backpackers. #2 Koh Phangan has better parties basically every other night. Check out Nang Yuan Island, a private set of 3 islands connected by a gorgeous sandbar. The party starts after dusk and lasts until dawn. Copyright DFTM Media LLC 2021 | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy, If you’re looking for a hostel, don’t miss. 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. 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. The festival, organized in the forest of a tropical island attracts several thousands of participants. Jungle Experience Koh Phangan 2020. Guests come from all over the World to experience this unique event. PHANGAN.INFO has been operating since 2002. We’d recommend buying them online, or through your accommodation if you can, to avoid longer lines. You can read our full review of, If you’re looking for something a bit more upscale accommodation, check out. The half moon party is way more chill and you can buy tickets on the night at the door. He was introduced as one of the best DJs in the world, which was a pretty big stretch, but he was actually pretty good. When we get the official Half Moon Party 2021 dates we’ll be sure to post them here. 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 was awesome. Thankfully, whether you’re in our boat or love to get down to the hardcore stuff, you’re in luck. The crowd at the festival is a good mix, with more regular backpacker types than super hippie folks and hardcore trance fans. What a way to live! 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! Half Moon Party Koh Phangan Half Moon Party Dates 2020. 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! This time with a MASSIVE LINE UP! . Get down there a couple of days before, find a good crew and stick with them . This tour is a perfect chance to see a bit more of the area than just the bottom of a beer bottle. A trip to Koh Phangan’s Full Moon Party is usually high on all backpackers things to do schedule while traveling through Thailand. It is advisable to check the schedule online before going, as the dates may change to cater to certain Buddhist holidays. As soon as we entered the festival we knew we’d made the right decision to go to the Koh Phangan Half 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. Half Moon Festival welcomes you for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, deep into the tropical forest…. Eden Garden Party Koh Phangan 2020. Mix in some epic lights, pumping tunes and a huge dance floor and you’ve got one hell of a party! Guests come from all over the World to experience this unique event. 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! There’s festival security to keep things safe when you’re partying until the early morning hours. I know HMP just canceled their latest event for renovations, but should be back in May. 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. They had UV body paint, drinks, music and tons of fun! The Tribal Stage is the main stage, offering the biggest acts of the event. The festival has a good mix of music to meet everyones needs. The Full Moon Party is legendary. Unfortunately not, we were only there for the half moon, but there are no shortage of options near the full moon. We get our glow on and dance the night away! 14th February 2020... Koh Phangan, Thailand. There’s a reason thousands of backpackers flock to Koh Phangan for the full moon party. Will be reaching around afternoon to Koh Samui. Der Eintrittspreis beträgt in der Regel 600THB und die Taxipreise entsprechen in etwa denen der Half Moon Party. The Koh Phangan Half Moon Festival is held twice a month; one week before and after the Full Moon Party. Eden Bar is a great place to chill out with a cheeky smoke and watch the sea below or dance the night away. 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. At mid-distance between Thong Sala and Haad Rin, the 2 main arrival piers of Koh Phangan. Actually, Jae tells me he’s picked up people at 3 am and returned them safely to Rasananda after their Full Moon experience. Because of the three different themed stages, you can find exactly what you’re looking for. Koh Phangan Full Moon Party Admission with... from $44.76. These go for double the price at 3000B ($90USD), or 2750B ($82USD) for online, but offer a bunch of extras. As this party is an officially organized event, and not a free for all on the beach, there is an entrance fee. As of 8 March 2020, it is cancelled until … Hey, I plan to land directly on the day of 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. and it’s actually pretty reasonably priced for a festival. 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. There are proper bathrooms (I shudder hearing stories of the bathroom situation at the full moon, or lack thereof). As Koh Phangan is a big tourist destination for all types, the Half Moon Festival also gets a variety of party-goers. Think of a tiny version of Coachella on magic mushrooms (but a hell of a lot cheaper!). It’s been one of our favorite hostels on our trip so far and the perfect place to stay for any Koh Phangan party. More details about the Half Moon Festival 2020. There you’ll find international DJs playing the best electro, psy-trance and underground bangers. 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. Both tickets come with a free drink and a Half Moon Party neck strap. 