Koh Kho Khao
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A flat small island north of Khao Lak, reachable by ferry in 5 minutes. Long beaches and savanna-like open land make it a quiet, uncrowded escape.
Koh Kho Khao lies just off the mouth of the Takua Pa River, separated from the mainland by a narrow channel. Its west side has several kilometers of undeveloped long beaches. Inland are open grasslands and cashew groves, with only a handful of resorts. It suits cycling or riding a motorbike around the island to enjoy empty beaches. A car ferry from the Ban Nam Khem pier takes about 5 minutes, and the fare is about THB 20 to 50. It lies about 25 km from Khao Lak, and you can visit as a day trip or stay one night.
Opening hours
ferries approx. 07:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Ban Nam Khem Tsunami Memorial Park
- Takua Pa Old Town
- Sai Rung Waterfall
- Pakarang Cape
- Khao Lak–Lam Ru National Park
- Khuk Khak Beach
- Bang Niang Market
- Police Boat T.813 Tsunami Memorial