Destination.destinationGuide
Koh Kood
One of Thailand's last unspoiled islands — jungle, waterfalls, no crowds.
About Koh Kood
Out in the far east of the Gulf of Thailand, almost within sight of Cambodia, Koh Kood is the big island that development forgot. There are no traffic lights, no clubs, no crowds — just jungle spilling down to powder-white beaches and water so clear the longtail boats seem to float on air. The rhythm is simple: swim off Klong Chao or Ao Phrao, ride a motorbike to a hidden bay, kayak up a mangrove river to the Klong Chao waterfall, eat fresh seafood at a stilted village on the east coast. Accommodation runs the full span, from bamboo river bungalows to the legendary eco-luxury of Soneva Kiri, but the mood everywhere is barefoot and unhurried. Many places still close in the rainy months, so the island stays deliberately small. Come in the dry season, rent a scooter, and let one of Thailand's last unspoiled islands slow you all the way down.
Base near Klong Chao for the waterfall, kayaking and the widest choice of places to eat; rent a motorbike — the beaches are 15–20 minutes apart.
Destination.bestFor
Destination.whereToStay
Klong Chao
Main hub — waterfall, all budgets, most restaurants
Ao Tapao / Ao Phrao
Long relaxed swimming beaches, boutique + amenities
Bang Bao
Sheltered upscale bay, seclusion
Destination.moneyTips
- 1Bring baht from the mainland — ATMs are few and many places are cash-only.
- 2Many resorts close in low season; year-round stays are limited, so book the open ones early.
当地交通
- 1Fly Bangkok → Trat (TDX), then a shared minibus to Laem Sok pier (~700 THB).
- 2Speedboat/ferry to the island ~1–1.5h; last boats leave mid-afternoon even in high season.
- 3No airport on the island — rent a motorbike to get around.
Destination.mostCommonMistake
Booking a flight/boat combo that misses the last afternoon boat, or expecting nightlife — Koh Kood is quiet by design.
3–4 Destination.nights
- • Koh Mak (30–45 min by boat)
- • Koh Chang
- • Bangkok
