Landmarks in Koh Chang
- 01
Kai Bae Beach
A smaller, calmer bay south of Klong Prao with a short walking street, small hotels and views of nearby islets at sunset.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- Late afternoon for sunset
- Tickets
- Public beach, free.
- 02
Klong Kloi Beach
A quieter beach on the island's south coast with a handful of beach bars, restaurants and places to stay. A calm alternative to the main west-coast beaches.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- Midday for a seafood lunch; November to February
- Tickets
- Public beach, free. Park rules apply.
- 03
Klong Prao Beach
A long, relatively calm beach south of White Sand Beach, backed by resorts and the start of the trail to Klong Plu waterfall. A good choice for a quieter family stay.
- Time needed
- Half a day, or a whole stay
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- Morning and late afternoon; November to February
- Tickets
- Public beach, free. Public access points exist between resorts, though some are not obvious; ask at your hotel.
- 04
White Sand Beach (Hat Sai Khao)
The first and busiest beach on Koh Chang's west coast, with the widest choice of hotels, restaurants and shops on the island. Easy to reach and easy to base yourself on.
- Time needed
- Half a day, or a whole stay
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- Late afternoon for sunset; November to February for calmer seas
- Tickets
- The beach is public and free. Hotels and beach restaurants set out sunbeds for customers; ask before using one.
Experiences in Koh Chang
- 05
Klong Plu Waterfall
The best-known waterfall on the island's west side, reached by a forest trail and ending in a cool plunge pool. A pleasant morning outing in the drier months.
- Time needed
- 2-3 hours
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- Morning in the drier months, November to February
- Tickets
- This is part of Mu Ko Chang National Park, so an entrance fee may apply. Check the current fee and opening times locally.
- 06
Mu Ko Chang National Park
The protected marine park that covers most of Koh Chang and dozens of islands around it, with rainforest, coral reefs and mangroves.
- Time needed
- Varies; part of any stay
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- November to February for calm seas
- Tickets
- Some sites charge park fees; check the national park website or ask your hotel. Rules cover litter, coral and wildlife.
Neighbourhoods in Koh Chang
- 07
Bang Bao Fishing Village
A fishing harbour on the island's south coast with a long wooden pier lined with shops and seafood restaurants, and the departure point for boats to neighbouring islands.
- Time needed
- 1-2 hours
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- Morning for boats; late afternoon for light
- Tickets
- Walking the pier is free. Boat trips and meals are paid directly with operators; compare fares before booking.
Day trips in Koh Chang
- 08
Koh Wai
A small, quiet island in Mu Ko Chang National Park reached by boat from Koh Chang in the travel season, with sand beaches on its east side and simple bungalows.
- Time needed
- Full day
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- November to April, in calm seas
- Tickets
- Boat fares are paid to operators; Wikivoyage lists about 300 baht each way from Bang Bao (check current fares). Park fees may apply.
Places of worship in Koh Chang
- 09
Wat Salak Phet
A village temple at Ban Salak Phet on the island's quieter south-east side, with an older temple building preserved as a museum.
- Time needed
- 30-45 minutes
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- Morning, before the heat
- Tickets
- Free; donations welcome. Cover shoulders and knees and remove shoes before entering halls.
