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Ko Jum (เกาะจำ) is a small island between Ko Lanta and Krabi Town. While the south end of the island is known as Ko Jum (or Jam or Cham), the northern part is also called Ko Phu (or Pu), and local villagers take fierce pride in the two different names.

[edit] Understand

Ko Jum has three main villages and is home to about 1500 permanent local residents. On the west side of the island are about 20 resorts which provide very simple bungalow accommodation.

[edit] Get in

Most travelers arrive via the ferries that connect Ko Lanta and Krabi, which charge about 350 baht (the same price as for the entire crossing, even though Ko Jum is at the half way point). The fare can be paid on board, but pre-booking is recommended as the ferry is often full. Tickets can be bought from travel agencies in Krabi or at the main ferry offices at the old pier on Thanon Khong Ka, and with resorts on Ko Jum.

Ko Jum has no jetty or dock - the ferry stops offshore and is met by longtail boats. If you've pre-booked, then a boat from your resort should be there to pick you up; otherwise simply choose one and ask for a lift to shore.

The ferries run only during high-season (late-October through late-April). Travel to Koh Jum during low-season is by bus or taxi from Krabi to Laem Kruat and then by taxi-boat over to Baan Koh Jum or Baan Koh Pu.

In low season, from Krabi Town, you can take a songthaew to Laem Kruat. Look for the blue and white one, you can get on at the Siam Bank near the piers and 7-11 or elsewhere if you see it. Just ask the the driver to go to Laem Kruat or Koh Jum. Some even have writing on the side showing where they are going in English. Sometimes you will have to talk to more than one driver. There will often be two trips taking about an hour or more total, one from Krabi Town to Nua Khlong (maximum 50 baht, minimum 20 baht) and a second from Nua Khlong to Laem Kruat for 50 baht (minimum 40 baht). Ferries start at 11:30 and the last ferry from Laem Kruat to Koh Jum is at 6 pm, and costs 70 baht for foreigners. It is a 40 minute boat ride. Do not try to come late, as you will have to hire your own taxi boat which is in the thousands of baht. Prices as of May 2012.

[edit] Get around

Ko Jum is a relatively small island and most of the population gets around on small 100-125cc motorbikes, which can be rented easily. There is also a local taxi service, comprising a motorbike and sidecar! The roads between the villages are narrow, unsealed, and frequently pot-holed and wet, and can be very challenging for inexperienced riders. There is now a concrete road surface in the three villages and on the stretch between Ban Ting Rai and Ban Koh Jum. A taxi ride from the Ko Jum ferry port to most places on Ko Jum South is 50 baht (as of May 2012). You can also be driven around if you want to see the island's main places for 400 baht (as of May 2012).

[edit][add listing] See

The villages are sights in themselves, with slight differences in their ways of life. Travelling around the island on a motorcycle is a fun and (mostly) safe way of sightseeing.

Most resorts will also be able to arrange daytrips with treks up to the top of Mount Pu on the northern part of the island, which has a majestic view of the islands and the Andaman Sea.

[edit][add listing] Do

Relax in a hammock by the beach. Swim. Walk along the beach. Small hikes. Many people seem to stay here longer term just to relax and recharge. There is not a whole lot of activities to do.

[edit][add listing] Eat

Most guesthouses and resorts on the island have a kitchen, and would be happy to take your order even if you aren't staying there as a guest. Just walk down the beach until you get hungry. The meals are good, and the prices decent.

[edit][add listing] Drink

The island just recently got electricity (2008) and it's starting to get developed in the southern part. The constant loud noise from bars and partygoers, like it is at Phi Phi, has not been an issue here, but this will probably change with time. Beer and stronger drinks are available from your guesthouse, or from shops in the Ko Pu, Ting Rai and Ko Jum villages.

Respect the locals by making an effort to keep bottles of alcohol out of view, and keep in mind that many travellers come here to get a quiet break from these parties that you'll find anywhere else in Thailand.

[edit][add listing] Sleep

• Bo Daeng, Ko Jum (Ask taxi driver to go to Bo Daeng), ☎ +66814948760. checkin: Any; checkout: Any. They have very basic classic bungalows, think one step above camping. Have mosquito nets. May have ants and geckos in the room. No fans, so can get warm on hot nights when sleeping. Five bungalows within five meters of the beach, with a total of about fifteen or so. With or without attached bathroom/showers with squat toilets. Uses solar electricity so lights are usually off by 11 pm. Food is a good value with decent prices and portions. The owner, Deela is the reason many people return often. Many cats around, but it's that or rats. Year round prices as of May 2012. 150-250฿.  edit
• Bonhomie Beach Cottage, North Beach, Ko Pu (Free pickup with longtail boat at the ferry from Krabi or Ko Lanta), ☎ +66818449069 (bonhomiebeach@yahoo.com), [1]. On the northern beach, surrounded by jungle and a couple of other resorts. Nine bungalows with bathroom, serving all meals and delicious seafood procured from the Ko Pu village. Beach volleyball, plenty of hammocks, local trips and Thai massage can be arranged. Fan and electricity available all day. 700-900฿.  edit
• New Bungalow: On the south western beach of the island, about ten minutes walk to the fishing village. Simple bungalows with and without attached bathroom, 300 - 800 Baht. Very good restaurant with big portions. Electricity only from 6pm to 10pm.
• Sunset Beach Bungalows, North Beach, Ko Pu (Free pickup with longtail boat at the ferry from Krabi or Ko Lanta), ☎ +66831825142, [2]. On the northern beach, surrounded by jungle and a couple of other resorts. Six bungalows with bathroom, serving all meals and delicious seafood procured from the Ko Pu village. Plenty of hammocks. Llocal trips and Thai massage can be arranged. Generator electricity available in the evening. 500฿.  edit

[edit] Stay safe

It seems unlikely that there are any problems on Ko Jum but take usual precautions.

[edit] Get out

Some people go to Ko Phi Phi or Ko Lanta via ferry. Otherwise if you want to go back to Krabi Town, just go back the opposite way you came in. The ferries back towards Krabi Town, via Laem Kruat, go from 7:15 to 8 am.

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