Thailand

Pearl of Trat Province, the third largest island in Thailand, is adorned with natural treasures. Included in the Mu Ko Chang National Park, this paradisiacal island is rich in underwater biodiversity and wild expanses.

Koh Chang attracts visitors with its natural charm and authentic side. With few roads crossing it, travelers are much fewer than on Phuket, for example, where calm prevails for a peaceful stay.

A brief presentation of the island 

Continental Koh Chang has 212 km2 of mountain landscape, lush jungle, and beaches. With many shades of blue, the coastal waters are home to a great diversity of corals and marine animals.

Nicknamed the "elephant island," Koh Chang is a peaceful oasis for pachyderms. You can encounter them, but be careful not to succumb to a ride on their backs; prefer a refuge to avoid participating in their mistreatment.

Today, a booming tourist site

Business is booming for the island's tourism actors. In search of escape and exoticism, travelers are increasingly numerous each year. The luxury hotel sector is flourishing. Several brands are in full swing in the high season, even if calm still reigns. Koh Chang is developing but retains its authentic charm.

Discovering Koh Chang's attractions

Beaches

• White Sand and its immaculate white sand banks.
• Klong Prae and Kai Bae, exceptionally well-maintained idyllic sites.
• Lonely and its frenetic nightlife atmosphere.
• Klong Kloi, for those seeking peace and tranquility in a tropical setting.
• Bailan Bay is an exotic haven of peace.

Elephant Camps

• Ban Kwan Chang, to observe pachyderms under supervised freedom.
• Meechai Elephant Camp, a refuge for baby elephants.

Waterfalls

• Klong Plu, an impressive waterfall in the heart of the jungle.
• Than Mayom, a 4-tier waterfall for a breathtaking spectacle, is surrounded by nature.
• Klong Neung, a natural wonder upstream of a river. The highest-perched waterfall on the island.

Popular island activities with travelers

Beach leisure

Whether you are a sunbathing enthusiast or into more physical activities, Koh Chang's beaches are naturally equipped to meet all your needs. The activities to practice are eclectic. Here are a few examples: having fun in the water, sunbathing, walking on the sand, relaxing with superb views of the sea…

Scuba diving

The Koh Chang Marine Park has many diving spots. Colorful corals, shoals of fish, sea turtles, picturesque wrecks… The underwater depths of the island are full of idyllic treasures. Several diving centers have established themselves around White Sand and Bang Bao ports to supervise the activity.

Jungle trekking

On the backs of elephants or on foot, excursions into the rainforest allow you to encounter exceptional fauna and flora and explore idyllic landscapes. Efforts are rewarded with surprising discoveries: sunset viewpoints, waterfalls, wild animals… The adventures during the journey make the experience more exciting.

Island exploration, out at sea

The Koh Chang archipelago hides three tropical jewels:

• Koh Wai, an exotic, authentic, and peaceful destination. The nature there is wild and intact.
• Koh Mak and its white sand banks, selected as the top 10 most beautiful beaches in the world.
• Koh Kood, a natural wonder of ineffable beauty.

These islands are ideal for relaxation and leisure activities. Tourists and travelers come here in groups or solo.

Climate

From early March to late May, Koh Chang faces the heat of summer. The mercury in the thermometer can rise to around thirty degrees. This does not prevent Thai vacationers from staying on the island. During this period, attractions can be crowded.

The rainy season begins in May and ends in October. It's the low season. During the day and in the evening, visitors to the island enjoy peaceful holidays, away from mass tourism. Precipitation is significant from late at night until early in the morning. Nature renews itself. The jungle is draped in its most beautiful shades of green.

Between November and February, the island enters its most comfortable season. The atmosphere is cooler, around twenty degrees. Sunshine is optimal, and the ocean is calm. Rain rarely falls. It's the ideal season to stay on Koh Chang. You can fully enjoy your exotic leisure activities.

How to get to the island from Bangkok?

By plane

Koh Chang is located in the eastern part of Bangkok, 300 kilometers from its city center. Certainly more expensive, a direct flight connects the Thai capital to the Trat terminal.

By bus and then by boat

From Ekkamai station, traveling by bus will give you a glimpse of Thailand's magnificent and changing landscapes. The bus drops you directly at Laem Ngop Pier. This is your embarkation point to reach Koh Chang by ferry.

Getting around Koh Chang

Moving around in Songthaew

More economical, this is the most used means of transport in Koh Chang. Its routes cover the entire western part of the island, passing by its famous beaches.

Renting a motorcycle

With an international driver's license and a valid passport, all expatriates can freely ride a motorbike on Koh Chang. Many establishments offer their bikes for rent on site. Very practical, the motorcycle allows you to explore the eastern and isolated part of the island. An adventure full of twists and turns and pleasant surprises.