Koh Chang Tourist Attractions

Koh Chang Navy Operation Site

The site is located near Ao Salak Petch. In the Naval Battle, Thailand lost three royal warships and some of naval forces. The battle of 17 January 1921 is remembered. During the battle the Royal Thai Navy the French colonization of Indochina. The battle of 17 January 1921 is remembered. During the battle the Royal Thai Navy's ship, Thonburi, was sunken. The Royal Thai Navy and the people of Trat province hold memorial services from the 17th to 21st of January annually by floating garlands onto the sea in honour of those who perished during the battle.

Walking & waterfalls – there is a track leading up to a beautiful 4-storey waterfall, Than Mayom, which is a fairly easy climb to the second-highest level. If you are an advanced bush / jungle walker, the rest of Koh Chang is a great challenge for you. Some of the trails are very difficult and arduous (6 – 8 hours), with up hill climbs, criss-crossed trails and no signage. Other trails are less difficult and are better suited for less experienced walkers. Great care and preparation must be taken if attempting the more difficult trails – a recommendation is to take a note written in Thai, detailing where you want to go and to take additional food, just in case you have to stay overnight in the jungle.

Island-hopping – with 51 other islands to choose from, it shouldn’t be difficult to find your own private island. Great islands nearby are a group of three called Koh Laoya, famed for their long white sandy beaches, Koh Mak, covered with coconut plantations and Koh Wai, the best island for fishing, diving and snorkeling. The furthest island from Koh Chang is the fourth largest in Thailand (after Koh Samui), called Koh Kood. This scenic island has a population of about 2,000, supported by schools, a police station and a water and telephone system. If you would like to visit this island and see how these isolated people live, it takes about one hour in a speedboat.Bang Bao Community

It is very interesting because residents in the area build up their houses with poles pitched into the sea and the bridge reaching to every house is set up to link the community together. The Bang Bao Bay has been a sanctuary for fishing boats seeking shelter from the monsoon for over a century. It has lately become a resort and recreation area with bungalows built on selected scenic sites, fine seafood restaurants that guarantee fresh daily catches and local shops of souvenirs.

Koh Mak

Between Koh Chang and Koh Kood, about 40 kilometres from the main land is Koh Mak. This is a largely flat island covered in both rubber and coconut plantations with lovely long beaches. . November to April is the suitable period to visit the island in which composed of 9 islands - Koh Mak, Koh Rayang Nai, Koh Rayang Nok, Koh Phee, Koh Kham, Koh Kradat, Koh Nok and Koh Nai. The most popular activities for tourist include tracking, fishing, kayaking, diving, bicycle or motorcycle riding, firefly seeing, etc.

Other interesting islets

Because of their small size, islands nearby Koh Mak have no interesting attractions. However, the coral reef can be found between Laem Chang Noi and Koh Chang Noi.

Koh Man Nok & Koh Man Nai

This small island is situated directly in front of the southern end of Kai-Bae-Beach. It measures only 300 metres in the length and 100 metres in width. The beaches around the islands can be seen after the low tide. Also, waters of these islands are shallow and gold seaweed can be found easily there. Otherwise it is possible to reach it by boat. There is no accommodation on Koh Man Nai.

Koh Klum

This island has historical significance as it was the battleground for the Thai and French during the French colonization of Indochina. This island is a good dive site and there are corals 10 to 20 meters deep. It is also an excellent fishing spot with larger fish in abundance. The landscape comprising stone yard is worth a visit.

Koh Lao Ya

Lies at the south of Ko Chang. It is 2.5 hours away from Laem Ngob by boat. It is composed of 3 islands - Koh Lao Ya Nai, Koh Lao ya Klang, and Koh Lao Ya Nok. The transportation from Laem Ngob takes about 2 hours and a half. The islands has beautiful beaches, crystal-clear water a cololurful corals, Lao Yo Resort provide accommodation service here.

Koh Wai

Located next to Koh Lao Ya, it is a big island most of Beach which are plenty with stones and it is popular for its beautiful beach with stunning coral reef in its waters. The area occupies many bay which has beautiful beach lines and wide wonderful coral zones. Ko Wai is also the best source for fishing. As for accommodations, Koh Wai Pakarung Resort is ready to server tourists.

