Explore Koh Kood
A quiet island at the far edge of Trat — Khlong Chao waterfall, white sand and clear water, a giant makha tree, and old fishing villages
November–April brings clear water and calm seas, gre
2–4 days
฿800–4,500+
Koh Kood — all in one place
Koh Kood is the last big island off Thailand's eastern coast, in Trat province right by the Cambodian border. It's still quiet and the nature is intact — clear water, white sand, and no main road or convenience stores like you'd find on busier islands. People come to Koh Kood to
Start with stays →Signature food
Fresh seafood — Koh Kood is a fishing island, with fresh seafo
Must-see highlight
Khlong Chao Waterfall — The biggest and best-known waterfall on Koh Ko
Nature & views
Khlong Chao Waterfall — The biggest and best-known waterfall on Ko
Easy, all-in-one
Stays, sights, food and itineraries — all on one page
Standout things to do
The best of Koh Kood — don't miss these on a first trip
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Top 10 Koh Kood Hotels
A ranked roundup plus per-hotel reviews, with prices compared across Agoda · Booking · Trip.com
Where to stay in Koh Kood?
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Rankings by style & location
Beyond the Top 10 — rankings by budget, location and stay style in Koh Kood
Koh Kood stays picked from real reviews — honest about the good and the bad, with price ranges and booking links
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7.8Things to do in Koh Kood
Highlights and sights around Koh Kood — nature, city and culture
Khlong Chao Waterfall
The biggest and best-known waterfall on Koh Kood, with a wide pool to swim in and cool, clear water in the middle of the forest. A former royal visiting spot and a popular place to cool off.
Ao Tapao Beach
A long white-sand beach with clear water on the island's west side. Quiet, with lovely sunsets, and home to resorts and beachside restaurants.
Ao Phrao Beach
A white-sand beach with shallow, clear water that's good for swimming and lazing around. Calm and quiet, with resorts and a sunset view over the sea.
Giant Makha Tree
A huge makha-mong tree several hundred years old deep in Koh Kood's forest. The trunk is wide enough to need several people to wrap around it — a quick nature and photo stop.
Ao Salad Fishing Village
An old fishing village on the island's north end where the sea-village way of life carries on — wooden houses over the water, seafood spots, and a fishing pier. Simple and easygoing.
Snorkeling at Koh Rang
Take a boat out to snorkel at Koh Rang, where the water is clear and the coral is healthy. A popular sea trip from Koh Kood on calm days.
Ao Phrao Beach, Koh Kood White Sand, Shallow Clear Water & Sunsets
Read article →Ao Tapao Beach The Longest White-Sand Beach on Koh Kood's West Coast
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Koh Kood Attractions Worth the Trip Waterfalls, Beaches, the Giant Tree & Fishing Villages
Read article →Bang Bao Beach, Koh Kood A Quiet Bay With Clear, Swimmable Water
Read article →Koh Kood Fishing Villages Ao Salad, Klong Chao & Stilt Houses by the Sea
Read article →Giant Makha Tree, Koh Kood A Centuries-Old Forest Giant
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Klong Chao Waterfall A Clear Jungle Pool on Koh Kood
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Klong Yai Kee Waterfall The Quieter Tiered Falls
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Snorkeling on Koh Kood A boat trip out to Koh Rang for clear water and healthy coral
Read article →Where to eat in Koh Kood
Koh Kood's signature food — real local spots, rounded up and ranked
Fresh seafood
Koh Kood is a fishing island, with fresh seafood at the Khlong Chao and Ao Salad villages — shrimp, shellfish, crab, and fish cooked fresh, and cheaper than at the resorts.
Beach bars and restaurants
Ao Tapao and Ao Phrao have beachside restaurants and bars where you can eat, drink, and watch the sunset in a relaxed, quiet-island mood.
Small cafes
The island has little cafes serving fresh coffee and desserts dotted along the beaches and villages — a good place to pause for a coffee during the day.
Local and made-to-order food
The villages have made-to-order and local eateries at local prices — bold flavors and good value, a cheaper option than the resort restaurants.
