2024 Koh Chang Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)

Ko Chang (Ko Chang)

Ko Chang is the second largest island in Thailand. The island features several waterfalls, beautiful beaches, and stunning coral reefs. 📍 Than Mayom Waterfall 📍 Salak Phet Mangrove Forest (Red Bridge) 📍 White Sand Beach 📍 Ko Chang Viewpoint

Than Mayom Waterfall

Than Mayom Waterfall is a medium-sized waterfall with 4 tiers. The water flows down in layers over black granite rocks, creating steep cliffs that are almost vertical. The surrounding area is a dense forest with cool and pleasant weather, ideal for camping and swimming. The trail to the waterfall is easy to walk. The first tier of the waterfall is not very high and has a pool in front. Notably, there is a plaque inscribed with the royal initials of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) on the left side. The second tier is slightly further up, while the third and fourth tiers are quite far and the path is difficult, requiring a guide. Address: Than Mayom Waterfall, Mu Ko Chang National Park, 23/7 Moo 3, Ko Chang District, Trat Province Coordinates: https://goo.gl/maps/QgzpoTxVrUHfbmgZA Opening Hours: 08:00 - 16:30 Entrance Fee: Adults 40 THB, Children 20 THB Phone: 0-3955-5080, 0-3955-5084

Thailand's 8 most beautiful islands, each worth visiting again and again!

🏝️Phuket Developed early, with a well-rounded life and commercial facilities, the tourism industry is also very developed, with basically all underwater and water activities, a wealth of entertainment projects, eat, drink and play in one, the public choice~ - 🏝️Koh Samui Compared to Phuket, Koh Samui has more of a tropical island feel because it is densely covered with coconut groves and islands, the distance between the islands is very close, and the commercial life and entertainment facilities are also very rich. Honeymoon Island, there are many high-end hotels (Six Senses, Banyan Tree, Ritz Carlton, etc.) - 🏝️Koh Samet Koh Samet is about 3~4 hours away from Bangkok, near Pattaya, it is a lesser-known white sand beach, not so commercialized. - 🏝️Krabi Krabi is more like a hidden island town in the mountains, with a slow pace of life, not only has a pure blue coastline, but also a unique karst landscape. - 🏝️Phi Phi Island Phi Phi Island is an offshore island of Krabi, the towering mountains on the sea paired with the blue sea water is breathtaking, the natural rock caves formed between the mountains are even more surprising - 🏝️Similan The Similan Islands are a national marine park, with excellent ecological protection, composed of 9 islands, extremely suitable for snorkeling!! - 🏝️Koh Chang Koh Chang is also a small island with a well-protected ecological environment, there are many undeveloped islands around, many beaches and primitive forests have not been developed, full of natural quiet atmosphere! - 🏝️Koh Lipe Koh Lipe is located on the southernmost coast, bordering Malaysia, away from the hustle and bustle, not overly developed, the ecological environment is very good, known as the small Maldives of Thailand, is a diving paradise in Thailand. The water quality is very good, clearly layered, from the crystal clear jelly green, gradually to sky blue, and finally to the deep blue gem color, each layer makes people feel incredibly stunning!

Adventures on Elephant Island

Koh Chang in Thailand was the perfect island. we could rest at the Tropical Beach resort and got to do some exploring. There is an old abandoned resort and cruise ship on the island. Our room was right next to it, so we got go exploring. Unfortunately we couldn't get onto the ship but it's still awe inspiring. Can't wait to get to Koh Chang again. #kohchang #exploring #islandlife #abandonedship

Summer trip in Koh Chang island, Thailand

August and September is low season in Thailand and I was lucky enough to get cheap flight tickets and hotel in Thailand. I took 6 hours bus from Bangkok airport and arrived to this beautiful island. It supposed to be raining season, but all my 5 days holiday, rain was only during the night time. Price for hotels and restaurants cheaper then in Pattaya and Bangkok. But not much entertainment. #islands

