Anchorage· Koh Kut· Thailand

Ao Bang Bao Anchorage (Koh Kut)

11° 36.8′ N · 102° 32.0′ E

A sandy bay on Koh Kut's southwest coast with three resorts, each with its own jetty, and a small village of local shops and restaurants. Not to be confused with Bang Bao on Koh Chang.

Practical

Southeast Asia Pilot waypoint 11°36.750N 102°31.975E, 8 nm from Koh Maisi Lek. Anchor in 5–6 m on sand. Three resorts, each with a jetty; a small village with restaurants and local-style shops. West-facing: an NE-season anchorage.

Best for

A quiet west-coast stop with village restaurants

Season

NE monsoon (Nov–Apr)