Chumphon Coral Island Camping
After a comfortable one night stay at a seafront hotel, embark on a traditional fisherman's boat to reach Koh Kye, a deserted island made of old coral, white sand, and dense jungle. The island is yours! Discover an untouched coral reef, home to thousands of colourful fish and join friends old and new for a beach volley tournament while the sun sets in the background. You'll enjoy tasty alfresco seafood BBQs before sleeping in a camping tent cooled by the sea breeze. A perfect first stop on your way to Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Koh Samui and the rest of the wonders that await you in Southern Thailand.
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| Unique Experiences: | Pitch your tent on a remote island. Spend a night under the stars far from the stress of civilization. Swim over and observe one of the most stunning coral reefs in Thailand. Meet the fisherman community and hop on a traditional fisherman's boat. Support a local crab bank managed by the community. |
| Trip Length: | 3 Days |
| Participants: | Up to 16 travelers may book this trip. This is a shared experience. |
| Physical Difficulty: | 1 out of 5 |
| Inclusions: | Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner Accommodations: 1 Night at The Beach Resort and Residence in a Studio Palm View, 1 Night on Koh Kye Island in a Tent (2 travelers sharing) Transportation: The Beach Resort & Residence to Fishermen's Village by Local Taxi, Fishermen's Village to Koh Kye Island by Boat, Koh Kye Island to Fishermen's Village by Boat, Fishermen's Village to The Beach Resort & Residence by Local Taxi Miscellaneous: Basic English-Speaking Station Guide, Koh Kye Community Support Fee, Camping Equipment, Beach Games |
| Exclusions: | Travel Insurance (Compulsory) Tips and Gratuities Compulsory and Peak Season Surcharges. Transportation to/from The Beach Resort and Residence Other meals and beverages than mentioned in the program |
| Age Policy: |
Adults: 13 to 99 years of age Children: 6 to 12 years of age Infants: Prohibited |
| Child Policy: | Children under 6 years of age are not permitted on this trip. |
| Special Information: | This tour start from Beach Resort & Residence Chumphon. To ensure a smooth arrival, we recommend booking transportation in advance from either Chumphon Airport (CJM), Chumphon Train Station, or Chumphon Thung Makham Noi Pier directly to your hotel. |
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Itinerary
Day 1: Chumphon
Proceed with check-in at The Beach Resort and Residence and enjoy a free day at leisure. Gaze out to the sea and you'll spot Koh Kye Island right in front of the hotel. This is where you're heading tomorrow!
Accommodation: The Beach Resort and Residence in a Studio Palm View, Duplex Palm View, or Family Sea View
Day 2: Chumphon to Koh Kye Coral Island
This morning is at your leisure until it's time to check out. At lunchtime, gather in the hotel lobby to meet your guide, who will lead you to Koh Kye Island for your unforgettable island camping experience. Before setting off, join the rest of the group in the hotel restaurant for a quick lunch, where you'll listen to the guide's briefing about the adventure ahead!
Be part of a unique expedition to a remote island in the bay of Chumphon, one of the most preserved beach provinces in South Thailand and an off-the-beaten-track destination that avoids the hordes of tourists found in the more popular Thai provinces. We recommend that you pack lightly (don't forget your swimsuit and sun lotion, you'll need them!) and feel free to leave your luggage at the hotel until tomorrow.
Your guide will give you a basic briefing on safety and the dos & don’ts of this pristine island and take you to a fishermen’s village. From there, you'll receive your complete camping equipment package including a tent, sleeping bags, pillow, head lamps, and some beach games. At the fishermen’s village, you will get your last chance to purchase snacks and drinks to bring with you to the island. Then follow your guide through the local community and hop on a traditional long tail boat for a 30-minute cruise to Koh Kye.
Koh Kye has a unique feature which is different from many other islands. It is a “coral graveyard” which takes the form of a white sand dune and is as white as an egg! A large amount of dead corals have been gathering on this dune island since Typhoon Gay hit Chumphon in 1989. As time passes, rainwater changes the color of the dead corals to white, creating the natural beauty of this unique island.
Koh Kye is a peaceful sanctuary surrounded by coral reefs and home to a dense jungle. This is where we will set up our camp for the night. Don’t worry, there are plenty of activities that await you, including snorkeling in the coral reef among hundreds of colorful fish, and participating in a fun beach volleyball game while the sun sets in the background. A light lunch will be served once you're comfortably settled.
