Ko Hae
Island Small island off Phuket renowned for coral reefs
Coral Island off Phuket, a popular day‑trip for snorkeling, short boat excursions and beach activities operated from Phuket’s main beaches.
Ko Hae is a small island off the southeastern coast of Phuket in southern Thailand, commonly known in English as Coral Island. The island is valued for shallow coral reefs, sandy beaches and day-trip visitor services.
Beaches on the island serve day-trippers arriving by speedboat or longtail from Phuket; snorkeling and short guided reef swims are common activities. Visitor facilities are concentrated near landing points with simple restaurants and rental equipment.
The island is a natural coral-and-beach feature used historically by local fishers and more recently for day-trip tourism from Phuket. Development has focused on visitor landings and beachside services rather than permanent large-scale resorts.
Ko Hae sits off Phuket’s southeastern shoreline and is reached by a short boat ride from Phuket island and nearby piers, commonly as organized day trips from Phuket Town and resort beaches.
- Also known as Coral Island: Often called Coral Island in English, the island is a common day-trip destination from Phuket for snorkeling and beach activities.
How to Get to Ko Hae #
Ko Hae (Coral Island) is accessed by boat from the southeast side of Phuket. Regular speedboat transfers and tour boats depart from Chalong Pier (Chalong Bay); the crossing is a short ride of roughly 15-20 minutes by speedboat.
To reach Chalong Pier drive or take a taxi/tuk‑tuk from Phuket Town or your hotel (Chalong is typically about a 20-30 minute drive from Phuket Town depending on traffic); meet your boat at Chalong Pier and expect a brief walk from the pier onto the transfer craft.
Tips for Visiting Ko Hae #
- Ko Hae (Coral Island) is a short boat ride from Phuket's Chalong/Rawai side - most speedboats from Chalong Pier take about 15-20 minutes, so book an early departure to beat the larger day-trip crowds.
- Plan a morning visit for clearer water and better snorkeling visibility; ask boat operators in Chalong which drop-off points have the best current conditions for snorkeling that day.
- If you want a quieter stretch of sand, walk away from the main landing beach toward the island's northern or eastern bays; most operators concentrate on the central beach where day-trippers gather.
Best Time to Visit Ko Hae #
The ideal time to visit is during the dry season (November-April) when marine activities and beaches are at their best.
Weather & Climate near Ko Hae #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2264 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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March
March is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (229 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (225 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (259 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (336 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (374 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (317 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (186 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
