Ko BuBu
Ko BuBu is an island gem approximately 3 to 4 nautical miles from Lanta Old Town. It is a Robinson Crusoe island with thick vegetation in the middle, some 10-15 bungalows with a restaurant, sugar-fine sand, helpful locals, and foreign visitors that can be counted on the fingers of two hands (and that is at the peak of the season). It’s the sort of “get-away-from-it-all-and-lie-in-a-hammock” type of concept. Waters around the island are crystal-clear, with some opportunities for snorkeling and fishing off the rocks. The few local workers are
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friendly, helpful, and discreet. There is a nice walking trail for a short trek around the entire island, look for a large family of Southern Pied Hornbills that are usually spotted at sunset when it cools down.
Ko BuBu was unscathed by the 2004 Tsunami. Due to Bubu’s location, it is tucked safely behind Ko Poh and Ko Lanta, consequently the waves were very small when they arrived. The cost of the bungalows are 600 THB per night, the food is inexpensive and fresh, but on the minus side is the fact that you are “trapped” on the island until the next boat comes. This can be both a “minus” and a “plus”, however.
Ko BuBu is a privately owned island and the rustic resort is open from Oct- May. Durning the “Green Season” Ko BuBu is still a superb spot to visit but there aren’t any services so don’t forget to bring your own food and drinks! The phone number for Ko BuBu Resort is: 075 618-066
