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Major city · Thailand

Ko Kutเกาะกูด

Spend 2–3 days on Ko Kut for beaches, waterfalls and diving; arrive via ferry from Trat and stay near Klong Chao.

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Ko Kut is Thailand's fourth‑largest island, offering quiet beaches, several waterfalls and dive sites. With limited nightlife and spread‑out resorts, 2–3 days let you relax, explore the main sights and enjoy water activities without rushing.

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Weather
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Currency
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Best months
Nov–Apr
avoid Jul–Sep (choppy seas, reduced visibility)
Airport
TDX
Nights
2–3
Rules in force · 6Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
  • Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
  • Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
  • Thailand ↗Check entry rules and any arrival card on the official Thai government sites for your passport; visa-exempt stays and pre-arrival forms change.
  • Thailand ↗Do not criticise or mock the monarchy: insulting the royal family is a criminal offence.
  • Thailand ↗Temples and palaces: shoulders and knees covered, shoes off before entering halls.
  • Thailand ↗E-cigarettes and vapes are illegal to import or use; do not pack them.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Ko Kut191 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Ko Kut, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

West‑coast beaches (Ao Tapao, Klong Chao, Bang Bao)Waterfalls (Huang Num Keaw, Klong Chao, Klong Yai Ki)Scuba diving and snorkelingMacca Tree forest
Airports
TDX Trat Airport (30 min by taxi to Trat ferry terminal)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  5. May

    not flagged

    33°C (91°F)

  6. Jun

    not flagged

    32°C (90°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

Best: Nov–Apr. Avoid: Jul–Sep. Month by month →

Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F) low), wettest Aug (13 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Ko Kut: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

22°C (72°F)

2 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

2 rd

Mar

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

3 rd

Apr

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

4 rd

May

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

6 rd

Jun

32°C (90°F)

26°C (79°F)

9 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

26°C (79°F)

12 rd

Aug

31°C (88°F)

26°C (79°F)

13 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

26°C (79°F)

12 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

6 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

4 rd

Dec

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

3 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Public taxis run from the main pier; motorbike rental 300–350 baht/day (check). Small concrete road links western coast; bicycles 150 baht/day but limited by hills.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Ko Mak

go

Door to door: ≈ 2 h round‑trip

Speedboat from Laem Sok pier, about 1 h 15 min; tickets 500 baht (≈ US$16) per person (check).

High season only (Nov–May); good for snorkeling and a quick beach visit.

Ao Salat village

go

Door to door: ≈ 1 h total

Taxi from the main pier or motorbike, 30 min each way.

Visit the fishing village, try fresh seafood and see the local market.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Away Resort

Luxury bungalows, Klong Chao area, 3,800–10,500 baht/night

Cozy House

Backpacker bungalows, 300–1,200 baht/night, near waterfall

Koh Kood Resort

Botanical‑garden style, 700–2,700 baht/night, free kayaks

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
฿1,200–2,000 (≈ US$40–65) excl. bed
Mid
฿2,200–3,500 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
High
฿4,000 (≈ US$130)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency

Prices of common things

Ferry (slow boat, Trat → Ko Kut)includes taxi to/from pier฿350 (≈ US$11) per person
Speedboat (Trat → Ko Kut)drops near resort; seasonal฿600 (≈ US$19) per person
Motorbike rental฿300–350 (≈ US$10–11) per day
Bicycle rental฿150 (≈ US$5) per day
Noodle bowl฿60–80 (≈ US$2–3)
Main course (seafood, Thai)฿80–200 (≈ US$3–7)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Ko Kut is generally safe for tourists; stay alert for overcharging taxi operators at the pier and note that speedboats may not run in the low season (May–Sep).
  • Some operators overcharge for taxi‑to‑pier transfers; ask for the official price (350 baht (≈ US$11) slow boat, 600 baht (≈ US$19) speedboat).
  • Speedboats do not run in low season (May–Sep) due to weather; confirm before booking.

Emergency numbers

Police
191
Ambulance / Fire
1669
Tourist police
1155

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Ko Kutเกาะกูด

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ถึงที่อยู่นี้ได้ไหมTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police191
  • Ambulance / Fire1669
  • Tourist police1155

Embassy

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Trat → Ko Kut slow ferry: ≈ ฿350 per person, 1 h 45 min (check)
  • Treat → Ko Kut speedboat: ≈ ฿600 per person, 1 h (check)
  • Motorbike hire: ≈ ฿320 per day

Say or show

  • ขอโทษ — Excuse me / Sorry (kŏr‑tôht)
  • ขอบคุณ — Thank you (kòp‑kun)
  • เท่าไหร่ — How much? (tâo‑rài)
  • จ่ายบัตรได้ไหม — Can I pay by card? (jài‑bàt‑dâi‑măi)
  • ห้องน้ำอยู่ที่ไหน — Where is the bathroom? (hâwng‑náam‑yù‑têe‑năi)

All fares are 2026 estimates; confirm on booking.

Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ko Kut. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Nov–Apr · avoid Jul–Sep (choppy seas, reduced visibility) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 2 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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