Koh Kood Beach Bars Sunset Drinks by the Sea
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Koh Kood Cafes Fresh Coffee, Sea & Forest Views
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Koh Kood Food Guide Seafood, Beach Bars & Cafes
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Koh Kood Local Food Curry, Noodles & Bold One-Plate Stir-Fry
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Koh Kood Seafood 10 Spots Locals Actually Go
Read article →Koh Kood itineraries
Ready-made plans — from a day trip to 2–3 days, plus routes to neighbouring provinces
Koh Kood Itinerary 2 Days 1 Night
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Koh Kood Itinerary 3 Days 2 Nights
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Koh Kood for Couples Quiet Beaches, Seaside Dinners & Sunsets
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First Time on Koh Kood? Here's What to Know
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Planning your Koh Kood trip
Best time to go, getting around, and what to know before visiting Koh Kood
Best time
November–April brings clear water and calm seas, great for swimming and snorkeling — this is high season when the island is fully open · May–October is monsoon, with rough seas and many resorts and boat operators shut
Best time to go
Best season — cool and clear
Hot, strong midday sun
Lush and green, fewer crowds, passing rain
Daily budget
* Rough estimate per person/day — stay, food and activities
Prep guides
Where is Koh Kood
Get your bearings before planning routes
Stays 16
16 places we reviewed
Things to do in Koh Kood
Day tours, cooking classes, attraction tickets and outdoor activities — book ahead for better prices
Don't-miss spots in Koh Kood
Khlong Chao Waterfall
The biggest and best-known waterfall on Koh Kood, with a wide po
Ao Tapao Beach
A long white-sand beach with clear water on the island's west si
Ao Phrao Beach
A white-sand beach with shallow, clear water that's good for swi
Giant Makha Tree
A huge makha-mong tree several hundred years old deep in Koh Koo
Ao Salad Fishing Village
An old fishing village on the island's north end where the sea-v
Snorkeling at Koh Rang
Take a boat out to snorkel at Koh Rang, where the water is clear
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If you like Koh Kood, try a nearby province
🏝️Trat
Thailand's last province on the eastern coast, home to Koh Chang, Koh Kood, and Koh Mak — clear water and quiet seas
Explore Trat →
🏝️Koh Mak
A small, quiet island in Trat with white sand and clear water — flat enough to cycle, with snorkeling on nearby islands and a low-carbon way of life
Explore Koh Mak →
🏝️Koh Chang
Thailand's second-largest island in Trat — white-sand beaches, jungle waterfalls, the Bang Bao fishing village, and clear-water islands all around.
Explore Koh Chang →Frequently asked — Koh Kood
How many days do you need in Koh Kood?
Usually 2–4 days covers the main highlights; with more time, continue to nearby provinces.
When is the best time to visit Koh Kood?
November–April brings clear water and calm seas, great for swimming and snorkeling — this is high season when the island is fully open · May–October is monsoon, with rough seas and many resorts and boat operators shut
How much does a day in Koh Kood cost?
Roughly per person/day — budget ฿800–1,500 · mid ฿1,800–3,500 · comfort ฿4,500+ (stay, food and activities).
Where should I stay in Koh Kood?
We have a dedicated neighborhood guide — pick the area that fits your style, then see real stays there.
How do I get to Koh Kood?
By intercity bus/van or private car; some provinces also have an airport or train — see the Prep tab for details.
About — Koh Kood
Koh Kood is the last big island off Thailand's eastern coast, in Trat province right by the Cambodian border. It's still quiet and the nature is intact — clear water, white sand, and no main road or convenience stores like you'd find on busier islands. People come to Koh Kood to slow down and skip the crowds.
The highlights are Khlong Chao waterfall, which is big and pretty, the quieter Khlong Yai Ki waterfall, Ao Tapao and Ao Phrao beaches with clear water and white sand, the fishing villages at Khlong Chao and Ao Salad where the old sea-village way of life lives on, and a giant makha tree several hundred years old. If you love the sea, you can take a boat out to snorkel at Koh Rang. · honesty: getting to Koh Kood takes a while, and many places close during the May–Oct monsoon. Things cost more on the island because everything has to be shipped in, and phone signal and power can be limited in spots — check with your accommodation first.
Best time: November–April brings clear water and calm seas, great for swimming and snorkeling — this is high season when the island is fully open · May–October is monsoon, with rough seas and many resorts and boat operators shut