Koh Phangan Half Moon Party Price 2026: What Indians Pay
✅ Last verified on-the-ground: 2026-07-18
Half Moon Party on Koh Phangan is two rival events on the same fortnight, one at The Lake in the jungle and one at Baan Tai on the beach, with separate tickets, shuttles, and prices. The headline ticket is ₹1,723-₹4,307 (~600-1,500 THB or ~$17.87-$44.68), but the realistic total for an Indian backpacker lands closer to ₹8,040-₹12,922 (~2,800-4,500 THB or ~$83.40-$134.04) for the night. For the full picture of costs across the region, see our Southeast Asia backpacking guide.
Verified against the official Half Moon Party Thailand channels and current shuttle operators as of 18 July 2026.
Quick Answers
| What | Answer | Price (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Half Moon Party entry fee (presale online) | Early-bird wristband from official site | ₹1,723 (~600 THB or ~$17.87) |
| Half Moon Party entry fee (regular online) | Standard online wristband | ₹2,297 (~800 THB or ~$23.83) |
| Half Moon Party entry fee (on the door) | Walk-up at The Lake or Baan Tai | ₹3,446-₹4,307 (~1,200-1,500 THB or ~$35.74-$44.68) |
| Cheapest combo ticket (early-bird, both nights) | Two-night pass bought 7+ days out | ₹2,872 (~1,000 THB or ~$29.79) |
| Return shuttle from Haad Rin | Minivan, both venues, round trip | ₹1,149 (~400 THB or ~$11.91) |
| Beer inside the party (Singha/Chang large) | Official bar price | ₹517-₹632 (~180-220 THB or ~$5.36-$6.55) |
| Cocktail bucket (rum + mixer + 4 redbulls) | Standard jungle bar combo | ₹3,446-₹4,307 (~1,200-1,500 THB or ~$35.74-$44.68) |
| Realistic total for one Indian backpacker (ticket + 4 beers + shuttle + snack) | No taxi scams, no VIP tables | ₹8,040-₹10,050 (~2,800-3,500 THB or ~$83.40-$104.25) |
The current rate used throughout this guide: 1 THB = ₹2.87 (1 INR ≈ 0.3485 THB, 1 USD ≈ 33.6 THB), verified 18 July 2026.
How the Half Moon Party Works
The Half Moon Party runs roughly every two weeks on Koh Phangan, usually Thursday nights, with the schedule shifting around full moon dates so it doesn’t collide with the bigger monthly Full Moon Party at Haad Rin. In 2026 the schedule is published on the official Half Moon Party Thailand Facebook page and Instagram, plus a third-party tracker at halfmoonpartykohphangan.com. Bookings open 4 to 6 weeks out. Early-bird tiers sell out for popular dates in the high season (December to March and June to August).
There are two competing venues:
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The Lake (Half Moon Festival) in the jungle near Srithanu. This is the original, larger event, with multiple stages, art installations, fire performers, and a main stage that runs until 5 a.m. Tickets are sold through the official site, halfmoonfestival.com, and wristbands are exchanged at a check-in point in Srithanu.
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Baan Tai (Half Moon on the Beach) at a beach club on Baan Tai. Smaller, louder, more EDM-focused, easier to reach from Haad Rin. Tickets are sold through the venue’s own site, baantaibeachclub.com, and most shuttle packages bundle the ticket.
The two events are not interchangeable. If you book a “Half Moon Party” ticket through a random Klook or hostel listing without reading the venue, you may end up at the wrong one. This is the single most common screw-up travellers report.
Subodh’s Pro Tip: Book directly through either venue’s site (halfmoonfestival.com for The Lake or baantaibeachclub.com for Baan Tai). Third-party resellers add ₹574-₹1,149 (~200-400 THB or ~$5.96-$11.91) on top, and the wristband still has to be picked up at the venue anyway. The official price is the price.
