Islands

The Koh Kood Sub-district

Koh Kood
is the second largest island of the Koh-Chang National Marine Park. It is located further southeast of Koh Chang and takes 4 1/2 hours by ferry from Laem Ngob. Koh Kuts landscape is quite simmilar to that of Koh Chang. Being further south and less populated , Koh Kood is less developed. Besides it's sun, sand and sea elements the Klong Jao Waterfall or Tan Sanuk Waterfall is another scenic attraction on the island. There are 7 resorts on the island which caters of the higher priced markets. Room Rates is about 2,000 Baht/Night or above. Usually these rates include transportation.

Koh Maak
is situated between Koh-Chang and Koh Kood. Although third largest in the group of island it has an area of only about 16 square kilometers.The beach on the northwest of the island is a beauty. About one-third of the land is covered by rainforest while coconut plantations and Rubber trees take up the majority of the island. Fishing, diving, cycling ,boating and motorbiking are favourite past times.

Koh Kradad
is situated to the northeast of Koh Maak. It derived its name from the Kradad trees. Koh Kradad has its historical significance as being the first island to be issued land title deeds. This was actually a deterrent of the French aggression on the island. During the French colonisation of Indochina Koh Kradad was targeted as a possible territory of expansion. King Rama V ordered the issuance of title deeds for Koh Kradad to confirm Thailand's sovereignty over the island. The long white beach and the corals in its vicinity are the main attractions. There is only one known resort so far, the Koh Kradad Resort , which include transportation in their room rates. Getting to Koh Kradad takes about 2 to 3 hours from Laem Ngob.

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Koh Lao Ya
is a group of islands south of Koh-Chang. The group is made up of Koh Lao Ya Nai, Koh Lao Ya Klang and Koh Lao Ya Nok. Transportation from Laem Ngob takes about 2 and a half hours. The islands are famed for their beaches, clear water and colourful corals.

Koh Wai
is situated further south and is about twice the size of Koh Lao Ya. It has many scenic bays, rich coral zones and beaches some of which are ladened with an abundance of stones. Koh Wai is a haven for those who love fishing. As for accommodations, Koh Wai Pakarung Resort and Koh Wai Paradise are ready to serve tourists.

Koh Khlum
was a battleground during the French colonisation of Indochina.Koh Khlum is also suitable for fishing. It has an impressive landscape.

Koh Phrao
is in front of Salakpetch Bay. From Laem Ngob, it takes two hours to the island. Koh Phrao has clean and calm sea with cool and shady beaches covered by coconuts trees.

Koh Rung
is a small island on the west of Koh Maak. This little isle do not have enough flat land for construction of accommodation facilities.However, it is a relatively important island as it is a major source of bird nests,"Charamed" eggs and bat's dung. Stone knolls and deep-water corals under the sea of Koh Rung are fascinating.

Koh Ngam
is situated south of Koh-Chang and comprises of two island with a huge sand knoll in between.Koh Ngam is blessed by the beauty of its bay which is part of a mountain extending into the sea.Travelling time is two hours from Laem Ngob.