Ko Khangkhao

Ko Khangkhao (or Ko Taikhangkhao) is a small island at the south of Ko Sichang, Chonburi in Thailand. The distance from Ko Sichang is around 500 metres. It can be reached by boat from Ko Sichang or Ko Loi from Sri Racha. Ko Khangkhao has white sandy beaches and corals around the island. It has two beaches - East Beach, with some small reefs that make walking difficult, and West Beach, where most travelers visit because it is easier to walk or swim around it. There is a resort on this island and tents can also be set up on this island.[1]

History

In the past, Ko Khangkhao was called Ko Taikhangkhao but travelers who visit it are now familiar with "Ko Khankhao".

Activities

Recreational activities include fishing, sailing, diving, and snorkeling around this island.

The Naturist Association Thailand rented the island in August 2019 for nude beach trips every last Wednesday of each month.[2]

Location

This island is a minor of Ko Sichang[3]

Climate

The average of temperature is 30.5 °C to 35.5 °C

  • Summer - from February to May
  • Rainy - from May to October
  • Winter - from October to February

The statistics from the Department of Meteorology, Ko Khangkhao has an average rainfall of 1148.8 mm throughout the year.

Demographics

Some of citizens on this island still raise yams, bananas, capsicums and cucumbers.

References
  1. "Information". เกาะค้างคาว จ.ชลบุรี (in Thai). Retrieved 29 Oct 2016.
  2. "New upgraded nude beach trip near Bangkok and Pattaya". 16 August 2019.
  3. "Located". Retrieved 30 Oct 2016.

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