Just after sunset, join the rest of the group for a delicious BBQ prepared with freshly caught seafood and seasonal vegetables grown by Chumphon’s farming community. Enjoy the rest of the evening in good company under the stars while listening to campfire stories.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: 1 night on Koh Kye in a Tent (2 travelers per tent)
Transportation: The Beach Resort & Residence to Fisherman's Village by Local Taxi, Fisherman's Village to Koh Kye Island by Boat
Miscellaneous: Basic English-Speaking Station Guide
Day 3: Koh Kye Coral Island to Chumphon
Time to wake up! Enjoy a tasty breakfast, have one last jump in the pristine water and then board the fisherman's long tail boat to head back to the mainland. On arrival at the village, follow your guide who will take you back to the hotel to pick up any belongings you may have left there.
Meals: Breakfast
Transportation: Koh Kye to Fisherman's Village by Boat, Fisherman's Village to The Beach Resort & Residence by Local Taxi
Miscellaneous: Basic English-Speaking Station Guide
Proceed with check-in at The Beach Resort and Residence and enjoy a free day at leisure. Gaze out to the sea and you'll spot Koh Kye Island right in front of the hotel. This is where you're heading tomorrow!
Accommodation: The Beach Resort and Residence in a Studio Palm View, Duplex Palm View, or Family Sea View
Day 2: Chumphon to Koh Kye Coral Island
This morning is at your leisure until it's time to check out. At lunchtime, gather in the hotel lobby to meet your guide, who will lead you to Koh Kye Island for your unforgettable island camping experience. Before setting off, join the rest of the group in the hotel restaurant for a quick lunch, where you'll listen to the guide's briefing about the adventure ahead!
Be part of a unique expedition to a remote island in the bay of Chumphon, one of the most preserved beach provinces in South Thailand and an off-the-beaten-track destination that avoids the hordes of tourists found in the more popular Thai provinces. We recommend that you pack lightly (don't forget your swimsuit and sun lotion, you'll need them!) and feel free to leave your luggage at the hotel until tomorrow.
Your guide will give you a basic briefing on safety and the dos & don’ts of this pristine island and take you to a fishermen’s village. From there, you'll receive your complete camping equipment package including a tent, sleeping bags, pillow, head lamps, and some beach games. At the fishermen’s village, you will get your last chance to purchase snacks and drinks to bring with you to the island. Then follow your guide through the local community and hop on a traditional long tail boat for a 30-minute cruise to Koh Kye.
Koh Kye has a unique feature which is different from many other islands. It is a “coral graveyard” which takes the form of a white sand dune and is as white as an egg! A large amount of dead corals have been gathering on this dune island since Typhoon Gay hit Chumphon in 1989. As time passes, rainwater changes the color of the dead corals to white, creating the natural beauty of this unique island.
Koh Kye is a peaceful sanctuary surrounded by coral reefs and home to a dense jungle. This is where we will set up our camp for the night. Don’t worry, there are plenty of activities that await you, including snorkeling in the coral reef among hundreds of colorful fish, and participating in a fun beach volleyball game while the sun sets in the background. A light lunch will be served once you're comfortably settled.
Just after sunset, join the rest of the group for a delicious BBQ prepared with freshly caught seafood and seasonal vegetables grown by Chumphon’s farming community. Enjoy the rest of the evening in good company under the stars while listening to campfire stories.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: 1 night on Koh Kye in a Tent (2 travelers per tent)
Transportation: The Beach Resort & Residence to Fisherman's Village by Local Taxi, Fisherman's Village to Koh Kye Island by Boat
Miscellaneous: Basic English-Speaking Station Guide
Day 3: Koh Kye Coral Island to Chumphon
Time to wake up! Enjoy a tasty breakfast, have one last jump in the pristine water and then board the fisherman's long tail boat to head back to the mainland. On arrival at the village, follow your guide who will take you back to the hotel to pick up any belongings you may have left there.
Meals: Breakfast
Transportation: Koh Kye to Fisherman's Village by Boat, Fisherman's Village to The Beach Resort & Residence by Local Taxi
Miscellaneous: Basic English-Speaking Station Guide
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