Ticket Tiers and What Each One Gets You
| Tier | Price | What you get | Worth it for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early-bird online (7+ days out) | ₹1,723 (~600 THB or ~$17.87) | Entry wristband only | Anyone who plans ahead |
| Regular online (3 to 7 days out) | ₹2,297 (~800 THB or ~$23.83) | Entry wristband only | Most people |
| Last-week online | ₹2,872 (~1,000 THB or ~$29.79) | Entry wristband only | Travellers who decide mid-trip |
| On-the-door | ₹3,446-₹4,307 (~1,200-1,500 THB or ~$35.74-$44.68) | Entry wristband only | Risky, queues, often more at the door |
| Two-night early-bird pass | ₹2,872 (~1,000 THB or ~$29.79) | Two nights at same venue | Worth it if your dates work |
| VIP table (4 people) | ₹34,458-₹57,430 (~12,000-20,000 THB or ~$357.43-$595.72) | Reserved table, bottle service, fast entry | Group of 4 who want a base |
| Shuttle + ticket bundle | ₹2,872-₹3,446 (~1,000-1,200 THB or ~$29.79-$35.74) | Round-trip minivan from Haad Rin or Thong Sala + entry | Anyone without their own scooter |
The early-bird to on-the-door delta is ₹1,723-₹2,584 (~600-900 THB or ~$17.87-$26.81). That is real money. Travellers report that on-the-door is sometimes ₹4,307 (~1,500 THB or ~$44.68) on peak dates (December full moon week, Songkran spillover), which is more than double the early-bird. Buy 7+ days out unless you want to fund the venue’s marketing budget.
Subodh’s Pro Tip: The “free entry” flyers hostel receptions hand out are almost always for the Full Moon Party at Haad Rin, not the Half Moon. If a hostel’s front desk is pushing tickets for “the party this Saturday” and the price seems too good, check the date against the official Half Moon schedule. Most “free entry” wristbands are subsidised by drink minimums inside, which often cost more than the ticket itself.
Where to Stay If You Want to Make the Party
You do not need to stay in Haad Rin for the Half Moon Party. Haad Rin is for the Full Moon. For the Half Moon, the closest practical bases are Srithanu (for The Lake) and Baan Tai (for the beach venue). Haad Rin is on the wrong side of the island, which is why the shuttle is ₹1,149 (~400 THB or ~$11.91) round trip, not 100.
For budget-conscious Indians, three hostels on the island work well, all reachable by scooter or shared taxi from Thong Sala pier. Most hostels run their own shuttle packages to whichever Half Moon venue falls on your dates; ask at check-in, the markup is usually ₹287-₹574 (~100-200 THB or ~$2.98-$5.96) on top of the public shuttle, but you skip the queue.
Drink Math: How Much You’ll Spend Inside
The headline ticket gets you in. Everything else is on top. Drinks at the Half Moon Party are not cheap. You are in a jungle venue with one or two bar operators and no competition. The markups over Haad Rin 7-Eeven prices are roughly 3 to 4x. Plan accordingly.
| Item | 7-Eleven price (Thong Sala) | Half Moon Party price | Markup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large beer (Singha/Chang 640ml) | ₹158-₹187 (~55-65 THB or ~$1.64-$1.94) | ₹517-₹632 (~180-220 THB or ~$5.36-$6.55) | ~3.5x |
| Bucket (rum + mixer + 4 redbulls) | ₹1,005-₹1,292 (~350-450 THB or ~$10.43-$13.40) | ₹3,446-₹4,307 (~1,200-1,500 THB or ~$35.74-$44.68) | ~3x |
| Water (small bottle) | ₹29 (~10 THB or ~$0.30) | ₹172-₹230 (~60-80 THB or ~$1.79-$2.38) | ~7x |
| Shisha | Not sold | ₹1,149-₹1,723 (~400-600 THB or ~$11.91-$17.87) | New cost |
A realistic drink plan for one Indian backpacker who wants to stay functional for the 4 a.m. Sunrise sets: 4 large beers + 1 water + maybe a cocktail bucket to share = roughly ₹4,020-₹5,169 (~1,400-1,800 THB or ~$41.70-$53.62). This is the line item most travellers underestimate. The party starts at 9 p.m. And runs to 5 a.m., that is eight hours, and there is no exit-and-re-entry, so once you are in you are buying at jungle-bar prices until sunrise.
