Koh Khe Island in Phuket - Thailand's coral paradise

Resorts of Thailand resemble paradise. Incredible nature, rich flora and fauna, clear waters of the Andaman Sea, beautiful weather - this is not all their advantages. Choosing to rest in a Thai destination, many tourists in search of solitude, tranquility and maximum relaxation prefer to go to Ko Khe in Phuket.

What is the magical appeal of Coral Island? The jungle surrounding the beach is home to exotic birds, the coast is spacious and clean, and the coastal waters are full of flocks of tropical fish.

It brings together divers and snorkeling enthusiasts, as well as travelers who dream of vacationing in one of the most beautiful places on the planet.

Coral Island: a vacation surrounded by paradisiacal nature

Ko Khe is located 9 km south of Phuket. It has an elongated shape and is almost entirely covered with lush vegetation, typical of the tropics. Just 30 minutes by boat or even less by speedboat, and the tourists open up picturesque views of the seemingly uninhabited territory.

The island, where you can forget about civilization for a while, owes its name to a gorgeous coral reef, located near the shoreline. This formation of enormous size and the most bizarre forms, thousands of diving enthusiasts come to admire it every year. The reef is surrounded by numerous tropical creatures: colorful parrot fish, lobsters, morays, large sea turtles, lobsters.

Koh Khe Island on the map

On the island of Ko Khe most often come for a day trip from Phuket and other nearby areas. During the day the local beaches are quite crowded, and at night there is peace and quiet. In the evening hours, only the guests of the local hotel stay here.

Weather and tourist season

Ko He is a unique Coral Island, falling in love with its special beauty at first sight. The best time to relax on its beaches is from November to March. From the end of the calendar autumn to early spring, Thai resorts have warm, dry and sunny weather. This is a perfect time for swimming in the sea, sunbathing and spending time at the beach.
If your vacation falls in the calendar summer, don't feel bad! From April to October, there are also vacationers on Ko He in Thailand. In summer and early fall, travelers who can tolerate the heat and high humidity come to the island. These are brave tourists who are not afraid even of the rainy season.

Island beaches

Coast Coral Island The Andaman Sea is washed by the Andaman Sea. It belongs to the waters of the Indian Ocean. Its emerald waters are surprisingly clear, and the shallow depths allow you to easily explore the rich underwater world. The average annual temperature of the sea near the shoreline is fixed at around +27 degrees, and in the hot season can reach 30-31 degrees.

Ko Khe in Thailand is famous for its beaches. There are only two of them, their areas are connected by a walkway through the jungle. Long Beach и Banana Beash are covered with snow-white fine sand, warmed daily by the sun. These are well-kept areas with breathtaking views of the shimmering ultramarine sea and tropical planted slopes.

At Banana Beach go fans of snorkeling. The coral reef here is only a few tens of meters from the shore. There is a whole school, where beginners will be trained to dive with snorkel and scuba diving. Classes are held even for children.

Long Beach Tourists will enjoy their leisure time by the edge of the Andaman Sea, enjoying the fresh and healthy air.

For the convenience of vacationers who have settled in bungalows, or come to the island with a tour, are provided with lounge chairs and shade canopies.

Local food specialties

The food on the island is so diverse that every tourist can find a dish to his liking. Thai cuisine is extremely original and unusual, it is a mix of different flavors: salty with sweet, bitter with spicy. For some travelers traditional dishes seem inedible, while others gladly accept to taste the results of culinary experiments of Thais.

The main ingredients used for cooking are seafood, rice, rice flour noodles, chicken and fresh fish, vegetables, tropical fruits. All dishes are generously spiced, so tourists with weak stomachs should not try them. Particularly popular are hot chili peppers, dried green onions, hot curry.

If you still want to taste the delicacy, before ordering, tell the waiter: "No spicy". This phrase is a signal to the staff that the guest asks not to put spicy spices in the food.

A must-try on Ko Khe, the hospitable Coral Island near Phuket:

• Tom Yam soup;
• Catfish Tam salad with crushed papaya;
• fried rice with shrimp and lime slices;
• Fried Pad Thai noodles with shrimp and mussels;
• fish baked in banana leaves;
• chicken in curry sauce.

There are no problems with food on the island. There are cafes with restaurant menus and good restaurants that serve Thai food prepared in accordance with all sanitary norms right on the seashore.

Particular attention should be paid to drinking water. To avoid health problems, tourists are advised to drink only those drinks that are sold in the store in sealed packages. Tap water on the island is not suitable for drinking.

What to do on Ko He

Coral Island captivates with the unspoiled beauty of the surrounding nature. However, not only connoisseurs of beautiful nature come here, but also those who like to spend time in an extreme way. Ko Khe, which is part of a marine reserve, is visited to contemplate the rich underwater world. There are ideal conditions for snorkeling: shallow water, unique transparency of water, coral reefs a few meters from the shore.

Snorkeling allows you to admire the magnificent beauty of the Andaman Sea. Qualified instructors work with beginners who dive for the first time, and all the necessary equipment can be rented.

What entertainment is available to guests of the island:

• boat ride around the island;
• diving classes;
• bird's-eye view of the area - parachute jumps;
• boat trip on an inflatable banana boat;
• Training in silkscreen techniques at Coral Island Resort;
• Massage pavilion on Long Beach.

At the beach areas holidaymakers are offered a variety of entertainment programs, it is always fun and noisy.

Where to stay

The island of Ko He boasts a rich assortment of hotel complexes. There is only one option for accommodation - a hotel Coral Island Resortlocated on Long Beach. It is a comfortable bungalows with a suitable design, which are located 100 meters from the sea shore. Here you will find complete privacy, peace and quiet, allowing you to fully relax from everyday work.

Coral Island Resort corresponds to the 3* category. It was built in 1990 and completely renovated in 2014. The complex, consisting of 64 bungalows, covers an area of 24 km. It is surrounded by a beautiful forest, it is cool and the rooms are filled with birdsong and the sound of the sea waves.

The bungalows are arranged in six rows. The rooms here are divided into four categories:

• Family Room - Two rooms for 4 guests;
• Beach Front Deluxe - the most expensive, located on the first line;
• Beach Deluxe Room - occupying 2 and 3 lines from the sea;
• Superior Room - rooms on line 5-6.

All rooms are equipped with new quality furniture, air conditioning, TV with several channels, refrigerator with mini-bar. In the shower rooms, vacationers will find disposable hygiene kits.

Guests are offered three types of meals:

• BB - breakfast only;
• HB - breakfast and dinner;
• FB - breakfast, lunch and dinner.

It is organized in a buffet style and amazes with the variety of dishes served. For breakfast we serve dairy products, cereals, fried ham or sausages, cheeses, omelets, sweet pastries, tea and coffee. Lunch offers Asian and Thai first courses. At dinner the tables feature meat and fish dishes with vegetables and rice, seafood delicacies.

For hotel guests there is a massage parlor, where you can enjoy a real Thai massage with aroma oils. If the weather is bad for sea fun, you can spend your leisure time in the hotel pool or visit the miniature temple. There are gold figurines of the gods and the room is decorated daily with garlands of fresh flowers.

The main feature of Ko He - its isolation from civilization. It is a heavenly place, where the vacation will seem like a picture from the advertising brochures. Coral Island hospitably and cordially welcomes every guest!