Koh Chang

Koh Chang is Thailand's second largest and is a veritable paradise of green forest and turquoise water. A lot of accommodation is to be found on Klong Prao Beach.

Resorts like the Bhumiyami Beach Resort deliver great things at relatively low rates while Tropicana Resort and Spa on Klong Prao Beach itself go even higher end. Wherever you are in the northern end of the island you will not be far from the sea in the Gulf of Thailand so enjoy, choose a paradise-like resort and chill out; Koh Chang is a perfect place to. (Read more...)

Koh Chang has been blessed with an enviable landscape, offering a myriad of things to the diverse crowd that flocks this tropical paradise. An abundance of unspoiled nature fringes the soft white sandy shores and azure waters of the Gulf of Thailand.

For the untamed traveller Koh Chang offers a bevy of adventure, with everything from diving and elephant treks to island hopping readily available. Cascading waterfalls, a rich bio-marine life and lust tropical vegetation are what make this island such an adventurer's playground. (Read more...)

Koh Chang still has some deserted beaches that are largely untouched by the tourist trail, mostly on the eastern coast of the island fringing small fishing villages and secluded bays, an area still dominated by agriculture .

Travellers will find it difficult to get accommodation around this part of the island, as most of the beach huts, guesthouses and hotels are on the more touristy west coast, where beaches such as Had Sai Khao,  Laem Chaichet and Kae Bae can be found, awash with a diverse mix of tourists. (Read more...)

Koh Chang is an island to be observed for its natural beauty rather than man-made structures. Engulfed by rainforest, waterfalls and unspoiled stretches of beach, the main attractions on the island can be found in the rich bio-marine, plant and wildlife.

Waterfalls, jungles and mountainous landscape are essentially the main attractions of this until recently, relatively uninhabited island. The vast landscape provides all the enjoyment and adventure the 'Elephant Island' has become so popular for in recent years. While the urbanisation of the island will inevitably continue to expand, the Marine National Park remains relatively untouched by the threat of mass tourism. (Read more...)

Koh Chang is definitely an island characterized by unique experiences, whether attending a monkey school, snorkeling, tending to an elephant for the day or watching a sunset, you certainly won't forget your time spent here in a hurry!

The majority of tourists flock to the west coast where bars, restaurants and accommodation are plentiful and the island ambience is more upbeat. The east coast offers tranquility and seclusion but is lacking in places to eat and stay. Motorbikes and cars are easily rented which give you the freedom to explore different areas at your own pace. (Read more...)

As the island has become more developed, simultaneously dining and recreational choices have become more diverse in an effort to cater to the needs of the international traveller. Regardless, Thai cuisine on the island is still abundant and very tasty.

As is often the case in Thailand, the street vendors and market stalls serve some of the most delicious fare. International dishes can be found at most beach bungalows and resorts, and the majority of island restaurants will feature the latter on their menus. Where Koh Chang really excels in terms of great food, are the beach barbeques where freshly caught seafood is prepared before an ocean setting and a moonlit sky overhead. (Read more...)

Thailand's vivacious and somewhat legendary nightlife is alive and well on Koh Chang, featuring everything from old school euro-rave venues, go-go bars, to the more relaxed beach bars where camp fires and cushions make for a great lounging and socialising experience. At least one of the island venues will appease your preference to nightlife.

Don't expect too much in way of comparison to Patong or Bangkok nightlife. Whilst Koh Chang still has lively areas, particularly around the backpacking quarters where beach parties go on until the early hours and full-moon parties have been known to happen, it is  still slightly tamer then these party hubs. (Read more...)