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This island is the farthest island from the coast of Trat. Its size
ranks it as the fourth largest island in Thailand or the second largest
island next to Ko Chang in Trat. The island, which is 25 kilometers
long and 12 kilometers wide covers an area of approximately 105 square
kilometers or 65,625 rai. Its natural features include mountains and
plains where many streams originate and become waterfalls.
One famous
waterfall is Nam Tok Khlong Chao, which flows throughout the year and
is an ideal place for swimming as it is comprised of 3 tiers; of which
the upper two tiers are running streams and the lower one is a large
pond. In 1911, King Rama VI paid a royal visit to this waterfall and
named it 'Nam Tok Anam Kok' to commemorate Ong Chiang Su. In addition;
there are beaches with crystal-clear seas which are popular among
visitors such as Taphao Beach, Khlong Chao Beach, Khlong Hin Beach,
Phrao Beach, etc. Accommodations with a private atmosphere is available
for visitors at the inner sea of Ko Kut, and the other two islands, Ko
Rat and Ko Mai Si, opposite to Ko Kut.
Package tours including accommodation (on Ko Kut, Ko Lao Ya and Ko
Ngam) as well as return fares are usually offered. Those wishing to
charter a boat can contact the Laem Ngop landing or make advance
inquiries at the Ko Chang Centre Point at Tel: (039) 538055, 538059).
Getting to Ko Kut
There are boats from Ko Chang to Ko Kut three times a week (Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday). Please ask for the departure times of the
ferries from Laem-Ngop Pier to Ko Kut at the pier.
Infrastructure on Ko Kut
The island is rather flat compared to Ko Chang with the highest
mountain on the island, Khao Phaenth, measuring 315 metres. It has a
good number of wonderful beaches with crystal clear water (Ta Pho
Beach, Khlong Chao Beach, Thakian Beach, Phrao Beach etc.). Inland, the
island is very wild with a lot of coconut and rubber tree plantations
located in the plains.
Population on Ko Kut
Most of the island inhabitants live off of the cultivation of
coconut, rubber production or fishing. But meanwhile the expanding
tourism industry gives more and more work to the less than 2,000
residents.
The best time to go to Ko Kut
The best time for a visit to Ko Kut is between beginning of November
and the end of February. At this time it is relatively cool, dry and
mostly sunny. But until the end of May, when it is hotter than the cool
season, a visit is still convenient. Even during monsoon season, Ko Kut
is worth visiting for it doesnt rain every day and all day long.
Activities on Ko Kut
Besides lazing on the beach, snorkeling at the beautiful coral reefs
or just watching stars at night; visitors can also visit nearby islands
for snorkeling and other activities.
Some of the more expensive Resorts on Ko Kut offer Banana-,
Donut-boat-trips and water-skiing. In addition visitors can do drop
line fishing at the beaches and bays or rent a boat over night (about
3000 Baht) in order to try night time fishing.
Sights on Ko Kut
The village Aow Salad (Baan Aow Salad) in the Salad Bay (Aow Salad)
is located in the northeast part of the island. It is the biggest
fishing village on Ko Kut fresh seafood can be bought every day.
The marvelous waterfall Nam Tok Khlong Chao or Than Sanuk Waterfall,
which was visited by King Rama VI in 1911, is one of the most beautiful
spots to be found on Ko Kut. It consists of 3 tiers: the upper two are
running streams and the lower one is a large pond - an ideal place for
swimming.
Ko Wai, this small paradise is situated approximately 6 kilometers
south of the southernmost end of Ko Chang The island is about 3
kilometers long, in the widest point 1.5 kilometers and has some very
beautiful sandy beaches.
Ko Wai is reached daily by a boat starting at 3.00 pm from the Laem-Ngop-Pier. The travel time is 2.5 hours and costs 130 Baht.
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