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. We show travelers how to see the world authentically through unique stories, engaging photography and videos, honest reviews and practical travel tips. We found that the Half Moon festival is a bit more low-key than the Full Moon. It made for some great dancing and singing along. You have stumbled onto one of the greatest secrets of the Thai islands, the Eden Garden Party in Koh Phangan. In legendary Koh Phangan, the Island of the Moon! Copyright © 2001-2020 Halfmoon Festival 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. It’s also a lot more fun to do it yourself! Baan TaiBackpackers is a lot of fun and do a great pre-party to get you started. The Half Moon is on the rise, time for the magical forest once again. Die Shiva Moon Party liegt ebenfalls in Ban Tai und ist etwas im Dschungel versteckt. Thanks Gabe! Party safe and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Mingalaba Road Trip ist Koh Phangan Tagesausflug mit dem Auto (4WD). For those looking for a little more comfort in the jungle you can also buy VIP tickets to the festival. There was a certain buzz and energy around the entrance that was just willing us in to party! They had UV body paint, drinks, music and tons of fun! Sounds like you had a great trip! More Info. A lot of the time your hostel / guesthouse will have access to it, that’s how it was for us. Let us know how it goes! Half Moon Festival welcomes you for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, deep into the tropical forest… Uncage your spirit! A look at the first full moon party of january 9th 2020 in koh phangan thailand (paradise bungalows). Since the start, the Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan turned out to be one of the biggest party events in Thailand. So that’s when we started researching the Koh Phangan Half Moon Party. Definitely check out whatever pre-party your hostel puts on to meet people. 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. 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. Don't waste your money! They arranged a party along the crescent-shaped beach of Haad Rin to celebrate the Full Moon night. Give me a day off. 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.. The Half Moon Party is the best if you have a bit of a crew to go with. 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. Hey, we even ended up with matching Half Moon tattoos! Great write up Christine! As a result, every month there are about 30,000 party people coming together from all around the world. Located in the southern part of the Gulf of Siam in Thailand, Koh Phangan is your dream-like picture-perfect tropical paradise island. 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. Granted they are quieter during the off-season. The island receives a lot of tourism from the parties, but there is a lot more to do than just down buckets. The Half Moon Party at Koh Phangan is located in the middle of the island in the jungle, as opposed to on the beach. 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. This is it. The first full moon party was a spontaneous event in the early 80s. All rights reserved 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. The Jungle Experience It’s been one of our favorite hostels on our trip so far and the perfect place to stay for any Koh Phangan party. 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! and you could tell the organizers put a lot of thought into the set-up. Tuesday, April 7, 2020 - 20:00; Thursday, May 7, 2020 - 20:00 Will it be a challenge to attend the party then (given tickets etc?). Where can you get the glow in the dark/ black light paint & other supplies..? Quick View. They’re also cheaper if you buy them online, costing 1,390 Baht ($41USD). Es gibt mehrere Tanzflächen - im Inneren wie im Freien - und eine Feuershow kann gegenüber der Haupttanzfläche bestaunt werden. It was awesome. When we first entered the festival around 11:30pm, DJ Rio Vegas was just coming on. Do you have any recommendations on places to stay close to the main party? Totally a fair assessment of the festival / overall experience koh pangan has to offer. Welcome to the Full Moon Party in the beautiful island of Koh Phangan Thailand. Nah I wouldn’t imagine so. And because of it’s structure event there’s just an overall festival vibe. Among the well known international open air events on Koh Phangan, the festival is … We had to stop by for a 5 minute dance because the music was that good. I’ve been to KP a few times now but never got to go to a half moon. Along with the stages there is also a section to buy food and snacks. I heard they just stopped all the parties on the island except the FMP though! Hey, I am reaching KP on the day of half moon party. 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. London, United Kingdom 27 contributions 5 helpful votes. 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! Tickets cost 1,500 Thai Baht, which is about $45USD, if you buy them at the gate. We made a great group of friends at the party, and the hostel organized transportation to the party so we all went in together. About Us. Half Moon Party Dates 2020. HALFMOON FESTIVAL: 4 stages of music, in an amazing location, deep into the Tropical Forest. 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. Sea Love Bungalows is another great choice of hotel for the Half Moon Party. When you first enter through the gates there are a number of stalls to your left and right. Unfortunately it was also about 6:30am at this point and our legs were on strike from dancing for so long. 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. The food is simple with pizza, Thai food, etc. There are three stages at the Half Moon Party: the Tribal Stage, the Funky Stage and the Urban Stage. is another great choice of hotel for the Half Moon Party. 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. Hier können Sie ein schönes Foto machen und ein Sonnenbad nehmen. The Funky Stage is your place to go for House music and has a more mellow feel to it compared to the Tribal Stage. Some hostels have a short run though, so the only suggestion is to double check its still open haha. The Half Moon Festival is organized in the Forest, north of the Ban Tai village. A lot of their tourism runs off the parties that basically happen everyday all year round. Baan Thai put on an amazing pre-party, we almost didn’t want to go to the Half Moon Party! We were lucky to meet an incredible group that took our Half Moon experience from amazing to one of our favorite dance parties ever! 