Thailand's second-largest island in Trat — white-sand beaches, jungle waterfalls, the Bang Bao fishing village, and clear-water islands all around.
Koh Chang is Thailand's second-largest island, sitting in Trat province and still holding onto a good half-wild island feel. You get white-sand beaches, a jungle-covered interior, waterfalls, and an old fishing village. It works for the lie-on-the-beach-and-do-nothing crowd, the
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6.6Highlights and sights around Koh Chang — nature, city and culture
Koh Chang's main and busiest beach — white sand, clear water, and a cluster of places to stay, eat, and drink right on the sand. It's the hub of activity on the island.
A long beach with a quieter, more family-friendly feel than White Sand. There are beachfront resorts and good sunset spots, ideal for a relaxed stay without the crowds.
An old fishing village at the island's tip built out over the water on stilts, now a strip of seafood restaurants, cafes, and the launch point for snorkeling boats. Easygoing and right on the sea.
The biggest waterfall on Koh Chang, with a pool you can swim in and a short jungle trail — cool, clear water in the forest. A popular spot to beat the heat.
A beach known for its sunsets and the little islets just offshore that you can walk to at low tide. There's a Kai Bae viewpoint on a nearby rise.
Take a boat from Bang Bao to snorkel and dive around Koh Rang, Koh Wai, and Koh Kham, where the water is clear and there's coral. It's the sea trip you shouldn't miss on Koh Chang.
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The Bang Bao fishing village has seafood restaurants built out over the water — prawns, shellfish, crab, and fresh fish, grilled, steamed, or stir-fried in curry powder, eaten in the evening sea breeze.
White Sand Beach, Kai Bae, and Lonely Beach have bars and waterfront spots to sit, eat, drink, and watch the sunset — the kind of island atmosphere people come to Koh Chang for.
Koh Chang has fresh-coffee cafes and brunch spots scattered along the beaches and around Bang Bao. Sit and chill over a sea view or in a garden — a good midday break.
In the villages and markets you'll find made-to-order spots, noodle stalls, and rice-and-curry shops at local prices — bolder flavors and better value than the resort restaurants.
The White Sand Beach area has an evening market and street-food stalls — grilled snacks, things to nibble on, and seasonal fruit at friendly prices.
Ready-made plans — from a day trip to 2–3 days, plus routes to neighbouring provinces
Best time to go, getting around, and what to know before visiting Koh Chang
November–April: clear seas, calm winds, great for snorkeling and island-hopping boat trips — this is high season. May–October is the rainy season on the east coast with rough surf; some boat routes stop and many places close.
Koh Chang's main and busiest beach — white sand, clear water, an
A long beach with a quieter, more family-friendly feel than Whit
An old fishing village at the island's tip built out over the wa
The biggest waterfall on Koh Chang, with a pool you can swim in
A beach known for its sunsets and the little islets just offshor
Take a boat from Bang Bao to snorkel and dive around Koh Rang, K
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🏝️Thailand's last province on the eastern coast, home to Koh Chang, Koh Kood, and Koh Mak — clear water and quiet seas
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🏝️A small, quiet island in Trat with white sand and clear water — flat enough to cycle, with snorkeling on nearby islands and a low-carbon way of life
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🏝️A quiet island at the far edge of Trat — Khlong Chao waterfall, white sand and clear water, a giant makha tree, and old fishing villages
Explore Koh Kood →Koh Chang is Thailand's second-largest island, sitting in Trat province and still holding onto a good half-wild island feel. You get white-sand beaches, a jungle-covered interior, waterfalls, and an old fishing village. It works for the lie-on-the-beach-and-do-nothing crowd, the hike-to-a-waterfall crowd, and the hop-on-a-boat-and-snorkel-the-nearby-islands crowd alike.
The main beaches run down the west coast — from White Sand Beach, the busiest of the bunch, to longer and quieter Klong Prao, to Kai Bae with its good sunset spots, and on to Lonely Beach, the backpacker hangout. At the southern tip, the Bang Bao fishing village has turned into a strip of seafood restaurants and waterfront cafes. If you're into nature, stop by Klong Plu and Than Mayom waterfalls, and take a boat out to snorkel the clear water around Koh Rang, Koh Wai, and Koh Kham. Honesty: the road around the island has steep hills and sharp hairpin bends — drive a car or scooter with real caution — and during the monsoon, boats to the outer islands may not run, so check the weather first.
Best time: November–April: clear seas, calm winds, great for snorkeling and island-hopping boat trips — this is high season. May–October is the rainy season on the east coast with rough surf; some boat routes stop and many places close.