Safety Alert: Drink spiking incidents have been reported at both Half Moon venues, the same as the Full Moon Party at Haad Rin. Travellers report incidents most often in the dance-floor crowd between 1 a.m. And 3 a.m. Watch your drink, don’t accept open drinks from strangers, and keep your phone and wallet in a zipped pocket, not a back pocket. The venue has a first-aid tent at the main entrance; use it.
Food and Water Inside
Both venues have food stalls. Prices are higher than town, as expected, but not absurd.
| Item | Price inside the venue |
|---|---|
| Pad thai or fried rice | ₹287-₹431 (~100-150 THB or ~$2.98-$4.47) |
| Grilled chicken skewers (5 sticks) | ₹574-₹718 (~200-250 THB or ~$5.96-$7.45) |
| Burger and chips | ₹517-₹718 (~180-250 THB or ~$5.36-$7.45) |
| Coconut water | ₹172-₹230 (~60-80 THB or ~$1.79-$2.38) |
| Bottled water (small) | ₹172-₹230 (~60-80 THB or ~$1.79-$2.38) |
Eat before you go. The shuttle from Haad Rin usually leaves around 9 p.m. And arrives by 10 p.m. The food stalls at both venues don’t open until 11 p.m. The first hour is queues, dust, and expensive beer. Travellers who eat a proper meal at a Srithanu or Baan Tai restaurant beforehand report a much better night.
For a pre-party meal, Haad Khuad Cafe (4.9) is a beachside spot with Thai and Western options, good for groups who want a quieter dinner before the chaos. Mama Ann (4.9) in Thong Sala does home-style Thai food at proper Thai prices, around ₹230-₹345 (~80-120 THB or ~$2.38-$3.57) a dish, which is half what you will pay at the venue.
The Shuttle Trap
This is the line item that catches Indian backpackers the most. The Half Moon Party venues are not walkable from anywhere most tourists stay. You need a ride. There are three options, and the price difference between them is ₹574 (~200 THB or ~$5.96) or more each way:
| Option | Cost | Time | Honest take |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hostel shuttle bundle | ₹1,436-₹2,010 (~500-700 THB or ~$14.89-$20.85) | Pickup 8:30 to 9 p.m., return 4 to 5 a.m. | Easiest. Worth the markup if your hostel runs one. |
| Public shuttle (Srithanu or Baan Tai pickup) | ₹1,149 (~400 THB or ~$11.91) round trip | Fixed times, two pickup points | Cheapest if you can get to the pickup. |
| Private songthaew (shared truck taxi) | ₹1,723-₹2,872 (~600-1,000 THB or ~$17.87-$29.79) one way | Negotiate at the pier | Only worth it for groups of 4+ |
| Scooter ride | ₹287-₹431 (~100-150 THB or ~$2.98-$4.47) fuel | You drive, you park, you leave when you want | Best option if you have an International Driving Permit and can rent a scooter legally. See our scooter rental prices guide for rates. |
Travellers report the most common mistake is arranging a “taxi” from Haad Rin through a tout at 8 p.m., which then turns into a ₹4,307 (~1,500 THB or ~$44.68) one-way fare. Pre-book the shuttle through your hostel or through the venue’s official site. Do not negotiate transport at the Haad Rin pier at 9 p.m. On party night.
Subodh’s Pro Tip: If you are already staying in Srithanu (for The Lake) or Baan Tai (for the beach venue), skip the shuttle entirely. A scooter ride to either venue is 10 to 15 minutes and the fuel cost is ₹144 (~50 THB or ~$1.49). The ₹1,149 (~400 THB or ~$11.91) shuttle only makes sense if you are staying in Haad Rin or Thong Sala.
