Anchorage· Koh Tarutao· Thailand
Ao Makham Anchorage (Tarutao)
6° 33.7′ N · 99° 37.4′ E
A quiet south-west bay used by local fishermen for fresh water, with four sandy beaches to choose from — the Pilot calls it a great NE-season anchorage.
Practical
Southeast Asia Pilot (Ban Ao Makham, 6°33.705N 99°37.413E): anchor in 7-10 m off the north beach and creek entrance, or off any of the four beaches on this stretch in 5-10 m on sand. Fresh water from the creek on the north beach. A few fishermen's huts by the creek. Boat access only (Wikivoyage). Open to the west.
Best for
Secluded NE-season overnight
Season
NE monsoon (Nov–Apr)
Nearby
- Ao Son Anchorage4 NM away
- Ao Talo Udang Prison Site4.1 NM away
- Turtle Nesting Season, Ao Son4.1 NM away
- Ao Talo Udang Anchorage4.4 NM away
- Ao Talo Wao Historic Prison Camp4.8 NM away
- Koh Panan (Ko Pa Nan), Tarutao South Tip4.8 NM away
- Ao Son Ranger Station Restaurant and Water5 NM away
- Lu Du Waterfall (Ao Son Trail)5 NM away