Chicken Island
When the tide pulls back, a limestone outcrop on the island resembles a chicken perched on a rock, a silhouette that gives the place its name. The island sits a few kilometres off Ao Nang in Krabi Province, Thailand, and forms part of the Hat Nopparat Thong Marine National Park, a protected marine area managed by the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation. It is a popular stop on the Four‑Island day‑trip that also includes Koh Poda, Koh Tub and Koh Mor.
Visitors disembark onto a narrow strip of sand that hugs the base of the rock formation, then follow a short, uneven path up to a viewpoint where the chicken‑shaped cliff dominates the horizon. From this perch the sea stretches in a shallow turquoise lagoon, and the water’s clarity reveals coral patches that attract schools of butterflyfish and occasional reef sharks. Snorkelers can drift beneath the island’s overhanging limestone arches, where hidden sea caves open onto hidden pools that echo with the sound of waves.
The island’s modest size—about 0.2 hectare—means the entire experience fits into a single hour, yet the combination of a recognizable rock silhouette, protected marine life and a walkable beach makes the spot instantly memorable. The chicken‑shaped cliff, visible only at low tide, remains the most distinctive feature that defines the island’s character.