The Realistic Total for One Night
Here is the actual budget an Indian backpacker should expect. This is not the headline ticket, it is the night:
| Item | Low end | Mid range | High end |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry ticket (early-bird online) | ₹1,723 (~600 THB or ~$17.87) | ₹2,297 (~800 THB or ~$23.83) | ₹2,872 (~1,000 THB or ~$29.79) |
| Return shuttle from Haad Rin | ₹1,149 (~400 THB or ~$11.91) | ₹1,436 (~500 THB or ~$14.89) | ₹2,010 (~700 THB or ~$20.85) |
| 4 large beers inside | ₹2,067 (~720 THB or ~$21.45) | ₹2,527 (~880 THB or ~$26.21) | ₹2,872 (~1,000 THB or ~$29.79) |
| 1 water inside | ₹172 (~60 THB or ~$1.79) | ₹230 (~80 THB or ~$2.38) | ₹287 (~100 THB or ~$2.98) |
| Food inside or pre-party meal | ₹287 (~100 THB or ~$2.98) | ₹431 (~150 THB or ~$4.47) | ₹718 (~250 THB or ~$7.45) |
| Pre-party meal at Srithanu or Baan Tai | ₹287 (~100 THB or ~$2.98) | ₹431 (~150 THB or ~$4.47) | ₹718 (~250 THB or ~$7.45) |
| Total in THB | ₹5,686 (~1,980 THB or ~$58.93) | ₹7,347 (~2,560 THB or ~$76.19) | ₹9,471 (~3,300 THB or ~$98.21) |
| Total in INR (at 1 THB = ₹2.87) | ₹5,684 (~$58.93) | ₹7,347 (~$76.19) | ₹9,471 (~$98.21) |
The headline ticket is ₹1,723-₹2,872 (~600-1,000 THB or ~$17.87-$29.79). The realistic night is ₹7,179-₹10,050 (~2,500-3,500 THB or ~$74.47-$104.25). The difference is drinks, shuttle, and one bad decision at 2 a.m.
For a wider breakdown of what the rest of a Thailand trip costs, our Thailand budget guide lays out the per-day math.
India-Specific Money Considerations
Most of what you spend at the Half Moon Party will be in cash. The ticket can be bought online with an Indian debit or credit card, which is the move, but drinks, food, and the shuttle on the night are cash-only at the venue. ATMs at the venue are rare; the closest reliable ATMs are in Srithanu, Baan Tai, and Thong Sala.
Forex and ATM fees in Thailand for Indians: Most Indian debit cards charge ₹574-₹718 (~200-250 THB or ~$5.96-$7.45) per ATM withdrawal on top of a 2% to 3.5% FX markup. The cheapest setup for Thailand is a zero-markup card (Fi, Niyo, or Jupiter) plus a fixed amount of Thai baht in cash from India. Our Thailand ATM fees guide has the bank-by-bank breakdown.
How much cash to bring for Half Moon night: Bring ₹8,614-₹11,486 (~3,000-4,000 THB or ~$89.36-$119.14) per person. That covers ticket (if buying on the door), shuttle, drinks, food, and a buffer for a 5 a.m. Bowl of noodles on the way home. Withdraw from a Bangkok Bank or Krungsri (Bank of Ayudhya) ATM in Srithanu or Baan Tai; both have lower foreign-card fees than the 7-Eleven machines.
Visa situation for Indians: Thailand is visa-free for Indian passport holders up to 60 days as of 2026, so no extra visa run is needed just to attend the party. You do need the TDAC digital arrival card before boarding; apply at the official portal https://tdac.immigration.go.th. More details in our Thailand visa guide for Indians.
Safety Alert: Keep your passport locked in your hostel safe the night of the party. A photocopy or a phone photo of the bio page is enough ID if anything goes wrong. Losing your passport on Half Moon night in Koh Phangan is a 2 to 3 day trip to the Indian embassy in Bangkok to replace. Travellers report this happens every month.
Half Moon vs Full Moon: Which One Should You Go To?
The Full Moon Party at Haad Rin is bigger, more famous, and more expensive. The Half Moon Party is smaller, more selective, and the crowd skews older and more international. For Indian backpackers on a tight budget, the Half Moon is usually better value:
| Factor | Full Moon Party (Haad Rin) | Half Moon Party (jungle/beach) |
|---|---|---|
| Headline ticket | Free (beach is open) | ₹1,723-₹4,307 (~600-1,500 THB or ~$17.87-$44.68) |
| Beer inside | ₹431-₹517 (~150-180 THB or ~$4.47-$5.36) | ₹517-₹632 (~180-220 THB or ~$5.36-$6.55) |
| Vibe | Crowded beach, bucket stands, all-night chaos | Forest stages, art installations, more space |
| Crowd age | 18 to 25, mostly European gap-year | 22 to 35, mixed nationalities |
| Getting there | Walk from Haad Rin | Shuttle needed from most areas |
| Total night (Indian backpacker) | ₹7,179-₹11,486 (~2,500-4,000 THB or ~$74.47-$119.14) | ₹7,179-₹10,050 (~2,500-3,500 THB or ~$74.47-$104.25) |
If your Koh Phangan dates line up with both, the Half Moon is the better night. If only the Full Moon fits, it is still a fine party, just less selective and more crowded.