Koh Phrao or Koh Sai Khao

These islands were originally named because of the long lines of coconut trees on the island. It is in front of Salakpetch Bay. Both islands have beautiful white sand.

Koh Ngam

The place comprises of two islands with a huge sand knoll at the middle. Its geography is two paralleled mountains with sandy beach in the middle. The little bay formed by the lines of the mountain stretching into the sea is a splendid and serene site without storms. It takes two hours to go from Laem Ngob to the place. Twin Island Resort is situated on the area.

Koh Kra

Koh Kra is a small rocky islet with shallow fringing reef teeming with life. An ideal site for snorkellers and freedivers as depths here don't exceed 10 metres. Shallow coral gardens gently slope down to a sandy bottom that is often home to rays. Situated on the west of Koh Mak.

Koh Rang

It is a small island at the west of Ko Maak. The isle has not enough flat area suitable for the setting up of any resort and bungalow. Ko Rung is place of concessions of bird nests, Charamed eggs and bat's dung. Stone knolls and deep-water coral under the sea of Ko Rung are very magnificent. Travelers normally visit the island for diving only.

Koh Kham

Just 1 km. northwest of Koh Mak is Koh Kham, travelers ride about 2.5 hours from Laem Ngob. A small island with clear seawater, coral reefs and coconutfringed sandy beaches that are excellent for swimming, snorkeling, fishing and angling for squids. During low tide a sand dune surface that links the island to Koh Mak and you can walk across to Koh Mak.

Koh Rayang Nai & Koh Rayang Nok

These small islands are opposite Koh Mak. Unfortunately Rayang Nai Island does not have any overnight accommodation available at present, so you have to stay on Koh Rayang Nok, which has clean beach, clear waters and coral reefs.

Koh Kradat

Situated on Northeast of Koh Mak, it is only island in the Kingdom provided legal title deeds since King Rama V to prevent the occupation of France at that time. Its name is derived from Alocasia (Kradat) trees on the island. It takes about 2-3 hours from Laem Ngob to visit the island. Its long and clean beaches are connected around the island. At present, foreign investors seek for the government's approval to develop the island as another tourist attraction.

Koh Kut (KOH KOOD)

A group of 24 islands south of Koh Chang was designated as the Koh Kood sub-district in 1990. These include the main island of Koh Kood, 9 islands of Koh Mak and 12 islands of Koh Rang. Koh Kood is the small island of Koh Chang and it is farthest island from the land of Trat. The area on Koh Kood approximately 105 sq.km. The attraction on Koh Kood is mountains, plains and waterfalls. Which the famous water fall is Nam Tok Klong Chao flows all the year thus you will enjoy to sight seeing and relax. The Koh Kood is the most beautiful white sand beach as Taphao Beach, Klong Chao Beach, Klong Hin Beach, Prao Beach and etc. The traveler can stay on the island with luxury resort and economy bungalow. Fuel and solar energy are the main sources of electricity here. Most resorts generate their own electricity.

The west coast is lined with a series of pristine beaches, sparkling clear sea, captivating views and is a great place to catch the magnificent sunset. Most of the best known beaches are along the bays which include the Ao Pak Waeng, Ao Klong Ta Tin, Ao Klong Yai Kee, Ao Tapow, Ao Klong Chao, Ao Klong Hin and Ao Prao. Noted fishing villages include the Ban Klong Mad and Laem Hin Dan. The famed Klong Chao Waterfall is situated further inland between Ao Klong Chao and Ao Tapow. This a fabulous waterfall with a large pool at its front. A 20-minute boat ride from the Klong Chao Bay plus a short hike lead to the fall. Alternatively, you can hike up the 4 kms trail.

The east coast is equally beautiful with fascinating views of the glorious sunrise. The prime areas include Ao Sapparos, Ao Klong Kwaen, Ao Yai Kerd, Ao Hin Yai and Ao Chak. Ao Salad and Ao Yai are the major fishing villages here. The Khao Paenthee is the highest hill and has just been recently discovered as a superb viewpoint for the sparkling island-dotted seas.