Over the last thirteen years Koh Toa has transformed in many ways as it developed to become one of the main dive islands in Southeast Asia, drawing all levels of divers and water lovers alike. From the days of being a prison camp, through to its current re-development, Turtle island has retained it's sparkle, though it now caters for everyones tastes and budgets. Local farmers and fishermen quickly realised that major business people from other places were creating their island to accommodate to the needs of all these new customers and they also, quickly started to open their own businesses to fulfill all the customers demands. This small island was still under Royal Patronage in those days, but it didn't inhibit these fortune seekers from staking their claim. The first generation of today's community started settling when they brought their families to Ko Toa and began to farm and yield the rich earth and natural resources the island had to offer. Regardless of it still being under Royal Patronage, pieces of land were claimed, and vacated for coconut plantations. You can still see plenty of evidence of the large plantations all over the island.
Private Beach 
