Ko Chang Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Thailand featuring general coastal views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach
Thailand which includes boating, a sunset and general coastal views
Thailand which includes a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views
Thailand featuring a beach
Thailand featuring tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach

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 travellers. 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 accommodation and appeals more to younger travellers. 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

3/5(1 area review)

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

Travellers 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
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 ₹6,749 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
₹6,749
₹8,079 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ko Chang. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Great location and lovely hotel. Close to many amenities and would definitely go back. The breakfast is also great with plenty to choose from. 5 stars!!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

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 ₹4,510 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹4,510
₹5,568 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ko Chang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Kai Be Beach and Lonely Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (774 reviews)
Beautiful grounds
"Amazing stay on stunning grounds. They have a cable car to take you from top to bottom. My only complaint is you’re not allowed to have your own water bottle in restaurants. Seems like the opposite of what places should be encouraging today!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

SYLVAN Koh Chang
Santhiya Koh Chang Resort

Santhiya Koh Chang Resort

5 out of 5
8/15 Moo 4, Klong Prao Beach, Ko Chang, Trat
The price is ₹4,577 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
₹4,577
₹5,650 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ko Chang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (469 reviews)
"Was our first time to the island and we were very glad we chose Santhiya. Staff was very attentive and the property was beautiful. It was rainy season, so swimming at the beach was not possible, but the pools were very nice. We stayed in a garden bungalow and it was very nice. Would highly ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Santhiya Koh Chang 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.
A la maison Koh Chang

A la maison Koh Chang

2 out of 5
7/6, white sand beach, Ko Chang, Trat Province
Stay at this villa in Ko Chang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and air conditioning. Popular attractions White Sand Beach and Kai Be Beach are located ...
A la maison Koh Chang
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions White Sand Beach and Kai Be Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"This Outstanding villa has a private pool and everything needed for a comfortable stay. I will book again when I return to koh Chang."

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025

The Pearl Luxury Pool Villas
Grande Sun Seaside Villas

Grande Sun Seaside Villas

3 out of 5
36, Ampor Kohchang, 3, Ko Chang District, Ko Chang, Chang Wat Trat
Stay at this 3-star villa in Ko Chang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions White Sand Beach and Centre Point Ferry Pier ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
10/10 stay
"Had an amazing stay at the hotel. Will definitely recommend it to my friends and family. Very happy with everything!"

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2025

Grande Sun Seaside Villas
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

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 47%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Small island . Ok for a week chill axing. Wouldn’t want to spend much longer there.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely and quiet island. Very unspoilt.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Ko Chang West coast is like any tourist area with lots of bars and places to eat. Prices are reasonable. Shared taxis get you around and it doesnt take too much effort to get away from the main tourist places to discover the real place.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Koh Chang is beautiful. We stayed at Mai Pen Rai in Kai Bae beach It was great.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I have been to Koah Chang many times been to many islands also but for reasons I can’t explain Koah Chang is my favourite one.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Agréable à cette période (Mai) car peu de touristes

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