Elephants Farm in Koh Chang, Thailand

Elephant Farm is located on the middle of the island, just opposite of the Centara Hotel Koh Chang. For 100 THB you can feed the elephants with sugar cane or pineapples. During the low season for 300 THB you can ride an elephant for 1 hour. During high season, price increase to 500 THB. But I don’t like to see elephants sad faces, so maximum I only can feed them. Farm also can arrange the transfer for you to your hotel for extra cost. #timetotravel

End of my summer vacation in Koh Chang

My summer vacation is about to end! For my last trip for this summer I choose Koh Chang island in Thailand. From Bangkok airport to the island, it takes me more then 6 hours trip by bus and by boat. For this stay I choose to stay in The Splash Hotel Koh Chang. Because now is still low season in Thailand, so include tax I paid around 300 HKD per night. I booked this hotel because I saw nice pictures on the internet. But the reality was sot so wonderful. Swimming pool was so small, breakfast so poor and zero activities to do. Lucky it was cheap… #timetotravel

Not Again AWA

AWA Resort Koh Chang has a lovely façade. Entrance facing the main street so no need to walk through side streets. another side facing the sea which is great to watch the sunset. it got a great pool though water is a bit cool in January. breakfast is plentiful and starts from 7am to 1030am. Room service is quick on delivery, takes no more than 20 minutes. however, I asked for a quiet room on top floor. they gave me a room on the ground floor and can hear residents upstairs talking (in loud Cantonese), dragging chairs here and there and walking from one side of the room to another. Maybe the definition of “QUIET” and “TOP FLOOR” bear different meaning to AWA. Also, their wifi is so weak that it is practically not available. I asked the front desk and after waiting for an hour for a technician to come to my room to check it out, front desk told me the technician will check outside my room. but there is no difference after checking. overall, I think there are many resorts in Koh Chang. AWA is much over-rated. I will return to Koh Chang again but not to AWA

Why do people prefer to go to Thailand instead of Vietnam?

As both Southeast Asian tourist destinations, why do people prefer to go to Thailand and rarely visit Vietnam? From personal experience, the tourism experiences in these two countries are really different. No input provided. Natural scenery: Thailand has extremely rich natural scenery, many of which can be remembered by everyone, such as Phuket Island, Pattaya, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, Zheng Wang Temple, etc. In addition to these, small and niche tourist attractions such as Chiang Khan and Elephant Island are also very worth visiting. The tourism methods are diversified and can meet the needs of different people. Compared to that, there are relatively few well-known tourist attractions in Vietnam. Tourism environment: Vietnam started and developed its tourism industry later than Thailand, and the overall industry is not as well-developed as Thailand's, so both the infrastructure and tourism environment, including shopping places, are not as abundant as Thailand's. I have been to Thailand 6 times and Vietnam twice. Overall, Thailand's city streets are cleaner and the cultural environment is better. Thai people are also more friendly and hospitable. My most memorable experience was riding a motorcycle in Thailand alongside cars, even during rush hour, everything was orderly and there was no honking, which I found quite impressive. Consumer level: The cost of living in Thailand is lower than in Vietnam, and it is also safer. Basically, a person can spend only a few thousand yuan to travel to Thailand for a week. However, there are too many things to buy, such as local jewelry and bags, which cost only tens of yuan. I haven't seen any sky-high prices for souvenirs. Especially, many floating markets are a shopping paradise for women. Speaking of shopping paradise for women, Vietnam is even rarer. Language environment: There are many people who speak Chinese in Thailand, and learning Chinese is very common in Thailand. Relatively speaking, Chinese people will have fewer language communication barriers when they go there. But if you travel freely in Vietnam, language communication will be very difficult. Movie promotion: People love Thailand not only because of their personal experiences, but also because of the recent movie promotions that reflect the country's good environment. There are more movies that showcase this in Thailand, especially some public service advertisements that are very touching. However, Vietnam has done very little in this regard. The above are the reasons why people like to go to Thailand but not Vietnam. What do you think?

