Ko Wai (Thai: เกาะหวาย) is a small island in Ko Chang Archipelago, Trat Province, eastern Thailand.

Ko Wai
Native name:
เกาะหวาย
Ko Wai, southeastern shore
Ko Wai is located in Thailand
Ko Wai
Ko Wai
Location
Geography
LocationGulf of Thailand
Coordinates11°54′N 102°24′E / 11.900°N 102.400°E / 11.900; 102.400
Area3.9 km2 (1.5 sq mi)
Length3 km (1.9 mi)
Administration
Thailand
ProvinceTrat

The island has nice views over the other islands in the vicinity.

Geography

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Ko Wai Island has an irregular shape and is 3 km long and 1 km wide at the widest point. The east part of the island is encircled by coral reef and has sand beaches while the west part is more rugged and hilly, and serves as a nesting ground for birds. The interior is covered by forest jungle. There are four bungalow operations on the island and daily boat connections to Ko Chang, Ko Mak, and the mainland, during the season.[1]

Ecology

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The island is a protected area and it is part of Mu Ko Chang National Park.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Williams, China (2012). Thailand Travel Guide. Lonely Planet. pp. 816. ISBN 9781741797145.
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