The island is located in the group of Payam islands. It is a second largest island from Koh Chang (Chang Island). Payam Island has a total area around 35 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 500 people who make their living on fishing, cashew nut (Kayoo) and rubber farming. Today many are working in the tourism industry.

The island is also located far from Koh Chang only 4 kilometers. There are many white sand beaches spread around on the island. There is a mountain in the middle part of the island.

You still can find a lot of wild animal on the island e.g. Hornbill, White Hawk, Monkey and wild boar. The island has a health station, school and Buddish temple that its church is located in the sea. The jetty on the island is constructed permanently with the concrete structure.

There is a small road on the island, which is allowed only Motorbike and Bicycle to use. The most famous place on the island are Aow Yai and Aow Khaow Kwai. The best period to visit us is around December to April.