Although Wok Tum bay is a wide sweeping bay, most of the budget accommodations are clustered behind a breakwater at the southern end of the bay - a positioning choice which may do wonders for keeping the water calm, but isn't overly scenic.

Wok Tum bay is one of the quieter and least-developed areas of Koh Phangan feeling largely untouched by tourism compared to most of the island. The coral reef 300 metres offshore is really too far out to make it a popular snorkelling destination, and the beach, though long and sandy is good for little more than sunbathing and long, secluded strolls. Not a bad choice for these activities, but swimming in this shallow bay is mediocre at best.