Koh Chang National Park

Opening days: Daily

Opening hours: 06.00 - 18.00

 

Koh Chang National Park It is an island surrounded by the sea, making the average temperature in Koh Chang suitable for relaxation is not too hot. or too cold For the influence of the monsoon Koh Chang is influenced by both the northeast monsoon winds. and the southwest monsoon.

 

From such influences, there are restrictions on boat travel. During the southwest monsoon season, around May-October The west coast, which is the windward side, has strong waves and is not suitable for travel. Around November-May is the period with the least waves. Traveling to Koh Chang or islands, so it is quite convenient.

      

Koh Chang National Park with a total area of ​​650 square kilometers It consists of 52 islands lined up from Laem Ngop District, Mueang District and Khlong Yai District. The most important island is Koh Chang. There are also other islands that are still in natural beauty such as Koh Klum, Koh Lao Ya Nai, Koh Ngam, Koh Mai Si Yai, Koh Wai, Koh Rang, etc.

 

Park office Located on the east side of Koh Chang, near Khlong Than Mayom, in front of the park's large jetty. There are also 3 other park protection units, all of which are on Koh Chang, namely Klong Son Bay. At the entrance to Klong Plu Waterfall and around Salak Phet Village.

         

Koh Chang used to be an island with no settlements. If important as a marina to escape the monsoon as a source of food and fresh water, especially in Ao Salak Phet or Ao Salad, is well known among pirates, Hainan Chinese and Vietnamese. Currently, there are 8 villages on Koh Chang.

         

Koh Chang is the second largest island in the country after Phuket, with an area of ​​429 square kilometers. Most of the topography is high mountains with complex rock cliffs, the highest peak is Khao Salak Phet, with a height of 744 meters. The forest condition is generally fertile. Most of them are evergreen forests. is the origin of the watershed There are several waterfalls on the island, beaches and beautiful coral reefs on the western side of the island. Attractions on the island include:

 

The Battle of Koh Chang in the south of Koh Chang The territorial waters of the Trat seas at Ao Salak Phet, Ao Salak Kok are a page in the history of the Thai struggle for sovereignty. On January 17, 1941, the Royal Thai Navy was able to repel the invaders. If Thailand loses its fleet and a number of brave soldiers The heroic deeds of the Thai navy have been inscribed. and commemorate the 17th of January every year at the Naval War Memorial at Koh Chang, Laem Ngop District.

 

Koh Ngam became the first point of collision between the Thai Navy and France. When France sent planes to patrol. and drop bombs on this island Koh Wai is The point where a French patrol plane was hit by HTMS Songkhla and the HTMS Chonburi shot down.

 

Seven French naval forces invaded the southern part of Koh Chang. Led by the cruiser Lamotte Piguet, 2 sloop boats, 4 gunboats, divided into 3 squads, 1 squad has a Lamotte. A single Piguet invaded the southern side of Koh Wai. and Koh Bai Tang, Moo 2, a sloop boat, a gunboat, entering the southern channel between Koh Klum and Koh Wai, Moo 3, a sloping ship, 3 gunboats, entering the southern channel between the islands. Covered with Laem Bang Bao.

 

Mai Si Island, a small private island not far from Koh Kood. Still in perfect nature, beautiful beaches, clear water, rich in fish species. able to snorkel The island was originally a collision zone between lamotts. Piquet and the HTMS Thonburi moored at Koh Lim. and came to help HTMS Songkhla.

 

And the HTMS Chonburi that was shot down and sank into the sea at Salak Phet Bay and Salak Kok Bay Finally, the HTMS Thonburi was heavily damaged by fire. until it ran aground and sank around Laem Ngop There are also semi-homestay accommodation. Can accept tourists as a group of 15-30 people. Package tour 3 days 2 nights, price 3,500 baht, 2 days 1 night, price 2,500 baht. Call 0 2750 6873, 08 9980 5757.

 

Klong Son Bay is the northernmost bay on the west coast of the island. It is the location of Ban Khlong Son community. Near the bay area there is a beautiful underwater coral reef. Accommodation available.

 

Khlong Nonsi Waterfall a small waterfall In the northeast of the island, there is a walkway from Ban Dan Mai along the footpath for 3 kilometers or from the park office for a distance of 4 kilometers.

 

Than Mayom Waterfall is behind the park office. Walk through the garden for about 500 meters. It is a medium-sized waterfall with 4 levels. The 3rd level is the most beautiful. The reign of King Rama 5 and King Rama 7 and Queen Rambhai Barni. used to come to this waterfall There is a monogram of Jor Por Ror. Carved on the cliff of the upper waterfall.

 

Klong Plu Waterfall is the most beautiful large waterfall on Koh Chang. There is a waterfall that flows through the cliff into the basin below. The waterfall has 3 levels. The entrance is 3 kilometers from Klong Prao Bay, then you have to walk for about 20 minutes.

 

Sai Yao Beach is in the southern part of Koh Chang near Salak Phet Bay. It looks like a bay with a long sandy beach where you can swim. You can go trekking to see the naval battle point at Koh Chang. And watch the scenery along the nearby islands such as Koh Laoya, Salakphet Bay, Koh Wai, Long Beach, various accommodation options.

 

Monkey training school Located at Moo 4, White Sand Beach, Koh Chang Subdistrict, is a monkey training center. and show their talents, especially coconut picking There are 3 shows per day at 10.00, 2 PM, and 4 PM. Admission is 200 baht. Call 08 1982 8661, 08 6531 3398.

