Proclaimed a National Park on October 14 1982, Hat Chao Mai is a 20-kilometer coastline featuring a 5-kilometer beach with pure sands in a shady limestone hill setting with caves where prehistoric human remains were found.
Land-based attractions include Pak Meng Beach, Chang Lang Beach, San Beach, Yao Beach, Yong Ling Beach, Chao Mai Beach and Chao Mai Cave, all of which are accessible by car. As for the park itself, endangered dugong, rare black-necked stork, wild pigs, pangolins and languors can be spotted.
The park is also responsible for 7 other islands including Koh Muk, Koh Kradan, Koh Chueak, Koh Pling, Koh Waen, Koh Meng and Koh Chao Mai. Accomodations are available on the island.