The last group of islands in Thai waters, the Koh Kut archipelago is a lot less-explored than Koh Chang.
Koh Kut, the second biggest island in the Koh Chang group, and the forth largest in the Kingdom is mountainous and heavily forested over half of its land area.
There are several fine waterfalls on the island with coastal coconut groves and excellent beaches on the west coast. Originally developed for package Thai holiday groups the island has recently become popular as a foreign tourist destination.
Koh Maisi Lek protects the bay on the northwest end of Koh Kut. Beware the rock in the northern channel between Koh Maisi Lek and Koh Kut and anchor in 10-13 metres in the centre of the bay.
This makes for an excellent year-round holding with spectacular views and beaches. There is a small bungalow resort and mini mart ashore.
The top of the hill that forms the island of Koh Maisi Lek has been levelled to provide a private airstrip servicing the luxury resort to the south on Koh Kut. This is unlikely to increase inbound traffic as it is only suitable for light aircraft.
Further south, Koh Raet provides similar protection for the bay and makes for a good year round anchorage. Anchor in 6-7 metres between the small island and the beach.
There are several resorts in this area. If approaching from the southwest, watch out for the coral heads in the channel. There is a small waterfall at the top of the steep hill that leads away from the pier at the end of the scenic klong.
There is no passable channel between Koh Raet and Koh Kut.
Ao Khlong Chao offers sufficient protection during the northeast season. The best spot to anchor is in 5 metres on sand off the mouth of the klong in the centre of the bay. One of the larger rivers on Koh Chang enters the ocean here. A short way up river beyond the bridge lay several waterfalls, reachable by dinghy.
Both banks of the klong have small resorts. The Peter Pan Resort on the southern bank is interesting in that it is entirely built on a sand spit no more than 30 metres wide.
Anchor in 5-6 metres on sand in this pretty bay. Ashore there are three resorts each with there own jetties and a small village with restaurants and local styled shops. Crystal clear water and fine white sand characterize this bay.
Anchor in 5 metres on sand off a long white sand beach backed by casuarinas and sand dunes. An outstanding spot which has a small resort with a jetty on shore that is sure to be snapped up in the near future for a luxury resort. There is a small road that crosses the island.
Anchor in no less than 8 metres just north of the village, which boasts a small resort and a few restaurants on stilts.
Ao Yai is the closest haven for Thai and Cambodian fishermen from the border and caters to the Karaoke needs for those that have been at sea for weeks. A very interesting spot indeed.
The east side of Koh Kut offers limited protection during the southwest season; however it offers little of interest to sailors.
Ao Salat supports a significant fishing community of various nationalities but does not make for a good anchorage.
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