“An island that preserves an untainted traditional fishing lifestyle, featuring a tranquil atmosphere and serving as a prime source for fresh seafood, especially blue swimmer crabs delivered straight from the boats.”

Koh Pui is a small island located a short distance from the Laem Ngob coast. Its geography is largely sheltered by lush mangrove forests and the calm waters of the Trat Bay. The appeal of this island lies in its exemption from mainstream tourism influences, allowing the environment and local residences to maintain an orderly simplicity. Most houses are wooden structures built along the shoreline, interconnected by long wooden bridges over the water an iconic visual of the traditional fishing communities in the Trat region.

The hallmark identity of Koh Pui is its sustainable artisanal fishing lifestyle. Most residents are engaged in catching blue swimmer crabs, sea bass, and fresh shrimp using traditional methods that maintain ecological balance. Visitors can experience the "Blue Swimmer Crab Bank" and learn specialized crab-peeling skills from the locals. The atmosphere is warm, friendly, and provides a sense of traveling back in time to an authentic lifestyle-based tourism experience that is hard to find elsewhere today.

Visiting Koh Pui offers a different experience from typical island hopping, as it lacks vast white sandy beaches for swimming. Instead, it offers mangrove nature trails and community lifestyle walks that are exceptionally quiet. Visitors can stroll along the wooden seaside bridges to admire the scenery of the mangroves and breathe in the pure sea breeze. During the evening, as the tide recedes, the integrity of the coastal ecosystem is revealed the perfect time to sit and watch the sunset without any noise from motor vehicles.

Furthermore, Koh Pui is a destination for those seeking authentic seafood flavors. As an original source of ingredients, the food served on the island is incredibly fresh and reasonably priced. Enjoying steamed blue swimmer crabs in a wooden house by the water while listening to fishing stories directly from the locals is a charm that captures the hearts of travelers seeking depth rather than just physical beauty. It is an immersion into the soul of Trat’s seas.

Koh Pui is an essential destination for those looking to escape the chaos and learn a simpler way of life. It is a place that reminds us of the importance of nature and cultural heritage. Visiting here is more than just tourism; it is a way to support community-based tourism, helping the locals preserve the beauty of Koh Pui for generations to come.


How to Get There
  • By Long-tail Boat: Travelers can charter a ferry boat from Laem Ngob Pier or Ban Thammachat Lang Pier the same location as the Koh Chang Ferry Pier The journey takes approximately 10-15 minutes.

  • On-Island Transport: There are no car roads on the island. All paths consist of wooden or small concrete bridges. Exploration is done strictly on foot.


Travel Tips
  • Best Visiting Season: Accessible year-round, with the calmest seas from November to April. For safety, it is recommended to cross the water during daylight hours.

  • Equipment & Attire: Wear shoes with good grip as wooden bridges can be slippery. Bring water and sun protection.

  • Conduct: As this is a residential community, please keep noise to a minimum and respect the locals' privacy. Never litter in the sea or mangroves.

  • Food: It is recommended to contact local restaurants or the community in advance for seafood meals so that fresh ingredients can be prepared from the day's catch.

  • Planning: Coordinate your return trip with the boat driver clearly, as there are no regular public transport schedules on the island.


Admission Fee:

  • No community entry fees

Opening Hours:

  • Open daily: 24 Hours

  • Note: Boat crossing services are generally available during daylight hours, 06:00 – 18:00, and community activities are best experienced during the day

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