Getting Connected
You will want data on party night for two reasons: to find your shuttle pickup and to call a songthaew at 4 a.m. When the shuttle has left without you. A local SIM is the cheapest option, AIS or TrueMove tourist SIMs run ₹859 (~299 THB or ~$8.91) for 7 days with 15 GB. Buy at the Thong Sala 7-Eleven when you arrive on the island. If you’d rather skip the airport SIM counter, Get Nomad eSIM gives you a Thailand data pack you can install before you fly.
The Takeaway
The pattern is predictable. Travellers who pre-book the ticket and shuttle have a great night and spend what they planned. Those who “figure it out on the night” spend double, get home at 7 a.m. with no plan, and have stories about a ₹4,307 (~1,500 THB or ~$44.68) taxi that they are still annoyed about six months later. Pre-book the ticket on the official site, pre-book the shuttle through your hostel, and bring ₹11,486 (~4,000 THB or ~$119.14) cash per person. The party itself is worth every baht. The surprises are not.
FAQ
What is the Half Moon Party entry fee in 2026? Early-bird online is ₹1,723 (~600 THB or ~$17.87), regular online is ₹2,297 (~800 THB or ~$23.83), last-week online is ₹2,872 (~1,000 THB or ~$29.79), and on-the-door is ₹3,446-₹4,307 (~1,200-1,500 THB or ~$35.74-$44.68). Buy 7+ days out through the official venue site (halfmoonfestival.com for The Lake, baantaibeachclub.com for Baan Tai).
Can I buy the Half Moon Party ticket at the door? Yes, but it costs ₹1,723-₹2,584 (~600-900 THB or ~$17.87-$26.81) more than early-bird online and queues can be long after 11 p.m. If your dates are flexible, book the early-bird at least a week ahead.
Is there a free entry option? Not really. Some hostels in Haad Rin run “free entry” packages that bundle a shuttle and ticket, but the ticket is built into the package cost. The genuine free-entry event is the Full Moon Party at Haad Rin beach, which is open access.
How do I get from Haad Rin to the Half Moon Party? Official shuttle is ₹1,149 (~400 THB or ~$11.91) round trip from Haad Rin or Thong Sala, pickup around 9 p.m., return around 4 to 5 a.m. Hostels often bundle shuttle + ticket for ₹2,872-₹3,446 (~1,000-1,200 THB or ~$29.79-$35.74). Do not negotiate a songthaew on the night, the prices double.
How much should I budget for the whole night as an Indian backpacker? Plan for ₹8,040-₹10,050 (~2,800-3,500 THB or ~$83.40-$104.25) per person (around ₹8,000 (~$82.98) to ₹10,000 (~$103.73)). That covers the early-bird ticket, shuttle, four beers, water, and a meal. Add ₹1,436-₹2,872 (~500-1,000 THB or ~$14.89-$29.79) if you plan to share a cocktail bucket.
Is the Half Moon Party safe for Indian travellers? Yes, but standard party-night precautions apply. Watch your drink, keep your phone and wallet zipped, leave the passport in the hostel safe, and pre-book your shuttle so you are not standing around at 4 a.m. Negotiating with touts. Travellers report incidents are rare at the Half Moon compared to the Full Moon.
Can I use my Indian debit or credit card inside the party? No. The ticket can be bought online with an Indian card, but the venue is cash-only for drinks, food, and shuttle payments. Bring ₹11,486 (~4,000 THB or ~$119.14) in cash per person and withdraw from a Bangkok Bank or Krungsri ATM in Srithanu or Baan Tai before the party starts.
