Ko Chang

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Come to this Thai island to visit rain forests, beaches and coral reefs by day, then at night experience its legendary party atmosphere, especially on a full moon. 

Thailand’s second-largest island offers some of the country’s most beautiful beaches, untouched rain forest and coral reefs. By night, Koh Chang transforms into a party destination, with reggae-filled beach bars and seaside dance gatherings.

Hat Sai Khao, or White Sand Beach, is Koh Chang’s most popular attraction. As one of the largest and most beautiful beaches on the island, it attracts sun-worshippers like no other. Most of the resort hotels and beach bungalows are located nearby, so the beach is always buzzing with travelers. Arrive early in the morning to get a prime spot with your towel. Hat Sai Khao has the island’s largest concentration of beachside bars and restaurants, so cold drinks and great seafood is always close at hand.

For a quieter experience during the day, visit Hat Tha Nam, or Lonely Beach, on the southwest side of the island. This beach has cheaper, backpacker-oriented accommodations and appeals more to younger travelers. Visit on the night of a full moon or a half moon and join one of the island’s legendary outdoor parties held on the beach.

Join a boat tour to explore the coral reefs around Koh Chang. The richest marine life and clearest waters can be found around the small island of Ko Rang, so make sure your boat is headed there. Look for barracuda and the occasional sea turtle amongst the brilliantly colored coral.

Koh Chang offers the chance to spend time with friendly elephants. Feed, bathe and ride these gentle giants through the jungle, but be sure to book with a reputable operator for whom elephant welfare is paramount.

While the edges of Koh Chang are populated, over 70 percent of the island remains virgin rain forest. Hike along one of the many trails through the hills to see the wildlife of this untouched ecosystem. Visit Klong Plu Waterfall and cool off in the many natural swimming pools.

To reach Koh Chang, take one of many ferries from Laem Ngop, which is in the Trat province of eastern Thailand. Visit between November and April to avoid the wet season.

Where to stay in Ko Chang

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Khong Koi Beach

5/5(2 area reviews)

Khong Koi Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bangbao Beach and Mu Ko Chang National Park.

Khong Koi Beach
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Bang Bao Bay

1/5(2 area reviews)

Travelers like the seaside views in Bang Bao Bay, and Mu Ko Chang National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bang Bao Bay
Koh Chang Paradise Hill
Koh Chang Paradise Hill
3.5 out of 5
39/20 Moo.4, Ko Chang, Trat
The price is NT$1,327 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
NT$1,327
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Ko Chang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions White Sand Beach and Klong Prao Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (53 reviews)
"Nice hotel if you not muse be next to the beach. Tasty breakfast. Nice staff."

Reviewed on 2019/2/1

Koh Chang Paradise Hill
KC Grande Resort Koh Chang
KC Grande Resort Koh Chang
5 out of 5
1/1 Moo 4, Haad Sai Khao, Ko Chang, Trat
The price is NT$2,111 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
NT$2,111
per night
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ko Chang. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (823 reviews)
"Beach was nice, good breakfast, friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 2024/1/29

KC Grande Resort Koh Chang
SYLVAN Koh Chang
SYLVAN Koh Chang
5 out of 5
79 Moo 4, Koh Chang, Ko Chang, Trat
The price is NT$2,424 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
NT$2,424
per night
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ko Chang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Kai Be Beach and Lonely Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (675 reviews)
"Hotellet och framförallt vårt rum var verkligen superfint och hade allt man kunde önska! Hotellet ligger på ett enskilt och lugnt läge men en kort taxiresa bort fanns mysiga barer och restauranger för den som önskar detta. Enda nackdelen med stället var att det fanns en del sandflugor nere vid ..."

Reviewed on 2024/2/16

SYLVAN Koh Chang
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Pearl Luxury Pool Villas
The Pearl Luxury Pool Villas
3 out of 5
99/31 Moo 4, Hat Kai Mook, Ko Chang, Trat
Stay at this 3-star villa in Ko Chang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions White Sand Beach and Pearl Beach are located nearby. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"The communication with Dave was really greate. He was very helpful in everything we needed to know. Our son loved the pool and watching TV (Netflix) :-). A really spacious house!"

Reviewed on 2024/1/7

The Pearl Luxury Pool Villas
Siam Royal View Villas
Siam Royal View Villas
4 out of 5
Moo 3 Siam-Royal-View, Klong Son, Ko Chang, Trat
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Ko Chang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Klong Son Beach and Chao Por Koh Chang Shrine ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Lovely Villa
"The Villa is designed in a way that all bedrooms can be accessed separately so if three families using they have their own access. Pros: Easily reached after leaving the ferry Nice villa with a good sized pool and good depth. Good kitchen fully fitted Patio and also upstairs patio Village very well ..."

Reviewed on 2019/5/2

Siam Royal View Villas
Sand Resort
Sand Resort
4.5 out of 5
2 4/2 Moo 3, Ko Chang, Trat
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury villa in Ko Chang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Klong Son Beach and Chao Por Koh Chang ...
Sand Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ko Chang

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Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Pablo
Jan 3, 2020

I really enjoyed it...I would definitely go back!

5/5 - Excellent

J
Apr 19, 2019

Koh Chang was an awesome place and I will definitely go back, but I won't stay at Siam Cottage again.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Apr 17, 2019

ThailFun snorkel trip was fun, but they overcharged and seemed a little sketchy. Collected extra money for national park, not sure that was legitimate.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Feb 1, 2019

The area round white sands has a lot of trash a bit of an eye sore

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Oct 10, 2018

A very relaxed and clean Island.