About This Star Wars Filming Location
Phang Nga Bay - Koh Phanak serves as one of the most iconic filming locations for Star Wars, attracting thousands of fans from around the world each year. This legendary site offers visitors a unique opportunity to step into the world of their favorite characters and experience the magic firsthand.
Whether you're planning a solo pilgrimage or organizing a group trip, this location provides the perfect backdrop for recreating memorable scenes, taking photos, and immersing yourself in the Star Wars universe. Many fans consider visiting this site a must-do experience for any true enthusiast.
Fan Pilgrimage Tips
- • Best photo opportunities are typically in the early morning or late afternoon for ideal lighting
- • Bring props or costumes to recreate iconic scenes from Star Wars
- • Check local weather conditions and dress appropriately for outdoor locations
- • Respect any filming restrictions and private property boundaries
- • Consider visiting during off-peak times to avoid crowds and get better photos
Visiting Information & Practical Details
Entry Fee
$$
Access
paid
Best Time to Visit
November–April (dry season)
Transport
Bus/taxi to pier; boat tour
Parking
Parking at piers
Crowd Level
High
Accessibility Info
Access by boat; limited wheelchair accessibility; sea conditions vary
Photography Guidelines
Photography allowed; drones restricted; respect marine park rules"
Star Wars Scenes Filmed at Phang Nga Bay - Koh Phanak
Filming at Phang Nga Bay - Koh Phanak
The bay’s dramatic limestone karsts and islands represented the Wookiee home world Kashyyyk in Revenge of the Sith.
Tours & Experiences
Continue Your Journey
Finished exploring Phang Nga Bay - Koh Phanak? The adventure doesn't have to end here. Discover more magical filming locations nearby and extend your Star Wars pilgrimage.
Phang Nga Bay - Koh Phanak
Star Wars • Nearby
The bay’s dramatic limestone karsts and islands represented the Wookiee home world Kashyyyk in Revenge of the Sith.
Phang Nga Bay - Kayaking Cave
Star Wars • 0.1km away
Phang Nga Bay National Park showcases one of Thailand's most dramatic marine landscapes, where emerald waters lap against sheer limestone karsts. This archipelago has long captured the imagination of locals and filmmakers alike, with protected status preserving its delicate sea caves, hidden lagoons, and wildlife. The atmosphere is tropical and mystical, often shrouded in morning mist that drapes the towers like cathedral spires. In Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, the bay’s sea-forests stood in for Kashyyyk, the Wookiee home world, lending the scenes a tangible sense of ancient, treetop realms rising from the sea.
Phang Nga Bay - Koh Roi
Star Wars • 0.1km away
Phang Nga Bay's dramatic limestone karsts rise like emerald guardians above turquoise waters, a landscape that has long shaped local life and inspired filmmakers. In this corner of the bay, the Kayaking Cave area offers intimate passages carved by tides and time, where cavers and paddlers weave between hanging cliffs and mangrove fringes. The location famously represented the Wookiee home world Kashyyyk in Revenge of the Sith, lending the setting a mythic aura that blends natural grandeur with cinematic history. The atmosphere combines tranquil lagoon-like beauty with a sense of mystery as wind and water reveal secret coves and echoing caverns.