Koh Kood (Ko Kut) is the fourth-largest island in Thailand and one of the least developed — getting here requires a bus to Trat, a songthaew to the pier, and a two-hour speedboat crossing. That effort filters the visitor type and keeps the reefs, beaches, and jungle in a condition that the more accessible Gulf islands can no longer match. The island’s signature tour activity is the Ko Rang snorkel day trip — an uninhabited island 30 minutes offshore with some of the best coral coverage in the Gulf of Thailand. Beyond the water, two accessible waterfalls and a mangrove kayaking river fill the remaining days.
We have listed the top Koh Kood tours below. Prices are approximate in THB as of 2026.
Quick Comparison: Top Koh Kood Tours at a Glance
| Tour | Duration | Approx. Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ko Rang Snorkel Day Trip | Full day | From THB 800 | Snorkellers, families |
| Ko Rang + Koh Mak Island Hopping | Full day | From THB 1,500 | Island explorers |
| Khlong Chao Waterfall Hike | Half day | From THB 400 | Hikers, families |
| Khlong Chao River Kayak Tour | Half day | From THB 400 | All levels |
| Half-Day Fishing Trip | 4–5 hrs | From THB 1,500 (per boat) | Fishing enthusiasts |
| Full-Day Scooter Island Circuit | Full day | From THB 300 (self-hire) | Independent travellers |
For Snorkelling
Ko Rang Snorkel Day Trip
Ko Rang (also spelled Koh Rang Nok) is an uninhabited island 30 minutes by speedboat from Koh Kood’s main piers. Its fringing reefs have some of the best coral coverage in the eastern Gulf of Thailand — substantially healthier than anything accessible from Koh Kood’s own beaches. The reef runs in depths of 2–10 metres, with good fish density: parrotfish, angelfish, triggerfish, and occasional reef sharks in the deeper sections. Most tour boats stop at two or three different snorkel sites around the island before returning.
Duration: Full day (departure approximately 08:30, return 15:00–16:00) | Price: from approximately THB 800–1,200 | Includes: speedboat, snorkelling equipment, Thai lunch on the boat or island beach | Note: national marine park entry approximately THB 200 payable on arrival | Best time: November to April when visibility is best (8–20 metres); May to September the reef is accessible but visibility can be reduced by seasonal sediment
Koh Kood’s Ko Rang is a different island from the Koh Rang in Koh Chang’s dive area — both are worth visiting, but check your departure point is from the Koh Kood pier (Laem Ngop or Ao Thammachat) when booking.
Ko Rang + Koh Mak Island Hopping
Koh Mak is a small, flat island between Koh Chang and Koh Kood — palm-lined beaches, minimal infrastructure, and considerably calmer than either of its neighbours. Combined island-hopping tours from Koh Kood make a full day: speedboat to Ko Rang for morning snorkelling, then across to Koh Mak for lunch at one of the beach restaurants, with an afternoon return. The pace is relaxed and the combination suits travellers who want water time plus a different island atmosphere in a single day.
Duration: Full day | Price: from approximately THB 1,500 | Includes: speedboat, snorkelling gear, guide; lunch at Koh Mak is typically self-pay at the beach restaurant | Note: services run primarily November to April; verify availability outside peak season
For Waterfalls
Nam Tok Khlong Chao Waterfall Hike
Koh Kood’s largest waterfall drops in a series of tiers into a wide swimming pool 3 kilometres inland from Klong Chao Beach. A well-maintained trail through secondary forest takes 20–30 minutes from the road. The pool at the base is suitable for swimming from November to April when water levels are manageable — in the wetter months, the current is too strong. Early morning visits beat the day-tripper traffic. No entrance fee.
Duration: Half day | Price: from approximately THB 400 (guided) or self-access by scooter | Includes: guide, transport from main beach area if booked through a resort | Difficulty: easy — flat trail, good path | Best time: 08:00–10:00 before the midday heat; the light in the pool clearing is best in the morning
Nam Tok Khlong Yai Ki (Secondary Waterfall)
A smaller, more jungle-feel waterfall further south, accessed via a dirt track off the main road. Far fewer visitors than Khlong Chao, and the swimming pool at the base is narrow but private. The access road is unpaved — a scooter handles it easily; a standard vehicle may not. This is more of an independent-traveller destination than an organised-tour stop.
Duration: 2–3 hours | How to access: scooter hire from any resort (approximately THB 300–400/day); follow the main road south past Bang Bao village | Best combined with: a stop at Ao Bang Bao bay and the fishing village restaurants for lunch
For Kayaking
Khlong Chao River Kayak Tour
The Khlong Chao river runs behind Klong Chao Beach through a tunnel of mangrove roots — at high tide the mangroves are fully accessible by kayak and the river becomes a shaded green corridor with kingfishers, monitor lizards, and crabs visible from the water. Rental kayaks are available at the beach (approximately THB 200–300/hour); guided tours depart in the morning to coincide with high tide.
Duration: 2–3 hours | Price: from approximately THB 200/hour (self-rental) or THB 400 guided | Includes: kayak, paddle, life jacket; guide provides wildlife identification commentary on the guided version | Best time: high tide in the morning (check local tide times — the river depth at low tide reduces the experience significantly) | Difficulty: easy — sheltered water, suitable for beginners
Fishing Trips
Half-Day Fishing on Local Boats
Koh Kood’s waters are fished less intensively than those around Thailand’s more-visited island resorts, and several guesthouses on the island can arrange half-day or full-day fishing trips on local longtail or traditional fishing boats. The catch varies by season but typically includes snapper, grouper, and mackerel. The trips combine light fishing with time in bays inaccessible from land.
Duration: 4–5 hours | Price: from approximately THB 1,500–2,500 per boat (not per person — best split between 2–4 anglers) | Includes: boat, rods, bait, guide; a cook at the resort will often prepare the catch on return | How to book: through your resort or guesthouse — most can arrange within a day’s notice outside peak season
Self-Guided Island Circuit by Scooter
Koh Kood’s main road runs roughly north to south along the western shore — an easy 30km circuit by scooter that covers all the main beaches, both waterfall access points, the fishing village at Ao Bang Bao, and the viewpoints on the east coast. Scooter hire is approximately THB 300–400/day from most resorts. The route passes through jungle interior, coconut groves, and fishing villages with almost no tourist infrastructure — a genuinely low-key way to see the island at your own pace.
Duration: Full day | Price: from approximately THB 300 (scooter hire) | Note: eastern coast tracks are unpaved and can be muddy after rain; the main road south to Bang Bao is fully paved
Practical Information
Season: November to April for best conditions. Koh Kood receives the eastern Gulf monsoon in October–November but does not close completely during the wet season like the Andaman islands. December to February is peak — Ko Rang visibility is at its clearest.
Logistics: Most tours depart from the piers near Klong Chao Beach. Resort speedboats are the main transport option for Ko Rang trips — ask your resort or check with the operators at the main pier. Walk-in booking is usually possible outside December–February peak.
Cash: There is one ATM on the island charging approximately THB 220 per withdrawal, and it can run dry in peak season. Withdraw from Trat before arriving.
What to bring: Reef-safe sunscreen (essential for Ko Rang — chemical sunscreen is banned in marine park waters), a dry bag, snorkelling mask and fins (hire on-island is available but quality varies), and water shoes for rocky pier entries.
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See also: Koh Kood travel guide · Koh Chang travel guide · Thailand island hopping itinerary · Best tours in Thailand