vacation time at koh chang islands

best moments at Koh Chang islands. koh chang island have furry ship to island and have departments store and hospital at there and have a lot of nature at island. We chose to stayed at awa resort koh chang that good service and good room and good breakfast. and after that We go to snorkeling and watch fish and coral that so wonderful from ao thai sea and I saw nemo fish and brain corals and many shell. I love snorkeling I wanna go snorkeling again:)) that a good trip for vacation with my friends during we do the research project in senior year hahahahaha 🤣 luv it

Koh Chang Beach Resort Villas

#fallingforfall Getting there - from Bangkok we took the bus for six hours to the province trat in which koh chang is located as well. This island is close to the border to Cambodia. From the bus stop in trat we had to take a taxi to the pier from which the ferry leaves only 4 times per day. Make sure to arrive on time. On the way back we were able to jump on a bus straight to Bangkok for the same price that was waiting for people at the pier. This was way faster cheaper and more convenient. The Beach Villa in Koh Chang is incredible and the Beach is not that touristy or crowded which is perfect for a nice quite stroll on the beach

Ko Chang, one of the largest Thai islands in the Gulf of Thailand, contains dense, steep jungle. Mu Ko Chang National Park, a preserve with hiking trails and waterfalls such as tiered Klong Plu, covers the interior and extends to offshore coral reefs. The coast is dotted with beaches and villages including Bang Bao, built on piers. Hat Tha Nam (aka Lonely Beach) has a waterfront party scene that attracts backpackers. Ko Chang island, known also as ‘Elephant Island’ named because of its elephant shaped headland, is Thailand’s third largest island after Phuket and Samui. It is located around 300 kilometres east of Bangkok in Trat Province, in the Gulf of Thailand near the Cambodian border.

one of my favourite islands in Thailand

I have been to lots of islands in Thailand, and Koh Chang is one of my fav ones among all the other islands. we spent in total 3 nights there and stayed in 2 different places. renting a scooter is a must, that saves you money and you are able to explore the entire island. the beaches are quite beautiful, but what really caught our attention are those picturesque piers. and the second day, we went down to the south, we drove pass by this hippie cafe named Rasta view, they have really laid back vibes and the view was just stunning. and there are lots of things you can do on this island, going to fishing village, walking across the floating market, you will reach the lighthouse. if you have time, I’ll strongly recommend spend at least 3 days here #passionpassport #gooutside #beach#vibes#thailand#naturalwonders

Romantic Weekend Getaway paradise

Getting There - You spent to much time in the city and you want to go to a quite island with your loved ones? Lonely Beach on Koh Chang is the right place to go. The Beach offers a long white sand beach perfect for early morning or late evening strolls Attractions - The best thing to do is to put on your mask and snorkel and explore the underwater life near the cliffs on the right side of the beach Hotels - The Resorts in the Area offer a great variety of prices and comfort Food & Restaurants - The Restaurant along the main Roads offer delicious thai and international cusine Shopping - there are some local shops to buy magnets and souvenirs#beachlife #staycation #passionpassport #gooutside #amazingplace #amazingthailand

Mangrove Paradise on Koh Chang

Getting There - From Bangkok it takes around 6 hours to get to Trat and another hour to go to Koh Chang. from the pier it takes another 30 minutes on a scooter to get to the Fishing Village Attractions - The main attraction is the peaceful fishing village and the fishing boats returning to the village with a lot of fish Hotels - There are a lot of great resorts on Koh Chang with great sunset seaview Food & Restaurants - The seafood on he island is good and fresh Shopping - The fishing village doesn’t offer a lot of souvenier shops but getting engaged with the locals is definitely recommend #bucketlistreboot #passionpassport #staycation #beachlife #gooutside

