Ko Khangkhao (or Ko Taikhang khao) is an

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about 500 meters south of

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. It can be reached by boat from Ko Sichang or Ko Loi from Sri Racha. Ko Khangkhao has two beaches: East Beach, with some small reefs that make walking difficult, and West Beach. It is surrounded by coral reefs. The islet has a resort, and

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may also be set up.

History

In the past, Ko Khangkhao was called Ko Taikhang khao, but travelers who visit it now are most familiar with the name "Ko Khankhao".

Activities

Ko Khangkhao is part of the

Laem Son National Park Laem Son National Park is located in Ranong and Phangnga provinces, Thailand. It is situated south of Ranong on the country's west coast, with of Andaman Sea coastline, making it Thailand's longest protected shore. The marine national park is ...

along with Koh Kam, Koh Cam Tok, and Koh Yipun. Collectively, the park covers and area of 315 sq. km. The

is situated around 9km from the national park's office on Bang Ben beach. Ko Khangkhao is regarded as the finest islet of Kam Island. Recreational activities on the islet include

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sailing Sailing employs the wind—acting on sails, wingsails or kites—to propel a craft on the surface of the ''water'' (sailing ship, sailboat, raft, windsurfer, or kitesurfer), on ''ice'' (iceboat) or on ''land'' (land yacht) over a chosen cour ...

diving Diving most often refers to: * Diving (sport), the sport of jumping into deep water * Underwater diving, human activity underwater for recreational or occupational purposes Diving or Dive may also refer to: Sports * Dive (American football), a ...

, and

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. In 2019, the Naturist Association Thailand rented a part of the islet in August 2019 for its

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trips.

Climate

The average temperature is from 30.5°C to 35.5°C. * Summer - from February to May * Monsoon - from May to October * Winter - from October to February The statistics from the Department of Meteorology, Ko Khang khao has an average rainfall of 1148.8mm throughout the year.

Demographics

Some citizens on this islet still raise yams,

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, capsicums and

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