Wat Rat Charoen
Koh Phangan, Thailand • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Aug
23°C – 29°C, january is part of the dry season on koh phangan, with warm temperatures and low humidity, high crowds, peak season
23°C – 29°C, january is part of the dry season on koh phangan, with warm temperatures and low humidity, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Stairs and uneven terrain make access challenging for wheelchairs.
Stairs and uneven terrain make access challenging for wheelchairs.
Value for money
High
Admission is free, offering great value for couples.
Admission is free, offering great value for couples.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Peaceful Escape
Couples found Wat Rat Charoen to be a tranquil and romantic experience.
Cultural Gem
Travelers enjoyed the authentic Thai culture and serene atmosphere at the temple.
Serene Setting
Visitors loved the shady and cool environment, perfect for a relaxing visit.
Limited Details
Couples wished for more detailed information about temple events.
Inconsistent Hours
Travelers found the operating hours information to be quite conflicting and confusing.
Not Wheelchair
Couples found access challenging due to stairs and uneven terrain.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday
08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday
08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday
08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Friday
08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday
08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Sunday
08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
23-29°C
December sees the return of dry, sunny weather with lower humidity and pleasant temperatures.
December sees the return of dry, sunny weather with lower humidity and pleasant temperatures.
Open
No significant restrictions, but expect larger crowds and higher prices for accommodation and transport.
No significant restrictions, but expect larger crowds and higher prices for accommodation and transport.
Recommended
December is one of the best times to visit Wat Rat Charoen, with favorable weather and full accessibility.
December is one of the best times to visit Wat Rat Charoen, with favorable weather and full accessibility.
January
HIGH
23-29°C
January is part of the dry season on Koh Phangan, with warm temperatures and low humidity. Rainfall is minimal and skies are mostly clear.
January is part of the dry season on Koh Phangan, with warm temperatures and low humidity. Rainfall is minimal and skies are mostly clear.
Open
No known restrictions. Wat Rat Charoen is open to visitors and admission is free.
No known restrictions. Wat Rat Charoen is open to visitors and admission is free.
Recommended
A very good time to visit Wat Rat Charoen, with favorable weather and all facilities accessible, but expect higher prices and larger crowds due to peak season.
A very good time to visit Wat Rat Charoen, with favorable weather and all facilities accessible, but expect higher prices and larger crowds due to peak season.
February
HIGH
24-30°C
February continues the dry season trend, with hot temperatures, sunny days, and very little rainfall.
February continues the dry season trend, with hot temperatures, sunny days, and very little rainfall.
Open
No known restrictions. Wat Rat Charoen is open to visitors and admission is free.
No known restrictions. Wat Rat Charoen is open to visitors and admission is free.
Recommended
Excellent weather conditions for visiting Wat Rat Charoen, though expect high prices and busy tourist sites.
Excellent weather conditions for visiting Wat Rat Charoen, though expect high prices and busy tourist sites.
March
MEDIUM
25-32°C
March is hot and still generally dry, though humidity may slowly increase towards the end of the month.
March is hot and still generally dry, though humidity may slowly increase towards the end of the month.
Open
No known restrictions. Wat Rat Charoen is open to visitors and admission is free.
No known restrictions. Wat Rat Charoen is open to visitors and admission is free.
Recommended
A great month for visiting, with warm weather and manageable crowd levels. Prices may be more reasonable.
A great month for visiting, with warm weather and manageable crowd levels. Prices may be more reasonable.
How to get there
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Ferry
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required