Best island in Northern Thailand

This is my favorite Island in northern Thailand: There are great beaches to watch the fisherman go out in the morning with this traditional boats that have a big fishing net in the fron if the boat and scoop up all the fish. My favorite beach is lonely beach as you can guess the beach is calm and quite and perfect for a chill day. Around the area there are many restaurants and bars. This area is also great for watching sunset having a cool drink. Definetly a place to check out #passionpassport #staycation #gooutside #beachlife #beachlife #thailand #travel #travelinspiration #picture #drone #dji #discover

Getting There - taking the bus from Ekamai Bangkok to Koh Chang + Ferry Attractions - Lighthouse, Lonely Beach, Walking street Hotels - Reaort & Spa Food & Restaurants - great local restaurants Shopping - local shops

A Tropical Thai Island

Thailand is a popular destination place where many heard if places like Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket and Hua Hin. There is a tropical island called Koh Chang located south west of capital city Bangkok. This is an island where only reachable via ferry from Laem Ngop. This is a dive destination for many where you will be able to see large vessel wreckages and reefs with marine life. There are also many dive centres around for your PADI diving license if you want to make this one of your bucket list to do. For those that are unable to swim, the island Koh Chang has also many things to offer, where there are many bars by the beach to just chill, or hiking to the many waterfalls on this island and even ATV off road adventure. This is like an island paradise where things are abit expensive but something you have to visit at least once, away from the mainstream islands. #bucketlistreboot #thailand #kohchang #diving #resort #beachlife #seaview #island #foodie #bars #cafes #hiking #nature #naturalwonders

weekend gate-away

our weekend trip to this beautiful island!! elephant island Koh Chang. amazing sunset, cafe on the hills, elephant ride, clock tower in the end of the market. crystal clear water where you can swim and snorkeling. we rent a scooter cruising around for 3 days, and there are still lots of hidden gems where you are able to explore and rest.. perfect place for a little break from the busy urban life #island#travel#thailand#weekend#summer#holidays#adventure#summervacation

ร้านชาวเลซีฟู๊ดส์ เกาะช้าง

Great variety of really fresh seafood, no wonder being located straight next to the ocean. Price is really affordable, staff friendly as everywhere in Thailand. Whether for a small snack or lunch, this is the place to be if you love seafood แต่ตอนที่ไปคืออิ่มมากๆครับ ประทับใจครับเราสั่งกันมาเยอะมาก อาหารทะเลก็สดมาก ราคาไม่ได้แพงเหมือนร้านหรูๆ ต้องมาจัดเลยที่นี่ ชาวเลซีฟู๊ดส์ #beachlife

Koh Chang

Perfect place if you want calm and relaxing. The first couple of hundred metres of the beach is lined with small beach bars and restaurants. There's even the obligatory rasta bar with Happy Shakes on the menu. All have deckchairs and sun loungers on the sand and this area can get busy with day-trippers. But the further along the beach you go, the quieter it gets. There are a few places to stay-if you're on a budget then BangBao Beach Resort and Klong Kloi #awesomepic beaches cottages are worth checking out. If you fancy a bit of luxury then Chivapuri Beach Resort caters to you. And if you're somewhere in the middle and want to be a few minutes walks from the busier area then Tropical Beach Resort has mid-range AC bungalows. In the past year or so, new businesses have also started to spring up inland, away from the beach. Here's where you'll find a mix of cheap huts ideal for longer stays and small shops. There's no 7-eleven but there is a minimart which saves having to go to Bangbao village a couple of kilometres away for supplies. #

koh chang, Thailand

Koh Chang Thailand. Beautiful beach. crystal clear water.

