The small island of Ko Kret lies in Pak Kred, near Bangkok. Far removed from the noise and bustle, it is an oasis of tranquility, a rural enclave in the heart of the Thai capital. The inhabitants of Ko Kret belong to the Mon ethnic group, who specialize in pottery. A special silence prevails on the island; only two-wheeled vehicles are permitted. Amidst lush vegetation, one finds wooden houses, small paved roads, and, of course, several temples, including the famous white chedi of Wat Poramaiyikawas, the symbol of Ko Kret.

An exotic tour that you can take for a day, half a day, or longer if you stay in one of the few guesthouses on the island. I also recommend a visit to Wat Bang Chak temple with its large seated Buddha statue opposite Koh Kret. A ferry connects the two shores for 3 baht. This temple is truly impressive and, in my opinion, more interesting than any other temple on Koh Kret.

To get to Koh Kred, go to Pak Kred Pier and take the ferry to the island. The crossing costs 15 baht. Numerous buses go to Pak Kred, including lines 6, 32, 104, 166, and 505. We took bus 166 from Victory Monument. The pier is located where the road makes a U-turn under the bridge. The entire journey from central Bangkok takes about an hour (depending on Bangkok traffic). Pronouncing Koh Kred isn't easy, so we recommend bringing photos of the islands or a note saying "Ko Kred" in Thai to help the bus or taxi driver understand you. On Saturdays and Sundays, an express boat goes directly to the island. If you're arriving by car, most people park at Sanam Nua Pier and take the ferry (15 baht).

How to get there

How do you get to Koh Kret? To get to Koh Kret, go to Pak Kred Pier and take the ferry. The crossing costs 15 baht. Numerous buses go to Pak Kred, including lines 6, 32, 104, 166, and 505. We took bus 166 from Victory Monument. The pier is located where the road makes a U-turn under the bridge. The entire journey from central Bangkok takes about an hour (depending on Bangkok traffic). Pronouncing Koh Kret isn't easy, so we recommend bringing photos of the islands or a piece of paper with "Ko Kret" written in Thai so the bus or taxi driver can understand you. On Saturdays and Sundays, an express boat goes directly to the island. If you're arriving by car, most people park at Sanam Nua Pier and take the ferry (15 baht).