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Koh Kut

Koh Kut is only 40 km south of Koh Chang. It is the farthest island from the mainland and the second biggest in the area. Scattered across the Island are a bunch of resorts, great beaches, a good waterfall and some fishing villages. It is a nice alternative to the busier Koh Chang with a population of only 2500.

It is a little surprising when coming from Koh Chang. Koh Kut is much flatter with hills instead of mountains. The Island is mostly forested but there are large tracts of flat land that are used for coconut and rubber plantations. There aren't a whole lot of services on the Island so bring what you need, including cash.

Koh Kut's beaches are some of the most pristine you will find in the country. They line the west coast and have fine white sand with crystal clear water. Hat Ta Pho is the main beach in the centre of the west coast. Just to the south is Ao Klong Chao. The bay is lined with several nice beaches and right in the middle is the river leading up to Namtok Klong Chao. The second bay to the south is Ao Klong Hin. This bay is also filled with white sandy beaches that join with those of Ao Phrao. There are many other smaller beaches to stay at or explore. Some of the resorts will rent kayaks and most will be able to book snorkelling, fishing and boat trips to nearby Islands. The night fishing sounds like fun.

The resorts do a lot of group and package tours that include round-trip transportation from the mainland. There is a ferry from the main pier on Koh Chang. There is also one from Ban Bang Bao on Koh Chang to Koh Mak where you will have to cross the Island and catch another boat to Koh Kut. There are also a couple of ferries from the mainland. Ask a travel shop about your options.

Namtok Klong Chao: This 3 tiered waterfall in the central western part of the Island has a large pool at the bottom. It is a great place to go for a hike and a dip. In 1911 it was visited by King Rama VI.