Koh Kood is rather flat compared to Koh Chang with the highest mountain on the island, Khao Phaenth (Phaenth mountain), measuring 315 metres. It has a good number of wonderful beaches with crystal clear water (Hat Ta Pho , Hat Khlong Chao , Hat Thakian , Hat Phrao etc.). Inland, the island is very wild with a lot of coconut and rubber tree plantations located in the plains.Most of the island inhabitants live off of the cultivation of coconut, rubber production or fishing. But meanwhile the expanding tourism industry gives more and more work to the less than 2,000 residents.

This island is the farthest island from the coast of Trat. Its size ranks it as the fourth largest island in Thailand or the second largest island next to Koh Chang in Trat. The island, which is 25 kilometers long and 12 kilometers wide covers an area of approximately 105 square kilometers or 65,625 rai. Its natural features include mountains and plains where many streams originate and become waterfalls. One famous waterfall is Nam Tok Khlong Chao, which flows throughout the year and is an ideal place for swimming as it is comprised of 3 tiers; of which the upper two tiers are running streams and the lower one is a large pond. In 1911, King Rama VI paid a royal visit to this waterfall and named it ‘Nam Tok Anam Kok’ to commemorate Ong Chiang Su. In addition; there are beaches with crystal-clear seas which are popular among visitors such as Taphao Beach, Khlong Chao Beach, Khlong Hin Beach, Phrao Beach, etc.

 Accommodations with a private atmosphere is available for visitors at the inner sea of Koh Kood, and the other two islands, Koh Rat and Koh Mai Si, opposite to Koh Kood. There are boats from Koh Chang to Koh Kood three times a week (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday). Please ask for the departure times of the ferries from Laem-Ngop Pier to Koh Kood at the pier.

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Soneva Kiri Resort – Koh Kut, Thailand

This resort is a perfect getaway from hectic life and for those natural lovers. Located within the jungle in Thailand it lays the eco resort called Soneva kiri. The hotel is completed with solar power, wind energy, rainwater and building built by hand. The pool in hotel is filled by rainwater. It is top star eco hotel.

It can be also a perfect getaway for couples, enjoying romantic eco getaway dinner in the middle of the jungle, combine with open air cinema, and star gazing in observatory.

There is also free ice cream and chocolate on the resort. To make it perfect the resort also provides plane transfer from Bangkok airport to the resort.

Alila Ubud – Bali, Indonesia

Located about 20 minutes by road from the famous Ubud area is the Alila Ubud resort. The resort has a beautiful view over rice field and jungle. If you are looking for a place to spend for quiet and tranquillity but still affordable then Alila Ubud might be the choice.

Alila Ubud resort is designed to be like Indonesian village. Have a stay at this fantastic eco resort and experience the nature wilderness. Free shuttle bus is also provided for those who want to go to Ubud town and shopping !

Rimba Orangutan Eco Lodge – Kumai, Indonesia

Rimba Orangutan Ecolodge is located on the edge of Sekonyer riyer inside rainforest. To make it more eco friendly, the lodge is accessible only by boat from Kumai. It is quite an experience before entering the lodge itself.

You can explore the rainforest, meeting orang utans! Birds and butterfly. There are also a lot of feeding station for getting close up with orang utans. One can also explore the forest at night, have a night safari with glowing mushrooms, fireflies, you might be able to find owls too if you are lucky. It is said that the forest lodge is the only place in the world that orang-utan can be seen in the wild.

Soneva Kiri Resort – Koh Kut, Thailand

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We just found an Ecological Children Activity and Learning Center which will provide visiting children a wide range of entertaining activities as well as raise the level of ecological awareness with them, located in Koh Kood Island, Thailand was designed by 24H architecture . The building is located at a rocky slope close to the sea. The structure and roof are made from local Thai bamboo, thus contributing further to the ecological approach of the resort. The interior is made from local plantation River Red Gum wood and rattan structural elements for the inner domes.