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. Full Moon Party Ko Phangan {Thailand} from $796.10. Phangan Full Moon Party Dates 2019 / 2020 The full moon party takes place every month on the island of Koh Phangan, for the night of the full moon. At Don't Forget To Move we help promote and inspire adventurous, authentic and responsible travel around the world. Full Moon Party features commercial music while Half Moon Festival has 3 stages, each of them playing Psytrance, House and Hip Hop. The forest which hosts the Half Moon Festival is located near the Ban Tai Village, on the island of Koh Phangan. Blackmoon Party Thailand 2020. Occasionally the dates are adjusted around Buddhist holidays and do not correspond with the actual night of the full moon. Not sure about them stopping parties, I’d be surprised if that’s true. If you’re looking for something a bit more upscale accommodation, check out la plage beach resort & club, which is right on the sand. 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. Way too overrated. We can get down to some Groove Armada and Tiesto, but the more obscure psy-trance stuff is not really our favorite. Als Sadet-Wasserfall, genießen Sie den Naturpool und entspannen Sie von Ihrer langen Reise. If you’re a big psy-trance fan, get excited to party all night! The best party in Koh Phangan, One of the 3 original Moon open-air gatherings which made of Kophangan a world-famous party-island. 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 ... Frank2508 wrote a review Feb 2020. Hey SR, we would definitely recommend staying in Baan Tai area, so you can be closer to the action. *** Departure from, Koh Samui at 10 PM and return at 4 AM (Delay to 4:30AM) WhatsApp : +66949363549 Email : pimm@halfmoonfestival.com Tel. Quick View. 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. 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. We were told the party doesn’t really get started until that time anyway. Hey Gina From memory, which is hazy haha, we lined up to buy the tickets beforehand. 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! Half Moon Festival takes place every 2 weeks: 1 week before and 1 week after the FullMoonparty. It’s like, c’mon. This place has a gorgeous pool, great beachside lounging and a super fun atmosphere! 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. Join us for another Night of Legends. 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. We were a little nervous about the music because neither Jules nor I are massive fans of electronic. 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. CONTACT     |    WORK WITH US     |    PODCAST. The entrance to the festival was relatively organized (it’s still a jungle party in Thailand!) Would you recommend me an idea area around to stay? The party is held every Saturday and is a psychedelic-themed event. 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. As the night continues the music at the main-stage become much more psy-trance to keep those partiers awake and moving. You’ll spend the day snorkeling, cruising around on a catamaran and enjoying a buffet lunch on the island. 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. He mixed mainstream songs, including some old-school, with electronic beats that everyone seemed to enjoy. Half Moon Festival takes place every 2 weeks: 1 week before and 1 week after the FullMoonparty. There is huge parking for bikes and many taxis going to-and-from the event all night long! There are some beautiful beaches, fun moto rides and gorgeous jungle hikes. Close to the entrance is also where you claim your free drink, so you can get the party started nice and early! 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. On the southern coast of the Island. KILLIN IT! You can read our full review of Baan Tai Backpackers here. Not sure if it’s true or not, but it looks like a damn good time! Almost as famous as its sister parties, the Half Moon Party and Full Moon Party. Koh Phangan was a sleepy little island few traveled too, even electricity was new to … It can get a little intense. Baan Thai put on an amazing pre-party, we almost didn’t want to go to the Half Moon Party! All Music genres - Haadrin - 8pm-7am Full Moon Party Koh Phangan - Party Dates 2019-2020. Shiva Moon Koh Phangan. We provide secure online reservation for accommodation, activities and events on Koh Phangan. More Info. Do you need to buy the tickets beforehand or can you just buy them on the door? Nang Yuan Island Cruise and Snorkel Tour – You came to Thailand to get out on the water, right?! Wir bringen Sie zu den schönsten Stränden der Insel, einschließlich Thong Nai Pan Yai Strand. The organizers have been running this festival for a while now and put on an awesome show! The party takes place on the night of, before, or after every full moon.It is mostly attended by tourists. I’m sure they are all good fun though haha. One of the 3 original Moon open-air gatherings which made of Kophangan a world-famous party-island. 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. 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. Best bet is to try and get them through a hostel beforehand so you don’t have to line up. We made a great group of friends at the party, and the hostel organized transportation to the party so we all went in together. Blackmoon Culture is where the Blackmoon Posse host one of the island’s best outdoor parties on Baan Tai beach. The festival, organized in the forest of a tropical island attracts several thousands of participants. With an amazing décor, a super sandy venue, driving progressive beats, underground trance proudly present by … But don’t take that is a bad sign, it’s still a raging party. FULL MOON PARTY. Enjoy! Every night of the week, there’s something to do. Some time ago (circa 1985), a group of tourists found that the most beautiful moon was in Koh Phangan. I couldn’t tell you exactly, but I know it wouldn’t be hard to find!