Ko Kood
Ko Kood (also known as Ko Kut) offers laid-back Thai beach vibes, without the same intensity of tourists that other Thai islands attract.
It’s one of the bigger islands, but it is also one of the quietest – that little bit further from the mainland meaning fewer make the journey. But, for that extra slice of serene life, it’s well worth taking the speedboat from mainland port Laem Sok.
Free from the tourism buzz of other islands, Ko Kood’s beaches are set up for relaxation - think seated rope swings and hammocks across quiet stretches of beach, some set over clear blue water. Ko Kood is less developed than other Thai islands, with no public transport and a notable lack of roads. It also feels more traditionally Thai. Much of the accommodation is family-run, English signs are very rare, and the island relies less on tourism than it does fishing, which forms a large part of both its industry and cuisine: pairing fresh fish with coconut-based dishes.
Ko Kood has some of Thailand’s best wild forests and mangroves, and waterfalls that are ideal for exploration, between beach relaxation. You could find yourself the only people there at any time.
Lots of people come back for second, or third trips to Ko Kood – it’s that good.
