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Hike· Koh Kut· Thailand

Khlong Chao Waterfall

11° 38.8′ N · 102° 33.4′ E

Koh Kut's most popular waterfall: a deep freshwater plunge pool with a rope swing and toe-nibbling fish, about 20 minutes' walk through jungle from the Khlong Chao anchorage.

Practical

Southeast Asia Pilot: a 20-minute walk to a jungle waterfall and plunge pool, best November to March, with toe-nibbling fish and a rope swing. The Lost Passport (2025 update): deep pool, flowing year-round, about a 15-minute jungle walk from the road. OpenStreetMap marks it open 8am–5pm. The Khlong Chao river can also be explored upstream by dinghy to the bridge and jetty.

Best for

A freshwater swim after a morning at anchor

Season

Best Nov–Mar