The design adopts all bioclimatic aspects to suits its humid tropical environment. The roof cantilevers up to 8m acting like a big umbrella providing shade and protection from the heavy rains. The open design with the translucent elevated rooftop and setback floors allow a natural airflow inside and the use of natural daylight, limiting the building’s energy consumption.

This Den provides an Auditorium/Cinema for films, lectures and plays, a library with books on permaculture and local traditions, an Art room, a Music room and Fashion room, thus giving children both creative and ecological education while playing.

Source: GreenWabii » Ecological Activity and Education Center, Koh Kood ...

"Vi bokade två nätter i deras sk. tält och lade till en extra natt på plats. Det var rent och fräscht överallt på hela resorten. Vänlig och bra personal. Maten som serveras på deras restaurang är toppen. Pröva deras Mixed fruit shake så blir Ni inte besviken. Utsikten är härlig och man känner att man är i paradiset på Away Resort. När man bokar tältet så får man även djungelns ljud och deras invånare nära inpå en. Riktigt mysigt men öronproppar kan behövas ibland. Vi hade inga problem med djur men granntältet fick in en mus en kväll. Personalen var snabbt på plats med katt och stege för att fixa till problemet.Ett minus är att vattnet utanför bryggan ändras med tidvattnet (beror nog på vilken månad det är också)och strömmarna blir riktigt starka. Detta var inget som de varnade för- vilket de borde då vi en dag fick problem då man måste simma ut en bit för att nå en närliggande ö och resortens strand. Därför skriver jag in det som en kommentar här så kanske det finns en chans att folk ser det. Kan inget annat än varmt rekommendera stället! Great resort with great service.Friendly staff, fantastic food and the surroundings like a paradise.Nice, clean Islandteants with the feeling of beeing in the djungle- camping! Really nice!Pay attention to the currents that are really strong." "The hotel was really good. Nice, clean, fantastic staff. The personnel in the activity Center is the most wonderful personalities I´ll ever met. I would recommend this hotel for those who want to relax or go for water acticities. Rent a motorbike and go to the Fishing Village. And ask the staff about restaurant options if you don´t want to eat at the hotel every day. There are more restaurants on the island. There are no shopping at all on the island, only lovely beaches and nature. Don´t forget to bring the mosquito spray. My family with 2 teenagers really enjoyed our stay for 4 nights." "Excellent location so peaceful and clean. We were...

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"Vi bokade två nätter i deras sk. tält och lade till en extra natt på plats. Det var rent och fräscht överallt på hela resorten. Vänlig och bra personal. Maten som serveras på deras restaurang är toppen. Pröva deras Mixed fruit shake så blir Ni inte besviken. Utsikten är härlig och man känner att man är i paradiset på Away Resort. När man bokar tältet så får man även djungelns ljud och deras invånare nära inpå en. Riktigt mysigt men öronproppar kan behövas ibland. Vi hade inga problem med djur men granntältet fick in en mus en kväll. Personalen var snabbt på plats med katt och stege för att fixa till problemet.Ett minus är att vattnet utanför bryggan ändras med tidvattnet (beror nog på vilken månad det är också)och strömmarna blir riktigt starka. Detta var inget som de varnade för- vilket de borde då vi en dag fick problem då man måste simma ut en bit för att nå en närliggande ö och resortens strand. Därför skriver jag in det som en kommentar här så kanske det finns en chans att folk ser det. Kan inget annat än varmt rekommendera stället! Great resort with great service.Friendly staff, fantastic food and the surroundings like a paradise.Nice, clean Islandteants with the feeling of beeing in the djungle- camping! Really nice!Pay attention to the currents that are really strong." "The hotel was really good. Nice, clean, fantastic staff. The personnel in the activity Center is the most wonderful personalities I´ll ever met. I would recommend this hotel for those who want to relax or go for water acticities. Rent a motorbike and go to the Fishing Village. And ask the staff about restaurant options if you don´t want to eat at the hotel every day. There are more restaurants on the island. There are no shopping at all on the island, only lovely beaches and nature. Don´t forget to bring the mosquito spray. My family with 2 teenagers really enjoyed our stay for 4 nights." "Excellent location so peaceful and clean. We were...

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