Koh Chang, Trat, Thailand

Getting There - Bangkok-Trat by plane, bus from airport to the ferry port. Attractions - Sea vibes, diving, seafoods Hotels - Coconut Beach Resort Food & Restaurants - Coconut beach resort Shopping - none

Indie Beach

Getting There - About 30-40 min by taxi from the peer Attractions - Wonderful private beach Hotels - Indie Beach Bungalows Food & Restaurants - Indie Beach Shopping - Indie Beach Staying in Koh Chang I found this wonderful place, where I basically spent every morning and night, watching sunsets and star falls! From the first night the owners of this place were very friendly and open even though I stayed in the small hotel near by they still welcomed me at their place to join every event they organized! That was the first place for me to try delicious and fresh Thai Food, served nicely in the cleanest plates I could find in Thailand! The level of service in Indie Beach is on top! Stuff is extremely friendly and willing to make ur experience on an island unforgettable! The place is owned by a wonderful couple! Christine is Norwegian, she is very friendly to her guests and always willing to organize something fun! She is gladly taking her guests around an Island. 😍 If you want to have a romantic gateway or a family holiday this place is definitely for you! Even if you are a solo traveler who is willing to have some peace ☮️, you will find it here! Puddle boarding, yoga, massage , beautiful sunsets and the best cocktails by the beach!! 🥰 You will definitely have a time of your life❤️

Are you Raggae? 😏😂😎

Where? - Koh Chang island What? - Rasta View caffe and bungalows Rasta View, located near tranquillity residence, is the most chilled place on the whole Koh Chang island 😊 The stuff is very very friendly, be sure, they will remember your name after first introduction! Make sure to try their cocktails and food and just enjoy the view with the most milky PinaCollada on the beach… Rasta House have 3 floors and each with a terrace on the hill from where you can watch the most beautiful sunsets and enjoy the sound of geckos 🦎 singing on the roof! You will find a little bit more than that in their amazing place, a collection of books, pool table and retro cars !This place has a vibeeeee ✨❤️😎

Koh Chang - Elephant island 🦣

Getting There - Buss from BKK or minivan 🚐, Ferry and taxi on the island ( the whole trip will take 7-8 h) Attractions - Island itself/ nearby islands / wildlife Hotels - Indie beach bungalows; Beach Box Welcome to visit Koh Chang if you want a getaway to peace and quiet! The island is full of surprises and very easy to live at. You will have to get used to monkeys coming every morning to the roof of your bungalow, crabs running around the beach, octopus hiding in stones in the wild parts of the beach and 🦎 saving you from mosquitoes 😋. Finding food on the island is very easy, all the restaurants are serving delicious food, lots of seafood and fruits, everything extremely fresh! Every morning fishermen come to the village with what they caught and u can buy it from them to grill or cook later 😍 Apart from that, sup, canoes, boats will take u everywhere around the island and islands near by! My advice, pack ur small bag and get ur time out🥰🍹🏝

Paradise @Awa Koh Chang

a week at this resort in Koh Chang I have to say that it is one of the best resort I ever experienced. Awah koh Chang is just perfect for me after my 3 years studying to ceebrate the graduation and relax. There are so many things to do like riding a motorbike to explore the island , spa next to the seaside or elephant camps or exploring the waterfalls. Absolutely stunning and super recommend you guys if you want something else from Phuket or Pattaya. Koh chang is situated in the eastern part close to Cambodia! Such a hidden gem ! #kohchang #trat #thailandonly #summervacation #summervacation#beachvacation#hikingtrails#hotelstay

Koh Chang , a paradise on Earth

Getting There - by Ferry Attractions - waterfall , beach , elephant camps , Church , view point , mangroves forest Hotels - Awa Koh Chang hotel Food & Restaurants - U-turn restaurant Shopping - city center , main road Put koh Chang in your list for summer vacations!! It is not far from the capital , Bangkok. you can take a ferry from Trat. Rent a motorbike to see stuffs in the 🏝 island. you can find many cool things to do from elephant camps to chilling on the beach and sunset with your love. Just recommend Awa Koh chang to be on your list, great hotel with good sunset right at your eyes 👀 Amazing!!! #kohchang #trat #thailandtrip #thailandtravels #beautifulsunsets#roadtrip#romanticrestaurant#summervacation#beachvacation#hotelstay

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