Rating: 3.4/5 (7 votes)

Open Days: Open during the fruit season (May–July) with some activities running year-round – please check in advance

Opening Hours: Generally 08:30–16:30 

 

Ban Chak Makrut Agricultural Community is a farming village in Klaeng District, Rayong, that carries forward mixed-orchard wisdom and turns it into a community-based travel experience. Visitors stroll through fruit gardens, taste freshly picked produce, and learn friendly organic practices from locals. You’ll see how abundance comes from moving in step with the seasons: when fruiting months arrive, the whole village livens up—rambutan, mangosteen, durian, and longkong perfume the air while laughter drifts under the shade of big trees.

 

The charm here is its straightforward simplicity. Everything is hands-on, from tending the orchards to welcoming guests. It isn’t a flashy attraction; it’s a shared learning space where city folk and growers meet. You taste what “seasonal eating” really means—how flavor and value differ from year-round fruit—and how ecosystem-based farming supports household and community resilience.

Peak excitement comes in the fruit season (roughly May–July), when gardens open for tasting and buying fresh harvests. Small joys—like spotting a bright cluster of rambutan or savoring firm durian straight from the tree—show you what “Rayong goodness” feels like without any marketing slogans. Off-season, the community still offers learning activities: making bio-fertilizer, caring for fruit trees, small-scale processing, plus a cozy garden café where people sit, chat, and take it slow.

 

Getting There: From Rayong city, follow Sukhumvit Road toward Klaeng, then follow signs into Kram Subdistrict (about 1–1.5 hours depending on your starting point). From Laem Mae Phim Beach it takes roughly 20–30 minutes. Roads are mostly paved. Driving is most convenient, with parking near orchards and the community welcome point. By public transport, take a van/bus to Klaeng Market and continue by songthaew or hire a local vehicle into the village—best arranged in advance with the community.

 

Pack small comforts to smooth your trip: non-slip closed shoes, a hat, breathable clothing, and a refillable water bottle. Mornings are cooler and great for photos. Please respect farmland—don’t step on plots or pick fruit without permission. If you plan to buy fruit to take home, bring your own tote or container to reduce plastic waste.

 

In the end, this isn’t just a fruit-tasting stop. It’s a look at the steady care behind trees and soil, season after season. What you spend on tastings or take-home fruit helps extend local know-how, keeping this small village’s sweet stories alive for the next season.

 

 

A: Generally during the fruit season (May–July), with some activities throughout the year. Hours may change—please confirm before your visit.

 

A: Fees vary by activity and season and can change year to year. Please check current rounds and rates in advance.

 

A: May–July, when orchards are in full fruit—perfect for both walking and tasting.

 

A: Take a van/bus to Klaeng Market, then continue by songthaew or hire a local vehicle into the village. It’s best to arrange pick-up time and meeting point beforehand.

 

A: Garden walks, bio-fertilizer demos, mixed-orchard know-how, small-scale processing, plus a cozy garden café for relaxing.

 

A: Small homestays may be available seasonally in the village, and there are plenty of accommodations around Klaeng/Laem Mae Phim. Book ahead during peak months.

 

A: Wear non-slip closed shoes, bring a hat/umbrella and breathable clothing, carry water, and follow garden rules—no picking fruit without permission.