Attraction Details :
This small 100-meter
long white sand island has a beautiful coral reef off its western shore.
The calm, clear waters are perfect for a leisurely swim. Maphrao Island
is a bird’s nest concessionary island where the nests of swiftlets are
collected to make the Chinese delicacy, bird’s nest soup. The birds must
be protected from undue disturbances, so visitors to the island must
obtain permission from the Chumphon provincial office at least one week
in advance.Maphrao Island is a short 1 kilometer boat ride from Sai Ri beach, south of Chumphon town.
To request a guide, call 0 7751 1551 to contact the island office. Those who want to dive should contact the Mu Koh Chumphon National Park Office at 0 7755 8144-5.
