Where is Ko Raet Island on Phuket?
• About 3,650 feet (1,113 m) east of Ao Po Pier on Phuket’s northeast coast.
What are the GPS coordinates of Ko Raet Island?
• GPS Data: 08° 03` 35” N, 98° 26` 33” E
How far is Ko Raet Island from Patong, Phuket Town, and the airport?
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Are taxis available at Ko Raet Island?
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What beaches are surrounding Ko Raet Island?
There are three beaches here, not sure which one could be considered “Ko Raet Beach”. Beaches are located along the East, West, and Southern coasts.
Which direction does Ko Raet Island face?
Beaches face South and East.
How long is the beachfront (beach length) at Ko Raet Island?
786 meters (2,580 ft.) - We measured the entire length of the beach 1468 ft. + 1112 ft.
How wide is the beach (beach width) at Ko Raet Island?
13.4 meters (44 ft.) on average.
What is the estimated beach area of Ko Raet Island?
10,546 square meters (113,520 square ft.)
How is the quality of the beach at Ko Raet Island?
There are three beaches on Koh Raet with two of them having nice deep sand with few rocks and the last having a lot of rocks with some sand. How to reach Koh Raet Island? From Ao Po Pier by longtail boat.
What is the nature of the ocean floor at Ko Raet Island?
Beaches on the south and western coasts seem to have clean shallows where one could wade and swim. The rocky beach on the east coast is full of coral and rocks.
Are there restroom and shower facilities available at Ko Raet Island?
None that are public. Resorts have them.
What features/amenities are available at Ko Raet Island?
This is a small, picturesque island with some nice beaches to look at, but you can’t just pull up and drop anchor and go enjoy the island due to it being private.
Lifeguard available? Is there a lifeguard on duty at Ko Raet Island?
No
Sunbeds available? Can you rent sunbeds at Ko Raet Island?
Yes, at the resorts.
Umbrellas available? Can you rent umbrellas at Ko Raet Island?
Yes, at the resorts.
Is Ko Raet Island a public or private beach, and are there any entrance fees?
Private, not sure about fees. There is a bridge here where a fee may be charged.
Water quality? What is the condition of the water quality at Ko Raet Island?
Very good.
Boat anchorage possible? Can boats anchor at Ko Raet Island?
No
Boat dock and marina? Is there a boat dock or marina at Ko Raet Island?
Small dock for owner’s use.
Is it possible to rent a longtail boat at Ko Raet Island?
No
Are speedboat or longtail boat tours available at Ko Raet Island?
No
Sea inflow? Is there a sea inflow at Ko Raet Island?
How gradual is the slope into the sea until it reaches a depth of 1 meter at Ko Raet Island?
3-5m
Is there a convenience shop available at Ko Raet Island?
No
Attractions? What attractions can be found at Ko Raet Island?
Activities? What activities are available for visitors at Ko Raet Island?
FKK possible? Is nude bathing or FKK (naturist culture) allowed at Ko Raet Island?
Possible if you have privacy.
Are massages offered at Ko Raet Island?
Yes, at the resorts.
Is it possible to picnic at Ko Raet Island?
Yes, if you bring your own. Few places to buy food outside of resorts.
Is it possible to surf at Ko Raet Island?
Is smoking allowed at Ko Raet Island?
Warnings – what should one be cautious of at Ko Raet Island?
This is a private beach and access is not routinely granted.
Is there waste runoff into the sea at Ko Raet Island?