 

Ban Salak Phet is the largest and oldest community on Koh Chang. It is located in the southern part of the island. The villagers are engaged in coastal fishing. There are islands and mountain ranges to help shelter the waves and wind well. In front of the village there is an old temple, Wat Salak Phet, built during the reign of King Rama V when he visited Koh Chang. and Salak Phet Bay is the largest bay on the island.

 

Khiri Phet Waterfall is a one-tiered waterfall It is 3 kilometers from Ban Salak Phet community through a rubber plantation.

 

Khlong Nueng Waterfall a small waterfall Near Khiri Phet Waterfall - Ban Rong Than It is about 2 kilometers deep from Salak Phet community and then walk for about 480 meters. The waterfall flows down from a narrow gorge with a height of 120 meters, able to swim.

 

Bang Bao Fishing Village Each house is planted with pillars into the sea. There are bridges connected to each other. Most of the ancestors of the people here are descended from the Salakphet people. Live a simple life with small coastal fisheries. It is a source of abundantly fragrant squid. There are coral reefs under water In the village area, there are piers, fish bridges, fish sauce making, dried shrimps, salted fish. Bang Bao Bay is located in Chaiyaphum, suitable for mooring boats. Avoid the waves because there are mountains. and the islands surround two sides in the monsoon season So many boats came to shelter from the wind and waves in this bay.

 

Ban Rong Than is a small community located in Salakphet Bay. in the south of the island Tourists like to see the scenery here. When looking to the north, the mountain peak of Salak Phet is covered with clouds. In the east, you will see Coconut Island and the mountains around Laem Yai. If you walk up the hill to Atulaporn Banphot Monastery, you will see the whole view of Salak Phet Bay.

 

Ao Bai Lan, next to Kai Bae Beach, has a footpath that cuts through the mountains, about an hour's walk from Kai Bae Beach. On the way, you can see beautiful views of the mountains. Ao Bailan looks like a long, quiet sandy beach suitable for swimming and relaxing.

 

Kai Bae Beach is a long beach connected to Klong Prao Beach. It is a sandy beach with a moderate slope. can swim without danger The beach area has accommodation services.

 

Klong Prao Beach - Laem Chai Chet It is a long sandy beach that continues all the way to Kai Bae Beach. The sandy beach in this area is very sloping. can swim Accommodation available The northern end of Klong Prao Bay is adjacent to Laem Chai Chet. There is a rocky cape with beautiful scenery. but unable to swim The beach area has accommodation services.

 

National Park entrance fee: Thais, adults 40 baht, children 20 baht, foreigners, adults 200 baht, children 100 baht.

 

Accommodation The National Park has a tent camping site for tourists who bring their own tents. For more information, call 0 3955 5084, 0 3955 5084 or the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, Bangkok, Tel. 0 2562 0760.

 

island trip From the pier, there is a minibus to White Sand Beach, Klong Prao, Kai Bae, the bus costs 30 baht, while other beaches need to rent a car and agree on the price before travelling.

 

By boat, Laem Ngop District, 17 kilometers from Trat town, has a pier that goes to Koh Chang. and various islands including

- Laem Ngop Pier It is a passenger boat that uses a modified fishing boat to go up to Koh Chang in the area of ​​Ban Dan Kao. Boat fare 90 baht, round trip price 140 baht. It takes about 45 minutes. Boats leave every hour from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There are several trips back from Koh Chang from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

As for Koh Mak, there is a boat departing from Laem Ngop Pier at 3:00 p.m. and arriving at Ao Nid at 6:00 p.m. Travel time is 3.5 hours. Return trip, a boat leaves Ao Nid pier at 8:00 a.m. to Laem Ngop at 11.30 The fare is 300 baht per person, round-trip cost 600 baht, and to Koh Wai, there is a boat departing at 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., takes 2 hours, 250 baht per person, 500 baht return trip, call 0 3953 8122.

 

- Ao Thammachat Pier, Koh Chang Ferry 12 kilometers from Laem Ngop District, there is a ferry to Koh Chang, traveling from 06.30–19.10 hrs. Return trip, there is a boat leaving Ao Sapparot at 06.30–19.10, the fare is 100 baht one-way, 120 baht per person, car 4. Wheels round-trip 200 baht per person, one-way 100 baht, boat departs every 1 hour, travel time 30 minutes, Tel. 0 3955 5188, 08 1943 5872.

 

- Center Point Ferry Pier, 5 kilometers from Laem Ngop District, there is a ferry to Koh Chang. Depart from Laem Ngop, travel time 06.00–19.00 hrs. Return trip, there is a boat leaving Koh Chang. (Dan Kao Pier) - Laem Ngop Time 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Fare: One-way price: 100 baht, round-trip: 120 baht per person. Driver with a 4-wheeled vehicle, round-trip: 270 baht, one-way price: 200 baht, boat departs every 1 hour. Travel time 40 minutes Tel. 0 3953 8196, 08 6304 2726.

 

- Koh Chang Naval War Memorial Pier 2 kilometers from Laem Ngop is a multi-purpose pier that tourists can travel across to Koh Chang. At present, only fishing boats are converted into tourist service boats. To and from Koh Chang every day. The boat departs from the coast to Koh Chang (Dan Kao), the fare is 140 baht, from 07.00-17.00. In addition, there is a speedboat to Koh Mak, 5 times a day at 09.30, 10.30, 24.00. ., 15.00 and 16.00 hrs. and return from Koh Mak at 8.00 a.m., 10.30 a.m., 12.00 noon, and 13.00 hrs. The fare is 450 baht per person, takes 45 minutes to travel. Tel. 08 1925 6591, 0 3953 8122.