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Koh Chang
Situated in a designated National Park in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Chang is located approximately 300 kilometers southeast of Bangkok or 4 hours by road plus 30 to 45 minutes by boat or ferry. To prevent environmental damage the Government of Thailand has ensured that no roads will lead to Koh Chang, so the island is connected to the mainland by ferries only.
Koh Chang is the largest of the 52-island Marine National Park, all of which are relatively untouched by modernization with their natural resources kept intact. Covering an area of 429 square kilometers, Koh Chang, boasts several amazing natural wonders that blend with the traditional way of life, such as 70 percent undisturbed island rainforest, steep hills, cliffs, waterfalls, notable wildlife, fine beaches, coral reefs and an abundance of marine life. In addition, numerous fruit orchards and rubber plantations dot the island.
It is surprising even to the Thais that Koh Chang is actually the second largest island in the whole of Thailand - after Phuket. Despite its size and close proximity to the capital, Koh Chang is the least known island. Most of the scenic beaches and bays are on the west side spreading from the north to the south including Ao Khlong Son, , and Hat Kai Bae. A road cuts through the western shore reaching Hat Kai Bae, passing through Ao Bai Lan and further to , a fishing community on the foot of the hill in the south.
Koh Chang has numerous attractions including several waterfalls with reasonable access. Koh Chang offers many other attractions including temples, the National Park, the beautiful scenic lookout points and a Jungle Elephant camp. Divers will find fascinating diving areas off the shores of Koh Chang and the surrounding islands. Besides the many coral reefs, sunken warships, a reminder of times past, can be visited in the Salak Phet Bay.
The most popular islands include Koh Chang, , Koh Ngam, Koh Lao Ya and where natural wonders await travelers. |
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